Actor and Cafod ambassador Alex Macqueen condemns ‘unfair global debt’ in spoof ad before G20 summit

19 November 2025, The Tablet

Actor and Cafod ambassador Alex Macqueen condemns 'unfair global debt' in spoof ad before G20 summit

“Worried you won’t be able to pay it back?” says a character played by Alex Macqueen in a spoof payday loan ad. “That even though you’re careful with money you’ll be stuck in a cycle of poverty? A never-ending spiral of debt? Not a problem – simply cut back your spending on other areas like hospitals and schools. And if you can’t pay it back, don’t worry, we’re happy to lend you more.”

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