UNIVERSITY OF THE HIGHLANDS AND ISLANDS

Company Information

Company Number
SC148203
Registered Address
UHI House Old Perth Road, Raigmore, Inverness, Scotland, IV2 3JH
Status
Active
Employee Count
295
Turnover
£138,221,000
EBITDA
£2,208,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private Limited Company by guarantee without share capital use of 'Limited' exemption
Incorporated On
24 December 1993
Nature of Business
85410 - Post-secondary non-tertiary education
85421 - First-degree level higher education
85422 - Post-graduate level higher education
85590 - Other education not elsewhere classified
Industries
Coming Soon
Region
Highlands and Islands

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
27 days
Shortest Period:30 days
Longest Period:0 days
Max Contractual:30 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
75%
31-60 Days
22%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms30%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-08-28
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
01 Feb 2025 - 31 Jul 202531 Oct 20252775%22%3%30%
01 Aug 2024 - 31 Jan 202528 Aug 20252775%22%3%30%
01 Aug 2023 - 31 Jan 202416 Feb 20244580%13%7%36%
01 Feb 2023 - 31 Jul 202329 Aug 20233670%17%13%40%
01 Aug 2022 - 31 Jan 202321 Feb 20233752%39%9%56%
01 Feb 2022 - 31 Jul 202231 Aug 20223462%32%6%47%
01 Aug 2021 - 31 Jan 202225 Feb 20223462%32%6%47%
01 Feb 2021 - 31 Jul 202129 Sept 20213462%32%6%47%
01 Aug 2019 - 31 Jan 202020 Feb 20203071%24%5%36%
01 Aug 2018 - 31 Jan 201926 Feb 20192978%18%5%25%
01 Feb 2018 - 31 Jul 201830 Aug 20182882%13%5%19%

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

Within 30 days of the date of receipt of a valid invoice.

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

Complaints should be logged with the finance department for investigation.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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 University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) is a unique educational institution in Scotland, offering a diverse range of courses to students from all over the world

With a network of 13 colleges and research centers located in the Highlands and Islands region, UHI offers both undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in various disciplines including arts, business, science, and technology.\n\nUHI is committed to promoting sustainability and environmental awareness throughout its campuses and communities

Their sustainability program, known as the "Green Campus Initiative," focuses on reducing carbon emissions, promoting sustainable energy sources, and encouraging recycling and waste reduction

The university also offers courses and research opportunities in renewable energy, sustainable development, and environmental science.\n\nIn addition to their academic programs, UHI also offers a variety of products and services to support the local communities

This includes the development of new technologies and businesses, as well as providing training and support for small businesses and entrepreneurs

The university also offers cultural and recreational opportunities, such as Gaelic language courses and outdoor activities.\n\nThe key people at UHI include the Principal and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Clive Mulholland, who leads the university's strategic direction and oversees its operations

The university also has a Board of Governors, which includes representatives from each of the 13 partner colleges

The Director of Sustainability, Dr

Jane Stewart, leads the Green Campus Initiative and coordinates sustainability efforts across all campuses.\n\nFor more information on UHI, their courses, and services, you can visit their website at www.uhi.ac.uk

The university's registered office address is at Ness Walk, Inverness, IV3 5SQ, United Kingdom

Financial Metrics

Cash
£15,779,000
Net Worth
£6,342,000
Total Current Assets
£33,439,000
Total Current Liabilities
£38,885,000

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