1 in 5 users of loan sharks discover them on social media It may seem quick & easy if you’re in a financial crisis, but you could end up having to pay huge amounts of interest & being threatened if you can’t pay Find another option at stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence

A loan shark: ❌Won’t tell you how much you’ve paid or what you still owe ❌Won’t give a receipt ❌Could charge a huge amount of interest ❌Isn’t authorised to lend money by the FCA Find out more at stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence

If you’re struggling with debt avoid getting involved with illegal moneylenders who will charge huge interest rates and may threaten your safety Find another option at stopillegallending.co.uk - you are not alone #BreakingTheSilence

We've added a new accessibility tool to our website to make it more inclusive. It includes: ✔️Text to Speech software ✔️Font & colour customisation ✔️Reading accessibility tools ✔️Translation into over 130 languages Just click the circular ReciteMe icon➡️stopillegallending.co.uk

You’re not in trouble if you've borrowed cash or are paying back a loan from a loan shark They’re the one committing a crime, not you Take the first step to getting your life back by calling us on 0800 074 0878 or visiting stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence

According to our recent survey, 51% of people view their debt as having an adverse impact on their mental health Find organisations who offer confidential and non-judgemental support and advice at stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence

Worried about a loan shark? We treat everything you say with the strictest confidence. All you need to do is take that first step by reaching out to us and #BreakingTheSilence Find out more by calling 0800 074 0878 or visiting stopillegallending.co.uk

If you feel that you can’t manage your money and debts, there are organisations that will provide free advice and help you get your life back on track👇 Contact us in confidence on 0800 074 0878 or visit stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence

Brilliant new video from @Stop Loan Sharks England aimed at children under 10 to help raise awareness of how to stay safe from loan sharks👇 youtube.com/watch?v=GKNTNp…

The #LoanSharkVan will be travelling across Scotland this summer, providing advice about scams & illegal money lending Let us know if you see it out and about in Falkirk over the next few days!

We've added a new accessibility tool to our website to make it more inclusive. It includes: ✔️Text to Speech software ✔️Font & colour customisation ✔️Reading accessibility tools ✔️Translation into over 130 languages Just click the circular ReciteMe icon➡️stopillegallending.co.uk

The #LoanSharkVan will be around Falkirk this week as part of the #ShutOutScammers campaign Thursday 17 July 🟣Falkirk Town Centre: 1030-1230 🟣Klondyke Garden Centre, Polmont: 1330-1500 Friday 18 July 🟣Forth Valley Royal Hospital: 1000-1200 Let us know if you see it!

Loan sharks are paying social media influencers to promote illegal money lending They may offer short-term loans via WhatsApp and Snapchat, but can charge over 100% interest Only borrow from lenders who are registered with the FCA at register.fca.org.uk #BreakingTheSilence

Don’t struggle in silence if you’re in a financial crisis and don't turn to a loan shark There are loads of organisations who can help you such as Credit Unions or debt charities Find organisations who can help at stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence

If you feel that you can’t manage your money and debts, there are organisations that will provide free advice and help you get your life back on track👇 Contact us in confidence on 0800 074 0878 or visit stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence

Have you seen a social media message offering a quick and easy loan? Loan sharks will approve your loan quickly, but are also quick to add extra charges or interest without warning Check that they’re authorised to lend money at register.fca.org.uk

Need to borrow money urgently? Be careful online – many websites and social media accounts are run by loan sharks and you could end up in a never-ending cycle of repayments Call 0800 074 0878 if you're worried someone you borrowed money from is a loan shark #BreakingTheSilence

Have you seen our short animations?👇 They explain how loan sharks work and how we and other organisations can help if you've borrowed money from an illegal lender Remember that you're not alone - support is available #BreakingTheSilence youtube.com/watch?v=vFH4nr…

We've added a new accessibility tool to our website to make it more inclusive. It includes: ✔️Text to Speech software ✔️Font & colour customisation ✔️Reading accessibility tools ✔️Translation into over 130 languages Just click the circular ReciteMe icon➡️stopillegallending.co.uk