Education packs: download
The Stop Loan Sharks England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) work with primary and secondary schools to deliver financial education. Understanding where money comes from, budgeting, affordable credit and other aspects of financial education is an initial step in preventing people turning to loan sharks.
Thank you for submitting your contact details to access the education resources, which are SEN-friendly and have been accredited by Young Enterprise. They can be downloaded below.
Education pack – primary schools
Resources to accompany primary pack
Education pack – secondary schools
Resources to accompany secondary pack
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Contact us for more information
For more information on how the England IMLT can help you develop financial education in schools please email Catherine.wohlers@birmingham.gov.uk
The Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has launched a new funding programme to support projects that help consumers stay safe when buying second-hand products.![]()
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This is a fantastic opportunity for community groups, charities, local organisations and other partners - and another way to help protect people in our local communities.![]()
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The full details are below 👇![]()
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Today is the day that sees changes to Buy Now, Pay Later come into force. ![]()
From today BNPL will be regulated by the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority). This means providers will need to carry out extra checks to consider whether repayments are affordable based on your financial situation.![]()
This may mean an extra step to the application process for you - but it also means you will be better protected and avoid debt you may struggle to repay.![]()
If you're considering borrowing, there are safe alternatives to mainstream lenders, such as credit unions and Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs).![]()
And always beware of illegal lenders who often pretend to be a friend offering a favour.![]()
If you think you may have borrowed from a loan shark, contact Stop Loan Sharks confidentially on 0300 555 2222 or send a WhatsApp message to 07700 102#SafeBorrowingo#stoploansharksenglandgland
Glenda the Lender had a great time being put through her paces at RAF Waddington in Lincolnshire today!![]()
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She was there as part of a wellbeing day, to help raise awareness of illegal money lending, and share advice on how to spot loan sharks and where to find support.![]()
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Thanks for inviting us along - we don’t think she’ll be enlisting just yet!![]()
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#stoploansharksengland
🎒 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
Do you use Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) when shopping? 🛍️![]()
If you do, there are important changes coming on this week that will offer you better protection.![]()
From Wednesday, July 15, BNPL will be regulated by the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority). This means providers will need to carry out affordability checks and credit assessments before approving applications. ![]()
This means providers will have to consider whether repayments are affordable based on your financial situation, helping to reduce the risk of taking on debt you may struggle to repay.![]()
While this may add an extra step to the application process, it is a positive move towards safer borrowing and stronger consumer safeguards. ![]()
If you're considering borrowing money, remember there are safe alternatives to mainstream lenders, such as credit unions and Community Development Finance Institutions (CDFIs).![]()
Always beware of illegal lenders who often target people facing financial difficulties by pretending to be a friend offering a favour.![]()
If you think you may have borrowed from a loan shark, support is available. Contact Stop Loan Sharks confidentially on 0300 555 2222 or send a WhatsApp message to 07700 1027#SafeBorrowingo#StopLoanSharksharks
