INDEPENDENT TELEVISION NEWS LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
94Excellent
4.0vs last year
#570 in UK
#14 in Creative
#274 in London

Company Information

Company Number
00548648
Registered Address
200 Grays Inn Road, London, WC1X 8XZ
Status
Active
Employee Count
779
Turnover
£164,412,000
EBITDA
£14,178,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
4 May 1955
Nature of Business
60200 - Television programming and broadcasting activities
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing,Lifestyle And Entertainment
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
17 days
Shortest Period:14 days
Longest Period:30 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
93%
31-60 Days
6%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms12%

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: 2025-07-21
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 202521 Jul 20251793%6%1%12%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202430 Jan 20251889%9%2%15%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202412 Jul 20241985%13%2%18%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202110 Jan 20222187%10%2%14%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202113 Jul 20211989%9%2%14%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202008 Jan 20211991%8%1%12%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201925 Jul 20192089%9%2%14%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20191891%8%1%17%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201827 Jul 20181794%5%1%12%

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

ITN has 30-day standard terms - 30 days from date of 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

30

Dispute Resolution Process

Relevant member of the business receives the invoice for approval via the finance system. If there is a dispute - they would hold the invoice in the system and liaise with the supplier, notifying them of the issue. Once resolved the invoice is released though workflow and processed as 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

Independent Television News Limited (ITN) is a British-based news and media company that provides television news services for both domestic and international audiences. Founded in 1955, ITN has a rich history in delivering high-quality, impartial journalism.

Sustainability is a key focus for ITN, and the company has implemented various initiatives to reduce its environmental impact. This includes a commitment to reducing carbon emissions, waste reduction, and promoting sustainable travel options for its employees.

ITN offers a range of products and services through its various divisions, including ITN Productions, ITN Source, and ITN Consulting. ITN Productions creates original content for broadcast, online, and corporate clients. ITN Source is a leading provider of video content to media organizations, while ITN Consulting offers media training and consultancy services.

The key people at ITN include CEO Anna Mallett, who has over 20 years of experience in the media industry, and Chairman Mark Wood, who has a background in journalism and has held various senior roles at ITN.

The registered office address for ITN is 200 Gray's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8XZ, and their website address is www.itn.co.uk. ITN can also be reached via email at info@itn.co.uk or by phone at +44 (0)20 7833 3000.

In summary, ITN is a leading news and media company with a strong commitment to sustainability. With a diverse range of products and services and a team of experienced professionals, ITN continues to be a trusted source for news and content both in the UK and worldwide.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£20,386,000
Net Worth
-£59,236,000
Total Current Assets
£60,470,000
Total Current Liabilities
£44,739,000

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