Under DAS, a debtor commits to a debt payment programme (DPP) which allows them to repay their debts based on their disposable income. A debtor must seek advice and assistance from a money advisor before applying for a DPP under DAS. A DPP can last for any reasonable length of time, depending on the amount of debt and how much the debtor can pay. Creditors will receive regular payments towards the debt(s) owed to them under the terms agreed in the DPP. When a DPP is approved, all interest, fees, penalties or other charges owed are frozen. Debtors are also protected from creditors taking any action against them to recover their debt