Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Nokia Outdoor Series, we believe gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the cinema or attending a sporting event. It should never be considered as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always set strict limits before you begin.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years old (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to use any betting sites featured on this website. If you are under the legal age, please do not proceed. By accessing any linked betting operator, you confirm that you meet the minimum age requirement for your location.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in your own behaviour or that of someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or education due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings, anxiety, or irritability related to gambling
- Unable to reduce or control your gambling despite wanting to
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative feelings
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Losing track of time or spending more than intended while gambling
- Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable betting operators provide tools to help you stay in control of your gambling. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a daily, weekly, or monthly period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before stopping
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been gambling
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from betting sites, either individually or via multi-operator schemes
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
Always use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.
Support Organizations & Resources
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling, support, and information for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamcare.org.uk | Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, confidential) - GamStop – The UK's national self-exclusion scheme. Exclude yourself from all licensed UK betting operators in one go
www.gamstop.co.uk - National Problem Gambling Clinic – NHS-funded treatment for gambling disorder
Available through your GP or local NHS services
International Support
- 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 | 1-800-GAMBLER
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Information and support for problem gambling
- Other Countries: Check with your local health authority or gambling regulator for support services in your jurisdiction
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for support today. Help is available, and there is no shame in asking for it. The organisations listed above provide free, confidential support and can help you regain control.
Remember: problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. The first step is recognising that you need help and taking action.
Gamble Responsibly. Gamble Safely.