Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Valerie Rose, we believe that gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting sites are designed for enjoyment and should only be used with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you feel your gambling is becoming a concern, help is available.
Age Verification
By using any betting site, you confirm that you are:
- At least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction)
- Not a self-excluded player
- Not excluded by any betting operator
All operators on this website are licensed by the UK Gambling Commission and operate within UK law. If you are under 18, you must not register or place bets.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be honest with yourself. If you recognise any of the following signs, you may have a gambling problem:
- Gambling with larger amounts of money than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or others about your gambling
- Hiding evidence of your gambling or betting slips
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when trying to cut down
- Neglecting work, family, or social responsibilities because of gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Spending more time gambling than you intended
- Turning to gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
If you have ticked any of these boxes, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools and Safer Gambling Features
All licensed betting operators should provide the following tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you can lose over a set period
- Stake Limits: Control the maximum bet size on individual wagers
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been gambling
- Time-Out: Temporarily suspend your account for a set period (e.g., 24 hours to several weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently close your account if you need a longer break
We encourage you to use these tools. They are available on all licensed betting sites and are designed to keep you safe.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential support is available:
United Kingdom
- GamCare: Free counselling and support for problem gamblers and their families. Available online, by phone, and via live chat. www.gamcare.org.uk | Helpline: 0808 8020 133
- GamStop: The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain. Register to be excluded from all GamStop-participating operators. www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous: Free peer support and meetings across the UK. www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Other Countries
- 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 | National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) - www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if someone close to you does:
- Contact one of the support organisations listed above
- Speak to a trusted friend or family member
- Contact your GP for a referral to specialist services
- Use the self-exclusion and deposit limit tools available on betting sites immediately
Help is free, confidential, and available 24/7. You do not have to face this alone.
Last updated: 2026. This page provides general information about responsible gambling and support resources. Valerie Rose is an affiliate website and does not provide gambling services directly. All operators promoted on this site are licensed by the UK Gambling Commission and are required to promote responsible gambling.