DENNIS PUBLISHING LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2021
60Fair
1.1vs last year
#3669 in UK
#146 in Creative
#184 in South West

Company Information

Company Number
01138891
Registered Address
Quay House, The Ambury, Bath, England, BA1 1UA
Status
Active
Employee Count
0
Turnover
£0
EBITDA
£83,325,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
10 October 1973
Nature of Business
58142 - Publishing of consumer and business journals and periodicals
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing,Professional Services
Region
South West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
38 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:67 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
38%
31-60 Days
52%
After 60 Days
10%
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: 2022-02-07
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202107 Feb 20223838%52%10%19%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202130 Jul 20214233%53%14%15%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202030 Jul 20214039%47%14%26%

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

Friday following the first Wednesday of the month after the invoice is 30 days old

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

67

Dispute Resolution Process

All disputes are looked into by the Accounts Payable team in the first instance, if the team are not able to resolve the issue the matter is raised to the Head of Accounts Payable to resolve in an appropriate manner.

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

Dennis Publishing Limited is a UK-based media company that specializes in producing magazines, digital media, and events. Founded in 1974 by Felix Dennis, the company has a strong focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly practices.

The company's sustainability program, known as "Green Dennis," aims to reduce the company's carbon footprint and promote responsible environmental practices. This includes using recycled paper for their publications, minimizing waste, and promoting energy-efficient practices.

Dennis Publishing Limited offers a wide range of products and services, including popular magazines such as The Week, PC Pro, and Men's Fitness. They also have a strong digital presence, with websites and mobile apps for their publications.

Key people in the company include CEO James Tye, who has been with the company since 1996, and CFO Brett Reynolds. They are supported by a team of experienced editors, writers, and designers.

For more information on Dennis Publishing Limited, including their publications, events, and sustainability efforts, you can visit their website at www.dennis.co.uk. The company's registered office is located at 31-32 Alfred Place, London, WC1E 7DP.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£485,000
Net Worth
£105,901,000
Total Current Assets
£106,930,000
Total Current Liabilities
£1,029,000

Company Location