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Stop Loan Sharks England

12 hours ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
Sid the Shark has been out in South Derbyshire this week at the district council housing housing roadshow event at Oaklands Village, Swadlincote.He was helping to spread awareness about the dangers of illegal lenders, and we chatted to lots of local residents.Thanks to South Derbyshire District Council for inviting us along!#stoploansharksengland ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 day ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
A 66-year-old man was arrested in Leeds today on suspicion of being a loan shark.We worked with West Yorkshire Trading Standards and West Yorkshire Police on this operation.If you're in the area - or anywhere in England - and think you've borrowed from a loan shark, you can get in touch with us by calling 0300 555 2222.The link to the full story about today's operation is in t#stoploansharksenglandansharksengland ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

4 days ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
It was great to meet the team from Citizens Advice Mid Mercia last week where we delivered a training session giving staff the tools they need to spot the signs of a loan shark.They're not always as easy to spot as Sid the Shark on this pic!Thanks for inviting us along, we hope you found it useful!If you would like us to deliver training to your staff, drop us a message. It's free and can be delivered in person or online to s#partnershipworkingh#stoploansharksenglandrksengland ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

1 week ago

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A 59-year-old suspected loan shark was arrested today following an operation in the #stockport area.We worked with officers from Greater Manchester Police and Trading Standards officers from Cheshire East Council and Stockport Council.The link to the full story is in the comments 👇If you think you’ve been targeted by a loan shark in Stockport, or anywhere in England, call us any time on 0300 555 2222 or send a WhatsApp message to 07700 102773 (service available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm).#stoploansharksengland#StopLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

2 weeks ago

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Make sure you know the warning signs of a loan shark. ⁠🚩There is often no paperwork provided for a loan. ⁠🚩Someone may fear the person they owe money to, and they may have been threatened if they can’t pay on time. ⁠Knowing these signs might help you, a friend, a colleague, or a family member get the help they need. If you or someone you know might be involved with a loan shark contact our team today - www.stoploansharks.co.uk #NoBlameNoShame #StopLoanSharksEngland ... See MoreSee Less

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
28 Jan

A 66-year-old man was arrested in Leeds today on suspicion of being a loan shark. We worked with @wytradstandards and @WestYorksPolice on this operation.
If you need help, call us on 0300 555 2222.
https://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/suspected-loan-shark-arrested-in-leeds-2/
#stoploansharksengland

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
26 Jan

It was great to meet the team from @CA_MidMercia to deliver a training session on how to spot a loan shark.
They're not always as easy to spot as Sid the Shark on this pic! Interested in training? Drop us a message.
#partnershipworking
#stoploansharksengland

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
21 Jan

A 59-year-old suspected loan shark was arrested today following an operation in the #stockport area.
We worked with officers from @gmpolice and Trading Standards officers from @CheshireEast and @StockportMBC.
Full story: http://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/suspected-loan-shark-arrested-in-stockport/

#stoploansharks

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
20 Jan

Thinking about a loan? Before you seal the deal, check it’s real! 🦭Great advice from @TheFCA!
Worried you’ve borrowed from a loan shark? Get in touch with Stop Loan Sharks:
📞 0300 555 2222
💬 WhatsApp 07700 102773

#StopLoanSharksEngland
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Considering an investment, pension opportunity, loan or other financial service?

Use our Firm Checker to check the firm is authorised and help avoid scams.

Before you seal the deal, check its real.

https://www.fca.org.uk/consumers/fca-firm-checker

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
18 Jan

Make sure you know the warning signs of a loan shark. ⁠
🚩There is often no paperwork provided for a loan. ⁠
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Knowing these signs might help you, a friend, a

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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 32,500 people to get safely away from loan sharks.

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