A hundred years ago | Protecting public against money lenders
The Hindu·4h ago·Neutral
What Happened
A century-old report from London describes the British government's commitment to pass legislation protecting the public from money lenders. The bill, requiring annual licensing at £15, passed its second reading in the House of Commons without significant opposition, though some provisions faced objection.
Key Entities
British GovernmentHouse of CommonsSir William Joynson-HicksMajor R. GlynMoney Lenders BillLondon