Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Carriages Italian Restaurant, we believe that casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling always carries a risk of loss, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in casino gaming. We are committed to preventing access by minors and comply with all UK gambling regulations. If you are under 18, please do not use our affiliated casino services.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food
• Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount of time or money spent
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
• Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Neglecting family, friends, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
• Experiencing physical symptoms such as tremors or sweating when unable to gamble

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable casinos offer built-in tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a session or time period
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
• Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set period without closing your account
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a defined period or permanently

We strongly encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gaming strategy.

Support Organizations

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free counselling and support service
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free and confidential)
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
  www.gamstop.co.uk
  Allows you to self-exclude from all GamStop-licensed operators
• National Problem Gambling Clinic
  NHS-funded treatment service in London
  Telephone: 020 7054 2000

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free counselling and support for problem gambling

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
  Information and resources for problem gambling

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential and free)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Federal Centre for Health Education
  Helpline: 0800 1372700 (free and anonymous)

If You Need Help

Please reach out today. Problem gambling is a real issue, but help is available and recovery is possible. Whether you are experiencing difficulty yourself or are concerned about a loved one, the organisations listed above provide free, confidential support and advice.

Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You are not alone.