LoginSteer clear of loan sharks, TS urges
The cost-of-living crisis could force many people into illegal money lenders' clutches
Posted 10 November 2022 | JoTS Online
Content Tags: Updates|Crime|National
UPDATES: Trading Standards is urging people facing financial pressure to avoid illegal lenders, highlighting the dangers of loan sharks and the support available for those in debt.
Heart of the South West Trading Standards is urging people facing financial difficulties to steer clear of illegal money lenders.
As the cost-of-living crisis continues to force many people to take difficult decisions, some may become prey to loan sharks who exploit desperation and lock people into a cycle of debt.
Steve Gardiner, Trading Standards Manager at Heart of the South West...
CTSI Member-Only Content
This content can only be accessed by logged-in members of CTSI.
Already a member? Please enter your details below. If your login is successful, the page will automatically refresh and the full content will be visible.
Why join CTSI?
The Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) is the representative body for UK Trading Standards and Regulatory Compliance professionals - and one of the largest, oldest (est. 1881) and most respected consumer protection organisations in the world.
As a non-profit campaigning organisation (see our Latest Campaigns), our strength, our voice and our ability to influence government, industry and the media, and shape public opinion comes directly from our membership, who are organised in an active network of branches, regions and special interest groups around the country. We are stronger together.
Interested in becoming a Member of CTSI?
Read about our various Membership Options - from Full Membership (qualified Trading Standards professionals) to Associate Membership (consumer protection supporters).
