Our Commitment
HorizonOfLondon.com is committed to promoting responsible gaming across everything we publish. While we compare licensed platforms and present welcome offers, we never encourage excessive play or present gambling as a solution to financial difficulties. Every page on our site includes age verification and links to support organisations.
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
Gaming platforms are designed for entertainment. The house always holds a mathematical edge over time, which means most players will lose money in the long run. Treat any money you deposit as the cost of entertainment, not an investment. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, including funds needed for rent, bills, food or other essential expenses.
Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. Recognising early warning signs is the first step toward regaining control. You may have a gambling problem if you:
- Spend more money or time gambling than you intended
- Chase losses by continuing to play after losing money
- Borrow money or sell possessions to fund gambling
- Neglect work, relationships or personal responsibilities because of gambling
- Feel anxious, irritable or restless when trying to stop
- Lie to family or friends about how much you gamble
- Use gambling as an escape from stress, depression or other problems
Tools to Stay in Control
All UKGC-licensed platforms are required to offer responsible gaming tools. We encourage every player to use them proactively:
- Deposit limits — Set daily, weekly or monthly caps on how much you can deposit
- Loss limits — Restrict the amount you can lose within a defined period
- Session time limits — Receive reminders or automatic logouts after a set duration
- Reality checks — Periodic notifications showing how long you have been playing and your net position
- Cooling-off periods — Take a short break from the platform without permanent exclusion
- Self-exclusion — Block access to a specific platform for a defined period, typically six months to five years
GAMSTOP — National Self-Exclusion
GAMSTOP is a free service that allows you to self-exclude from all UK-licensed online gambling platforms simultaneously. Once registered, you will be prevented from accessing participating operators for your chosen exclusion period. Visit gamstop.co.uk to register or learn more.
Free Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help, the following organisations provide free, confidential support:
- BeGambleAware — Information, advice and support for anyone affected by gambling. Visit begambleaware.org
- GamCare — Free counselling, support groups and a national helpline. Visit gamcare.org.uk
- Gordon Moody — Residential treatment and support for those experiencing severe gambling harm. Visit gordonmoody.org.uk
Protecting Minors
Gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over in the United Kingdom. Underage gambling is a criminal offence. If you share devices with minors, consider using parental control software and never save login credentials for gaming platforms on shared devices.
Need to Talk?
If you have questions about responsible play content on our website, contact us at contact@horizonoflondon.com. For immediate gambling support, please reach out to BeGambleAware or GamCare using the links above.