WESTERN PROVIDENT ASSOCIATION LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
88Good
0.2vs last year
#1031 in UK
#185 in Financial Services
#50 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
00475557
Registered Address
Rivergate House, Blackbrook Park, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2PE
Status
Active
Employee Count
328
Turnover
£130,894,000
EBITDA
-£17,225,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private company limited by guarantee without share capital
Incorporated On
1 December 1949
Nature of Business
65120 - Non-life insurance
Industries
Financial Services
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
20 days
Shortest Period:28 days
Longest Period:59 days
Max Contractual:92 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
87%
31-60 Days
8%
After 60 Days
5%
Not Paid Within Terms19%

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: 2025-01-30
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 202530 Jul 20251985%11%4%18%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202430 Jan 20252087%8%5%19%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202430 Jul 20242186%9%5%19%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202229 Jul 20222083%12%5%24%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202130 Jan 20221790%7%3%16%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202129 Jul 20211891%5%4%13%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201905 Feb 20201791%7%3%14%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201924 Jul 20191892%5%3%13%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201822 Jan 20191989%7%4%15%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201826 Jul 20181989%7%4%16%

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

Within 28 days after the end of the month in which the Seller renders to WPA a valid invoice.

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

92

Dispute Resolution Process

The supplier should raise any disputes with their direct WPA contact in the first instance, if none available then contact the WPA Finance team at finance@wpa.org.uk. Any disputes will be dealt with by the relevant department, with the involvement of the Chief Finance Officer where necessary.

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 PROVIDENT ASSOCIATION LIMITED (WPA) is a British health insurance company that offers a range of products and services to individuals and businesses. The company was founded in 1901 and is headquartered in Taunton, Somerset.

WPA is committed to sustainability and has implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact. They have a dedicated sustainability team that works towards reducing carbon emissions, promoting eco-friendly practices, and supporting local communities.

The company offers a wide range of health insurance products, including individual and family plans, corporate plans for businesses, and international plans for those living or working abroad. They also offer a cash plan, which provides cashback for everyday health expenses such as dental and eye care.

WPA has a network of over 300 hospitals and 23,000 specialists, ensuring their members have access to high-quality healthcare. They also have a 24/7 GP service, allowing members to consult with a doctor via video or phone call.

The company is led by CEO Nathan Irwin, who has over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry. WPA prides itself on its excellent customer service and has won numerous awards for its products and services.

For more information on WPA and their products, individuals and businesses can visit their website at www.wpa.org.uk. The company's registered office address is WPA House, 20 Dorset Square, London, NW1 6QG.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£5,931,000
Net Worth
£173,269,000
Total Current Assets
£236,760,000
Total Current Liabilities
£28,609,000

Company Location