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Stop Loan Sharks England

3 hours ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
We've been talking about financial safety at Oxford Brookes University.Our team has been out meeting students and sharing advice about how to borrow safely and stay protected from loan sharks.We know students can face real financial pressures, and loan sharks may take advantage of people when money is tight.That’s why it’s so important to raise awareness of the warning signs, safer ways to borrow and where to turn for support if things go wrong.A big thank you to Oxford Brookes for having us along! 💙#stoploansharksengland ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

6 hours ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
This is the loan shark who was jailed for 14 months after running an illegal lending operation for over 10 years.Philip Lister lent over £950,000 and expected over £1.7 million in return.A judge told him: “This is serious offending and will not be tolerated.”If you think you’ve borrowed from someone who might be a loan shark, you can call us anytime on 0300 555 2222 or WhatsApp 07700 102773The link to read the full story is in the comments 👇 ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 day ago

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Loan Shark awareness is taking centre stage at schools across Sandwell in a new project.An interactive play called Too Good to Be True is being delivered by Crave Arts to help Year 5 and 6 pupils understand what loan sharks are and why they're dangerous.The project has been funded by Stop Loan Sharks using money seized from convicted loan sharks under Proceeds of Crime Act legislation.As part of the project, pupils will also create their own awareness posters, with prizes up for grabs for the best designs. A huge thank you to Crave Arts for bringing this important message to life in a fun, engaging and memorable way. By educating young people early, we're helping them build the confidence and knowledge they need to make safe financial choices in the future.If you have been affected by a loan shark, support is available:Call: 0300 555 222207700 10277370#stoploansharksenglandrksengland ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

2 days ago

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📱 It's even easier to report illegal lenders! You can message us on WhatsApp at 07700 102773. Our team is here to help Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm. All messages are treated in complete confide#StopLoanSharksh#SupportWhenYouNeedIteedIt ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

4 days ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
It was great to attend StepChange Debt Charity's Connected 2026 event yesterday and spend time with the incredible team we work alongside.We have built a strong partnership with StepChange to help identify and support people who may have borrowed from loan sharks. Through this collaboration, we've been able to reach individuals who might otherwise never have come forward.We know that sometimes borrowers do not initially realise they are dealing with a loan shark. Illegal lenders often present themselves as a friend, or someone simply doing them a favour, making it difficult for people to recognise the risks and seek help.Thanks to the dedication and support of StepChange staff, we've been able to better understand these barriers to reporting and ensure more people can access the help and support they need.It's been a fantastic collaboration and we're grateful for the commitment StepChange continues to show in helping protect vulnerable people from illegal lending.Thank you for having us along! We look forward to contin#stoploansharksengland.#PartnershipWorkingg#FinancialWellBeingrking#FinancialWellbeing ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

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8 Oct

Loan Sharks can affect more than funds, they can use manipulative and aggressive tactics to get their way at the expense of someone else. There is a misconception that loan shark borrowers are to blame for their situations. All blame lies with the loan shark. If you or someone

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6 Oct

Worried about a loan shark but don’t know how to reach out safely?
You’re not alone — and help is closer than you think.

We’re setting up Stop Loan Sharks Access Points across the country to make it easier for you to get in touch. If you don’t have a phone, computer, or safe

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Stop Loan Sharks England

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5 Oct

A man who ran an illegal lending operation for over 10 years has been jailed for 14 months. Thanks to @MyDoncaster and @CouncilNor19771 trading standards services and @syptweet for working with us on this.
Full story: https://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/loan-shark-64-is-jailed-for-14-months-following-operation-by-england-illegal-money-lending-team/

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Stop Loan Sharks England

Verified account @slsengland ·
2 Oct

📱 It's even easier to report illegal lenders! You can message us on WhatsApp at 07700 102773. Our team is here to help Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm. All messages are treated in complete confidence. #StopLoanSharks #SupportWhenYouNeedIt

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1 Oct

A man was arrested in Brighton today on suspicion of illegal money lending. We worked with @sussexpoliceforce and @brightonhovecc Trading Standards on this op. Think you've borrowed from a loan shark? We're here to help. 📞 0300 555 2222

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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.

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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 33,000 people to get safely away from loan sharks.

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