Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At meandsam.co.uk, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should always be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble within their means and to seek help if gambling becomes a concern.
Age Verification
By using Nine Casino through meandsam.co.uk, you confirm that you are 18 years of age or older (or the applicable legal age in your jurisdiction). Gambling is strictly prohibited for anyone under the legal age. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to verify your identity at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, it may be time to seek support:
- Chasing losses: Continuing to gamble in an attempt to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity: Keeping your gambling secret from friends or family
- Loss of control: Being unable to stick to set limits or stop when you intended to
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Spending more than you can afford: Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent or bills
- Borrowing money to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Mood changes: Becoming anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Lying about gambling: Deceiving others about the extent of your gambling
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Failed attempts to cut back: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce your gambling
Self-Help Tools
Nine Casino offers a range of responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you're willing to accept in a given timeframe
- Session Limits: Limit the duration of your gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during play about how long you've been gaming and how much you've wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your Nine Casino account
To activate any of these tools, please contact Nine Casino's customer support or visit your account settings.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, support is available. Here are trusted organisations that can help:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and advice
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Register to self-exclude from all licensed online operators in the UK - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings across the UK
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment service
Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk
International Support
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help today. Support is confidential, non-judgmental, and accessible. Remember:
- Problem gambling is treatable
- Help is available 24/7
- You don't have to face this alone
Contact GamCare on 0808 8020 133 or visit their website for immediate support.
Additional Resources
For more information about responsible gaming, visit:
- BeGambleAware.org – Independent information and support
- GamCare Problem Gambling Information