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Safer gambling
Betting should be something you enjoy. If it stops being that, here is where to get help.
A few rules I stick to
- Only bet with money you can afford to lose. Keep your betting bank separate from the money for bills.
- Decide your stakes before the racing starts, and don't chase losses.
- Losing runs happen. The worst in my record was 26.8 points. If a run like that would hurt you, stake less or don't bet.
- Set a deposit limit in your Betfair account. It takes a minute under your account settings.
Where to get help
GamCare runs the National Gambling Helpline, free and open 24 hours a day on 0808 8020 133, or online at gamcare.org.uk.
GAMSTOP lets you block yourself from UK gambling sites for a period you choose, at gamstop.co.uk.
If you're a member and want to stop for a while, email me and I'll pause or cancel your membership straight away, no questions asked.
The Shortlist is for over 18s only.