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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 day ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
We know how stressful it can be making sure your child has everything they need — from uniforms to supplies, it all adds up.💡 You could get help:✅ Check with your local council — some offer grants for uniform costs✅ Ask the school — they may be able to assist💰 Need to borrow? Stay safeLoan sharks often target parents this time of year. They seem friendly at first, but they trap people in dangerous, crippling debt.🔐 Choose a safer option:Credit Unions and CDFIs (Community Development Finance Institutions) offer safe, affordable alternatives.👉 Visit findyourcreditunion.co.uk or Responsible Finance to learn more.📞 Think you have borrowed from a loan shark? Need help?You're not alone. Call us confidentially at 0300 555 2222 or visit stoploansharks.co.uk for suppo#SLSEnglandg#stoploansharksenglandg#BackToSchoolSupportp#uniformhelpm#saferborrowingowing ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

3 days ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
Make sure you know the warning signs of a loan shark. ⁠🚩There is often no paperwork provided for a loan. ⁠🚩Someone may fear the person they owe money to, and they may have been threatened if they can’t pay on time. ⁠Knowing these signs might help you, a friend, a colleague, or a family member get the help they need. If you or someone you know might be involved with a loan shark contact our team today - www.stoploansharks.co.uk #NoBlameNoShame #StopLoanSharksEngland ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

6 days ago

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Sid the Shark’s summer tour continued this week when he stopped off in Stockport for Brinnington WellFest 2025.He had a fabulous time meeting people and getting involved in all the activities on offer – but he almost got himself arrested by the local police who weren’t keen on having a loan shark loitering in the park!Did you see our 'shark in the park' this week?Signpost Stockport for CarersStockport Credit UnionGreater Manchester PoliceBrinnington Park Leisure Complex Stockport Tourism#StopLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

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Age means nothing to a loan shark. In 2022, 22% of people we supported were over the age of 55 going against the stereotype of a loan shark only targeting younger people. Loan Sharks can come in all shapes and sizes. If you think you or someone you know is involved with a loan shark contact us today on 0300 555 2222 or visit us on stoploansharks.co.uk #SLSEngland #stoploansharksengland ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 week ago

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Did you see Sid the Shark in Workington this week?He was at this year’s Operation Respect Community Day in Northside where he enjoyed a kick about with some of the local youngsters and met local firefighters.The event was organised by Cumberland City Council's local focus hub and led by Castles & Coasts Housing Association.Did you happen to see Sid in the park? Post your pics if you did!👇🦈#stoploansharksengland#StopLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
20 Aug

We know how stressful it can be making sure your child has everything they need — from uniforms to supplies, it all adds up.

💡 You could get help:
✅ Check with your local council — some offer grants for uniform costs
✅ Ask the school — they may be able to assist

💰 Need to…

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18 Aug

Know the signs of a loan shark! 🚩 No paperwork? 🚩 Threats? Recognizing these can help you or someone you care about. If you suspect loan shark involvement, contact us today - http://www.stoploansharks.co.uk #NoBlameNoShame #StopLoanSharksEngland

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
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Sid the Shark’s summer tour continued when he stopped off in Stockport for Brinnington WellFest 2025. He had a fab time meeting people and getting involved in all the activities. Did you see our 'shark in the park'?

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Age means nothing to a loan shark. In 2022, 22% we supported were over 55. If you or someone you know is involved, contact us at 0300 555 2222 or visit http://stoploansharks.co.uk #SLSEngland #StopLoanSharksEngland

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Sid the Shark enjoyed a kick about at this year’s Operation Respect Community Day in Northside, Workington. It was a great event organised by @CumberlandCoun and led by @CastlesCoastsHA.
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What is a loan shark?

If you can answer yes to one or more of these questions you might be borrowing from a loan shark:

  • Did they offer you a quick loan?
  • Did they appear to be a friend at first, but now you're not so sure?
  • Did they say there was no need for any paperwork?
  • Did they add extra charges or huge amounts of interest to your loan?
  • Have they threatened you?
  • Are you scared of people finding out?
  • Have they taken your bank card, passport, or other valuables from you?

What happens after you get in touch?

We will be with you at every step of the way. Our investigators work alongside our Liaise Officers. They will get you the one to one support you need.

After you get in touch with us you will be offered the support you need. If you decide to report a loan shark, our investigators take the information you give us and look into what is going on. Their aim is to gather enough evidence to build a case against the illegal lender.

How we help

Stop Loan Sharks investigate, prosecute and put loan sharks in prison. We are the only organisation in England who have the power to stop loan sharks and illegal money lenders.

Since 2004, we have supported over 32,500 people to get safely away from loan sharks.

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