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Stop Loan Sharks England

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Stop Loan Sharks England
📱 We're making it even easier to report illegal lenders! You can now reach us on WhatsApp at 07700 102773. Our team is here to help Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. All calls and messages are treated in complete confide#StopLoanSharksh#SupportWhenYouNeedIteedIt ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

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Stop Loan Sharks England
Loan sharks trap and manipulate their borrowers, making them think it is their fault they are in this situation. No one should be made to feel ashamed of the position someone else has put them in. Loan sharks are the ones to blame for your debt to them. No borrower should feel any blame or shame for being entrapped by a loan shark. We are here to help and support anyone in the grasp of a loan shark, contact the team today - www.stoploanshark.co.uk #stoploansharksengland ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

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Stop Loan Sharks England
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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Stop Loan Sharks England

6 days ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
Worried about a loan shark but don’t know how to reach out safely?You’re not alone — and help is closer than you think.We’re setting up Stop Loan Sharks Access Points across the country to make it easier for you to get in touch. If you don’t have a phone, computer, or safe space to contact us, these locations are here for you.📍 Find your nearest access point and visit www.stoploansharks.co.uk/wewillhelpyoumakethecall/ to get started.Friendly staff are ready to help you take the first step — even making the call with you if needed.You don’t have to face this alone. Support is local, safe, and confidential ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

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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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17 Nov

Loan sharks manipulate borrowers. No one should feel trapped. We support those in this situation - contact us: http://stoploanshark.co.uk #StopLoanSharksEngland #StopLoanSharks #DebtSupport #FinancialLiteracy

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
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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…

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
13 Nov

Worried about a loan shark but don’t know how to reach out safely?
You’re not alone — and help is closer than you think.

We’re setting up Stop Loan Sharks Access Points across the country to make it easier for you to get in touch. If you don’t have a phone, computer, or safe…

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11 Nov

Feeling anxious after borrowing from a loan shark? You're not alone. Watch for warning signs: No paperwork High interest Threats. Call 0300 555 2222 or chat http://stoploansharks.co.uk⁠ #AdviceonSharks #SLSEngland #StopLoanSharksEngland

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11 Nov

This loan shark has been ordered to pay more than £150,000 – or face more time in jail.
Thanks to all the borrowers who came forward in this case and to @WMerciaPolice and @TelfordWrekin Trading Standards who worked with us.

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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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