your rights to cancel when buying at home

(for all nations)

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The Cancellation of Contracts made in a Consumer's Home or Place of Work etc Regulations 2008 give you the right to cancel most types of agreements over £35 that have been signed in your home.

Where the regulations apply, you have a minimum of seven calendar days after you sign an agreement when you are able to cancel without any penalty. You should always receive a copy of your cancellation rights in writing.