THE GURKHA WELFARE TRUST
Company Information
- Company Number
- 05098581
- Registered Address
- The Gurkha Welfare Trust, Cross Keys House, 22 Queen Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1EY
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 537
- Turnover
- £24,599,000
- EBITDA
- £4,393,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://gwt.org.uk/
- Company Type
- Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
- Incorporated On
- 8 April 2004
- Nature of Business
- 86210 - General medical practice activities87300 - Residential care activities for the elderly and disabled88100 - Social work activities without accommodation for the elderly and disabled
- Industries
- Healthcare And Wellbeing
- Region
- South West
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
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 Jan 2025 - 30 Jun 2025 | 18 Aug 2025 | 13 | 96% | 4% | 0% | 4% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 20 Feb 2025 | 14 | 93% | 7% | 0% | 7% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 02 Oct 2023 | 13 | 94% | 6% | 0% | 6% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 14 Feb 2023 | 11 | 99% | 1% | 0% | 2% |
| 01 Jan 2022 - 30 Jun 2022 | 24 Oct 2022 | 12 | 96% | 4% | 0% | 4% |
| 01 Jul 2021 - 31 Dec 2021 | 10 Jan 2022 | 12 | 98% | 2% | 0% | 2% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 10 Aug 2021 | 12 | 97% | 3% | 0% | 7% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 09 Feb 2021 | 12 | 98% | 1% | 1% | 2% |
| 01 Jan 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 04 Aug 2020 | 16 | 95% | 4% | 1% | 5% |
| 01 Jul 2019 - 31 Dec 2019 | 04 Mar 2020 | 12 | 98% | 2% | 0% | 7% |
| 01 Jul 2018 - 31 Dec 2018 | 01 Feb 2019 | 15 | 88% | 10% | 2% | 12% |
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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
Payment in accordance with supplier T&C - no later than 30 days, and normally within 14 days of correct invoice receipt.
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
30
Dispute Resolution Process
Any dispute or complaint should be raised initially with the named GWT employee engaged in the receipt of goods or services. Subsequent escalation is then through the appropriate Head of Branch and Head of Finance. Exceptionally, unresolved disputes will be escalated to CEO GWT.
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
The Gurkha Welfare Trust is a charitable organization that provides aid and support to Gurkha veterans and their families
Founded in 1969, the Trust has been dedicated to improving the lives of Gurkha soldiers who have served in the British Army.\n\nThe organization's main focus is on providing financial, medical, and educational assistance to Gurkha veterans and their dependents
This includes pension support, medical care, and educational scholarships for children of Gurkha soldiers
The Trust also helps Gurkha communities in Nepal by building schools, hospitals, and water projects.\n\nOne of the key programs of The Gurkha Welfare Trust is their sustainability program, which aims to empower Gurkha veterans and their families to become self-sufficient
This program provides vocational training and microfinance opportunities to help them start their own businesses and generate income.\n\nThe Trust also offers a range of products and services to support their cause, such as merchandise, fundraising events, and charity challenges
These funds go towards supporting Gurkha veterans and their families.\n\nThe key people involved in The Gurkha Welfare Trust include the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Board of Trustees
They are supported by a team of dedicated staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to ensure the well-being of Gurkha veterans.\n\nTo get involved or donate to The Gurkha Welfare Trust, you can visit their website at www.gwt.org.uk
Their registered office address is at 22 Queen Anne's Gate, London SW1H 9AA
The Trust is also active on social media platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, where they share updates and information about their work
