Gambling

Like the occasional flutter on the lottery?
> Spend a bit on the arcade machines?
> Looking to make some quick winnings?
> Worried about not being able to stop gambling?

> Fruit machines and betting shops are the most popular forms of gambling amongst young people.

> There are no age restrictions on who can use fruit machines although some arcades do operate their own age limits.

> Anyone who is under 18 is forbidden from entering a casino, bingo club or private club.

> Lottery tickets can not be bought by anyone under 16 nor can any winnings be collected.

> Compulsive gambling can be seen as a form of illness which needs help.

When you are 17:-
> Can enter a betting shop and place a bet.
> Work in a betting shop.

Click on:
www.gamcare.org.uk or phone the Gamcare Helpline Tel:0845 6000 133
www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk
www.youthinformation.com

 

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