Fair Payment Code

Prompt payment isn’t just good practice – it’s critical for small businesses to grow and thrive. Heathrow is committed to doing business the right way, and ensuring we treat the SMEs in our supply chain fairly is a key part of that. The Government has announced measures to crackdown on late payments, a move we welcome. Heathrow is proud to be a Silver Fair Payment Code Awardee and to champion the @FairPaymentCode , reinforcing our commitment to clear, fair and collaborative relationships with suppliers of every size. We’re focused on building a more resilient, inclusive, and future‑ready supply chain, and we make it easy – and exciting – for SMEs to get involved through a range of targeted initiatives, including: 👉 #HeathrowSMEAcademy - Supporting SMEs to build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to work with major infrastructure buyers like Heathrow. 👉 #HeathrowLiftOff - An accessible, in‑person programme that gives innovative SMEs the opportunity to pitch ideas and collaborate directly with Heathrow teams. 👉 #HeathrowCompeteFor - A platform that opens doors to new opportunities at Heathrow and connects SMEs with a thriving UK-wide business community of over 240,000 organisations. 👉 #HeathrowBusinessSummit - Offering SMEs unparalleled access to Heathrow decision‑makers, Tier 1 suppliers and strategic partners. These schemes have helped see our annual supply chain grow to include 840 SMEs who directly supply the airport, with many more working with us indirectly through larger suppliers. Hear what @MJMIndustrial says about working with Heathrow ⬇️ and find out more about doing business with Heathrow ➡️ heathrow.com/company/doing-…

At Heathrow, we're looking to build a sustainable payment ecosystem throughout our supply chain and welcome the UK Government’s payment law reforms this week. We know that prompt payment is good for business and for the many small businesses we work with, being paid on time is critical to their growth and success. That is why at Heathrow, we champion the Fair Payment Code, operated by for Small Business Commissioner @emmaljones, with all of our suppliers. As a Silver @FairPaymentCode Awardee, we follow the code’s principles of being clear, fair and collaborative – valuing prompt and fair payment at every level of our business. #SMB | #Fairpay | @peterkyle | @biztradegovuk

In 2026, we’d like to see more large organisations taking the lead on fair payment. As a larger business, your payment practices set the tone for your whole sector. Make fair payment part of your standard by signing up to the FPC today. ⬇️ ow.ly/QErs50XXUAr

Our Fair Payment Code awardees represent a growing range of industries committed to paying suppliers on time. Don’t see your sector represented yet? Why not make it your New Year’s resolution for your organisation to pave the way. ⬇️ ow.ly/KRpz50XWEfq

#FPCFriday: Still unsure about joining the FPC as your New Year's resolution? Our current awardees share why they signed up and the difference fair payment makes to the businesses they work with. Find out more about the FPC and sign up today. ⬇️ ow.ly/ku6e50XU0YE

Last year, @biztradegovuk released a late payments consultation with plans to strengthen legislation. For large companies, this is an opportunity to lead by example and show fair payment is part of your company culture, not just a compliance exercise. ⬇️ smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/

If you’re setting New Year's resolutions for your business in 2026, here’s one that makes a difference: paying businesses on time. Why not join the Fair Payment Code and set an example of how to do business in a fair and ethical way. ⬇️ ow.ly/CSRr50XQ2Nc

Curious about the impact of the Fair Payment Code a year later? Our 'One Year On' report is now live, capturing the progress we've made and how awardees have improved payment practices across the UK. ⬇️ ow.ly/N3Sq50XGmIO

In the last 12 months, we've seen over 450 organisations sign up to the code and step up to protect small businesses and advocate for fairer payment terms. Thank you to every awardee who has joined us so far. Here's to another year of progress! ow.ly/pCuY50XGc2K

In the lead up to the one year anniversary of the Fair Payment Code, this week we're doing a special edition of #FPCFriday and shouting out all the awardees we've featured so far this year. Thank you to every organisation who has signed up to the Code. smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/

🏅 It’s #FPCFriday and this week, we’re shouting out Audax Solutions, one of our Gold awardees. Adam Liardet, Managing Director, shares why Audax signed up to the Fair Payment Code. Find out more about the Fair Payment Code: ow.ly/bqKt50Xz8xx

🏅 It's #FPCFriday and we're shouting out one of our Gold awardees, The Leadership Coaches. Zoe Lewis, CEO, shares why she is committed to paying small businesses fairly. Find out more about the Fair Payment Code.⬇️ smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/

🏅 For #FPCFriday, we're shouting out Brighter Days Markets, one of our Gold FPC awardees. Jenny Duff, Director, tells us what being part of the Fair Payment Code means to her. Find out more about the Fair Payment Code: smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/

🏅This week's #FPCFriday shoutout goes to Far North, one of our Gold awardees. Ian Farrar explains why @FarNorthBD signed up to the Fair Payment Code and why paying businesses on time matters, especially from a micro-business perspective.⬇️ smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/

In this month's edition of the OSBC newsletter 👇 🗣️ October with the Small Business Commissioner 📒 Online market places and payment providers guidance 🏅 400 Fair Payment Code Awardees 🤖 AI Survey Read more here: bit.ly/4nqL3ox Subscribe here: bit.ly/3FkjLQN

🏅 It's #FPCFriday and this week we're spotlighting one of our Gold awardees, @askthebossUK. Antoniya Beyriyska discusses how fairer payment leads to better business practices for both clients and suppliers. Read her blog to find out more. ⬇️ smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/blogs/fair…

One year of the fair payment code. When Emma Jones, started in the role of Small Business Commissioner back in June, she came with one simple goal – to make life easier for #smallbusinesses. 📚Read the full article here: elitebusinessmagazine.co.uk/finance/item/o… #fairpaymentcode #smes

🏅 This week's #FPCFriday shoutout goes to one of our Gold awardees, @Avivaplc. At Free the Founder, Jonathan Lee, spoke to us about why Aviva signed up to the Fair Payment Code and what their Gold status means to them. smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/

🎉 We are delighted to announce that over 400 businesses have been recognised as Fair Payment Code Awardees! These companies are setting the standard for fairness and collaboration through their commitment to fair payment. Become a FPC Awardee. ⬇️ ow.ly/cZgq50Xcq8g

Amy Russell, Director of Crescent Business, shares how late payments can impact the mental health and wellbeing of small business owners. ⬇️ smallbusinesscommissioner.gov.uk/fpc/ #WorldMentalHealthDay