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GALLAGHER LIMITED consistently pays beyond standard 30-day terms, with an average payment time of 42 days. A substantial 68% of payments fall into the 31-60 day category, indicating a predictable but slower payment cycle. Only 23% of invoices are paid within 30 days, establishing a clear trend towards extended payment periods for suppliers.
While the concentration of 68% payments within 31-60 days offers some predictability for cash flow management, the 9% of payments extending beyond 60 days introduces a notable risk of significant delays. Furthermore, the 14% overall late payment rate suggests an elevated risk of non-compliance with agreed terms, impacting supplier financial planning. This data indicates a moderate level of payment volatility that requires careful consideration.
Suppliers should anticipate payments from GALLAGHER LIMITED typically arriving between 31 and 60 days, with an average turnaround of 42 days. It is critical to factor in the 14% late payment risk and the 9% of payments exceeding 60 days when assessing credit limits and cash flow. Consider implementing payment terms that align with this profile or strategies such as offering early payment discounts to mitigate potential cash flow strains.
| 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 Oct 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 | 28 Apr 2026 | 49 | 19% | 63% | 18% | 14% |
| 01 Apr 2025 - 30 Sept 2025 | 08 Oct 2025 | 45 | 20% | 67% | 13% | 9% |
| 01 Oct 2024 - 31 Mar 2025 | 28 Apr 2025 | 42 | 23% | 68% | 9% | 14% |
| 01 Apr 2024 - 30 Sept 2024 | 08 Nov 2024 | 38 | 42% | 44% | 14% | 24% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
Our standard terms vary due to the type of supply and are agreed as part of contract negotiations. Suppliers are predominantly paid on 45 days from the month end of invoice, whilst key consultants are paid on 14 day terms. Subcontractors, dependant on contract terms, are paid on 45 day terms, following the date of assessment.
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
76
Certification and invoice disputes are raised directly with the supplier by the operational team concerned. Following agreement, any further invoice specific queries are resolved between the finance team and the supplier.
Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?
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Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?
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Does this business offer supply chain finance?
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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?
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Gallagher Limited is a private limited company registered in England, incorporated in 1999 and previously known as Gallagher & Company Limited. Companies House records list its business activities as construction of commercial buildings, construction of other civil engineering projects, and site preparation. The company is majority owned by Gallagher Group Ltd, which holds 75 to 100 percent of its shares, indicating it operates as part of that wider group's construction activities rather than as an independent trading business. It is registered at an address in Aylesford, Kent, and remains an active company. No further detail on specific projects, clients or trading operations is available from the supplied evidence.
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