Trustees, Annual Report for Dunkirk Village Hall
For the Year Ended 30 April 2024
Charity Name: Dunkirk Village Hall
Charity Number: 1001575
Trustees:
Paul Barkaway (Treasurer)
Mary Gransden
Pat Warner
Structure, Governance and Management Dunkirk Village HalL is managed by a committee of dedicated
trustees and volunteers. Regular monthly meetings are held to ensurethe effective governance and management
of the hall. The past year saw a transition in key roles following the passing of our long-serving Treasurer, Sheila
Spillett. Paul Barkaway has stepped in as Treasurer and Trustee, and Pat Warner has also taken on a Trustee role,
ensuring continuity in leadership.
Objectlves and Actlvltles The charity's primary objective is to provlde and maintain a community facilityfor the
benefit of residents in Dunkirk and surrounding areas. The vi118ge hall continues to serve as a hub for social,
educational, and recreational activit18S, SUPPOrting local groups and events.
Achievements and Performance
Flnanclal Revlew The charity remains in a stable financial position, with a slight Improvement compared to the
previous year. As at the end of the financial year the charity's funds stood at:
Cash at Bank and in H8nd: £39.228
Debtors & Prepayments: £1,695
Keyfinancial activities included:
Successful fundraising events generating £1,238.36.
Completion of financial auditsfor Charity Commission compli8nce.
Review and proposed increase of hiringfees to ensure long-term financial sustainability.
Maintenance and Improvements The upkeep and improvement of the village hall remain s priority. Significant
activities included:
Replacement of the hall sign.
Upgrades to fire safoty equipment, including alarms and extinguishers.
Conversion of all fluorescent lighting to LED, supported by a grant from Swale Borough Council.
Initiation of plans to install solar panels for Long-term sustainability, also supported by Swale Borough
Council.
Review and update of hall hiring terms and conditions.
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Trustees, Annual Report for Dunkirk Village Hall
Community Engagement and Events Dunkirk Village Hall has continued to support and host a variety of
community events, including:
Regular film nights, featuring popu18r screenings such as Fisherman's Friend and A Man Called Otto.
A successfuL carol evening, which raised £151 forthe AirAmbulance and Hospice.
Community beautification efforts, including the planting of daffodils around the car park.
Challenges and Risk Managem6nt During the year, the charityfaced several challenges, which were effectively
managed:
Transition of responsibilities following the loss of Treasurer Shei la Spillett.
Unexpected maintenance issues, such as the failure of the kitchen electricity supply.
Ongoing review and updates to health and safety protocols to ensure compliance and security for all
users.
Future Plans The charity aims to continue improving its facilities and expanding community Outreach, Future
objectlV88 include:
Completion of the solar panel installation to enhance energy eff iciency.
Strengthening partnerships with local community groups.
Concluslon The pastyear has been marked by resilience and growth, wlth the trustees and committee members
working diligently to uphold the village hall's role as a central pillar of the community. We extend our sincere
thanks to all who contribute their time and resources to ensure the continued success of Dunkirk Village Hall.
Approved by the Trustees on:
Signed on behalf of the Trustees:
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**2024** 

## **Dunkirk Village Hall Management Balance Sheet As At 30th April 2024** 

|**Current Assets**<br>Debtors & Prepayments<br>Cash at Bank & in Hand<br>**Current Liabilities**<br>Other Creditors & Accruals<br>**Net Current Assets**<br>The Funds of the Charity<br>Unrestricted Funds<br>**Charity Funds**<br>**Net Assets**|1,695<br>39,228|
|---|---|
||40,923|
||-|
||-|
||40,923|
||**£   40,923**|
||40,923|
||**£   40,923**|



## **Accountant's Report** 

I am reporting to the Trustees on the Accounts of the Charity for the year ended 30th April 2024, as set out on Pages 1 & 2. 

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## Respective Responsibilities of the Trustees & the Examiner 

As the Charity's Trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of Accounts; you consider that the Audit requirement of Section 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 does not apply, It is my resposibility to state, on the basis of procedures specified in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners, under Section 43(7)(b) of the Act, whether particular matters have come to my attention. 

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## Basis of Independent Examiner's Statement 

My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as Trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required by an audit, and consequently an audit opinion is not given on these accounts. 

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## Independent Examiner's Statement 

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: 

- 1 which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: 

- to keep Accounting records in accordance with section 41 of the Act; and 

- to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the Act have not been met; or 

- 2 to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. 

## 9th February 2025. 

## **Andrew Shepherd - F.C.A.** 

## **Andrew Shepherd Accountancy Services** 

18 St. Ann's Road, Faversham, Kent.       ME13 8RH 

## **Dunkirk Village Hall** 

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## **Management Income & Expenditure Account Year Ended 30th April 2024** 

|**Incoming Resources**<br>Voluntary Income<br>Grants received<br>Activities for generating fundsHall Hire<br>Fundraising Events<br>Interest Received<br>Total Incoming Resources<br>**Resources Expended**<br>Costs of Generating Funds<br>Other Fundraising Costs<br>Charitable Activities (Hall)<br>Utilities<br>Repairs & Maintenance<br>Equipment<br>Cleaning<br>Wages & Salaries paid<br>Insurance<br>Charitable Activities (General)Advertising & WebSite Costs<br>Postage, Stationery & Admin Cost<br>Subscriptions, Licences & fees<br>General Costs<br>Charitable Donations<br>Total Resources Expended<br>**Net Movement in Funds**<br>**Reconciliation in Funds**<br>Total Funds brought forward<br>**Nett Proft After Taxation**||-<br>1,725<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>**Restricted**<br>**Funds**|-<br>1,725<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>**Restricted**<br>**Funds**|-<br>-<br>25,592<br>2,511<br>290<br>**Unrestricte**<br>**d Funds**|-<br>-<br>25,592<br>2,511<br>290<br>**Unrestricte**<br>**d Funds**|-<br>1,725<br>25,592<br>2,511<br>290<br>**Total**<br>**Funds**<br>**2024**|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|||<br> <br> <br> <br>||<br> <br> <br> <br>|||
||||1,725||28,393|30,118|
||||-||2,728<br>5,235<br>3,190<br>374<br>142<br>4,097<br>1,932<br>663<br>896<br>524<br>174<br>350|2,728<br>5,235<br>4,915<br>374<br>142<br>4,097<br>1,932<br>663<br>896<br>524<br>174<br>350|
|||<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>|-<br>1,725<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>-|<br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>|||
||||1,725||17,577|19,302|
|||<br> <br>|1,725<br>-<br>-|<br> <br>|20,305<br>8,088<br>32,835|22,030<br>8,088<br>32,835|
|||**£             -**||**£   40,923  £**||**40,923**|





Dunkirk Ilillage Hall
Mana8ement Income & Expenditure Accouiit
Year Ended 3()th April 2024
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Funds
Unrestricted Total Fundg
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2024
Incomin% Ile8nurcLs
GriiiiLs i'eceii'e.d
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291)
RL'Soiirces ExpLndL,d
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1,72
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9A
89(7
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174
1,72.?
17,377
11,-311?
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Net M()Iiemont in l.'unds
8,Illltl
8,1188
IIL'C()niiliiltiiin in E-.und$
NL'LI l•riifi¢ Aft¥r Taxation
4U,921 £

Dunkirk Villatre Hall
Managetneiit Balance Sheet
As At 30th April 2024
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2024
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Casli al F3¢ink & iii HaiiLI
C.uir¥iit LiiibilitjL'S
OIliL'I' C'i'oilJLI)r.s & ALcruals
Net C.'urrLint A￿SL.t5
.111,923
Net Assets
411,Y23
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111,1)23
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9th Februiiri, 2112).
Andrew She herd- F.C.A.
Andrew Shepherd Accountancy Services
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