Late payment crackdown: what construction needs to know – and do – now
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The UK construction industry is at a turning point. International e‑invoicing mandates, domestic regulatory consultations, and the UK Government’s toughest crackdown on late payments in a generation are converging – putting finance and procurement processes firmly under the spotlight.
As contributors to the Government’s ongoing e‑invoicing consultation, Tim Cole (Causeway) and Ellen Leith (PPN) will draw on their direct involvement in shaping policy and industry practice.
What to expect?
In this informative fireside chat, Tim and Ellen cover:
- The global state of e‑invoicing – and why it matters to UK construction
- Inside the UK Government’s consultation – what to expect next
- How late payment measures will impact large contractors – including reporting, compliance, and reputational risk
- Why receipting is now central to payment assurance – and how to make it work for you
- Practical next steps for procurement and finance teams

The UK is lagging behind global peers on e-invoicing, but momentum for reform is building.
Government proposals aim to give late payment rules real weight, with caps on payment terms, query windows, and potential fines.
Large contractors will be under increased scrutiny, with reputational and compliance risks if processes fall short.
Automating receipting and moving to fully digital invoicing can cut disputes, reduce fraud, and speed up payments.
Now is the time for businesses to review processes, clean their data, and prepare for new legislation expected from 2026.
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