Responsible Gaming

Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income

At Luckywave via bristlebird.co.uk, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or watching live sport. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.

Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose. If you feel gambling is affecting your life negatively, support is available.

Age Verification

In the United Kingdom, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble online. We take age verification seriously and verify the age of all users before they can access our services.

If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or gamble on this website.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Please be aware of the following warning signs that may indicate problem gambling:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
• Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or partners
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Losing track of time or money spent while gambling
• Borrowing money to fund gambling
• Feeling irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
• Neglecting work, hobbies, or relationships due to gambling
• Repeatedly attempting to stop or reduce gambling without success
• Lying to others about gambling activities or losses

If you recognise any of these signs in your own behaviour, please reach out for support immediately.

Self-Help Tools and Features

Most responsible gambling platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific time period
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're prepared to lose
• Session Time Limits: Restrict how long you can play in one session
• Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you've been playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts

If your chosen operator does not offer these features, or if you need additional support, the organisations listed below can help.

Support Organisations

United Kingdom

• GamCare
  Free confidential support and information for problem gamblers and their families
  www.gamcare.org.uk
  Telephone: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential, 24/7)
• GamStop
  The UK's national gambling self-exclusion scheme. Register to be excluded from all licensed online gambling operators
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gamblers Anonymous
  Mutual support fellowship for people with gambling problems
  Telephone: 0330 094 7000

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  Free counselling and information for people concerned about their gambling
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

Canada

• Responsible Gambling Council
  Evidence-based resources and support for problem gambling
  www.responsiblegambling.org

United States

• National Council on Problem Gambling
  Resources and referral to treatment and support services
  www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential, 24/7)

Germany

• Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  Information and support for problem gambling
  Telephone: 0800 1 372 374

Need Help? Reach Out Today

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please don't suffer in silence. Help is available and support organisations are ready to assist you confidentially and without judgment.

Contact one of the support organisations listed above – they are free, confidential, and available to help.

Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.