Prompt Payment Code

East Devon District Council recognises the role it plays within the local economy and is committed to paying its suppliers correctly and promptly, either within thirty days or payment terms. We are also working towards paying uncontested invoices within ten days of receipt. In support of these initiatives the council has now signed up to the Prompt Payment Code, which has been devised by the government with the Institute of Credit Management (ICM).

As a member of this scheme the council undertakes to:

Pay suppliers on time

  • Within the terms agreed at the outset of the contract;
  • Without attempting to change payment terms retrospectively;
  • Without changing practice on the length of payment for smaller companies without reasonable grounds;

Give clear guidance to suppliers

  • Providing suppliers with clear and easily accessible guidance on payment procedures;
  • Ensuring there is a system for dealing with complaints and disputes which is communicated to suppliers;
  • Advising them promptly if there is any reason why an invoice will not be paid to the agreed times;

Encourage good practice

  • By requesting that lead suppliers encourage adoption of the Code throughout their own supply chain.

Should you have any queries regarding the Prompt Payment Code, or would like guidance concerning the Council’s payment procedures, please contact the Creditor’s section at the Council Offices, e-mail address payments@eastdevon.gov.uk.

If you'd like to register for BACS payment, please download, print and complete the PDF file Creditor Payment Procedures form (42KB - 17 December 2009 - PDF Help).

Page last updated on 21 December 2009