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Stop Loan Sharks England

2 hours ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
We've had a fantastic week so far out and about in Derbyshire, despite the weather now trying its best to slow us down!We've visited some brilliant venues, including libraries and health centres, meeting people and sharing information about loan sharks and safer borrowing options. We're still out on the road today and tomorrow, so if you're nearby, come and say hello!📍 Today: The Arc, Clowne📍 Tomorrow: SDCVS Foodbank, SwadlincoteCan't make it? We're always here to help. Whether you have concerns about illegal lending or want advice on safer ways to borrow, get in touch:07700 102773 2222📱 WhatsApp: 07700 102773We'll be there Derbyshire County CouncilhCitizens Advice Derbyshire Districtsit#stoploansharksenglande Districts#stoploansharksengland ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

23 hours ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
🎒 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 ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 day ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
Two women have been arrested on suspicion of illegal money lending following an operation in the Camden borough of London early today.The operation was led by the England Illegal Money Lending Team, working alongside the Metropolitan Police Service and Camden Council Trading Standards.Loan sharks can cause fear, stress and financial harm in our communities. If you've borrowed from someone who isn't licensed, been threatened over repayments, or know of illegal lending activity, help is available.📞 Call our free 24-hour helpline: 0300 555 2222💬 07700 102773700 102773All information is treated in con#stoploansharksenglandrksengland ...

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 day ago

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Congratulations to Tamworth Borough Council on becoming an official accredited partner of Stop Loan Sharks. 👏The council has shown great commitment to protecting local people from illegal money lenders, including becoming one of the first organisations in the country to sign up to our We Will Help You Make the Call scheme and become an official Stop Loan Sharks Access Point. Alongside this, staff have been helping to raise awareness of loan sharks, and have undergone training to spot the warning signs of illegal lending and ensure those affected get support.This new accreditation recognises all of that fantastic work. Welcome to the IMLT partner family, and congratulations to everyone involved! #stoploansharksengland#partnershipworking ...

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🎒 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

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26 Aug

Two women have been arrested on suspicion of illegal money lending in the Camden area early today.
The operation was led by the England Illegal Money Lending Team, working with @metpoliceuk and @CamdenCouncil Trading Standards.

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26 Aug

Congratulations to @TamworthCouncil on becoming an official partner of Stop Loan Sharks! One of the first organisations to become a Stop Loan Sharks Access Point, the council is committed to tackling illegal lending and supporting local people.👏🦈
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Verified account @slsengland ·
20 Aug

🎒 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

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20 Aug

We've been been on the ball again in Sunderland with our latest project! Working with Leisure United, we helped fund new equipment at Downhill Football and Gym, including branded bats and flights!🎯

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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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