FIRST WEST OF ENGLAND LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
58Fair
1.0vs last year
#3166 in UK
#206 in Travel And Transportation
#159 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
00025088
Registered Address
Enterprise House, Easton Road, Bristol, BS5 0DZ
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,363
Turnover
£109,728,000
EBITDA
£16,171,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
1 October 1887
Nature of Business
49319 - Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)
Industries
Travel And Transportation
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
45 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
31%
31-60 Days
52%
After 60 Days
17%
Not Paid Within Terms3%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-04-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
30 Mar 2025 - 29 Sept 202522 Oct 20254631%54%15%3%
30 Sept 2024 - 29 Mar 202525 Apr 20254531%52%17%3%
26 Sept 2023 - 30 Mar 202415 Apr 20244729%52%19%5%
26 Mar 2023 - 25 Sept 202312 Oct 20234729%48%23%6%
27 Mar 2022 - 26 Sept 202219 Oct 20225023%54%23%6%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202127 Oct 20215124%47%29%3%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202115 Apr 20215124%45%31%2%
31 Mar 2019 - 30 Sept 201928 Oct 20195424%37%39%4%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201829 Oct 20186214%37%49%47%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

The Company’s standard payment terms are 60 days from date of valid invoice. It is the Group’s policy to agree appropriate payment terms for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms on the submission of a valid invoice. The Company regularly agrees variations to the standard terms with individual suppliers depending on the nature of the goods/services and other circumstances.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

90

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company is committed to dealing with suppliers in a fair, consistent and transparent manner. We seek to resolve any invoice queries as quickly as possible between the Accounts Payable team and the relevant supplier. If a dispute cannot be resolved it is escalated to the relevant Head of Department and Procurement.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

FIRST WEST OF ENGLAND LIMITED is a transportation company based in the West of England region. They provide bus and rail services to millions of passengers each year, covering areas such as Bristol, Bath, and North Somerset.

As part of their commitment to sustainability, FIRST WEST OF ENGLAND LIMITED has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. This includes investing in low emission vehicles, promoting the use of public transport to reduce carbon emissions, and implementing recycling programs at their offices and depots.

Their range of products and services includes bus and train tickets, travel passes, and mobile ticketing options for convenient and eco-friendly travel. They also offer a variety of discounted fares for students, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.

The key people at FIRST WEST OF ENGLAND LIMITED include Managing Director James Freeman and Chairman Martin Griffiths, who both have extensive experience in the transportation industry.

To contact FIRST WEST OF ENGLAND LIMITED, individuals can visit their website at www.firstgroup.com/west-of-england or call their customer service line at 0345 646 0707. Their registered office address is at 395 King Street, Aberdeen, AB24 5RP. Overall, FIRST WEST OF ENGLAND LIMITED is dedicated to providing sustainable transportation options and ensuring a positive impact on the environment.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£750,000
Net Worth
£11,135,000
Total Current Assets
£19,612,000
Total Current Liabilities
£54,066,000

Company Location