WENDY KNOWLER | You procreate, you’re liable for school fees – simple as ABC

Even if you didn’t sign the contract with the school, if you’re a biological parent, you are jointly responsible for paying fees

17 October 2021 - 17:49

Ed was indignant at being chased by debt collectors for a school fee payment, given that the mother of his child had signed the contract with the school, assuming full responsibility for payment...

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