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There is loads of free help out there for us if we are struggling with debt. First check out our website page which includes tips for getting back on track and who to contact for advice and help.
A good place to start is to call the National Debtline or charity StepChange. The government also has a scheme to help people in debt – it’s called Breathing Space. For details and how to apply, read our article here.
Top Tip: No matter how bad things seem, do not be tempted to borrow money from an unlicensed lender, even if it is someone you know.
It sounds like this person is a loan shark – or in other words an unlicensed money lender.
Before things get worse you need to contact the Illegal Money Lending team on 0300 555 2222 or email reportaloanshark@stoploansharks.gov.uk
They also have an online webchat here: stoploansharks.co.uk If you live in Wales, Scotland or NI, the contact details can be found here.
If you can’t get out to make a TV license payment at PayPoint, you can pay using your debit or credit card, or over the phone.
If you are struggling to pay it becasue your income has dropped, contact the TV License service directly, and they will try to help. All of their information can be found here: www.tvlicensing.co.uk
