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Stop Loan Sharks England

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Stop Loan Sharks England
We’re proud to be supporting West Midlands Police’s Operation Fearless.It’s great to see partners coming together to tackle the issues that matter most to people around Soho Road and the Handsworth Triangle in Birmingham, helping make the area safer for everyone who lives, works and visits.If you’re nearby, keep an eye out for our Stop Loan Sharks billboards. One of our key messages as part of this campaign is to highlight the link between illegal lending and gambling.Loan sharks often target people when they’re under pressure - for example, if they need quick cash to keep gambling. That’s when it’s easiest to get trapped.If this sounds like you or someone you know, you’re not alone - we’re here to help.Call us on 0300 555 2222Or message us on WhatsApp: 07700 102773#OperationFearless#StopLoanSharks#PartnershipWorking ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 week ago

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Sid the Shark is enjoying his week in Malvern this week for #operationsharknet, spreading the word about how to stay safe from loan sharks.If you're in the area, you can still catch us. We'll be at the following locations:👉Thursday 10am to noon at Malvern Town FC Health and Wellbeing Event, Langland Avenue, Malvern 👉Friday, 10am to 1pm Pump Rooms, Teme Street, Tenbury WellsSee yoPlatform Housing GroupsCommunity Action Malvern and DistrictdWest Mercia PolicecMalvern Hills District Councilct#StopLoanSharksLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

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Thank you to all our partners and organisations who supported Stop Loan Sharks Week by sharing our posts and blog, engaging your audiences.Your support helps us reach more people and raise vital awareness. Thank you for being part of it 💙 #StopLoanSharksWeek #gameoverforloansharks ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 week ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
A warm welcome to our new partner - Norfolk First Credit Union!Thanks so much for everything you do to support the work of Stop Loan Sharks - it's great to have you on board!If you're interested in becoming a Stop Loan Sharks accredited partner, go to www.stoploansharks.co.uk/partner-recognition-programme/ to find o#StopLoanSharksL#PartnershipWorkinghipworking ... See MoreSee Less

Norfolk First Credit Union gets national award for work to stop loan sharks - Stop Loan Sharks

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Norfolk First Credit Union has won national recognition for its work to [...]
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Keep an eye out for a giant shark in Malvern this week!We are back with Operation Sharknet, working with:Platform Housing GroupWest Mercia PoliceCommunity Action Malvern and DistrictMalvern Hills District Councilto help local people stay safe from loan sharks.You may see Sid the Shark out and about - if you do come and say hello - unlike other loan sharks he won't bite!If you're in the area, you can catch us at the following locations:👉Monday, May 18, 1.30pm to 3pm: Waitrose, Graham Road, Edith Walk, Malvern.👉Tuesday, May 19, 10am to 11am: Walkabout Upton Rugby Club, 79 Old Street, Upton upon Severn👉Thursday, May 21, 10am to noon: Malvern Town FC Health and Wellbeing Event, Langland Avenue, Malvern👉Friday, May 22, 10am to 1pm: Pump Rooms, Teme Street, Tenbury WellsSee yo#StopLoanSharksLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
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We’re proud to be supporting @WMPolice with Operation Fearless tackling crime around Soho Road and the Handsworth Triangle in Birmingham.
If you’re nearby, keep an eye out for our Stop Loan Sharks ads highlighting the link between illegal lending and gambling.

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
18 May

Thank you to all our partners and organisations who supported Stop Loan Sharks Week by sharing our posts and blog, engaging your audiences.

Your support helps us reach more people and raise vital awareness. Thank you for being part of it 💙 #stoploansharksweek

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
18 May

A warm welcome to our new partner - Norfolk First Credit Union!
Thanks for everything you do to support Stop Loan Sharks - it's great to have you on board!
If you're interested in becoming a Stop Loan Sharks accredited partner, go to http://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/partner-recognition-programme/
#StopLoanSharks

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
17 May

This #StopLoanSharksWeek, we’re exposing the tactics loan sharks use to play games with people’s lives.
Threats, pressure and fear are all part of how illegal lenders try to stay in control and keep people stuck.
You don’t have to keep playing by their rules.
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16 May

During #StopLoanSharksWeek, we want people to know they are never stuck in the game.
Loan sharks rely on people feeling like they have no choice.
You always have a choice - and support is available to help you walk away safely.
Let’s make it #GameOverForLoanSharks
Speak to Stop

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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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