PRS FOR MUSIC LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
67Fair
1.7vs last year
#2678 in UK
#25 in Media And Publishing
#1079 in London

Company Information

Company Number
03444246
Registered Address
Goldings House, 2 Hays Lane, London, United Kingdom, SE1 2HB
Status
Active
Employee Count
553
Turnover
£137,886,000
EBITDA
£7,392,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
29 September 1997
Nature of Business
82990 - Other business support service activities not elsewhere classified
Industries
Media And Publishing
Region
London

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
34 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:45 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
58%
31-60 Days
36%
After 60 Days
6%
Not Paid Within Terms42%

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: 2025-07-25
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 202525 Jul 20253458%36%6%42%
01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 202425 Jul 20243158%38%5%40%
01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 202330 Jan 20243354%41%5%42%
01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 202327 Jul 20233454%39%7%44%
01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 202127 Jul 20212763%34%3%35%
01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 202008 Feb 20212864%34%2%34%
01 Jan 2019 - 30 Jun 201929 Jul 20192867%31%2%36%
01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 201829 Jan 20192864%33%4%40%
01 Jan 2018 - 30 Jun 201830 Jul 20182772%26%2%39%

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

Standard payment terms are 30 days from date of supplier invoice. Standard payment terms for sole traders, utilities, equipment rentals, events and production vary from 0 - 30 days. Payment terms may be set less than the standard payment terms if contractually agreed.

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

45

Dispute Resolution Process

PRS for Music applies the dispute resolution process set out in the suppliers terms and conditions.

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

PRS for Music Limited is a UK-based organization that represents the rights of over 155,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers in the music industry. They are responsible for collecting and distributing royalties for the use of musical works in various forms, such as live performances, radio and TV broadcasts, and digital platforms.

As part of their sustainability program, PRS for Music Limited is committed to reducing their environmental impact by promoting eco-friendly initiatives within their operations. They have implemented paperless billing, energy-efficient practices, and recycling programs to reduce their carbon footprint.

The organization offers a range of products and services to its members, including licensing for the use of their musical works, collecting and distributing royalties, and providing legal and business advice. They also offer a range of online tools and resources to help their members manage their music careers and protect their copyright.

The key people at PRS for Music Limited include the CEO, Andrea C. Martin, who has over 20 years of experience in the music industry, and the Chairman, Nigel Elderton, who is a respected music publisher and songwriter. The organization also has a Board of Directors made up of industry experts and a team of dedicated staff.

Contact information for PRS for Music Limited can be found on their website, including their registered office address in London. Their website, www.prsformusic.com, also provides information on how to become a member, their services, and news and events in the music industry.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£12,817,000
Net Worth
-£56,253,000
Total Current Assets
£120,473,000
Total Current Liabilities
£192,177,000

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