| 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 Aug 2025 - 31 Jan 2026 | 02 Feb 2026 | 41 | 44% | 37% | 19% | 39% |
| 01 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 2025 | 30 Aug 2025 | 48 | 32% | 43% | 25% | 39% |
| 01 Aug 2024 - 31 Jan 2025 | 06 Feb 2025 | 49 | 29% | 45% | 26% | 37% |
| 01 Feb 2024 - 31 Jul 2024 | 10 Sept 2024 | 44 | 30% | 51% | 19% | 33% |
| 01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jan 2024 | 10 Apr 2024 | 42 | 34% | 43% | 23% | 30% |
| 01 Feb 2023 - 31 Jul 2023 | 31 Aug 2023 | 44 | 33% | 42% | 25% | 32% |
| 01 Aug 2022 - 31 Jan 2023 | 31 Aug 2023 | 47 | 35% | 36% | 28% | 35% |
| 01 Feb 2022 - 31 Jul 2022 | 05 Jan 2023 | 40 | 45% | 44% | 11% | 36% |
| 01 Aug 2021 - 31 Jan 2022 | 05 Jan 2023 | 42 | 36% | 49% | 15% | 47% |
| 01 Feb 2021 - 31 Jul 2021 | 05 Jan 2023 | 29 | 61% | 26% | 14% | 62% |
| 01 Aug 2020 - 31 Jan 2021 | 23 Feb 2021 | 43 | 46% | 38% | 16% | 67% |
| 01 Feb 2020 - 31 Jul 2020 | 20 Aug 2020 | 49 | 40% | 31% | 29% | 75% |
| 01 Aug 2019 - 31 Jan 2020 | 12 Feb 2020 | 35 | 50% | 41% | 9% | 57% |
| 01 Aug 2018 - 31 Jan 2019 | 25 Feb 2019 | 35 | 48% | 43% | 9% | 53% |
| 01 Feb 2018 - 31 Jul 2018 | 29 Aug 2018 | 37 | 58% | 28% | 14% | 56% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Landlords, are paid to lease terms, i.e. usually monthly or quarterly in advance. Unless otherwise agreed. Business Rates are paid on immediate terms, stock suppliers are paid to 60 day terms with non-stock suppliers paid to 30 day terms.
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
All supplier payment terms are agreed upon initial contract negotiations. All queries for payments go through our purchase ledger department. Suppliers can email the relevant member of the team depending on the type of goods/service or alternatively call our direct reception number and request to speak to the payables team. Once correspondence is received a member of the purchase ledger team will respond within 24 hours and the dispute should be resolved as soon as possible. Any payment queries that need to be escalated will be dealt with by either the company buyer who purchased the goods/services or the Finance Transaction Manager.
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?
This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.
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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
French Connection UK Limited is a British fashion retailer that was founded in 1972 by Stephen Marks. The company's head office is located in London, UK and it operates stores and concessions in over 25 countries worldwide.
The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing their environmental impact through initiatives such as using sustainable materials, reducing energy consumption in their stores and offices, and implementing recycling programs. They also aim to support ethical and fair labor practices in their supply chain.
French Connection UK Limited offers a range of products including clothing, accessories, and homeware for both men and women. Their clothing line incorporates both classic and contemporary styles, with an emphasis on quality and design.
Some key people in the company include CEO Stephen Marks, who has been at the helm since its founding, and Creative Director, Maria Chen, who joined the brand in 2016.
Customers can shop at French Connection UK Limited through their website or by visiting one of their stores or concessions. The company also has a strong online presence and active social media accounts.
The registered office address for French Connection UK Limited is at 5A Regent Street, London, SW1Y 4LR, UK. Their website address is www.frenchconnection.com. With a focus on sustainability and a diverse range of stylish products, French Connection UK Limited continues to be a popular choice for fashion-conscious consumers in the UK and around the world.
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