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June 5, 2026

Published by Stop Loan Sharks at June 5, 2026

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Your Space and Citizens Advice Solent East in Gosport become official access points for Stop Loan Sharks

The community hub Your Space and Citizens Advice Solent East, both in […]

June 1, 2026

Published by Stop Loan Sharks at June 1, 2026

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‘A Community of Silence’ – The Lived Experience of people borrowing from Loan Sharks in England

Introduction Illegal money lending in the UK Illegal money lending, often referred […]

May 28, 2026

Published by Stop Loan Sharks at May 28, 2026

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Darlington Credit Union becomes official access point for Stop Loan Sharks

Darlington Credit Union has joined a new national crackdown on loan sharks […]

May 27, 2026

Published by Stop Loan Sharks at May 27, 2026

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Operation Sharknet arrives in Milton Keynes to stop loan sharks

The fight against loan sharks comes to Milton Keynes next week and […]

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Sid the Shark had a fantastic time at the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) event at Brinnington Park Leisure Complex in Stockport this week!Hosted by Life Leisure, the event brought together local children and families for a fun-filled day of activities. Sid enjoyed meeting lots of people and chatting with organisations about the dangers of loan sharks and where to get help if they need it.A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello to Sid! 💙#stoploansharksengland ...

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4 days ago

🎒 School uniform costs can soon add up.If you're worried about the cost of uniforms or other back-to-school essentials, support may be available.💡 Before borrowing:✅ Check if your local council offers school uniform grants✅ Speak to your child's school about available support💰 Need to borrow? Choose a safe and legal lender, such as a Credit Union or CDFI.⚠️ Worried about a lender or think you've borrowed from a loan shark?📞 Call 0300 555 2222🌐 stoplo#stoploansharksenglanda#schooluniformsupportl#backtoschoolt#uniformhelpo#saferborrowing#SaferBorrowing ...

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4 days ago

Stop Loan Sharks has been on the ball again in Sunderland with its latest project!Working with Leisure United, we have helped fund new darts and table tennis equipment at Downhill Football and Gym , including branded bats and flights!The new club got off to a flying start with a special appearance from Sid the Shark. Three lucky participants also hit the bullseye and walked away with Amazon vouchers! 🎯A huge thanks to Leisure United for working with us on this one!#stoploansharksengland #partnershipworking ...

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7 days ago

A brave mum has shared her experiences of borrowing from a loan shark, revealing how what started as loans for essentials like school uniforms and food spiralled into repayments of more than £50,000.Caroline (not her real name) is telling her story to let others know that help is available and that there are safer borrowing options, even when mainstream lenders aren't an option.🎥 Watch Caroline share her story on the Stop Loan Sharks YouTube channel and read her full story on our website. Links are in the comments below.If Caroline's story sounds familiar and you're worried about borrowing from someone you suspect may be a loan shark, please don't suffer in silence. We're here to help.📞 Call us anytime on 0300 507700 102773at#stoploansharksengland3#stoploansharksengland ...

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