BusinessNZ says a 10-month extension of rules allowing businesses to put their debt on hold will give confidence to
companies and their employees.
The Government introduced the debt hibernation scheme earlier this year as part of relief measures aimed at cushioning
the economic impacts of the pandemic. The scheme allows businesses to place their existing debts on hold.
BusinessNZ chief executive Kirk Hope says he is heartened by the Government's focus on the economic preservation and
recovery from the global shock of Covid-19, which needs to be treated with the same urgency as the health response.
"This extension will certainly give businesses going through hardship peace of mind going forward and assist with the
ongoing economic recovery.
"While New Zealand’s economy appears to be on the road to recovery, the impacts of the pandemic are far-reaching and
there are pockets of businesses in various sectors that need continued support to keep their doors open."