Responsible Gambling 🛡️
Tombola Arcade is committed to promoting safe play and supporting players who may need help. As of 2026, responsible gambling remains a critical priority for both operators and players across the United Kingdom.
What Is Responsible Gambling?
Responsible gambling means keeping your play safe, enjoyable, and within your means. It involves setting personal limits on time and money, understanding that gambling outcomes are random, and recognising when to stop. Gambling should never interfere with your relationships, work, or financial stability.
Warning Signs to Watch For
It is important to recognise the early signs that gambling may be becoming a problem. Warning signs include:
- Spending more money or time gambling than you can afford
- Chasing losses or gambling to recover money
- Borrowing money to gamble or lying about how much you spend
- Neglecting work, family, or personal responsibilities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from problems or negative feelings
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you care about, support is available.
Self-Exclusion and Safer Gambling Tools
Tombola Arcade is licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (38613) and Gibraltar (052), and offers several tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit limits – set daily, weekly, or monthly spending caps
- Session time reminders – receive alerts about how long you have been playing
- Self-exclusion – take a break for a period you choose
- GAMSTOP – a free national self-exclusion scheme for all UK-licensed operators
GAMSTOP allows you to self-exclude from all United Kingdom licensed gambling sites for six months, one year, or five years. Visit gamstop.co.uk to register.
United Kingdom Support Organisations
Professional help is available 24/7 through these trusted organisations:
- GamCare – free confidential support and counselling. Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (available 24/7). Visit gamcare.org.uk
- BeGambleAware – information, advice, and support. Visit begambleaware.org or call the National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133
- Gamblers Anonymous – peer support meetings across the UK. Visit gamblersanonymous.org.uk
- Gordon Moody Association – residential treatment programmes. Visit gordonmoody.org.uk
How to Get Help
If you are concerned about your gambling, reaching out is the first step. Contact any of the organisations listed above for confidential advice. You can also speak to your GP, who can refer you to specialist services. Friends and family can access support through GamAnon, which provides help for those affected by someone else's gambling.
Remember, seeking help is a sign of strength. Support is always available, and recovery is possible. Tombola Arcade encourages all players to gamble responsibly and to use the tools and resources available.
This page is for players aged 18+ only. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.
