Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means. Remember that the house always has a mathematical advantage, and you should only wager money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Ireland, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. This is a legal requirement. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access casino services. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls and monitoring software to protect young people from gambling content.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Please be aware of these warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
• Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Neglecting work, school, family, or social obligations
• Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
• Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Risking significant relationships, education, or career opportunities

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, help is available.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most reputable online casinos offer built-in tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
• Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum stake per bet
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Time-Out (Cool-Off Period): Take a temporary break from your account (hours to weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily close your account and be added to national self-exclusion schemes

Use these tools proactively to stay in control of your gambling habits.

Support Organisations in Ireland & UK

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available:

Ireland

• Problem Gambling Ireland: www.problemgambling.ie — Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
• Gamblers Anonymous Ireland: Support groups and peer-to-peer help across Ireland

United Kingdom (for Northern Ireland & cross-border access)

• GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk — Confidential counselling and support for problem gamblers
• GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme; register with multiple gambling operators simultaneously
• National Problem Gambling Clinic (NPGC): NHS-funded specialist treatment service

International Support

• Gamblers Anonymous: International mutual-support organisation with meetings worldwide

If You Need Help

Don't suffer in silence. If you believe you have a problem with gambling, seek help immediately. Treatment is effective, and recovery is possible. Reach out to one of the organisations listed above — they offer free, confidential, and non-judgmental support.

You can also speak to your GP (General Practitioner) in Ireland, who can refer you to specialist services.

Remember: Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Important Disclaimer

This website (longcovidireland.org) is committed to promoting responsible gambling. We do not endorse excessive gambling and take problem gambling seriously. All information on this page is provided for harm reduction purposes. If you have any concerns about your gambling or that of someone else, please contact the support organisations listed above or your local health services immediately.