New research from Good Business Pays reveals a concerning increase in slow payments among UK businesses, with the number of companies delaying payments beyond 100 days reaching an all-time high and several major companies identified as among the worst for slow and late payments. The Spring Watchlist, which examined over 6,000 companies’ payment performance, is Good Business Pays’ first independent research since the introduction of the Fair Payment Code in September 2024. Terry Corby, CEO of Good Business Pays, commented: “The continued rise in slow payers highlights a systemic failure in corporate accountability. Large companies must do better — not just for their suppliers, but for the health of the entire UK economy.” To access the full Late and Slow Payment Watchlist Spring 2025, visit https://goodbusinesspays.com/posts/slow-payments-on-the-rise/.