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FIRST GLASGOW (NO.1) LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
53Fair
↑ 0.4vs last year
#3507 in UK
#209 in Road Travel
#161 in Scotland

Company Information

Company Number
SC097299
Registered Address
100 Cathcart Road, Glasgow, G42 7BH
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,225
Turnover
£108,276,000
EBITDA
£18,100,000

Additional Details

Website
https://firstgroup.com
Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
13 February 1986
Nature of Business
49319 - Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)
Industries
Road Travel
Region
Scotland

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
48 days
Shortest Period:0 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:90 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
20%
31-60 Days
62%
After 60 Days
18%
Not Paid Within Terms4%

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: 2025-04-25
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
30 Mar 2025 - 29 Sept 202522 Oct 20254821%64%15%5%
30 Sept 2024 - 29 Mar 202525 Apr 20254820%62%18%4%
26 Sept 2023 - 30 Mar 202415 Apr 20245023%55%22%4%
26 Mar 2023 - 25 Sept 202312 Oct 20235223%52%25%6%
27 Mar 2022 - 26 Sept 202219 Oct 20225316%58%26%10%
01 Apr 2021 - 30 Sept 202126 Oct 20215118%54%28%3%
01 Oct 2020 - 31 Mar 202115 Apr 20215319%51%30%2%
31 Mar 2019 - 30 Sept 201928 Oct 20196016%40%44%8%
01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 201829 Oct 20186014%40%46%52%

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 Company’s standard payment terms are 60 days from date of valid invoice. It is the Group’s policy to agree appropriate payment terms for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms on the submission of a valid invoice. The Company regularly agrees variations to the standard terms with individual suppliers depending on the nature of the goods/services and other circumstances.

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

90

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company is committed to dealing with suppliers in a fair, consistent and transparent manner. We seek to resolve any invoice queries as quickly as possible between the Accounts Payable team and the relevant supplier. If a dispute cannot be resolved it is escalated to the relevant Head of Department and Procurement.

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

First Glasgow (No.1) Limited is a leading bus company in Glasgow, Scotland. They operate a fleet of modern, low-emission buses and have a strong commitment to sustainability.

The company offers a wide range of services including local and regional bus routes, airport transfers, and school transport. They also offer a mobile ticketing app and contactless payment options for convenience.

First Glasgow is dedicated to reducing their environmental impact and has implemented various sustainability initiatives. This includes using hybrid and electric buses, investing in eco-friendly technologies, and promoting recycling and waste reduction.

The key people at First Glasgow (No.1) Limited include Managing Director, Andrew Jarvis, and Regional Operations Director, Gavin McGhee. They are supported by a team of experienced and dedicated employees.

For more information on their services and sustainability program, customers can visit their website at www.firstgroup.com/glasgow. The registered office address for First Glasgow is 100 Cathcart Road, Glasgow, G42 7BH. They can also be contacted through their customer service line at 0345 646 0707. Overall, First Glasgow (No.1) Limited is a reliable and sustainable transportation option for the people of Glasgow.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£99,000
Net Worth
£27,963,000
Total Current Assets
£23,285,000
Total Current Liabilities
£57,428,000

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Our mission is to change the culture of late payments in the UK and help save over 55,000 companies every year which close due to cashflow issues.

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© 2026 Payment Check Ltd

Registered Address: 3rd Floor Suite 207 Regent Street London W1B 3HH

Made by Alastair Campbell