What we do
The UK Cards Association is the card payments industry voice on a wide range of topics, acting as the card industry's representative within Europe. We advance industry best practices; contribute to the development of legislative and regulatory frameworks; and safeguard the integrity of card payments by tackling card fraud, developing industry standards and coordinating other industry-wide initiatives.
Preventing Card Fraud
How The UK Cards Association continues to co-ordinate a range of activities to tackle card fraud.
Progressing Public Affairs and Enhance the Industry’s Reputation
How we work with regulators and legislators and act as the voice of the industry.
Safeguarding the Integrity of Card Payments
Our technical services; our approval and accreditation processes; and how we develop and promote world-class standards.
Driving Innovation and New Industry Initiatives
How we have coordinated major cross-industry projects and sought to drive the introduction of new technology.
Our Policy on Charitable Donations
Our sponsorship of the Internet Watch Foundation and the credit card industry's support for charities.
