ROBERTSON CONSTRUCTION NORTHERN LIMITED demonstrates a payment trend where the majority (51%) of invoices are settled within 31-60 days, leading to an average payment time of 34 days. While 45% of payments are made within 30 days, the dominant pattern indicates a consistent trajectory of payments slightly exceeding typical 30-day terms.
The company's payment reliability shows moderate predictability, with a significant portion of payments falling into the 31-60 day window. However, a notable risk factor is the 33% late payment rate and 4% of payments extending beyond 60 days, suggesting an inconsistent adherence to prompt payment schedules.
Overall, suppliers should anticipate payment within the 31-60 day range with a reasonable degree of consistency, given the 34-day average. Due to the 33% late payment rate and 4% exceeding 60 days, suppliers are advised to factor potential delays into their cash flow projections and consider clear payment term agreements. Implementing stricter credit control or offering early payment discounts could mitigate the risk associated with these extended payment cycles.
| 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 Jul 2025 | 34 | 45% | 51% | 4% | 33% |
| 01 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024 | 22 Jan 2025 | 33 | 46% | 52% | 2% | 23% |
| 01 Jan 2024 - 30 Jun 2024 | 23 Jul 2024 | 31 | 49% | 49% | 2% | 25% |
| 01 Jul 2023 - 31 Dec 2023 | 24 Jan 2024 | 28 | 54% | 45% | 1% | 22% |
| 01 Jan 2023 - 30 Jun 2023 | 31 Jul 2023 | 35 | 42% | 56% | 2% | 21% |
| 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Dec 2022 | 30 Jan 2023 | 33 | 46% | 52% | 2% | 27% |
| 01 Jan 2021 - 30 Jun 2021 | 30 Jul 2021 | 32 | 48% | 49% | 3% | 32% |
| 01 Jul 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 | 27 Jan 2021 | 29 | 58% | 39% | 3% | 18% |
| 01 Apr 2020 - 30 Jun 2020 | 31 Jul 2020 | 28 | 56% | 41% | 3% | 30% |
| 01 Oct 2019 - 31 Mar 2020 | 30 Apr 2020 | 29 | 54% | 43% | 3% | 24% |
| 01 Apr 2019 - 30 Sept 2019 | 30 Oct 2019 | 27 | 54% | 43% | 3% | 22% |
| 01 Oct 2018 - 31 Mar 2019 | 30 Apr 2019 | 34 | 39% | 57% | 4% | 36% |
| 01 Apr 2018 - 30 Sept 2018 | 24 Oct 2018 | 37 | 35% | 58% | 7% | 54% |
This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.
Standard payment terms
We do not have standard payment terms, instead they range from immediate payment due, to 60 days. The longer 60 day credit terms are for plant hire which are generally high volume, low value invoices. Payment terms are agreed with suppliers as part of contract negotiations. The most frequently used payment terms in the reporting period were 30 days. Suppliers are paid on a weekly basis by BACS.
Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?
No information available
Any other information about payment terms
N/a
Maximum contractual payment period agreed
60
We are committed to resolving any disputed invoices quickly. We perform monthly purchase ledger reconciliations to highlight any invoices which are not on the ledger and to request these from suppliers. Separately, we also actively pursue goods received notes and service reports from suppliers. However, where it is not possible to reach agreement, a number of potential dispute resolution methods (for example, mediation, adjudication, expert determination, litigation and / or arbitration) may be used.
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
ROBERTSON CONSTRUCTION NORTHERN LIMITED is an active private limited company operating within the construction sector. As a construction firm, it specialises in building and related services.
Established on 22 May 2003, the company is registered in Scotland under company number SC249934. Its registered office is located at 10 Perimeter Road, Elgin, Scotland, IV30 6AE.
Construction companies in the UK market typically provide a range of services including new build construction, extensions, refurbishments, and civil engineering projects. They deliver solutions for various sectors such as commercial, residential, industrial, and infrastructure developments.