Govt proposes initial changes to lending requirements
Initial proposed changes to lending requirements announced by the Government today will help New Zealanders acquire credit safely and responsibly.
Initial proposed changes to lending requirements announced by the Government today will help New Zealanders acquire credit safely and responsibly.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) is asking for feedback on a draft Bill that will make changes to improve insurance contract law.
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