BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC
Company Information
- Company Number
- 01984336
- Registered Address
- 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 979
- Turnover
- £264,102,000
- EBITDA
- £38,063,000
Additional Details
- Company Type
- Public limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 30 January 1986
- Nature of Business
- 58110 - Book publishing58190 - Other publishing activities58290 - Other software publishing
- Industries
- Creative,Media And Publishing,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
- Region
- London
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
Payment Score History
Performance Reports History
| 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 Sept 2024 - 28 Feb 2025 | 24 Apr 2025 | 38 | 60% | 15% | 25% | 29% |
| 01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 | 18 Mar 2024 | 39 | 58% | 14% | 28% | 28% |
| 01 Mar 2023 - 31 Aug 2023 | 28 Sept 2023 | 39 | 58% | 14% | 28% | 29% |
| 01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 | 27 Mar 2023 | 39 | 58% | 14% | 28% | 29% |
| 01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 | 27 Sept 2022 | 38 | 59% | 14% | 27% | 30% |
| 01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 | 31 Mar 2022 | 43 | 52% | 17% | 31% | 31% |
| 01 Mar 2021 - 31 Aug 2021 | 27 Sept 2021 | 44 | 53% | 16% | 32% | 34% |
| 01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 | 25 Mar 2021 | 46 | 47% | 16% | 37% | 33% |
| 01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 | 13 Oct 2020 | 43 | 52% | 14% | 34% | 37% |
| 01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 2020 | 05 Mar 2020 | 35 | 60% | 14% | 26% | 28% |
| 01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 | 22 Mar 2019 | 35 | 60% | 14% | 26% | 28% |
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
The standard contractual payment terms for suppliers is 28 days, however this varies for each supplier, dependent on the nature of the expense.
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
180
Dispute Resolution Process
When a payment dispute is raised the accounts payable team deal with them as quickly as possible, and escalate to the relevant contact within the business 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.
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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
Company Summary
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC is a leading independent publishing house based in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1986, the company has grown to become a global brand known for publishing high-quality books, academic journals, and digital resources.
The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing their environmental impact, promoting diversity and inclusion, and supporting ethical practices in the publishing industry. Bloomsbury has implemented various initiatives such as using sustainable materials for book production, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting recycling and waste reduction.
Bloomsbury's products and services cater to a wide range of audiences, including general readers, academics, and professionals. They publish books in a variety of genres, including fiction, non-fiction, children's books, and academic texts. The company also offers online databases, e-books, and digital resources for educational and professional use.
The key people at Bloomsbury Publishing PLC include Nigel Newton, the founder and CEO, and Jonathan Glasspool, the managing director. Their team consists of over 200 employees, including editors, designers, marketers, and sales representatives.
For more information on Bloomsbury's products, services, and sustainability program, you can visit their website at www.bloomsbury.com. Their registered office address is 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP, United Kingdom.
