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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Albert Toth

Martin Lewis slams councils for acting like the ‘worst loan sharks’ over tax collection

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Martin Lewis has slammed local authorities for acting like “the worst loan sharks” in their approaches to council tax collection. In a scathing critique, the money expert said the practices used on people in debt were unfair and caused more difficulties for the most vulnerable.

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