NEWSQUEST MEDIA GROUP LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
93Excellent
0.6vs last year
#684 in UK
#18 in Creative
#5 in Wales

Company Information

Company Number
01676637
Registered Address
Newsquest Media Group Ltd 1st Floor, Chartist Tower, Upper Dock Street, Newport, Wales, NP20 1DW
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,504
Turnover
£150,623,000
EBITDA
£28,313,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
9 November 1982
Nature of Business
58130 - Publishing of newspapers
Industries
Creative,Media And Publishing
Region
Wales

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
18 days
Shortest Period:1 days
Longest Period:90 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
95%
31-60 Days
4%
After 60 Days
1%
Not Paid Within Terms20%

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: 2025-07-22
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 202522 Jul 20251895%4%1%20%
01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 202417 Jan 20251895%4%1%18%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202409 Jul 20241796%3%1%20%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202318 Jan 20241894%4%2%23%
01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 202218 Jan 20231791%8%1%24%
01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 202214 Jul 20221993%5%2%24%
01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 202113 Jan 20221794%5%1%22%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202113 Jul 20212389%8%3%34%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202021 Jan 20212290%7%3%35%
01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 202007 Sept 20202678%14%8%45%
01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 201911 Feb 20202676%18%6%46%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201908 Jul 20192286%12%2%54%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201823 Jan 20192187%11%2%51%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201823 Jul 20182384%14%2%52%

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

45 Days (However, 30 Days most common) Direct Debits, Standing Orders and Contras have been excluded from the statistics which total 2,063 invoices.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

N/A

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

45

Dispute Resolution Process

Queries are raised with suppliers at the earliest opportunity, Accounts Payable staff work with suppliers to resolve.

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

Newsquest Media Group Limited is a British media company that operates a wide range of newspapers, magazines, and websites throughout the United Kingdom. The company is committed to providing high-quality news and information to its readers while also prioritizing sustainability in its operations.

Through its sustainability program, Newsquest Media Group Limited aims to reduce its environmental impact by implementing energy-efficient practices, reducing waste, and promoting recycling. The company also works with its suppliers to ensure they adhere to ethical and sustainable practices.

Newsquest's portfolio includes over 200 newspapers and magazines, covering a wide range of topics such as news, sports, lifestyle, and business. The company also offers digital marketing services, including website development, online advertising, and social media management.

The key people at Newsquest Media Group Limited include its CEO, Henry Faure Walker, and its Chairman, Sir Ray Tindle. The company's registered office address is located in London, and its website address is www.newsquest.co.uk.

In summary, Newsquest Media Group Limited is a leading media company in the UK that prioritizes sustainability and offers a diverse range of newspapers, magazines, and digital marketing services. Its commitment to providing reliable news and promoting ethical and sustainable practices makes it a trusted and respected source of information for its readers.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£22,376,000
Net Worth
£121,829,000
Total Current Assets
£69,656,000
Total Current Liabilities
£24,348,000

Company Location