Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
At Meltham Fabrications Ltd, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or attending a sporting event. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you start playing.
Age Verification
Online gambling in the UK is only available to those aged 18 years or older. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before participating in any gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity and age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these common warning signs that gambling may be becoming a problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Lying to friends, family, or others about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (bills, rent, food, utilities)
- Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or social activities to gamble
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling losses
If you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most responsible betting sites offer the following tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose during a given time frame
- Reality Checks: Receive automatic reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out: Take a temporary break from gambling for a set period without closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Completely ban yourself from a betting site for a defined period (typically 6 months or longer)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you decide to stop gambling entirely
We strongly encourage you to use these tools proactively to manage your gambling responsibly.
Support Organisations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted support organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Free counselling and support services for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme allowing you to self-exclude from all online gambling operators in Great Britain
www.gamstop.co.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
Do You Need Help?
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about someone else's gambling, please seek help today. There is no shame in asking for support — problem gambling is a recognised condition and professional help is available.
Remember: It's never too late to get help. Contact GamCare or GamStop today if you're in the UK, or reach out to your local support organisation in your region.