Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Safe Gaming

Introduction

At Arabesque Restaurant, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming. Poker and online gambling should be enjoyed purely as a form of entertainment, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling to make money or escape personal difficulties, it's time to seek help.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble in the UK. If you are under 18, gambling is illegal and we do not permit access to any gaming sites we recommend. Parents and guardians should be aware of the risks and monitor young people's online activity.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please review the checklist below and seek help immediately if you recognise any of these warning signs:

• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money
• Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
• Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative feelings
• Neglecting work, education, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Experiencing mood swings, irritability, or anxiety when not gambling
• Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling
• Jeopardising relationships, job, or educational opportunities

If you experience any of these signs, please reach out for support immediately.

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable online poker and casino operators offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:

• 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 are willing to lose within a specified time period
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from accessing gambling sites for a set period (from a few weeks to several years)
• Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely

We encourage you to use these tools proactively, even if you don't currently feel you have a problem.

Support Organizations – Get Help Now

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these organisations:

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7)
• GamStop – The National Self-Exclusion Scheme for online gambling in Great Britain
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  Self-exclude from all regulated online gambling operators with one registration
• Gamblers Anonymous – Free peer support and recovery programme
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
  Meetings across the UK
• National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS specialist treatment service
  Website: www.cnwl.nhs.uk
  Telephone: 020 7054 2345

International Support

• Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
  1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
• Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – www.bzga.de

Your Wellbeing Matters

Gambling should only ever be a form of entertainment that you can afford to lose. If you're experiencing financial, emotional, or relationship problems related to gambling, please seek help today. There is no shame in asking for support – thousands of people have recovered from problem gambling with the right assistance.

Remember: Help is available 24/7. You don't have to face this alone.