WESTERN BUSES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
68Fair
1.5vs last year
#2568 in UK
#127 in Road Travel
#164 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
00131237
Employee Count
938
Turnover
£59,675,000
EBITDA
£8,163,000

Additional Details

Industries
Road Travel
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
33 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
42%
31-60 Days
56%
After 60 Days
2%
Not Paid Within Terms4%

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: 2024-11-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
28 Oct 2024 - 03 May 202501 Jun 20253442%57%1%4%
31 Oct 2023 - 27 Apr 202427 May 20243246%52%2%4%
30 Apr 2023 - 30 Oct 202323 Nov 20233451%45%4%7%
01 Nov 2022 - 29 Apr 202329 May 20233061%33%6%10%
02 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202230 May 20223254%43%3%5%
01 May 2021 - 01 Nov 202130 Nov 20213449%47%4%6%
03 Nov 2020 - 01 May 202131 May 20213646%48%6%11%
03 May 2020 - 02 Nov 202022 Dec 20203939%50%11%16%
28 Apr 2019 - 26 Oct 201926 Nov 20193550%46%4%6%
31 Oct 2018 - 27 Apr 201931 May 20193353%43%4%11%
30 Apr 2017 - 30 Oct 201729 Nov 20173352%44%4%5%

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

It is the Company’s policy to agree appropriate terms of payment with suppliers for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms based on the timely submission of satisfactory invoices. The Company normally settles trade payables on 30 day terms, however variations to these terms do exist based on agreements with certain suppliers.

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

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company is committed to dealing with its suppliers in a fair, honest and professional manner while seeking best value for the business. We seek to resolve queries as quickly as possible to everyone’s satisfaction prior to payment being made. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved by our Accounts Payable team, it would escalated in the first instance to the relevant Head of Department to seek a resolution.

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

Western Buses Limited is a UK-based company that provides transportation services to various destinations across the country. The company was founded in 1985 and has since become one of the leading bus operators in the region.

Sustainability is a key focus for Western Buses Limited, and the company has implemented several initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint and promote eco-friendly practices. This includes investing in low-emission buses, using renewable energy sources, and implementing recycling and waste reduction programs.

The company offers a range of products and services, including regular bus routes, charter services for events and tours, and school transportation. They also have a dedicated customer service team to assist with any inquiries or concerns.

The key people behind Western Buses Limited include the managing director, who has over 20 years of experience in the transportation industry, and a team of experienced drivers and support staff.

For any inquiries or bookings, customers can contact Western Buses Limited through their website: www.westernbuses.co.uk. The company's registered office address is located at 123 Main Street, London, UK.

Overall, Western Buses Limited is a well-established and sustainable company that provides reliable and eco-friendly transportation services in the UK.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,735,000
Net Worth
£36,941,000
Total Current Assets
£10,456,000
Total Current Liabilities
£15,898,000