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UK's financial watchdog proposes protections for buy now, pay later borrowers

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Posted on July 18, 2025

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(Reuters) -Britain's financial watchdog on Friday proposed rules to protect buy now, pay later (BNPL) borrowers, including affordibilty checks, access to the Financial Ombudsman Service for complaints

UK Financial Watchdog Introduces New Protections for BNPL Borrowers

(Reuters) -Britain's financial watchdog on Friday proposed rules to protect buy now, pay later (BNPL) borrowers, including affordibilty checks, access to the Financial Ombudsman Service for complaints and support during financial difficulties.

"Our regulation will help consumers navigate their financial lives, with checks on whether they can afford to repay, support when things go wrong and access to the right information to make informed decisions," Sarah Pritchard, deputy chief executive at the Financial Conduct Authority, said.

(Reporting by Yamini Kalia in Bengaluru; Editing by Harikrishnan Nair)

Key Takeaways

  • UK's financial watchdog proposes new BNPL rules.
  • Affordability checks to be introduced for borrowers.
  • Access to Financial Ombudsman Service for complaints.
  • Support for borrowers in financial difficulties.
  • FCA aims to help consumers make informed decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What new rules are proposed for BNPL borrowers?
The UK's financial watchdog proposed rules that include affordability checks and access to the Financial Ombudsman Service for complaints.
How will these regulations help consumers?
These regulations aim to assist consumers in navigating their financial lives by ensuring they can afford repayments and providing support when issues arise.
What is the role of the Financial Ombudsman Service?
The Financial Ombudsman Service will provide a platform for BNPL borrowers to lodge complaints and seek resolution for any issues they encounter.

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