Bolton Council is urging residents to stay clear of loan sharks if they are struggling due to coronavirus. Many have been hit financially by the Coronavirus pandemic either through losing their jobs or living on reduced incomes, leading to difficulties making payments for rent, bills and necessities. Bolton Council is supporting a national campaign by the England Illegal Money Lending Unit warning of the risks of illegal lenders. The campaign focuses on the problem of online loan sharks amid concerns more people are falling for lenders on social media. Bolton Council is urging anyone with financial worries to use the council s free Money Skills Service.