New regulations for buy now, pay later credit take effect in the UK
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New regulations for buy now, pay later credit take effect in the UK

15 Jul 2026 · Originally published 15 Jul 2026 7/10 Original headline: What do new ‘buy now, pay later’ protections mean for you?
From Wednesday, buy now, pay later services will be regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority to provide shoppers with increased rights and protections. These rules aim to bring oversight to a sector that has grown to over £13bn, ensuring consumers have clearer safeguards when using credit for everyday purchases.
Source: The Guardian UK National
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