This week, Gamstop, in collaboration with its football partners, is spearheading a campaign to raise awareness about gambling self-exclusion.

The initiative, dubbed #TakeBackControl2024, aims to spotlight the potential benefits of self-exclusion for individuals grappling with gambling-related issues.

The campaign’s significance is underscored by recent news that revealed over half a million UK residents have registered with Gamstop since its inception in 2018 – a milestone that highlights the growing utilisation of self-exclusion tools in the UK.

Gamstop offers a free and accessible method for users to self-exclude from all gambling sites and applications licensed in Great Britain. The service aims to provide support for those seeking to manage their gambling activities.

As part of the awareness drive, Gamstop has encouraged individuals to visit its website for information about its services. The site features testimonials from users who have employed Gamstop to regain control over their online gambling habits.

The organisation also expressed gratitude to its partners for their role in disseminating information about Gamstop to those who might benefit from self-exclusion.

This push comes at a busy time for Gamstop with the organisation reporting an increase in self-exclusion registrations for the first half 2024 – averaging 1,904 new registrants per week.

Commenting on the uptake of registrations, Gamstop CEO Fiona Palmer stated: “The increasing number of registrations we have seen in the first half of 2024 could reflect a growing awareness and proactive approach among individuals to tackle gambling-related issues.

“Gamstop’s mission remains steadfast: to provide a crucial safety net for those struggling with gambling. The continuing rise in registration figures affirms the importance and effectiveness of our service in helping people reclaim control over their lives.”