Anyone who thinks they have a problem with gambling can contact a Swindon-based support group.

Gamblers Anonymous Swindon welcomes anyone, no matter where they are from.

The group has members who live 40 miles outside Swindon.

Taking the first step might seem daunting but GA is ready to help people from the moment they first make contact.

The Swindon branch meets on Sundays from 2pm to 4pm and on Wednesdays from 7pm till 9pm at Gorse Hill Community Centre, Chapel Street.

For more information call the Swindon Branch on 07909 813070 or e-mail gamblersanonymousswindon@wilts.communigate.co.uk

The national helpline number is 0870 0508 880.

The UK Gamblers Anony-mous website is at www.gamblersanonymous.org.uk