Civil contempt in the UK can be punishable by imprisonment of up to two years, or fines.
Name suppression has been upheld, this time in the Court of Appeal, for two people charged in connection with the NZ First Foundation.
Financial hardship may lead to more complaints against lenders, insurers and Kiwsaver providers.
The move follows a Takeovers Panel decision to defer its statement on whether it believes deal should go ahead.
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