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Stop Loan Sharks England

4 days ago

Stop Loan Sharks England
A suspected loan shark was arrested in north London in an early morning operation by the England Illegal Money Lending Team today.Thanks to the Metropolitan Police Service for working with us on this investigation and action.The suspect – a 60-year-old man - was taken into custody to be questioned.If you’re in the area and have any knowledge of illegal lending going on – get in touch. You can call our 24/7 free confidential helpline on 0300 555 2222 or send a WhatsApp message to 07700 102773The link to the full story is in the comments👇#stoploansharksengland#StopLoanSharks ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

2 weeks ago

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A man was arrested on suspicion of being a loan shark in south London early this morning.Thanks to Metropolitan Police Service and Sutton Council Trading Standards for working with us on this operation.You can read the full story by following the link in the comments.And if you’re in the area and think you’ve borrowed from a loan shark, call us anytime on 0300 555 2222.#StopLoanSharks#stoploansharksengland ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

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When Simon borrowed money from someone he thought was a friend, he never imagined it would push him to the point of considering taking his own life.But that’s exactly what happened.Thankfully, Simon confided in a housing officer who referred him to Stop Loan Sharks for support. His case was investigated, and with the support of the Stop Loan Sharks team, he was able to break free from the loan shark and start rebuilding his life.Simon has bravely shared his story to show others in a similar situation that help is out there. You can read his full story in the comments, or watch him tell it himself in the video below👇You can also read Simon's story by following the link in the comments.We are extremely grateful to Simon for speaking out. First-hand stories like his are incredibly powerful - they encourage others to reach out and get the support they need.If Simon’s story resonates with you, or if you know someone in a similar situation, contact Stop Loan Sharks. Calls are treated in confidence, and you can remain anonymous if you wish. The more information you can provide, the easier it is for us to investigate and help.Call 0300 555 2222 anytime, or WhatsApp message us on 07700 102773 anytime between 9am and 8pm Monday to Friday.We’re here to help and together we can stop loan sharks.#StopLoanSharks#stoploansharksengland ... See MoreSee Less

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Stop Loan Sharks England

3 weeks ago

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📱 It's even easier to report illegal lenders! You can message us on WhatsApp at 07700 102773. Our team is here to help Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm. All messages are treated in complete confide#StopLoanSharksh#SupportWhenYouNeedIteedIt ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

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Youngsters at primary schools in Worcester and Dudley are getting a powerful lesson in how to be money-safe over the next few weeks – through an exciting new interactive play! 💡🎭Creative experts Crave Arts have teamed up with Stop Loan Sharks to deliver Too Good to Be True, a fun, engaging performance that teaches children how to recognise the dangers of loan sharks and make safer, more responsible financial choices. Even better, the project is funded using money confiscated from convicted loan sharks.Pupils will take part in workshops and design their own posters to spread the message – with prizes up for grabs for the winning entries! Schools will also use Stop Loan Sharks education resources in the classroom to reinforce the messages and send information home so families can learn together.A huge thank you to Crave Arts for helping raise awareness about loan sharks in such a creative and engaging way. 👏If you're interested in our education resources, go to www.stoploansharks.co.uk/for-educati#stoploansharksenglandgland ... See MoreSee Less

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
25 Feb

A suspected loan shark was arrested in north London by the England Illegal Money Lending Team today. Thanks to @metpolice_uk and @barnetcouncil trading standards for working with us.

Need help? Call us on 0300 555 2222 or WhatsApp 07700 102773.

http://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/suspected-loan-shark-arrested-in-north-london/

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
18 Feb

A man was arrested on suspicion of being a loan shark in south London early this morning. Thanks to @metpoliceuk and @SuttonCouncil Trading Standards for working with us on this operation.

Full story here: https://www.stoploansharks.co.uk/suspected-loan-shark-arrested-in-south-london/

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slsengland Stop Loan Sharks England @slsengland ·
10 Feb

📱 It's even easier to report illegal lenders! You can message us on WhatsApp at 07700 102773. Our team is here to help Monday to Friday, 9am to 8pm. All messages are treated in complete confidence. #StopLoanSharks #SupportWhenYouNeedIt

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10 Feb

Primary school pupils in Worcester and Dudley are getting a lesson in how to be money-safe over the next few weeks – through an exciting new interactive play by @ArtsCrave. It will teach pupils how to recognise loan sharks and make safer financial choices.
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5 Feb

Housing Plus Group becomes official access point for Stop Loan Sharks

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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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