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If you're worried about how gambling makes you or someone else feel, we can help. For free, confidential advice, call the NGSN on 08088020133 or start a chat ⬇

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Did you know that 2 in 3 people who have experienced any problems with gambling have never spoken about it? If you're worried about how gambling makes you or someone else feel, we can help. For free, confidential advice, call the National Gambling Helpline on 08088020133.
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Do you keep track of how much you spend on #gambling ? Let our calculator do the hard work for you:
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Gambling more than you can afford to lose? Take our quiz to see if you're at-risk of #ProblemGambling
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Do you know the truth behind any of these #gambling myths?
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Do you recognise any of these #ProblemGambling signs in your own gambling habits?
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Worried about your gambling habits? Take our quiz to see if you're at-risk of #ProblemGambling :
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Worried a friend is at-risk of #ProblemGambling ? Here are some signs to look for >
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Here's why 'knowing a game well increases your chances of winning' is just a #gambling myth >
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Worried your #gambling is getting out of control? Here are some signs of #ProblemGambling to look for:
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Want to help someone with a #gambling problem but not sure how? Here's some advice >
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Need help staying in control of your #gambling ? Here's some advice:
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We hope you enjoy watching the brilliant @Sheridansmith1 in #CleaningUp on @ITV tonight. If you are worried about #gambling , please go online to or call the National Gambling Helpline, for free, on 0808 8020 133 for confidential advice and support.
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Ever bet more than you could afford to lose? Follow our tips to make sure your #gambling doesn't become a problem
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Find it hard to stay in control of your gambling? Try our problem gambling #quiz to see if you're at-risk:
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With wins somedays & losses others, it can be hard to keep track of how much you spend on gambling overall. Find out
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Today's the kick off for #CanWeHaveOurBallBack , an initiative to get us talking about the balance between football & betting. Check out the film & let us know what you think! More here:
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Help us spread the word! RT to share our video & ask #CanWeHaveOurBallBack ?
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If you or someone you know is worried about their gambling, we provide free advice & counselling - 0808 8020 133
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Your gambling habits may be more of a problem than you realise. Take our quiz to find out:
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Welcome news to start 2019 that @AskLloydsBank @santanderuk & @RBS will soon offer blocks on gambling transactions. We’ve supported @MartinSLewis ’ team at @mmhpi in urging all banks to join @monzo @StarlingBank & @Barclays who already offer this option.
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Unsure how to talk to someone who may have a gambling problem? Listen to @mrjamesob help Dee to call 0808 8020 133
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Keeping gambling safe and fun is all about setting limits. Here are some tips to help you stay in control:
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Keeping gambling safe and fun is all about setting limits. Here are some tips to help you stay in control:
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Up to 590,000 British adults may have a #gamblingaddiction . Are you one of them?
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10 ways to stay in control of your gambling. Is there anything else that works for you?
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4 common #gambling myths and the truths you need to know:
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GambleAware today announced that the charity will be funding a second NHS Gambling Clinic based in Leeds. Hosted by the @LeedsandYorkPFT working in partnership with @GamCare it will integrate treatment with the region’s NHS and local authority services.
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Ever wondered how much you really spend on gambling each year? Find out with our calculator
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12 signs of a #gamblingaddiction to watch out for:
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Is placing a bet just to pass the time a good idea or is it flushing your hard-earned money down the pan? 🚽 #BetRegret
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What do you think, is betting taking too big a role in #football ? 95% of ad breaks during football matches feature betting ads!
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If you are concerned about a loved ones #gambling then head to our website. We offer free support and advice for friends and family.
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Find out if YOU have a #gambling problem:
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Have you ever been chasing your losses and thought you'd place a quick bet, only to be left with #BetRegret Head to for more info.
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Are the things you think you know about gambling really true?
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Chasing losses again? Always #TapOut for time out. Avoid #BetRegret 📱 👉
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Keeping #gambling safe and fun is all about setting limits. Read our tips to stay in control >
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Confused by any gambling terms or phrases? Our guide should clear things up:
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We're here to help. Visit or call 0808 8020 133 for free, confidential advice. Start to regain control after one chat.
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Little losses add up. Find out how much money you're losing to gambling over a whole year:
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Today the largest national safer gambling campaign #BetRegret launches. The first ad will air during the @ManUtd v @LFC match this weekend #MUNLIV . Check it out below. Head to for more info.
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Do you actually know how much you're spending on gambling?
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How much do you spend on #gambling each week? Our calculator can help calculate your losses over a full year >
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If you’re worried about your gambling or someone else’s, the National Gambling Helpline is available 24/7 for free, confidential advice on 0808 8020 133 or live chat
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Start to regain control of your gambling. Visit or call 0808 8020 133 for free, confidential advice.
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If any of the content on tonight’s ‘Addicted to Gambling’ documentary has affected you, please visit or call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133. #BBCPanorama #AddictedtoGambling
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Watching the #LIVCHE match at the No Bet Inn with @luchogarcia14 where fans watch the game not their phones #betregret #nophone #BeGambleAware #Liverpool #Anfield #LFC #lfcfamily
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This time of uncertainty can be unsettling, but if you’re worried about your gambling or someone else’s the National Gambling Helpline is still available 24/7 for free, confidential advice on 0808 8020 133 or live chat: .
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Read our new guide on how to help someone with a #gamblingproblem >
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If you or someone you know is worried about their gambling, we provide free advice & counselling - 0808 8020 133
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Is YOUR gambling a problem? Answer 9 short questions to find out now:
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By giving its customers the ability to block gambling transactions, @StarlingBank gives them the chance to think twice, and better still, provides contact details for the National Gambling Helpline which offers advice and free treatment.
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🆕 New toggle alert: you can now block payments to gambling and betting merchants from the card security screen in our latest update. We're proud to launch this and put our customers in control of their money. Read more about it here! 🎲
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Our simple tips will help to make sure your #gambling stays fun and doesn't become a problem >
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"To anyone suffering in silence, you're not alone. Help is out there". If you're worried about how gambling makes you feel, Maria from @RcaTrust has some helpful advice about the signs to look out for, and how to get the right help for you.
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We've heard from lots of experts and academics at #gambleaware17 but it's more important to hear from those who've experienced a gambling problem personally - this is what Kieran told us...
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If you or someone you know is concerned about their gambling, contact the National Gambling Helpline for free on 0808 8020 133 - it’s open 24 hours, 7 days a week - or visit for advice and support.
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Have you ever been chasing your losses and thought you'd place a quick bet, only to be left with #BetRegret Head to for more info.
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Congratulations to @GamCare for again being awarded the Helplines Standard for the National Gambling HelpLine. This follows an assessment from the Helplines Partnership, the membership body for organisations that provide helpline services.
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Is betting taking away our love of the game? Find out all about our #CanWeHaveOurBallBack initiative on our website here:
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Having another punt after a pint? Always #TapOut for time out. Avoid #BetRegret 📱 👉
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Both @monzo and @StarlingBank allow their customers to block gambling transactions. Tune in to @Moneybox at noon today on @BBCRadio4 to hear @ArtScienceDoc from @rcpsych who runs the @CNWLNHS Problem Gambling Clinic join us in calling for all banks to offer this option.
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GambleAware is pleased to be funding NHS treatment for gambling problems in Leeds. @leedsandyorkpft is recruiting people to provide this vital service.
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Great conversations between MPs, peers and the 14 treatment providers, regulators, church groups and charities, exchanging views on how to reduce gambling-related harm at our policy fair in @UKParliament today. Thanks to all who attended.
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Thanks to all the partner organisations, MPs & peers who participated in our Parliamentary policy fair yesterday. Great opportunity to give access to policy-makers of all parties to discuss a wide range of opportunities to reduce gambling-related harms. Thanks to @ronniecowan
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Congratulations to @Betknowmore for winning the @R_S_P_H Health on the High Street Award at the #RSPHAWARDS tonight. Very well deserved!
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Start to regain control of your gambling. Visit or call 0808 8020 133 for free, confidential advice.
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Our free calculator tells you how much you lose on gambling per year:
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GambleAware announces funding of @gambanapp for clients of its national gambling treatment services following evaluation of gambling blocking software by @Evidence_WM Read the announcement: And the full evaluation: .
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Gambling is a public health issue and @tracey_crouch has done an excellent job of raising awareness of this across government. GambleAware has valued her involvement with the charity, both speaking regularly at our annual conferences and offering support for our work...
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Today @bbcnewsround is talking about children and gambling. Kids should get their parents to watch this short film with them so they all know the facts and the risks. Concerned parents can call our helpline for advice 0808 8020 133
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It's the industry's Responsible Gambling Week! More information here. #RGWeek2017
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Learning how to gamble responsibly can help you to stay on top of your finances. Here are 10 tips:
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Today marks the start of Responsible Gambling Week! For more information, visit us online #RGWeek18
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What is 'chasing your losses' and why should you never do it? #GamblingTwitter
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Planning to have a few drinks tonight? Make sure you avoid #BetRegret Head to for more info.
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Tonight the Panorama documentary ‘Addicted to Gambling’ airs at 8:30pm on BBC 1. If you, or anyone you know has been affected by gambling, please visit  or call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133.
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"If I hadn't gone online for a day, they were very quickly on the phone or sending me an email.” ‘Amanda’ lost £633,000 to online #gambling company, @Jackpotjoy . Whenever she lost a lot of money on Jackpotjoy, they offered her free cash bonuses to keep gambling. #BBCPanorama
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We advocate for gambling-related harm to be considered as a matter of public health policy. Great progress recently, with increased interest from MPs/Lords of many parties and LGA, DHSC/PHE, DfE & DCMS. For example – and .
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Your gambling habits may be more of a problem than you realise. Take our quiz to find out:
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Share this GIF to help spread the word about responsible gambling. #RGWeek2017 Find more info at
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Did you know that problem gambling is a globally recognised mental health condition - it's not a choice people make, and it can be treated. If it is #TimetoTalk about this, call our helpline 0808 8020 133
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Use our online quiz to find out if you have a #gambling problem:
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Did you know ⁦ @Monzo ⁩ & ⁦ @StarlingBank ⁩ allow their customers to block most gambling transactions? That, plus excluding from all online gambling at & ⁦ @gambanapp ⁩ give you 3 ways to make it harder to gamble online
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Have you ever found it hard to talk about your gambling, or to seek support? You’re not alone. 75% of people experiencing problems from gambling feel they can’t open up to loved ones. We can help. #OpenUpAboutGambling
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Minister @tracey_crouch opens the 4th annual #GambleAware16 Conference on gambling harm minimisation, research, education and treatment.
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If you're worried your children are #gambling online at home, install a blocker to restrict access to gambling. Visit our page to find out how
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Remember: you can't work out, predict or control an outcome that's based on chance and randomness – thinking that you can beat the system can cause big problems.
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A vivid reminder of how advertising around sport is normalising gambling for young people, in this case apprentice coaches @WestHamUtd
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Last year, we raised £9.4 million in **voluntary** donations to help people suffering from gambling-related harms The **statutory** Horseracing Levy raised a figure ten times higher, £94.7 million We support calls for a statutory levy to fund research, education and treatment
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Free online quiz to find out if you have a #gambling problem:
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We asked @DrRosena to summarise her speech to the #gambleaware17 conference this morning...
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Think a little flutter to fill time is a good idea? 🤔You'll #BetRegret it.
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. @howardhour tackled the issue of betting's relationship with football on @SkyOne tonight. Do you agree with @russellhoward - watch our short film and share your views #canwehaveourballback Is betting taking away our love of the game? #howardhour
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Today's the kick off for #CanWeHaveOurBallBack , an initiative to get us talking about the balance between football & betting. Check out the film & let us know what you think! More here:
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This morning, we are in Westminster where @Demos is launching a report on the effectiveness of its education pilot to prevent gambling-related harm. The materials for PSHE teachers and youth workers are available for free here
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12 signs of a #gamblingaddiction to watch out for:
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After over 70 performances to S3 young people in Scotland, it was a privilege to see the powerful and thought-provoking #Flutter at the launch of the Scottish Gambling Education Network @GamblingEducHub #SGENLaunch led by @fastforwardorg Well done to the whole team!
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Should YOU be worried about your gambling? Free online test:
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Self-exclusion is an important tool but is unlikely to be enough on its own to help you deal with a gambling problem. We always recommend as well the treatment available for free, nationally, through or the helpline 0808 8020 133.
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Today's 5 Live Investigates at 11 @bbc5live exposes flaws in the self exclusion scheme designed to help problem gamblers get themselves barred from betting shops. Great work by @cave_rob and @KMacaulay
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Our response to plans by @tom_watson for a review into NHS mental health services’ ability to deal with gambling addiction & its funding:
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Looking forward to the Minister, @tracey_crouch MP opening GambleAware's 5th Harm Minimisation Conference tomorrow. Her Opposition shadow, @DrRosena Allin-Khan MP will speak on Thursday. #GambleAware17
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Today’s biggest question from our #gambleaware17 conference: Is the letter of the law defining “gambling” still fit-for-purpose in an online world of pay-for-play and loot-boxes in children’s games?
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