payments
Late Payments and How to Get Paid Faster
Recent Sage research revealed that 49% of invoices owed to UK small and medium-sized enterprises are overdue. That’s a big problem, because when clients miss agreed payment deadlines, the resulting cash-flow pressure can affect day-to-day operations, investment plans, and profitability. The good news is that UK law provides Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with a number of measures to encourage timely payment, and modern […]
The hidden hours behind late payments
Late payments have long been a challenge for UK small businesses, affecting everything from cash flow and growth plans to day-to-day financial stability. But the true cost often extends beyond the invoice itself. At Accountex 2026, Small Business Commissioner Emma Jones and AAT President Lucy Cohen highlighted a less visible impact: the time spent managing […]