D.C. THOMSON & COMPANY LIMITED
Company Information
- Company Number
- SC005830
- Registered Address
- Courier Buildings, 2 Albert Square, Dundee, Scotland, DD1 9QJ
- Status
- Active
- Employee Count
- 1,603
- Turnover
- £161,424,000
- EBITDA
- £1,685,000
Additional Details
- Website
- https://www.dcthomson.co.uk/
- Company Type
- Private limited Company
- Incorporated On
- 27 March 1905
- Nature of Business
- 58130 - Publishing of newspapers
- Industries
- Creative,Media And Publishing,Lifestyle And Entertainment
- Region
- Scotland
Time to Pay
Payment Timeline
Payment Features
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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 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 23 Nov 2021 | 46 | 29% | 58% | 13% | 75% |
| 01 Oct 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 12 Feb 2021 | 37 | 47% | 44% | 9% | 77% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 30 Sept 2020 | 11 Feb 2021 | 48 | 42% | 41% | 17% | 88% |
| 01 Apr 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 11 Feb 2021 | 45 | 48% | 38% | 14% | 75% |
| 01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 2019 | 05 Nov 2019 | 42 | 64% | 24% | 12% | 41% |
| 01 Oct 2018 - 30 Mar 2019 | 19 Jul 2019 | 33 | 67% | 24% | 8% | 38% |
| 01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 2018 | 19 Jul 2019 | 44 | 63% | 22% | 15% | 18% |
Payment Time Trends
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Invoice Payment Practices
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Payment Terms
Standard payment terms
as per terms and conditions on our website
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
60
Dispute Resolution Process
as per terms and conditions on our website
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
D.C. Thomson & Company Limited is a British media and publishing company based in Dundee, Scotland. It was founded in 1905 and is still a family-owned business.
The company's main activities include publishing newspapers, magazines, and books, as well as producing digital content and operating various entertainment and leisure businesses. Some of its most well-known publications include The Beano, The Dandy, and The Sunday Post.
In terms of sustainability, D.C. Thomson has a dedicated sustainability program that focuses on reducing its carbon footprint, promoting responsible sourcing, and supporting local communities. The company has implemented various initiatives, such as using renewable energy sources, reducing waste, and promoting sustainable practices among its suppliers and partners.
D.C. Thomson's products and services cover a wide range of topics and interests, from news and current affairs to entertainment and leisure. Its publications and digital content cater to audiences of all ages, making it a diverse and inclusive company.
The key people at D.C. Thomson include Chairman Andrew F. Thomson and CEO Mike Watson. They are joined by a team of experienced and talented individuals who strive to uphold the company's values and vision.
To contact D.C. Thomson, you can visit their website at www.dcthomson.co.uk. Their registered office address is 185 Fleet Street, London, EC4A 2HS, United Kingdom.
