Scottish Illegal Money Lending Unit
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Scottish Illegal Money Lending Unit
@stoploansharks.bsky.social
Investigating illegal money lenders across Scotland and providing support for the victims of those lenders. Part of Trading Standards Scotland
Call in confidence 24/7 - 0800 074 0878 - or visit https://stopillegallending.co.uk/
Finlay the chatbot is now live on our website at stopillegallending.co.uk!

Finlay can answer your questions about loan sharks and help point you in the direction of further support and advice

Enjoy a #SharkFreeSummer
July 31, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Our new campaign aims to help you enjoy a #SharkFreeSummer

If you're struggling with back to school costs, don’t turn to a loan shark for help – they could put you and your family in danger.

Find out more about available support at www.stopillegallending.co.uk/SharkFreeSum...
July 29, 2025 at 8:44 AM
Councillor Maureen Chalmers has welcomed the launch of our #SharkFreeSummer campaign, which focuses on important issues relating to financial wellbeing over the summer holidays and the return of children to school in August

More➡️ stopillegallending.co.uk/enjoy-a-shar... @maureenchalmers.bsky.social
July 29, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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 www.stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence
July 3, 2025 at 11:34 AM
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 www.stopillegallending.co.uk #BreakingTheSilence
May 7, 2025 at 10:55 AM
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➡️https://stopillegallending.co.uk/
April 16, 2025 at 7:56 AM
You’re not in trouble if you have borrowed cash or have been 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 and managing your money and debts by calling us on 0800 074 0878 or visiting our website #BreakingTheSilence
March 11, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Today we're launching a new campaign - #BreakingTheSilence

With almost a third of Scots struggling to cover bills, food & necessities, we want to encourage people to:

🗨️Talk about financial struggles rather than turning to loan sharks
📱Report loan sharks

➡️ stopillegallending.co.uk/breaking-the...
March 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Are you in a financial crisis? We are here to help.

Access a wide range of free services, stay away from illegal money lenders and move towards a happier financial future.

Help starts here - find out more on our website or by calling 0800 074 0878
February 3, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Our confidential loan shark helpline, 0800 074 0878, will remain open all day today for anyone who has any concerns or questions about illegal money lending or loan sharks

Please get in touch if you need advice/support or find out more at www.stopillegallending.co.uk
January 24, 2025 at 8:44 AM
If a friend/family member is suddenly anxious and worried, #AskTheQuestion

“Is someone you have borrowed money from threatening you?”

Find out how to support them by calling 0800 074 0878 or at www.stopillegallending.co.uk
January 16, 2025 at 3:14 PM
This winter we are urging people to Choose a #LoanSharkFreeChristmas 👇

More of us are struggling financially and you may think you have no other options, but support is available to you

Find out more at www.stopillegallending.co.uk
December 10, 2024 at 2:51 PM