Mr Shawn Zammit
Head of Operations
Mr Shawn Zammit
Head of Operations at the Responsible Gaming Foundation
Contact e-mail: shawn.a.zammit@rgf.org.mt
Mr Kayne Said
Promotions Executive
Mr Kayne Said
Promotions Executive at the Responsible Gaming Foundation
Contact e-mail: kayne.said@rgf.org.mt
Mrs Dorianne Attard
Call Centre Manager & Social Worker
Mrs Dorianne Attard
Call Centre Manager & Social Worker at the Responsible Gaming Foundation
Ms Shirley Abela
Education Campaign Coordinator
Ms Shirley Abela
Education Campaign Coordinator at the Responsible Gaming Foundation
Contact e-mail: shirley.abela@rgf.org.mt
Getting Help
FAQs
Here you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions we get about gambling. If you have other queries, kindly send us an email on info@rgf.org.mt
What is gambling?
Actually there is no single, clear cut definition of what gambling is but it is widely agreed that:
- Two or more people agree to take part in the activity (usually an operator and the person who wishes to gamble)
- Normally money (the ‘stake’) is paid by the loser to the winner
- The outcome is uncertain
- The result is determined at least partly by chance
- Participation is an active experience but can be avoided by not taking part.
What is problem gambling?
Problem gambling is an urge to continuously gamble despite harmful negative consequences or a desire to stop. Problem gambling is often explained by whether harm is experienced by the gambler or others, rather than by the gambler’s behaviour. Severe problem gambling may be diagnosed as clinical pathological gambling if the gambler meets certain criteria. Pathological gambling is a common disorder that is associated with both social and family costs.
Can we help?
Yes everyone can help the foundation from businesses to individuals by downloading, filling out the donation form and forward it by email on info@rgf.org.mt or send it by post at 90/91, Second Floor, Psaila Street, Birkirkara, BKR9073.
What is the player's charter?
Players Charter is a document which was written in order to set out guidelines for both the authority personnel as well as to consumers related to gambling and standards of service.
How many remote gaming companies are licensed in Malta?
During 2017 there were 287 remote gaming companies which were licensed in Malta. The number of remote gaming licences under the MGA jurisdiction by the end of 2017 was 625.
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Contribute to RGF
At EU level, between 0.5% and 2% of those who make use of gaming services end up with some sort of addiction. Youths are 5 times more exposed to addiction than adults. More awareness about responsible gaming needs to be fostered!
Your donation today will go a long way in helping us prevent pathological gaming, provide support to whoever suffers from it and continue to lead the search for more preventative measures. Make a donation to support responsible gaming.
You can download the form and send it together with a cheque.