Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Women Mean Business Network, we believe that online gaming, including playing Cleopatra slot games, should only ever be viewed as entertainment. It is not a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any form of entertainment, it carries risks and should only be enjoyed with money you can afford to lose.

Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to gamble online. This is a legal requirement that protects young people from the potential harms of gambling.

If you are under 18, please do not access gambling services. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls to restrict access to gambling websites.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
• Gambling with money intended for essential bills, rent, or food
• Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Spending increasing amounts of time or money on gambling
• Neglecting work, education, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or difficult emotions

If you experience any of these signs, it's important to reach out for support as soon as possible.

Self-Help Tools and Controls

Most reputable online casinos and gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
• Session Time Limits: Restrict the length of time you can play in one session
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during play showing how long you've been gaming and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling operators, preventing access to your account

We encourage you to use these tools to help maintain responsible gaming habits. Always speak with your operator about the options available to you.

Support Organizations

If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. The following organisations offer free, confidential help:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling, support, and information for problem gamblers and their families
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Phone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• GamStop – The UK's National Self-Exclusion Scheme. Register to be excluded from all licensed online gambling operators
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support meetings across the UK
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk

International Support

• Australia – Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Website: www.bzga.de

All of these organisations provide free, confidential support and are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling.

If You Need Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in asking for support – problem gambling is a recognised condition, and recovery is possible.

Contact GamCare, GamStop, or any of the organisations listed above. They are here to help, and support is available 24/7.

Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.