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Late payment interest calculator (UK statutory)

What a UK business can charge on a late commercial invoice — statutory interest plus fixed compensation.

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Under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts Act you can charge statutory interest at base rate + 8%, plus fixed compensation (£40 / £70 / £100 by invoice size).

How to use it

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Frequently asked questions

Where do the fixed sums come from?

Under the Late Payment of Commercial Debts legislation you can claim a fixed sum per invoice: £40 for debts under £1,000, £70 for £1,000–£9,999.99, and £100 for £10,000 or more — on top of interest at the Bank of England base rate plus 8%. Figures are illustrative.

Is this a quote?

No — it's a free illustration. Your actual Credicorp offer depends on an assessment of your company.

Funding for UK limited companies

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