ASSOCIATED NEWSPAPERS LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 00084121
- Registered Address
- Northcliffe House, 2 Derry Street, London, W8 5TT
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 1,924
- Turnover
- £616,535,000
- EBITDA
- £35,725,000
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 1 April 1905
- Nature of Business
- 58130 - Publishing of newspapers
- Industries
- Creative,Media And Publishing,Professional Services
- Region
- London
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| Reporting Period | Filing Date | Average Time to Pay (days) | Paid within 30 days | Paid 31-60 days | Paid after 60 days | Not Paid within Terms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Apr 2025 - 28 Sept 2025 | 30 Oct 2025 | 26 | 88% | 10% | 2% | 22% |
| 01 Oct 2023 - 31 Mar 2024 | 29 Apr 2024 | 24 | 90% | 8% | 2% | 20% |
| 03 Apr 2023 - 01 Oct 2023 | 31 Oct 2023 | 25 | 88% | 9% | 3% | 22% |
| 28 Mar 2022 - 02 Oct 2022 | 01 Nov 2022 | 26 | 89% | 9% | 2% | 22% |
| 29 Mar 2021 - 26 Sept 2021 | 29 Oct 2021 | 25 | 90% | 7% | 3% | 19% |
| 28 Sept 2020 - 28 Mar 2021 | 06 May 2021 | 25 | 90% | 8% | 2% | 19% |
| 01 Apr 2019 - 29 Sept 2019 | 29 Oct 2019 | 25 | 92% | 6% | 2% | 17% |
| 02 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 2018 | 29 Oct 2018 | 23 | 92% | 7% | 1% | 17% |
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
Associated Newspapers standard terms are that invoices fall due at the end of the following month from receipt of invoice. There are a significant number of variations to these standard terms which reduce the payment period to less than 30 days.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
NA
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
61
Dispute Resolution Process
If at any time any question, dispute or difference arises between Associated Newspapers Limited and its supplier or distributor, parties are obliged to escalate the dispute to senior representatives of the respective businesses who shall use their reasonable endeavours to resolve the dispute in good faith. There is a dedicated shared service centre in Leicester with a specialist purchase to pay team that deals with payment disputes that arise. The escalation point for Associated Newspapers Limited would be the Payables and Credit manager.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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
Associated Newspapers Limited is a British media company that owns and publishes several daily newspapers, including the Daily Mail, Mail on Sunday, and Metro. The company also operates various digital platforms and radio stations.
Sustainability is a key focus for Associated Newspapers Limited, and the company has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. This includes a waste management program, which aims to reduce paper waste and increase recycling. The company also uses eco-friendly printing processes and works with suppliers to ensure sustainable sourcing of materials.
In terms of products and services, Associated Newspapers Limited offers a wide range of news and entertainment content through its newspapers, websites, and radio stations. The company also provides advertising and marketing solutions for businesses through its advertising agency, Mail Metro Media.
The key people at Associated Newspapers Limited include Chairman and Editor-in-Chief, Paul Dacre, and Chief Executive Officer, Lord Rothermere. The company is headquartered in London and can be contacted through its website, www.associatednewspapers.com, or its registered office address, Northcliffe House, 2 Derry Street, London, W8 5TT.
In summary, Associated Newspapers Limited is a leading media company in the UK with a strong focus on sustainability. Through its newspapers, digital platforms, and advertising solutions, the company continues to provide quality content and services to its readers and clients.
