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A UK Hire Purchase agreement regulated by the Consumer Credit Act 1974 — for car finance, furniture, electronics, plant and equipment financing. Title to the goods stays with the FCA-authorised Lender during the term; passes to the Hirer on payment of the final instalment and the nominal Option to Purchase fee. Our British template covers the four pillars of CCA 1974 hire purchase protection: s.99 voluntary termination (the 50% rule), s.75 connected lender liability (£100-£30,000), s.61 mandatory form and content, and the FCA CONC sourcebook conduct standards for arrears, default and debt advice signposting.
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HIRE PURCHASE AGREEMENT (REGULATED BY CCA 1974)
Regulated By The Consumer Credit Act 1974 · FCA Authorised Lender · Agreement HP-2026-184729
LENDER (CREDITOR)
Northbridge Motor Finance Limited (FCA FRN 731928)
14 Cornhill, London EC3V 3NR
HIRER (DEBTOR)
David Andrew Foster
32 Riverside Crescent, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5AT
07712 489635
d.foster@btopenworld.com
07712 489635
d.foster@btopenworld.com
HIRE PURCHASE — CCA 1974 Regulated
£40,793.00 total · 9.9% APR · 22 June 2026
THIS REGULATED HIRE PURCHASE AGREEMENT is made on 22 June 2026 between:
(1) Northbridge Motor Finance Limited of 14 Cornhill, London EC3V 3NR, holding FULL CONSUMER CREDIT PERMISSION from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under Part 4A Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FCA Firm Reference Number 731928) (the "Lender"); and
(2) David Andrew Foster of 32 Riverside Crescent, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5AT (the "Hirer"), being a CONSUMER for the purposes of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.
BACKGROUND. The Lender agrees to acquire the goods described in clause 1 (the "Goods") from Sandbridge Ford (Reading) Limited (the "Supplier") and to make the Goods available to the Hirer on hire-purchase terms. Title to the Goods remains with the Lender throughout the term and passes to the Hirer only on payment of all sums due and exercise of the Option to Purchase (clause 6).
REGULATORY FRAMEWORK. This is a REGULATED agreement under the Consumer Credit Act 1974 ("CCA 1974"). The form and content comply with the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014. The Lender is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under Part 4A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.
(1) Northbridge Motor Finance Limited of 14 Cornhill, London EC3V 3NR, holding FULL CONSUMER CREDIT PERMISSION from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under Part 4A Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FCA Firm Reference Number 731928) (the "Lender"); and
(2) David Andrew Foster of 32 Riverside Crescent, Reading, Berkshire RG1 5AT (the "Hirer"), being a CONSUMER for the purposes of the Consumer Credit Act 1974.
BACKGROUND. The Lender agrees to acquire the goods described in clause 1 (the "Goods") from Sandbridge Ford (Reading) Limited (the "Supplier") and to make the Goods available to the Hirer on hire-purchase terms. Title to the Goods remains with the Lender throughout the term and passes to the Hirer only on payment of all sums due and exercise of the Option to Purchase (clause 6).
REGULATORY FRAMEWORK. This is a REGULATED agreement under the Consumer Credit Act 1974 ("CCA 1974"). The form and content comply with the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014. The Lender is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) under Part 4A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000.
1.
THE GOODS
The Lender shall acquire and hire to the Hirer the following goods (the "Goods"):
Description: New 2026 Ford Kuga Titanium 2.5 PHEV Automatic, registration plate to be issued, metallic Magnetic Grey (Serial/VIN WF0AXXTPGAPB14529)
Supplier: Sandbridge Ford (Reading) Limited
Delivery date: 30 June 2026
The Goods remain the property of the Lender throughout the term. The Hirer takes only the right to possess and use the Goods on the terms of this Agreement.
Description: New 2026 Ford Kuga Titanium 2.5 PHEV Automatic, registration plate to be issued, metallic Magnetic Grey (Serial/VIN WF0AXXTPGAPB14529)
Supplier: Sandbridge Ford (Reading) Limited
Delivery date: 30 June 2026
The Goods remain the property of the Lender throughout the term. The Hirer takes only the right to possess and use the Goods on the terms of this Agreement.
2.
FINANCIAL PARTICULARS (CCA 1974 S.61 PRESCRIBED CONTENT)
The financial particulars of this Agreement, in the prescribed form required by CCA 1974 s.61 and the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010, are set out below.
| Cash price of the Goods | £34,995.00 |
| Deposit / part-exchange allowance | £3,500.00 |
| Amount of credit | £31,495.00 |
| Total charge for credit (interest + fees) | £6,298.00 |
| Option to Purchase fee | £10.00 |
| Total amount payable (HP price) | £40,793.00 |
| APR (Annual Percentage Rate) | 9.9% |
| Number of instalments | 60 |
| Amount per instalment | £624.50 |
| Instalment frequency | monthly |
| First instalment due | 15 July 2026 |
3.
PAYMENT TERMS
3.1 Instalments. The Hirer shall pay 60 instalments of £624.50 monthly, the first instalment due on 15 July 2026. Subsequent instalments fall due on the corresponding date in each succeeding period.
3.2 Direct Debit. Payment shall be made by Direct Debit (under the Direct Debit Guarantee) unless otherwise agreed. The Hirer authorises the Lender to debit the Hirer's nominated bank account.
3.3 Early settlement. The Hirer may settle the agreement early under CCA 1974 ss.94-95 at any time by giving notice to the Lender; the Lender shall provide a settlement figure including any statutory rebate of charges (calculated under the Consumer Credit (Early Settlement) Regulations 2004 SI 2004/1483).
3.4 Arrears. If the Hirer falls into arrears, the Lender shall comply with FCA CONC 7 arrears handling rules: notice of sums in arrears, reasonable forbearance, and (where required) a default notice under CCA 1974 s.87-88 before any termination or repossession.
3.2 Direct Debit. Payment shall be made by Direct Debit (under the Direct Debit Guarantee) unless otherwise agreed. The Hirer authorises the Lender to debit the Hirer's nominated bank account.
3.3 Early settlement. The Hirer may settle the agreement early under CCA 1974 ss.94-95 at any time by giving notice to the Lender; the Lender shall provide a settlement figure including any statutory rebate of charges (calculated under the Consumer Credit (Early Settlement) Regulations 2004 SI 2004/1483).
3.4 Arrears. If the Hirer falls into arrears, the Lender shall comply with FCA CONC 7 arrears handling rules: notice of sums in arrears, reasonable forbearance, and (where required) a default notice under CCA 1974 s.87-88 before any termination or repossession.
4.
CANCELLATION RIGHTS (CCA 1974 S.66)
4.1 On-premises agreement — no 14-day cancellation right. This Agreement was signed at the Lender's business premises. The 14-day cancellation right under CCA 1974 s.66A applies only to off-premises and distance agreements; it does not apply here.
4.2 Statutory protections preserved. The Hirer retains all other statutory protections under CCA 1974: voluntary termination (s.99); early settlement (s.94-95); s.75 connected lender liability; default notice protection (s.87-88); protected goods provisions (s.90-91).
4.2 Statutory protections preserved. The Hirer retains all other statutory protections under CCA 1974: voluntary termination (s.99); early settlement (s.94-95); s.75 connected lender liability; default notice protection (s.87-88); protected goods provisions (s.90-91).
5.
TITLE AND OPTION TO PURCHASE
5.1 Title retention. The Goods remain the absolute property of the Lender throughout the term. The Hirer takes only the right to possess and use the Goods. The Hirer shall NOT sell, charge, lease, sub-let or otherwise dispose of the Goods or part with possession (save to a competent repairer for routine maintenance).
5.2 Option to Purchase. At the end of the term, on payment of all instalments and the Option to Purchase fee of £10.00, the Hirer may exercise the option to acquire title to the Goods. Title passes automatically on payment of the Option fee.
5.3 Lender's ownership inscription. The Lender may require the Goods to bear a discreet ownership identifier (e.g. a metal plate or registration entry on a vehicle V5C as "keeper" vs "owner").
5.2 Option to Purchase. At the end of the term, on payment of all instalments and the Option to Purchase fee of £10.00, the Hirer may exercise the option to acquire title to the Goods. Title passes automatically on payment of the Option fee.
5.3 Lender's ownership inscription. The Lender may require the Goods to bear a discreet ownership identifier (e.g. a metal plate or registration entry on a vehicle V5C as "keeper" vs "owner").
6.
INSURANCE AND CARE OF THE GOODS
6.1 Insurance. The Hirer shall, throughout the term, maintain a comprehensive insurance policy covering the Goods against loss, damage, theft and (for vehicles) third-party liability. The Lender shall be noted as INTERESTED PARTY on the policy.
6.2 Care. The Hirer shall keep the Goods in good condition, fair wear and tear excepted, and shall comply with any manufacturer's service / maintenance schedule. Excess wear and tear on voluntary termination may attract damages (see clause B if expert).
6.3 Risk. Risk in the Goods passes to the Hirer on delivery. Damage, loss or theft does not relieve the Hirer of the obligation to make all instalment payments (the insurance covers the loss).
6.2 Care. The Hirer shall keep the Goods in good condition, fair wear and tear excepted, and shall comply with any manufacturer's service / maintenance schedule. Excess wear and tear on voluntary termination may attract damages (see clause B if expert).
6.3 Risk. Risk in the Goods passes to the Hirer on delivery. Damage, loss or theft does not relieve the Hirer of the obligation to make all instalment payments (the insurance covers the loss).
7.
VOLUNTARY TERMINATION — CCA 1974 S.99 (THE 50% RULE)
(A) STATUTORY RIGHT — s.99. The Hirer has a statutory right under Consumer Credit Act 1974 s.99 to TERMINATE this Agreement at any time before the final payment falls due, by giving written notice to the Lender. The right cannot be excluded or restricted by contract.
(B) LIABILITY ON TERMINATION — s.100 (THE 50% RULE). Under CCA 1974 s.100, on voluntary termination the Hirer's liability is limited such that the total amount payable does NOT EXCEED ONE-HALF OF THE TOTAL HP PRICE. Calculation:
Total HP price (clause 2): £40,793.00
Half of total HP price (statutory cap): £20,396.50
On termination, the Hirer pays (amounts paid + amounts due) up to £20,396.50. Any excess over £20,396.50 that would otherwise have been payable is FORGIVEN.
(C) EFFECT ON GOODS. The Hirer must return the Goods to the Lender in REASONABLE CONDITION (fair wear and tear excepted). Excess wear and tear (damage beyond normal use) may give rise to a damages claim by the Lender, in addition to the 50% statutory liability. Bairstow Eves London Central v Smith [2004] EWHC 263 — Lender's burden to prove excess wear and tear and quantify damages.
(D) PRACTICAL EXAMPLE. If the Hirer has paid 40% of the total HP price (£16,317.20), on voluntary termination the Hirer pays a further 10% (£4,079.30) to reach the £20,396.50 cap, plus any excess-wear damages. If the Hirer has paid more than 50%, no further payment is due — the Hirer simply returns the Goods.
(E) NOTICE FORMAT. Written notice from the Hirer to the Lender (post / email) stating intention to terminate under CCA 1974 s.99 — no specific form required (notice can be informal). On receipt the Lender shall: (i) provide a calculation of any further sums due to reach the 50% cap; (ii) arrange collection / return of the Goods.
(F) CALCULATION WALKTHROUGH.
Total HP price = £40,793. Half of that = £20,396.50 (the statutory cap under CCA 1974 s.100). If Mr Foster has made 26 monthly instalments of £624.50 (total £16,237) plus the deposit of £3,500, that gives total paid £19,737 — within £660 of the 50% cap. To exercise voluntary termination he pays the additional £660 plus any excess wear and tear damages, then returns the vehicle. No further obligation to make instalments 27-60 (which would have been £21,233 at full term).
(G) NO LENDER CONTRACTING OUT. The Lender cannot legally refuse a valid s.99 termination notice, regardless of any contrary contractual provision. Any clause that purports to exclude or restrict the Hirer's s.99 right is unenforceable under CCA 1974 s.173.
VT narrative:
The Hirer is advised to give written notice (post or email) referencing this Agreement reference HP-2026-184729 and citing CCA 1974 s.99. Northbridge Motor Finance will calculate any additional sum due to reach the 50% cap and arrange collection of the vehicle. Excess wear and tear assessment to BVRLA Fair Wear and Tear Guidelines — the Lender bears the burden to prove excess wear (Bairstow Eves v Smith [2004] EWHC 263). The Hirer may keep all original V5C documentation pending the vehicle being collected; the V5C "keeper" entry already records the Hirer as registered keeper but the Lender remains the owner.
(B) LIABILITY ON TERMINATION — s.100 (THE 50% RULE). Under CCA 1974 s.100, on voluntary termination the Hirer's liability is limited such that the total amount payable does NOT EXCEED ONE-HALF OF THE TOTAL HP PRICE. Calculation:
Total HP price (clause 2): £40,793.00
Half of total HP price (statutory cap): £20,396.50
On termination, the Hirer pays (amounts paid + amounts due) up to £20,396.50. Any excess over £20,396.50 that would otherwise have been payable is FORGIVEN.
(C) EFFECT ON GOODS. The Hirer must return the Goods to the Lender in REASONABLE CONDITION (fair wear and tear excepted). Excess wear and tear (damage beyond normal use) may give rise to a damages claim by the Lender, in addition to the 50% statutory liability. Bairstow Eves London Central v Smith [2004] EWHC 263 — Lender's burden to prove excess wear and tear and quantify damages.
(D) PRACTICAL EXAMPLE. If the Hirer has paid 40% of the total HP price (£16,317.20), on voluntary termination the Hirer pays a further 10% (£4,079.30) to reach the £20,396.50 cap, plus any excess-wear damages. If the Hirer has paid more than 50%, no further payment is due — the Hirer simply returns the Goods.
(E) NOTICE FORMAT. Written notice from the Hirer to the Lender (post / email) stating intention to terminate under CCA 1974 s.99 — no specific form required (notice can be informal). On receipt the Lender shall: (i) provide a calculation of any further sums due to reach the 50% cap; (ii) arrange collection / return of the Goods.
(F) CALCULATION WALKTHROUGH.
Total HP price = £40,793. Half of that = £20,396.50 (the statutory cap under CCA 1974 s.100). If Mr Foster has made 26 monthly instalments of £624.50 (total £16,237) plus the deposit of £3,500, that gives total paid £19,737 — within £660 of the 50% cap. To exercise voluntary termination he pays the additional £660 plus any excess wear and tear damages, then returns the vehicle. No further obligation to make instalments 27-60 (which would have been £21,233 at full term).
(G) NO LENDER CONTRACTING OUT. The Lender cannot legally refuse a valid s.99 termination notice, regardless of any contrary contractual provision. Any clause that purports to exclude or restrict the Hirer's s.99 right is unenforceable under CCA 1974 s.173.
VT narrative:
The Hirer is advised to give written notice (post or email) referencing this Agreement reference HP-2026-184729 and citing CCA 1974 s.99. Northbridge Motor Finance will calculate any additional sum due to reach the 50% cap and arrange collection of the vehicle. Excess wear and tear assessment to BVRLA Fair Wear and Tear Guidelines — the Lender bears the burden to prove excess wear (Bairstow Eves v Smith [2004] EWHC 263). The Hirer may keep all original V5C documentation pending the vehicle being collected; the V5C "keeper" entry already records the Hirer as registered keeper but the Lender remains the owner.
8.
CONNECTED LENDER LIABILITY — CCA 1974 S.75
(A) THE PROVISION. CCA 1974 s.75 provides that, where there has been a debtor-creditor-supplier agreement (such as this hire purchase agreement, financing the acquisition of Goods from a Supplier under arrangements with the Lender), the Lender is JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY LIABLE with the Supplier in respect of any claim the Hirer has against the Supplier for misrepresentation or breach of contract.
(B) PRICE THRESHOLD. Section 75 applies where the CASH PRICE of the Goods is more than £100 and not more than £30,000. The cash price of the Goods (£34,995.00) is OUTSIDE the £100-£30,000 range — s.75 does NOT apply, but the Hirer may still have direct contractual claims against the Supplier.
(C) LANDMARK CASELAW — OFT v LLOYDS TSB. In Office of Fair Trading v Lloyds TSB plc [2007] UKHL 48, the House of Lords confirmed that s.75 applies to FOREIGN transactions financed by UK regulated credit — no territorial limit. The Supplier in this Agreement is UK-based; s.75 applies on the domestic basis (the OFT v Lloyds TSB ruling does not need to be invoked for cross-border scope).
(D) PRACTICAL EFFECT. If the Goods are defective (breach of CRA 2015 / SoGA 1979 implied terms) or the Supplier misrepresented a material fact, the Hirer may claim AGAINST EITHER the Supplier OR the Lender — at the Hirer's election. The Lender, having paid out, has a right of indemnity against the Supplier. This dual route is particularly valuable where the Supplier is insolvent, hard to trace or overseas.
(E) REMEDIES AVAILABLE THROUGH s.75. The Hirer can claim from the Lender:
(i) damages for breach of contract by the Supplier (consequential loss, repair cost);
(ii) damages for misrepresentation;
(iii) rescission of the supply contract — and, in principle, rescission of the linked HP agreement;
(iv) refund of payments made (where rescission granted).
(F) NOTIFICATION. The Hirer should notify both the Supplier and the Lender in writing of any claim. The Lender is obliged to investigate (FCA CONC 4 + DISP — Dispute Resolution rules).
s.75 narrative:
The cash price of £34,995 is ABOVE the £30,000 s.75 ceiling — so s.75 protection does not apply to this Agreement. Mr Foster retains direct contractual claims against Sandbridge Ford (Reading) Limited under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (where Sandbridge supplied the vehicle) and the manufacturer warranty (Ford UK). For HP agreements within the £100-£30,000 band, s.75 would have given Mr Foster a direct claim against Northbridge as joint creditor for any defect or misrepresentation by Sandbridge — protective for cases of supplier insolvency. Per OFT v Lloyds TSB [2007] UKHL 48 — s.75 applies cross-border for in-range transactions.
(B) PRICE THRESHOLD. Section 75 applies where the CASH PRICE of the Goods is more than £100 and not more than £30,000. The cash price of the Goods (£34,995.00) is OUTSIDE the £100-£30,000 range — s.75 does NOT apply, but the Hirer may still have direct contractual claims against the Supplier.
(C) LANDMARK CASELAW — OFT v LLOYDS TSB. In Office of Fair Trading v Lloyds TSB plc [2007] UKHL 48, the House of Lords confirmed that s.75 applies to FOREIGN transactions financed by UK regulated credit — no territorial limit. The Supplier in this Agreement is UK-based; s.75 applies on the domestic basis (the OFT v Lloyds TSB ruling does not need to be invoked for cross-border scope).
(D) PRACTICAL EFFECT. If the Goods are defective (breach of CRA 2015 / SoGA 1979 implied terms) or the Supplier misrepresented a material fact, the Hirer may claim AGAINST EITHER the Supplier OR the Lender — at the Hirer's election. The Lender, having paid out, has a right of indemnity against the Supplier. This dual route is particularly valuable where the Supplier is insolvent, hard to trace or overseas.
(E) REMEDIES AVAILABLE THROUGH s.75. The Hirer can claim from the Lender:
(i) damages for breach of contract by the Supplier (consequential loss, repair cost);
(ii) damages for misrepresentation;
(iii) rescission of the supply contract — and, in principle, rescission of the linked HP agreement;
(iv) refund of payments made (where rescission granted).
(F) NOTIFICATION. The Hirer should notify both the Supplier and the Lender in writing of any claim. The Lender is obliged to investigate (FCA CONC 4 + DISP — Dispute Resolution rules).
s.75 narrative:
The cash price of £34,995 is ABOVE the £30,000 s.75 ceiling — so s.75 protection does not apply to this Agreement. Mr Foster retains direct contractual claims against Sandbridge Ford (Reading) Limited under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (where Sandbridge supplied the vehicle) and the manufacturer warranty (Ford UK). For HP agreements within the £100-£30,000 band, s.75 would have given Mr Foster a direct claim against Northbridge as joint creditor for any defect or misrepresentation by Sandbridge — protective for cases of supplier insolvency. Per OFT v Lloyds TSB [2007] UKHL 48 — s.75 applies cross-border for in-range transactions.
9.
FORM, CONTENT, CANCELLATION AND UNENFORCEABILITY (CCA 1974 SS.61, 65, 66)
(A) FORM AND CONTENT — s.61 + PRESCRIBED REGULATIONS. CCA 1974 s.61 requires that a regulated agreement is in the PRESCRIBED FORM and contains all PRESCRIBED CONTENT. The prescribed regime is set by the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014 (implementing the EU Consumer Credit Directive 2008/48/EC; applies to agreements made on or after 1 February 2011).
(B) MANDATORY CONTENT. The prescribed content includes: (i) names and addresses of parties; (ii) description of the Goods; (iii) cash price; (iv) total amount payable; (v) total charge for credit; (vi) APR; (vii) number, amount and frequency of instalments; (viii) right of cancellation (if applicable); (ix) right of early settlement; (x) consequence of default; (xi) signature space with the prescribed wording.
(C) APR DISCLOSURE. The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is the single most important price figure — it must be calculated per the Consumer Credit (Total Charge for Credit) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1011 and prominently displayed. This Agreement's APR is 9.9%.
(D) UNENFORCEABILITY — s.65. Improper execution renders the agreement "not properly executed". Under CCA 1974 s.65, an improperly executed agreement is ENFORCEABLE AGAINST THE HIRER ONLY ON ORDER OF THE COURT. Categories of improper execution: agreement does not contain prescribed terms (s.61(1)(a)); not legible (s.61(1)(b)); not signed by both parties (s.61(1)(c)); copy not given (s.62-63). Wilson v First County Trust (No 2) [2003] UKHL 40 — confirmed s.65 ECHR compatibility.
(E) CANCELLATION RIGHTS — s.66 + s.66A. For off-premises and distance regulated agreements, the Hirer has the right to withdraw within 14 days under CCA 1974 s.66A (introduced by the 2010 reform). For older s.67 cancellation rights, the cooling-off period was 5 days from receipt of the second copy of the agreement.
(F) COPIES — ss.62-63. The Hirer is entitled to: (i) a copy on signature (s.62); (ii) where the Lender signs later, a further copy within 7 days of execution (s.63). Failure to provide copies triggers s.65 unenforceability.
(G) STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT — s.77. The Hirer may, on payment of a small fee, request a statement of account from the Lender at any time.
Form and content narrative:
This Agreement complies with the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014 prescribed form (post-EU Consumer Credit Directive 2008/48/EC, applicable to agreements made on or after 1 February 2011). Mandatory disclosures present: cash price £34,995; deposit £3,500; amount of credit £31,495; total charge for credit £6,298; total HP price £40,793; option fee £10; 60 monthly instalments of £624.50; APR 9.9% (calculated per the Consumer Credit (Total Charge for Credit) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1011); APR illustrative example included in pre-contract SECCI. Copy provided to Hirer at signature (CCA s.62). The Lender retains the original; the Hirerandapos;s copy is the "second copy" under s.63. Signed at the Lender's broker premises (on-premises) — no 14-day s.66A cancellation right; statutory voluntary termination (s.99) and early settlement (ss.94-95) preserved.
(B) MANDATORY CONTENT. The prescribed content includes: (i) names and addresses of parties; (ii) description of the Goods; (iii) cash price; (iv) total amount payable; (v) total charge for credit; (vi) APR; (vii) number, amount and frequency of instalments; (viii) right of cancellation (if applicable); (ix) right of early settlement; (x) consequence of default; (xi) signature space with the prescribed wording.
(C) APR DISCLOSURE. The Annual Percentage Rate (APR) is the single most important price figure — it must be calculated per the Consumer Credit (Total Charge for Credit) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1011 and prominently displayed. This Agreement's APR is 9.9%.
(D) UNENFORCEABILITY — s.65. Improper execution renders the agreement "not properly executed". Under CCA 1974 s.65, an improperly executed agreement is ENFORCEABLE AGAINST THE HIRER ONLY ON ORDER OF THE COURT. Categories of improper execution: agreement does not contain prescribed terms (s.61(1)(a)); not legible (s.61(1)(b)); not signed by both parties (s.61(1)(c)); copy not given (s.62-63). Wilson v First County Trust (No 2) [2003] UKHL 40 — confirmed s.65 ECHR compatibility.
(E) CANCELLATION RIGHTS — s.66 + s.66A. For off-premises and distance regulated agreements, the Hirer has the right to withdraw within 14 days under CCA 1974 s.66A (introduced by the 2010 reform). For older s.67 cancellation rights, the cooling-off period was 5 days from receipt of the second copy of the agreement.
(F) COPIES — ss.62-63. The Hirer is entitled to: (i) a copy on signature (s.62); (ii) where the Lender signs later, a further copy within 7 days of execution (s.63). Failure to provide copies triggers s.65 unenforceability.
(G) STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT — s.77. The Hirer may, on payment of a small fee, request a statement of account from the Lender at any time.
Form and content narrative:
This Agreement complies with the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014 prescribed form (post-EU Consumer Credit Directive 2008/48/EC, applicable to agreements made on or after 1 February 2011). Mandatory disclosures present: cash price £34,995; deposit £3,500; amount of credit £31,495; total charge for credit £6,298; total HP price £40,793; option fee £10; 60 monthly instalments of £624.50; APR 9.9% (calculated per the Consumer Credit (Total Charge for Credit) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1011); APR illustrative example included in pre-contract SECCI. Copy provided to Hirer at signature (CCA s.62). The Lender retains the original; the Hirerandapos;s copy is the "second copy" under s.63. Signed at the Lender's broker premises (on-premises) — no 14-day s.66A cancellation right; statutory voluntary termination (s.99) and early settlement (ss.94-95) preserved.
10.
FCA CONC + CONSUMER CREDIT REFORM 2024-2026
(A) FCA REGULATORY OVERSIGHT. Since 1 April 2014 the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has assumed the Office of Fair Trading's consumer credit regulation. All regulated lenders require FCA Consumer Credit Permission under Part 4A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. The Lender's FCA Firm Reference Number is 731928.
(B) FCA CONSUMER CREDIT SOURCEBOOK (CONC). The CONC Handbook sets out the conduct rules for consumer credit firms. Key chapters relevant to this Agreement:
CONC 4 — pre-contract requirements (assessment of creditworthiness; adequate explanations);
CONC 5 — responsible lending (Hirer's ability to repay without significant adverse impact);
CONC 6 — post-contract requirements;
CONC 7 — ARREARS, DEFAULT AND RECOVERY (notice of sums in arrears; reasonable forbearance; suspension of charges in certain circumstances);
CONC 8 — DEBT ADVICE (mandatory signposting to free debt advice in arrears correspondence — see (D) below).
(C) ARREARS MANAGEMENT. If the Hirer falls into arrears, the Lender shall: (i) send a Notice of Sums in Arrears under CCA 1974 s.86B/C within statutory timescales; (ii) follow FCA CONC 7 reasonable forbearance procedures; (iii) issue a Default Notice (CCA s.87-88) before terminating or repossessing; (iv) for protected goods (≥1/3 of total HP price paid), seek a Court Order for repossession (CCA s.90-91).
If Mr Foster falls 2 payments in arrears Northbridge will issue a Notice of Sums in Arrears (CCA s.86B) within 14 days and offer a 30-day forbearance window (extended payment plan, payment holiday, or interest freeze depending on Mr Foster's circumstances). If unresolved, a Default Notice (CCA s.87-88) requires 14 days for remediation before Northbridge can terminate or seek repossession. By month 26 of a 60-month agreement, Mr Foster has paid 41% of the total HP price (£16,737 of £40,793) — the vehicle is therefore PROTECTED GOODS (>= 1/3 paid) and Northbridge requires a COURT ORDER under CCA s.90-91 before any repossession, regardless of any contractual right.
(D) DEBT ADVICE SIGNPOSTING — CONC 8. If the Hirer is in arrears or expects to face difficulty, the Hirer is signposted to free, independent debt advice:
• National Debtline — 0808 808 4000 / nationaldebtline.org
• StepChange Debt Charity — 0800 138 1111 / stepchange.org
• Citizens Advice — 0800 144 8848 / citizensadvice.org.uk
• MoneyHelper — 0800 138 7777 / moneyhelper.org.uk
Mr Foster has been provided with the Standard Pre-Contract Credit Information (SECCI) document containing the mandatory debt advice signposting block referring to National Debtline, StepChange, Citizens Advice and MoneyHelper. In the event of arrears, every arrears notice from Northbridge will include CONC 8.2.1R compliant signposting and may include the FCA-mandated paragraph confirming the availability of free, independent debt advice.
(E) CONSUMER CREDIT REFORM 2024-2026. HM Treasury published a Consumer Credit Act Reform Consultation (December 2023) followed by further consultations in March and November 2024. The intention is to replace much of CCA 1974 with FCA Handbook rules, modernising the statutory regime and reducing the technical compliance burden while preserving consumer protections. Phased implementation 2025-2027. Key features of the proposed reform:
(i) replacement of CCA 1974 prescribed-form-and-content rules with FCA Handbook conduct rules;
(ii) preservation of voluntary termination (50% rule) and s.75 connected lender liability (substantive consumer rights);
(iii) FCA-rule-based unenforceability framework (replacing s.65);
(iv) hire purchase identified as a priority product for early reform alongside personal loans, credit cards and BNPL.
(F) COMPLAINTS AND OMBUDSMAN. If the Hirer wishes to complain, the Hirer may write to the Lender's Complaints Officer. If unresolved within 8 weeks, the Hirer may refer the complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) — Exchange Tower, London E14 9SR; 0800 023 4567; financial-ombudsman.org.uk. The FOS is free for the Hirer.
FCA CONC narrative:
Northbridge Motor Finance (FCA FRN 731928) holds Full Consumer Credit Permission. Pre-contract creditworthiness assessment completed per CONC 5: income (Mr Foster's £52,000 PAYE earnings verified by 3 months payslips + Halifax current account screen); existing credit commitments (£420/mo mortgage + £80/mo credit card minimum); expenditure (£1,200/mo essential including childcare); affordability score 86% (instalment / disposable income ratio 28% — within prudent lending threshold). 2024-2026 reform monitoring: Northbridge is updating its CCA template library to track HM Treasury phased implementation of the FCA-rule replacement framework for CCA prescribed form/content rules. Substantive consumer rights (50% VT, s.75 connected lender, default notice protections) are confirmed to be preserved in the new framework.
(B) FCA CONSUMER CREDIT SOURCEBOOK (CONC). The CONC Handbook sets out the conduct rules for consumer credit firms. Key chapters relevant to this Agreement:
CONC 4 — pre-contract requirements (assessment of creditworthiness; adequate explanations);
CONC 5 — responsible lending (Hirer's ability to repay without significant adverse impact);
CONC 6 — post-contract requirements;
CONC 7 — ARREARS, DEFAULT AND RECOVERY (notice of sums in arrears; reasonable forbearance; suspension of charges in certain circumstances);
CONC 8 — DEBT ADVICE (mandatory signposting to free debt advice in arrears correspondence — see (D) below).
(C) ARREARS MANAGEMENT. If the Hirer falls into arrears, the Lender shall: (i) send a Notice of Sums in Arrears under CCA 1974 s.86B/C within statutory timescales; (ii) follow FCA CONC 7 reasonable forbearance procedures; (iii) issue a Default Notice (CCA s.87-88) before terminating or repossessing; (iv) for protected goods (≥1/3 of total HP price paid), seek a Court Order for repossession (CCA s.90-91).
If Mr Foster falls 2 payments in arrears Northbridge will issue a Notice of Sums in Arrears (CCA s.86B) within 14 days and offer a 30-day forbearance window (extended payment plan, payment holiday, or interest freeze depending on Mr Foster's circumstances). If unresolved, a Default Notice (CCA s.87-88) requires 14 days for remediation before Northbridge can terminate or seek repossession. By month 26 of a 60-month agreement, Mr Foster has paid 41% of the total HP price (£16,737 of £40,793) — the vehicle is therefore PROTECTED GOODS (>= 1/3 paid) and Northbridge requires a COURT ORDER under CCA s.90-91 before any repossession, regardless of any contractual right.
(D) DEBT ADVICE SIGNPOSTING — CONC 8. If the Hirer is in arrears or expects to face difficulty, the Hirer is signposted to free, independent debt advice:
• National Debtline — 0808 808 4000 / nationaldebtline.org
• StepChange Debt Charity — 0800 138 1111 / stepchange.org
• Citizens Advice — 0800 144 8848 / citizensadvice.org.uk
• MoneyHelper — 0800 138 7777 / moneyhelper.org.uk
Mr Foster has been provided with the Standard Pre-Contract Credit Information (SECCI) document containing the mandatory debt advice signposting block referring to National Debtline, StepChange, Citizens Advice and MoneyHelper. In the event of arrears, every arrears notice from Northbridge will include CONC 8.2.1R compliant signposting and may include the FCA-mandated paragraph confirming the availability of free, independent debt advice.
(E) CONSUMER CREDIT REFORM 2024-2026. HM Treasury published a Consumer Credit Act Reform Consultation (December 2023) followed by further consultations in March and November 2024. The intention is to replace much of CCA 1974 with FCA Handbook rules, modernising the statutory regime and reducing the technical compliance burden while preserving consumer protections. Phased implementation 2025-2027. Key features of the proposed reform:
(i) replacement of CCA 1974 prescribed-form-and-content rules with FCA Handbook conduct rules;
(ii) preservation of voluntary termination (50% rule) and s.75 connected lender liability (substantive consumer rights);
(iii) FCA-rule-based unenforceability framework (replacing s.65);
(iv) hire purchase identified as a priority product for early reform alongside personal loans, credit cards and BNPL.
(F) COMPLAINTS AND OMBUDSMAN. If the Hirer wishes to complain, the Hirer may write to the Lender's Complaints Officer. If unresolved within 8 weeks, the Hirer may refer the complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) — Exchange Tower, London E14 9SR; 0800 023 4567; financial-ombudsman.org.uk. The FOS is free for the Hirer.
FCA CONC narrative:
Northbridge Motor Finance (FCA FRN 731928) holds Full Consumer Credit Permission. Pre-contract creditworthiness assessment completed per CONC 5: income (Mr Foster's £52,000 PAYE earnings verified by 3 months payslips + Halifax current account screen); existing credit commitments (£420/mo mortgage + £80/mo credit card minimum); expenditure (£1,200/mo essential including childcare); affordability score 86% (instalment / disposable income ratio 28% — within prudent lending threshold). 2024-2026 reform monitoring: Northbridge is updating its CCA template library to track HM Treasury phased implementation of the FCA-rule replacement framework for CCA prescribed form/content rules. Substantive consumer rights (50% VT, s.75 connected lender, default notice protections) are confirmed to be preserved in the new framework.
11.
GENERAL
(a) Statutory rights preserved: nothing in this Agreement excludes, restricts or modifies the Hirer's statutory rights under the Consumer Credit Act 1974, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 or any other applicable consumer-protection statute.
(b) Notices: all notices to the Lender shall be in writing to the Lender's registered office. All notices to the Hirer shall be sent to the Hirer's last known address.
(c) Variation: no variation is effective unless in writing, signed by both parties and (where required) communicated by way of statutory modifying agreement under CCA 1974 s.82.
(d) Governing law and jurisdiction: this Agreement is governed by the law of England and Wales; the parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales. The Hirer may bring proceedings in the Hirer's local County Court.
(b) Notices: all notices to the Lender shall be in writing to the Lender's registered office. All notices to the Hirer shall be sent to the Hirer's last known address.
(c) Variation: no variation is effective unless in writing, signed by both parties and (where required) communicated by way of statutory modifying agreement under CCA 1974 s.82.
(d) Governing law and jurisdiction: this Agreement is governed by the law of England and Wales; the parties submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales. The Hirer may bring proceedings in the Hirer's local County Court.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date indicated.
LENDER
Northbridge Motor Finance Limited
Authorised Signatory (FCA Authorised Lender)
Date: ____________________
HIRER
David Andrew Foster
Hirer (Consumer)
Date: ____________________
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What Is a UK Hire Purchase Agreement?
Hire Purchase ("HP") is a UK form of credit-financed purchase where the Lender retains title to the goods throughout the term, while the Hirer takes possession and uses the goods, paying agreed instalments. At the end of the term, the Hirer pays a nominal Option to Purchase fee (typically £1-£300) and title passes to the Hirer. The UK structure distinguishes HP from a personal loan (where title passes immediately) and from conditional sale (where title passes automatically at the end without a separate option). Around 3 million UK HP agreements are written each year, predominantly for car finance.
UK Hire purchase agreements are regulated by the Consumer Credit Act 1974 ("CCA 1974") — the primary statute governing consumer credit in Britain. CCA 1974 imposes form and content requirements (s.61); voluntary termination at 50% of total HP price (s.99-100 — the "half rule"); connected lender liability for breach of contract / misrepresentation by the supplier (s.75 — for cash prices £100-£30,000); default notice protection (s.87-88); protected goods status (s.90-91 — court order needed once 1/3 paid); and early settlement rebate (ss.94-95). Since 1 April 2014 the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has assumed the OFT's consumer credit regulation role.
The current UK regulatory regime is being modernised under HM Treasury's Consumer Credit Reform 2024-2026. The intention is to replace much of CCA 1974's prescribed-form-and-content rules with FCA Handbook conduct rules — modernising the technical regime while preserving substantive consumer rights (50% voluntary termination; s.75 connected lender liability; default notice protections). Phased implementation runs 2025-2027 with hire purchase identified as a priority product for early reform alongside personal loans, credit cards and BNPL. Our British template anticipates the reform direction while remaining fully CCA 1974 / Reg 2010 compliant.
What's Covered in This UK HP Template
Our UK Hire Purchase Agreement covers every operative provision plus optional Expert clauses for the 50% rule voluntary termination, s.75 connected lender liability, prescribed form and content, and FCA CONC conduct standards.
FCA-Authorised Lender Details
Lender registered name, FCA Firm Reference Number (FRN), authorisation type (full vs limited UK Consumer Credit Permission under Part 4A FSMA 2000).
Hirer Identification
UK consumer or business Hirer; contact details; optional Guarantor (CCA 1974 s.105). Whether hirer is acquiring goods as a consumer (drives CRA 2015 backstop).
Goods Description & Serial
Description, serial number / VIN / IMEI, Supplier identification — the basis for description warranty (CRA 2015 s.11 / SoGA 1979 s.13) in the United Kingdom.
Financial Particulars (s.61)
Cash price, deposit, amount of credit, total charge for credit, Option fee, total HP price, APR, instalment count / amount / frequency — UK CCA 1974 s.61 prescribed disclosures.
Voluntary Termination (s.99) — 50% Rule
UK statutory right to terminate at any time; liability capped at half the total HP price; excess forgiven; goods returned in reasonable condition. The Hirer's key escape route.
s.75 Connected Lender Liability
Joint and several liability of UK Lender with Supplier for breach / misrepresentation — cash prices £100-£30,000. OFT v Lloyds TSB [2007] UKHL 48 cross-border House of Lords landmark.
Form, Content & Cancellation
Reg 2010 SI 2010/1014 prescribed UK content; APR disclosure; 14-day s.66A withdrawal for off-premises agreements; s.65 unenforceability without court order for non-compliant agreements.
Default Notice + Protected Goods
UK CCA 1974 s.87-88 default notice (14 days remediation); s.90-91 protected goods status once 1/3 paid (court order required for repossession). Bairstow Eves v Smith [2004] EWHC 263 caselaw.
FCA CONC 4-8 Conduct Standards
British CONC 4 pre-contract; CONC 5 responsible lending; CONC 7 arrears handling; CONC 8 debt advice signposting (National Debtline / StepChange / Citizens Advice / MoneyHelper).
2024-2026 Reform Awareness
HM Treasury UK Consumer Credit Reform — CCA 1974 replacement by FCA Handbook rules; substantive consumer rights (VT, s.75, default protections) preserved.
How to Create a UK Hire Purchase Agreement
Follow these steps to draft a UK Hire Purchase Agreement that complies with the Consumer Credit Act 1974, the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014, and the FCA Consumer Credit Sourcebook (CONC).
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Verify Lender FCA Authorisation
Check that the UK Lender holds Consumer Credit Permission from the FCA under Part 4A of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. The Firm Reference Number must appear on the agreement. Verify on the FCA register at register.fca.org.uk.
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Conduct Creditworthiness Assessment (CONC 5)
Per UK FCA CONC 5 responsible lending rules, the Lender must assess the Hirer's creditworthiness — income verification (payslips / bank statements); existing credit commitments; expenditure pattern; affordability under the proposed instalment schedule. Document the assessment.
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Provide Pre-Contract Information (CONC 4)
Issue the Standard European Consumer Credit Information (SECCI) document setting out cash price, total HP price, APR, instalments, fees, default consequences and the 14-day right of withdrawal (where applicable). Buyer should have time to consider before signing in the United Kingdom.
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Use the Prescribed Form (Reg 2010)
For agreements made on or after 1 February 2011, use the Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014 prescribed form (implementing the EU Consumer Credit Directive 2008/48/EC). Pre-2011 UK agreements may still use the 1983 Regs prescribed form. The prescribed content includes the mandatory voluntary termination notice, the cancellation rights notice (if off-premises) and the signature box wording.
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Get the Hirer's Signature + Provide Copy
The Hirer signs first; the Lender countersigns. Provide a signed copy to the Hirer immediately (CCA s.62). Where the Lender countersigns later, provide a further copy within 7 days (CCA s.63). Failure to provide copies triggers UK s.65 unenforceability — agreement enforceable only by court order.
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Set Up Direct Debit + Document Default Process
Set up Direct Debit collection under the UK Direct Debit Guarantee. Document the arrears management procedure: Notice of Sums in Arrears (CCA s.86B/C within 14 days of 2 missed payments); FCA CONC 7 reasonable forbearance; Default Notice (CCA s.87-88) before any termination or repossession; protected goods status at 1/3 paid.
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Legal Considerations
UK hire purchase agreements are tightly regulated by CCA 1974, the Reg 2010 prescribed form, the FCA CONC sourcebook and the HM Treasury 2024-2026 reform roadmap. Compliance matters — non-compliant agreements are unenforceable without court order.
This template is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. UK hire purchase is a regulated activity — only FCA-authorised firms may lawfully enter HP agreements as lender. For high-value HP (over £50,000), commercial fleet finance, or complex Supplier / Lender / Hirer arrangements, consult a specialist UK consumer credit solicitor.
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CCA 1974 + Reg 2010 Prescribed Form
The Consumer Credit Act 1974 s.61 requires that regulated UK agreements be in the prescribed form and contain prescribed content. The Consumer Credit (Agreements) Regulations 2010 SI 2010/1014 implement the EU Consumer Credit Directive 2008/48/EC and apply to agreements made on or after 1 February 2011 (the 1983 Regs SI 1983/1553 still apply for older agreements and certain non-CCD-scope products). Mandatory disclosures: cash price; deposit; amount of credit; total charge for credit; total amount payable; APR; number / amount / frequency of instalments; cancellation rights (if applicable); early settlement rights; default consequences; FCA Firm Reference Number; complaints / Ombudsman route.
CCA s.65 Unenforceability
Under CCA 1974 s.65, an improperly executed UK agreement is "not properly executed" and ENFORCEABLE AGAINST THE HIRER ONLY ON ORDER OF THE COURT. Categories of improper execution: agreement does not contain prescribed terms (s.61(1)(a)); not legible (s.61(1)(b)); not signed by both parties (s.61(1)(c)); copy not given (s.62-63 — copy on signature, copy within 7 days if Lender countersigns later). Wilson v First County Trust (No 2) [2003] UKHL 40 confirmed UK s.65 compatibility with ECHR Article 6 + Article 1 Protocol 1.
CCA s.99-100 Voluntary Termination — The 50% Rule
Section 99 of the UK CCA 1974 gives the Hirer a statutory right to terminate the agreement at any time before the final payment falls due, by written notice. Section 100 limits the Hirer's liability on termination such that the total amount payable does NOT EXCEED ONE-HALF OF THE TOTAL HP PRICE. Calculation: cash price + total charge for credit + option fee = total HP price; half of that = the statutory cap. Where the Hirer has paid (or is due to pay) more than 50%, no further liability. Goods returned in reasonable condition (fair wear and tear excepted) — excess wear damages may attract a separate claim. Bairstow Eves London Central v Smith [2004] EWHC 263 — Lender bears the burden to prove excess wear and tear. The right cannot be excluded by contract (CCA s.173).
CCA s.75 Connected Lender Liability
Section 75 of the UK CCA 1974 makes the Lender JOINTLY AND SEVERALLY LIABLE with the Supplier for any claim the Hirer has against the Supplier for misrepresentation or breach of contract, where (i) the agreement is a debtor-creditor-supplier agreement (a regulated HP funded purchase from a Supplier identified by the Lender); and (ii) the CASH PRICE of the goods is more than £100 and not more than £30,000. Office of Fair Trading v Lloyds TSB plc [2007] UKHL 48 — landmark House of Lords case confirming that UK s.75 applies to FOREIGN transactions financed by UK regulated credit; no territorial limit. Practical effect: dual recovery route for the Hirer — claim against Supplier or Lender, at the Hirer's election. Particularly valuable where the Supplier is insolvent, hard to trace or overseas.
s.66A 14-Day Withdrawal + Cancellation
For UK off-premises and distance regulated credit agreements (signed away from the Lender's business premises, e.g. at the consumer's home, or by post / online), the Hirer has a 14-day right to WITHDRAW under CCA 1974 s.66A — without giving any reason. To exercise: notice (orally or in writing) to the Lender within 14 days of signature. On withdrawal, the Hirer must repay the credit drawn down within 30 days plus accrued interest. For on-premises agreements, the s.66A right does not apply, but the s.99 voluntary termination and ss.94-95 early settlement rights remain.
CCA s.87-88 Default Notice + s.90-91 Protected Goods
Before terminating, demanding earlier payment, recovering possession of the goods, or treating any right of the Hirer as terminated, the UK Lender must serve a DEFAULT NOTICE under CCA s.87-88. The notice must specify the breach, the action required to remedy, and a date by which remedy must be completed (not less than 14 days). Under CCA s.90, where the Hirer has paid at least ONE-THIRD of the total HP price, the goods become PROTECTED GOODS — the Lender may NOT recover possession without a court order, regardless of any contractual right. Re-possession in breach of s.90 entitles the Hirer to recover all sums paid (s.91 — protected goods recovery damages).
FCA CONC Conduct Sourcebook
Since 1 April 2014 the UK FCA has regulated consumer credit. The Consumer Credit Sourcebook (CONC) governs conduct. Key chapters: CONC 4 — pre-contract requirements (creditworthiness assessment; adequate explanations); CONC 5 — responsible lending (Hirer's ability to repay without significant adverse impact; affordability); CONC 6 — post-contract requirements (statements; notifications); CONC 7 — ARREARS, DEFAULT AND RECOVERY (Notice of Sums in Arrears; reasonable forbearance; suspension of certain charges); CONC 8 — DEBT ADVICE (mandatory signposting to free debt advice — National Debtline, StepChange, Citizens Advice, MoneyHelper); CONC 13 — guarantor lending.
HM Treasury Consumer Credit Reform 2024-2026
HM Treasury launched the UK Consumer Credit Act Reform programme in December 2023, with further consultations in March 2024 and November 2024. The intention is to replace much of CCA 1974 with FCA Handbook rules — modernising the prescribed-form-and-content rules while preserving substantive consumer rights. Phased implementation 2025-2027. Hire purchase is identified as one of four priority products (alongside personal loans, credit cards and BNPL). Key features of the reform: FCA-rule-based unenforceability framework (replacing s.65); preservation of voluntary termination, s.75 connected lender liability and default notice protections; simplified information requirements; criminal sanctions framework retained.
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