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Safer gambling

The National Gambling Helpline is free on 0808 8020 133 in England and Scotland and 0808 2819 265 in Wales, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. GamCare's site says the support is confidential and open to someone asking for themselves, a friend or a family member.

Talk to someone

GamCare's website gives 0808 8020 133 as a free number to call, and also offers a WhatsApp chat with an adviser and an online community. Go to GamCare.

GambleAware's website has advice, tools and a way to find support in your area. Go to GambleAware.

Block yourself from gambling sites

GAMSTOP is a free service that blocks your access to accounts on gambling websites and apps. Go to GAMSTOP.

What this site is for

SitesLike compares gambling sites that are alike and says which share an owner. Being listed here is not a reason to gamble and not a recommendation, and the site carries no links to gambling sites. It is written for adults aged 18 and over.

Where this comes from

  • Helpline numbers and hours: the Gambling Commission's website, read 5 October 2026.
  • What each organisation offers: its own website, read 5 October 2026.