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Safer Gambling | Help, Self-Exclusion and Treatment
Independent UK helplines, self-exclusion resources and NHS gambling support.
Gambling-related harm can affect finances, sleep, work and relationships. Assistance is available even if you are unsure whether your gambling has become problematic.
Speak with someone now
National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 — free confidential support, 24 hours a day, every day. Online support is available through GamCare.
Independent support organisations
- GAMSTOP — online self-exclusion from UK-licensed gambling operators.
- GambleAware — information and routes to assistance.
- GamCare — helpline and support services.
- Gamblers Anonymous — peer support.
- Gordon Moody — specialist treatment support.
- Gambling Therapy — online support.
- BetBlocker — blocking software.
NHS treatment
The NHS gambling addiction page explains treatment and specialist gambling clinics. Some clinics accept self-referrals; others can be accessed through your GP. If you are in immediate danger or require urgent medical attention, seek urgent NHS or emergency assistance.
Practical steps
- Stop gambling while you assess the situation.
- Use available self-exclusion and website/device blocking tools.
- Limit access to money if needed, with the support of someone you trust.
- Contact GamCare or a GP to discuss the next step.
If you have already self-excluded with GAMSTOP, do not use an offshore operator to bypass the protection.