SECR Deadline Guide
SECR Deadline for April Year-End Companies
Companies with a April financial year-end must file their SECR report by 31 January.
Filing Deadline31 January
Days to File275
Penalty From1 February
Penalty Information
Penalties apply from 1 February. Initial fines start at £150, increasing with delay duration.
Key Considerations
- Aligns with personal tax year end
- Shortest preparation window after year-end
- Ensure energy data is tracked monthly throughout the year
- Popular year-end for professional services firms
Preparation Timeline
October
Review energy data collection processes
November
Begin compiling consumption figures
December
Calculate emissions and draft disclosures
January
Finalise and file with Companies House
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Underestimating time needed after Christmas break
- Not having monthly energy tracking in place
- Delaying until after the new year to start
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March year-endDue: 31 DecemberMay year-endDue: 28 FebruaryJune year-endDue: 31 MarchJuly year-endDue: 30 AprilAugust year-endDue: 31 MaySeptember year-endDue: 30 JuneOctober year-endDue: 31 JulyNovember year-endDue: 31 AugustDecember year-endDue: 30 SeptemberJanuary year-endDue: 31 OctoberFebruary year-endDue: 30 November