Responsible Gaming

The hunt should quicken your pulse, never keep you up worrying

Important Notice

Midnight Hunt trades on the tension of the chase under a dark moon, and that tension can drag gambling from pastime into problem. If the nightly pursuit has started to bite into your money, your sleep, or your relationships, seek help now. Confidential support stands ready through the darkest hours and the brightest.

Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Spending more money than you can afford to lose
  • Neglecting work, family, or other responsibilities
  • Chasing losses by gambling more
  • Borrowing money or selling possessions to gamble
  • Lying about gambling habits
  • Feeling anxious or depressed about gambling
  • Being unable to stop or reduce gambling

Tips for Safe Gambling

Set a Budget

Mark out what you can lose before the hunt begins, and hold that line.

Set Time Limits

The night stretches on, so set a curfew and end the chase when it strikes.

Never Chase Losses

Prey that slipped away won't return because you keep hunting. Let it run.

Take Breaks

Rest between rounds so the thrill of the hunt never clouds your judgement.

Self-Assessment: Is Gambling Affecting You?

Answer each one truthfully. These six follow the Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI), and two or more “yes” answers mean it's time to speak with one of the groups above.

1

Have you bet more than you could afford to lose in the past 12 months?

2

Have you needed to gamble with larger amounts of money to get the same feeling of excitement?

3

Have you gone back another day to try to win back money you lost?

4

Have you borrowed money or sold anything to get money to gamble?

5

Have you felt that you might have a problem with gambling?

6

Has gambling caused you any health problems, including stress or anxiety?

This is not a diagnostic tool. For professional assessment, contact GamCare (0808 8020 133) or your local gambling helpline.