How to put debt to work for the economy

Debt counsellors want the law changed to widen their sphere of operation

30 June 2024 - 00:01

The government should amend the National Credit Act (NCA) to give debt counsellors the power to restructure more categories of debt, including unpaid bills for municipalities and fee-paying schools...

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