All you need to know about Consumer Credit Act reform
The Labour government has committed to reform of the Consumer Credit Act 1974 (CCA). Reform will look to modernise regulation governing the UK's £200bn non-mortgage consumer lending market.
On 19 May 2025 HM Treasury (HMT) published its Phase 1 consultation confirming its vision for a reformed regime and proposals to repeal many of the remaining CCA provisions and much of the associated secondary legislation, starting with information requirements, sanctions and criminal offences. These changes are likely to have significant impact on firms’ infrastructure for consumer credit lending, with proposals for further changes coming our way from HMT as part of its Phase 2 consultation in early 2026.
Consumer Credit Act reform timeline
Key areas for reform
Client Guide

CCA Reform HMT Phase 1 Consultation - Client Guide
We have created a helpful guide to navigate our clients through the consultation. This also provides information and viewpoints that firms may want to consider in any response to the Consultation Paper.
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Relevant Publications
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February 2016: FCA Call for Input on review of CCA retained provisions
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2 August 2018: FCA interim report on its review
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25 March 2019: FCA final report on its review
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February 2021: Woolard review into unsecured credit market
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16 June 2022: HMT announces plans for CCA reform
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9 December 2022: HMT initial consultation on CCA reform
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11 July 2023: HMT response to its initial consultation
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19 May 2025: HMT Phase 1 consultation on CCA reform