GUIDE DOGS FOR THE BLIND ASSOCIATION(THE)
Company Information
- Company Number
- 00291646
- Registered Address
- Hillfields, Reading Road Burghfield Common, Reading, RG7 3YG
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 1,590
- Turnover
- £142,000,000
- EBITDA
- £17,200,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://guidedogs.org.uk
- Company Type
- Private company limited by guarantee without share capital
- Incorporated On
- 30 August 1934
- Nature of Business
- 96090 - Other service activities not elsewhere classified
- Industries
- Coming Soon
- Region
- South East
Time to Pay
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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 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 29 Jul 2025 | 29 | 79% | 20% | 1% | 6% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 22 Jan 2025 | 21 | 97% | 3% | 0% | 6% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 30 Jul 2024 | 26 | 95% | 4% | 1% | 8% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 01 Aug 2022 | 26 | 97% | 3% | 0% | 12% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 31 Jan 2022 | 17 | 99% | 1% | 0% | 7% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 28 Jul 2021 | 17 | 100% | 0% | 0% | 9% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 29 Jan 2021 | 17 | 98% | 2% | 0% | 9% |
| 01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 29 Jul 2020 | 17 | 96% | 4% | 0% | 16% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 27 Jan 2020 | 16 | 97% | 3% | 0% | 9% |
| 01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 2018 | 23 Jul 2018 | 40 | 65% | 23% | 12% | 98% |
| 01 Jul 2017 - 31 Dec 2017 | 19 Jan 2018 | 40 | 65% | 22% | 13% | 97% |
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Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
Payments are made by BACS once a week and cheques every 6 months (due to cost)
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
60
Dispute Resolution Process
Any disputes are investigated and reconciled on a monthly basis, any outstanding items are checked and a decision is made on what action to take.
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?
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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
The Guide Dogs for the Blind Association (known as Guide Dogs) is a UK-based charity that provides and trains guide dogs to assist people who are blind or partially sighted. Founded in 1931, the organization has grown to become one of the world's largest guide dog organizations, with over 5,000 guide dog partnerships currently in the UK.
The primary focus of Guide Dogs is to provide guide dogs to those in need, enabling them to live more independent lives. The organization also offers a range of other services, including mobility training, advice and support, and campaigning for the rights of blind and partially sighted people.
In addition to their core services, Guide Dogs also has a strong sustainability program in place. They have recently implemented a sustainability strategy, which includes reducing their carbon footprint, increasing recycling efforts, and promoting sustainable practices within the organization. They also strive to use sustainable materials in their products, such as harnesses and collars for their guide dogs.
Key people within the organization include the CEO, Steve Vaid, and the Chair of the Board of Trustees, Fiona Sandford. The organization also has a team of experienced staff, volunteers, and guide dog trainers who work tirelessly to provide their services and support to those in need.
For more information on Guide Dogs and their services, you can visit their website at www.guidedogs.org.uk. Their registered office address is Hillfields, Burghfield Common, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 3YG. You can also contact them by phone at 0345 143 0225 or by email at guidedogs@guidedogs.org.uk.
