Responsible Gambling
18+ only. Gambling should be fun, never a way to make money or solve financial problems. Lunchtime Results publishes UK49s Lunchtime and Teatime results for information purposes only. We are not affiliated with any official lottery operator or bookmaker and do not accept bets. This page helps you stay in control and points you to free, confidential support.
Last reviewed: 30-5-2026 We review this page regularly to keep helpline details accurate.
Need Help Now?
Support is free, confidential and available to anyone affected by gambling β including friends and family.- πΏπ¦ South Africa β NRGP: Toll-free 0800 006 008 β responsiblegambling.org.za
- π¬π§ UK β National Gambling Helpline: 0808 8020 133 (free, 24/7) β begambleaware.org
Warning Signs of a Gambling Problem
- Spending more time or money on gambling than you can afford.
- Finding it hard to stop or cut back, even when you want to.
- Chasing losses to win back money you’ve lost.
- Borrowing money, selling things, or neglecting bills to gamble.
- Lying to family or friends about how much you gamble.
- Feeling anxious, guilty, or depressed about your gambling.
- Gambling to escape stress, loneliness, or other problems.
Tips to Stay in Control
- Set a budget β never gamble money meant for rent, bills, or family.
- Set a time limit before you start.
- Never chase losses β accept that lost money is gone.
- Don’t gamble when upset, stressed, or under the influence of alcohol.
- Treat any winnings as a bonus, not as income.
- Don’t borrow money to gamble.
Self-Exclusion & Blocking Tools
- π¬π§ GAMSTOP β free self-exclusion from UK-licensed online gambling sites: gamstop.co.uk
- π¬π§ Gamban β blocks gambling apps and sites on your devices: gamban.com
- πΏπ¦ South Africa β request self-exclusion via the NRGP on 0800 006 008.
Support Organisations
πΏπ¦ South Africa
- National Responsible Gambling Programme (NRGP) β free, confidential counselling. Toll-free 0800 006 008 β responsiblegambling.org.za
π¬π§ United Kingdom
- BeGambleAware β 0808 8020 133 β begambleaware.org
- GamCare β gamcare.org.uk
- Gamblers Anonymous UK β gamblersanonymous.org.uk
Protecting Under-18s
Gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. If you share devices with children, use parental-control software to block gambling content. Never allow minors to gamble.
Our Commitment
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