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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 ... See MoreSee Less

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A 38-year-old man was arrested in Washington, Tyne and Wear, early today on suspicion of being a loan shark.The England Illegal Money Lending Team worked with Northumbria Police and Sunderland, UK Trading Standards on this investigation and intervention.The link to the full story is in the comments 👇 ... See MoreSee Less

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Our resources have a fresh new look - with no nasty sharks in sight!From posters and leaflets to postcards and more - explore our updated collection and order directly from our website:www.stoploansharks.co.uk/resources-newsletters#StopLoanSharks #SLSEngland ... See MoreSee Less

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We hope you're all having a great Bank Holiday weekend!If you need our support or advice, we're still here for you. Our helpline is available 24/7, even on Bank Holiday Monday - just call 0300 #StopLoanSharksLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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A small loan from someone he trusted turned into fear, intimidation and spiralling pressure.Simon’s story shows the real danger of illegal money lending - and why reaching out for help matters.No one should face this alone. 💛Support is available, contact us today on WhatsApp at 07700 102773 or call on 0300 555 2222 #StopLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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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 confidence. #StopLoanSharks #SupportWhenYouNeedIt

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A 38-year-old man was arrested in Washington, Tyne and Wear, early today on suspicion of being a loan shark. We worked with @northumbriapol and @SunderlandUK Trading Standards on this.📷://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/suspected-loan-shark-arrested-in-washington-tyne-and-wear/

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
8 Apr

Our resources have a fresh new look - with no nasty sharks in sight!
From posters and leaflets to postcards and more - explore our updated collection and order directly from our website:
http://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/resources-newsletters
#StopLoanSharks #SLSEngland

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
6 Apr

We hope you're all having a great Bank Holiday weekend!
If you need our support or advice, we're still here for you. Our helpline is available 24/7, even on Bank Holiday Monday - just call 0300 555 2222.
#StopLoanSharks

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5 Apr

A small loan from someone he trusted turned into fear, intimidation and spiralling pressure. #StopLoanSharks

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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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