Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At kilcannon.co.uk, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Bingo and all forms of gambling should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. It should never be viewed as a way to make money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In the United Kingdom, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities, including bingo. If you are under 18, please do not use our services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity.
Parents and guardians: Help protect young people by monitoring online activity and discussing the risks of gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Repeatedly trying to cut down or stop gambling without success
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of your gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or low mood
- Neglecting family, work, education, or other responsibilities
- Borrowing money or using savings to fund gambling
- Experiencing mood swings, irritability, or anxiety related to gambling
- Relationships suffering due to gambling behaviour
- Feeling unable to stop despite negative consequences
If you recognise these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Many gambling operators, including those offering Mecca Bingo, provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling sites
- Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed
We encourage you to use these tools to play responsibly. Contact your operator's customer support team to activate any of these features.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available. Here are trusted organisations:
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Multi-operator self-exclusion for UK-licensed operators - Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support groups
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Other Countries
- 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
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but support is available. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please don't hesitate to contact one of the organisations listed above. They offer confidential, non-judgmental support to help you regain control.
Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You are not alone.
For more information about responsible gambling, visit BeGambleAware.org.
Our Commitment
kilcannon.co.uk is committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. We support all regulatory measures designed to protect players and combat problem gambling. By choosing to gamble responsibly, you help create a safer gaming environment for everyone.