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Safer Gambling Week is an annual, nationwide campaign aimed at raising awareness of safer gambling. It brings together all sectors of the gambling industry, including online operators, betting shops, and race tracks, to promote responsible gambling and provide advice on how to gamble safely
Lets Talk about Safer Gambling
Safer Gambling Week 2024 takes place this year from November 18th to 24th, offering a week-long national campaign focused on raising awareness of safer gambling practices. This initiative unites various gambling sectors, including betting shops, online operators, race-tracks, and arcades, to promote responsible gambling across Ireland and the UK.
The campaign is about encouraging conversations between operators and customers, providing tools for safer gambling, and directing those in need to the right support channels. The aim is to continue building on the success of previous years, ensuring that gambling remains a fun and controlled activity.
Key Messages for 2024
The Safer Gambling Week 2024 campaign center’s around six key messages designed to spark dialogue and promote responsible behaviour:
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- Ask yourself: Are you past your spending limit?
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- Remember: It’s great to set yourself limits.
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- Play Smart: Don’t ever chase your losses.
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- Take Breaks: It’s okay to step away from gambling for breaks, in fact, it’s a great idea.
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- Stay Balanced: Your friends and family are infinitely more important than gambling.
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- Gambling is not a way to make money: It should only ever be for entertainment.
How to Get Involved
There are many ways to participate in Safer Gambling Week 2024:
- Follow social media channels for daily updates and tips on safer gambling #SGWeek24.
- Visit the Safer Gambling Week website to access more resources.
- If you’re feeling overwhelmed by gambling, use this opportunity to explore available support options and tools designed to help you stay in control.
Support Resources
For those seeking assistance, several organisations offer confidential support and guidance:
- Gambling Helplines:
Eire: 1800 936 725
NI: 08000 886 725 - www.GamblingCare.ie : provides gambling addiction support and resources
- Self-exclusion and Gambling Blockers: Tools to help you limit access to gambling services.
- Family and Friends Support: Resources available for those concerned about someone else’s gambling.
Safer Gambling Week 2024 – Animations
During Safer Gambling Week 2024, it’s important to remember that friends and family are infinitely more valuable than gambling. Prioritising your relationships ensures that gambling doesn’t take over your life or harm those around you.
Gambling should always be a fun activity, never one that interferes with your personal connections. Always ensure you take time to focus on your loved ones and maintain a healthy balance.
Join us during #SGWeek24 to explore how you can keep gambling safe while putting family and friends first.
Playing smart means knowing when to walk away. During Safer Gambling Week 2024, the message “Play Smart – Don’t Chase Your Losses” reminds us that trying to win back lost money often leads to bigger losses.
Chasing losses can quickly spiral out of control, making gambling more harmful than enjoyable. By setting clear boundaries and accepting losses as part of the game, you can keep gambling fun and safe.
Join the conversation during #SGWeek24 to explore strategies for smarter, safer gambling.