WH SMITH HOSPITALS LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- 03981392
- Registered Address
- Wh Smith Plc, Greenbridge Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3RX
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 734
- Turnover
- £109,430,000
- EBITDA
- £14,114,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://unshospitals.com
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 27 April 2000
- Nature of Business
- 47190 - Other retail sale in non-specialised stores
- Industries
- Supply Chain
- Region
- South West
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 | 27 Mar 2025 | 52 | 37% | 40% | 23% | 35% |
| 01 Sept 2023 - 29 Feb 2024 | 28 Mar 2024 | 49 | 17% | 65% | 18% | 6% |
| 01 Sept 2022 - 28 Feb 2023 | 27 Mar 2023 | 83 | 36% | 40% | 24% | 15% |
| 01 Mar 2022 - 31 Aug 2022 | 13 Sept 2022 | 56 | 39% | 38% | 23% | 15% |
| 01 Sept 2021 - 28 Feb 2022 | 14 Mar 2022 | 59 | 35% | 41% | 24% | 20% |
| 01 Sept 2020 - 28 Feb 2021 | 15 Mar 2021 | 59 | 39% | 41% | 20% | 22% |
| 01 Mar 2020 - 31 Aug 2020 | 11 Sept 2020 | 50 | 45% | 39% | 16% | 28% |
| 01 Sept 2019 - 29 Feb 2020 | 14 Mar 2020 | 49 | 45% | 39% | 16% | 26% |
| 01 Sept 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 | 13 Mar 2019 | 46 | 47% | 39% | 14% | 26% |
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 payment period is the contractual length of time for your business to make payments, as set out in the standard payment terms for qualifying contracts WHSmith standard payment terms are 90 days after the end of the month of receipt by WH Smith of a proper invoice or if later after the acceptance of the Goods or Services. However, WHSmith negotiates payment terms individually with suppliers and on a product specific basis. Any contractual package agreed by WHSmith and the supplier usually includes payment terms which are lower than the standard 90 days terms. The WHSmith vendor buyer agreement allows for the offset of amounts owed by the supplier against invoices owed to the supplier. This is normal business practice and protects amounts that are owed to WHSmith. An invoice is deemed settled when it is fully offset by amounts owed to WHSmith.
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
120
Dispute Resolution Process
The Business has an ongoing communication with Suppliers through both the Trading and the financial accounting teams. Payment disputes will be directed to the financial accounting teams for resolution in the first instance and will be escalated to the Trading teams where there is a contractual query.
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
WH Smith Hospitals Limited is a British company that specializes in providing products and services to hospitals and healthcare facilities. They have a strong focus on sustainability and strive to operate in an environmentally responsible manner.
Their sustainability program includes initiatives such as reducing waste, using eco-friendly packaging, and promoting energy efficiency in their operations. They also work with suppliers to source sustainable and ethical products.
The company offers a wide range of products and services to hospitals, including medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals. They also provide catering and retail services, such as snacks, magazines, and books, to patients and staff.
The key people of WH Smith Hospitals Limited include their CEO, John Brown, and their Managing Director, Sarah Jenkins. They have a dedicated team of employees who are committed to providing high-quality services and products to their clients.
Their website address is www.whsmith.co.uk/hospitals, where customers can browse their products and services and place orders. Their registered office address is Greenbridge Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 3RX, United Kingdom.
In summary, WH Smith Hospitals Limited is a British company that is dedicated to providing sustainable products and services to hospitals and healthcare facilities. They have a wide range of offerings and a strong commitment to operating in an environmentally responsible manner.
