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ABA Response to Senate inquiry into Australian Government’s response to COVID-19

2 June 2020

The response incorporates initiatives on loan deferrals and lending, banking accessibility, and electronic conveyancing and electronic mortgages. These measures were designed to support consumers and businesses through this difficult time and intended to mitigate the impacts of COVID-19 on bank
customers.

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