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2 days ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
Are you feeling anxious, stressed or worried after borrowing from a loan shark? You're not alone. If things seem tough right now, we're here to help you get back on track. ⁠⁠Watch out for the warning signs :⁠▫️ No paperwork ⁠▫️ Take items as security ⁠▫️ Extortionate interest rates ⁠▫️ Threats & violence⁠⁠Give us a call on 0300 555 2222 or start a live chat stoploansharks.co.uk⁠#AdviceonSharks #SLSEngland #StopLoanSharksEngland ... See MoreSee Less

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We hope you're all having a great Bank Holiday weekend!Just a reminder that 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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Stop Loan Sharks England

4 days ago

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

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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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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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24 Aug

Are you feeling anxious, stressed or worried after borrowing from a loan shark? You're not alone. If things seem tough right now, we're here to help you get back on track. ⁠
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Watch out for the warning signs :⁠
▫️ No paperwork ⁠
▫️ Take items as security ⁠
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We hope you're all having a great Bank Holiday weekend! Just a reminder that 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.
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22 Aug

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

📞 Think you have borrowed from a loan shark? Need help?

You're not alone. Call us confidentially at 0300 555 2222 or visit http://stoploansharks.co.uk for…

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22 Aug

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…

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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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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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