Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At efwestaway.co.uk, we believe gambling should only ever be enjoyed as a form of entertainment. Betting with Paddy Power and other operators should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification & Legal Requirements

You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in the United Kingdom. This is a legal requirement. If you are under 18, please do not use any betting services. If you are aware of anyone under 18 gambling, please report this concern to the relevant operator or the UK Gambling Commission.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Please be honest with yourself and watch for these warning signs:

• Gambling with larger amounts of money than intended
• Spending increasing amounts of time gambling
• Chasing losses (gambling more to recover lost money)
• Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or partners
• Neglecting work, education, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or getting into debt to gamble
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when unable to gamble
• Unsuccessfully attempting to cut down or stop gambling
• Using gambling as an escape from problems or negative emotions
• Lying about the extent of your gambling activities

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features

Most reputable betting operators, including Paddy Power, offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a chosen time period
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
• Betting Limits: Restrict the stake amount on individual bets
• Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you've been gambling
• Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a break from gambling for a set period (days to weeks)
• Self-Exclusion: Completely exclude yourself from an operator's services for a longer period (typically 6 months to 5 years)

These tools are available through your betting account settings. Use them proactively to maintain control of your gambling.

Support Organizations & Help Services

If you're struggling with gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these trusted organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free confidential support and counselling for problem gambling
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for all UK-licensed operators
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Self-exclude from all participating operators in one application
• Gamblers Anonymous – Free support groups across the UK
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded specialist treatment service
  Website: www.cnwl.nhs.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

Get Help Today

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support – problem gambling is a recognised health condition and treatment is available.

Do not suffer in silence. Contact one of the organisations listed above today. They offer free, confidential support 24/7.

Remember: gambling should be fun. If it's no longer fun, it's time to take action.