Charity registration number 1009955 (England and Wales)
Company reglstratlon number 02698040
THE BLACKPOOL FYLDE AND WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND
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ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Patron
G Naylor MB ChB, FRCS(ED), FRCOPHTH
Trustees
Pat Lord
Joseph Bannister
Bevertey GarTity
David Wyatt
Cynthia Cunnane
Tra￿Y Evans
Daniel Pack
fjlliam Smith
(appointed 19.6.24)
(appointed 19.6.24)
(appointed 23.10.24)
(appointed 26.2.25)
Chalr
Joseph Bannister
Vice Chair
Beverley Ga￿lty
Chlef Executive and Company
Secretary
Charity number
Maria Kirkland
1009955
Soclal landlord number
L4005
Company number
02698040
Prlncipal address and Reglstered
Office
Bosworth Place
Squires Gate
Blackpool
Lan¢ashire
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Boardmans Way
Vlhitehills Business Park
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Bankers
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Oxford Square
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Solicitors
Imlsons Solicitors
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Salisbury
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CONTENTS
Page
Trustees, report
Statement of Trustees, responsibilitEs
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Independent auditor's Teport
16-19
Statement of financial activities
20
Balance sheet
21
statement of cash flov
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Notes to the financial statements
23-41

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WELCOME
Welcome to N-vision's Annual Report for 2024125 and what a successful year it has beenl As a team, and Working to
some common goals, we have achieved so much this year with many development5 to shout about and celebrate. We
have continued to set the bar high in the Princess Alexandra Home. providing outstanding care and support and
building upon our Good CQC rating. In September this year we were awarded "Investors in Peoplè" accredrtalion and
continue to work through their recommendations for improvement. Ive continue lo meet OUT ISO standards and
accreditation, which is testament to our wonderful staff members working in the care home.
Wth the support of our Communtcations and Fundraising Officer, the charity ha5 gone from strength to strength, raising
our profile in the community and estabSishing nelworks with other communty groups, professionals, agencies and
providers. We have invested in our IT and digital infrastructure including-. progressing our electronic care planning system,
Nourish; a complete upgrade to our Talking News studio and equipment with the support of some of our bigger ￿nders,
Beaverbrooks and Lylham Rotary Club., and working with Northern Monkey to upgrade the functionality of our website,
which now enables donations to be receNed online through the support of the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). We have
invested skilled time into our social media channels having a significant presen¢e on Facebook and our new YouTube channel
Working within the charity sector can be challenging and unpredictable in its demands and we have worked together to
be responsive as "one collective" in order lo continue to meet the needs of our residents, clients, beneficiaries and
siakeholders. This year has come with its own unique cha15enges, which have included.. overcoming staff sickness-
ensuring innovation whilst conducting day-tovday activities- increased revenue which increases )Nort(load,' and balancing
income and expenditure with significant increases to our overheads. However, through each and every staff members,
valuable contribution. increased resilience, passion and enlhusiasm, we have delivered in all areas of Ihe charity and
the Senior Managemenl Team and Board of Trustees want to thank all the staff personally for their hard work.
We have conb'nued to receive grant funding from Eric Wlright Charitable Trust and Lancashire and Merseyside
Community Foundation, which has enabled the community service team to continue delivering vital services to our
beneficiaries. On behalf of the Charity, we convey our sincere thanks to our Board of Trustees. our Patron and Members
of the charity who have continued to lead N-vision into the next phases of development ensuring we are sustainable,
financially sound and inclusive now and in the future. We should also like to thank any Truslees who have left office
this year and wish them all the best with their future.
Joseph Bannlster
Chalr, Board of Trustees
Maria Klrkland
Chlef Executive

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The Trustees p￿sent their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance wth the accounts.ng policies set out in note 3 to the
financial statements and comply with the charity's governing document, Ihe Companie5 Act 2006, FRS 102 "The
Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland. and the Charities SORP "Accounting
and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts
in accordance with the Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)"
and the Housing SORP 2018.
Purpose
To support people living wilh sight loss and enhance their qualty of life, empower them to fulfil their potential and
aspirations and promote their health and wellbeing.
Objectives and actlvltles
The objects of the Charity as defined in the Memoiandum and Articles ofAssociation are'.-
(1) The relief of blind and visually impaired people in Blackpool. Fylde and Vfyre districts of Lar£ashire or outside
of il, by the provision of accommodation, care and support services.
12) The relief of people in need by reason of age, ilkhealth. disability or other disadvantage in Blackpool, Fylde
and WTe districls of Lancashire or outside of it, by the provision of accommodation. care and support services.
(3) For the public benefil to raise awareness of blindness and visual impairnient through the provision of advice
and information.
N-vision aims to be characterised by integrty and fairness, and will acl In an open and honest way at all times.
The established core services fully refflect the PUTpose and aims.
N-vision constantly engages with service users. carers. staff, volunteers. partners and other stakeholders in
order to inform and improve Servi￿ provision wherever and whenever possible, within the constraints of
available resources.
In addition, the TTUStees refer to the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit Wh￿ producing
the Charitls Strategic PriorÈties.
The main activities during the last year delivered a range of high quality services and was specifically achieved
by:
Providing professional care and stimulating actNities. in a safe and comfortable environment for the
residents of the Princess Alexandra Home.
Providing a range of quality, responsive services and support lo dients. carers and professionals in the
community.
Working in partnership with other agencies to provtde the widest range of sepdices to meet the ne￿1$ of
our client group.
Contribute to and influence the development and implementation of national and local strategy.
N-vision is the major independent, charitable provider of servi￿S and activities for visually impired people
across the Blackpool, Fylde and Wre areas. 71 staff, plus over 200 volunteers support approximately 2,700
clients, and their carets living in the catchment area, the majority of who are over 65 years of age.

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Purpose and Values
Purpose: To supporl people with sight loss, enhancing their qualty of life by empowering them to fulfil their
potential and aspirations and promote their health and wellbeing,.
Our Purpose Is supported by our Values: Our Cultu￿ and the way we work is critical lo our success and
achieving organisational excellence. Our six Core Values guide and influence all our work and are the enduring
foundation of our culture.
People Focussed: To provide timely and persOn-￿nIred care and support to our clients and their carersl
families.
Expert: To lead the way through our knovAedge and expertise to provide the best possible slanthrds of services
and support.
Responslve: To drive and be equipped to respond to the changes and challenges faced by our cl￿nIS and the
organisation.
Influential: To represent the needs of visually impaired people and influence service planning and provision.
Genulne: To build and maintain open and honest relationships through effective communication and
partnerships.
Collaborative: To work in partnership with our clients. colleagues and communities to achieve our vision and
values.
We hold ourselves to account and expect others to do so against our Values.

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Achlevements and Performance
N-vision continued to deliver a range of vital services and provide support for individuals living with sighl loss in
the local area over the last ￿1ve months.
PRINCESS ALEXANDRA HOME
Care Services
The Home provide5 accredited, high quality, Tesidential accommodation, respile and day care in a safe and
comfortable environment for up lo 40 clients. There are also 6 fiats for residents who wish to. live more
ndependently but still benefit from a secure environment where assistance is readily available when needed.
The Home offers specialist care for visually impaired people. However, the accommodation is available to all. 6
permanent residents were admitted and 432 nights of respite care were provided during 2024125.
The contraGt with Blackpool Council for the provision of respite care beds for adults with mild to moderate
learning disabilities remains at 1 bed. A total of 32 nights of respite care was provided as the respite bed was
then used as a permanent bed. We now provide pernianent care for 9 adults with learning disabilities.
Managers attend Blackpool Council Residential Providers forum quarterly with the Director of Adult servlces.
Registered Managers Network meelings hosted by Blackp)ol Council also take place quarterly.
Residents enjoy and benefit from a wide choice of activities, including.. quizzes. dominoes. musical
entertainment, art sessions, chair exercises. and the Growing for Life gardening project. A part time activities co-
ordinator consults residents about their preferred activities and aims to accommodate something for everyone.
The staff constantly strive to introduce new ideas. A volunteer holds a Coffee moming each Tuesday for the
residenls which she uses as a reminiscence session.
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Caption.. Three images of some of the Year-￿Und fvn activities forresidents

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Significant events were also celebrated. Christmas, New Year, Easter. Halloween, Birthdays and variou5 themed
days such as Chineselltalian and appropriate entertainment and catering is provided on such occasions. A
celebration event was held to celebrate the 'Good' rating from CQC and to celebrate a member of the care
team's 40 years of service in the organisation. Cheese and wine evenings have been held once a month as a
social get together for the residents. A wide range of activities took place over the Chrislmas and New Year
period, with some entertainment from community groups. A photograph 'gallery' recording these events is
displayed in the Home.
Partnership working with the Community Care Ctrordination Team and the New Model of Care initiative
continues with the aim of reducing pressure on GPS and preventing admissions to hospitals. A monthly ward
round also takes place with a doctor from the local surgery allowing more conlinuily in relation to medical issues.
The Home continues to use the digital social care planning syslem "nourish. to record all care activity for
residents. This is an evolving project that allow5 for much more accurate and detailed information lo be recorded.
We continue to care for residents to the end of life working in collaboration with Hospice at Home and the District
Nursing team.
Quality standard accreditations were successfully retained during the year. The ISO 9001.'2015 was re-assessed
ice throughout the year wilh no significant issues identified.
The systems and procedures established lo meet these rigorous accreditations are continuously completed and
reviewed and inform monitoting and Teporting processes.
A monthly quality provider return is completed for Blackpool Council called PAMMS. This collects quality provider
data and feeds it back into Blackpool Council and its partners. 11 covers topics such as quality and safety
audits l infection control I preventable harm I medication I management I workforce.
The Caregivers at Home client numbers continue to increase year on year. A total of 189 clients purchased a
total of 9996.5 domestic hours during 2024125. The gardening seNice had approximately 61 clients purchasing
662 hrs of work. This flexible, needs-led service, supports clients to continue living independently in their own
homes. Following an assessment by the Co-ordinator, individual requirements are discussed, identified and
agreed. Staff undertake a variety of tasks including., cleaning, laundry, shopping, gardening, correspondence and
community support for adults with learning disabilities. The service is also valued by relatives and carers by
providing regular contact with their family member.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Low Vlslon Centre
The purpose of the Low Vision Centre is to promote. encourage and provide support for clients to achieve
independent living. There are 2965 visually impaired people currently recorded on the database, who live in
Blackpool, Fylde and Wre. From 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2024, 183 clients ceased contact, for various
reasons and 359 new referrals were received throughout the year. The majority of new clients were referred via
word of mouth and from the Blackpool Teaching Hospitals Trust through the Eye Clinic Liaison Officer. The other
sources of referrals are diverse and include. the Stroke Association, Blackpool Victoria Hospilal Stroke Discharge
UnÈt, orthoptists. Heallh and Wellbeing Officers. Health Practitioners, GP'S. Frailty Team. Care Givers, Social
Prescribers and local Opticians.

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CAPTION.. Free a￿$ dispensed by ourLow ViS￿n Cenlre
1532 people accessed the Low Vision Centre for rehabilitation during the year and do so for many reasons.
whether to seek advice, information and emotional support or to take advantage of our extensive range of
equipment available lo aid independent living. In the Low Vision Team, we have two member5 of staff who have
lived experiences of living with Sight Loss and this experience is invaluable in the running and delivery of an
excellent service.
Low Vlsion
As part of the Low Vision Rehabilitation Pathway, the Support V￿o￿(erS provide one lo one emotional, practical
and rehabilitation support for new clier)ts, usually following a recent diagnosis or treatment of serious eye
condrtions. The aims of the Low Vision Scheme are to provide visual aids to clients IFving With siglrt loss, improve
eye health, help eliminate avoidable sight loss and to reduce the demand upon the Eye Clinic at Victoria
Hospitsl, Blackpool. The Community Service Department is sub-contracted from Primary Eyecare to deliver low
vision assessments both on site.and in the communty. Ive have four trained Low Vision Support Specialists who
assess clients, functional vision and issue appropriate visual aids. including han&held magnifiers and anti-glare
glasses. distance aids and so much more. Also, they would show technology and help them through the pitfalls ot
learning technology. Clients are also referred on to other N-vision and external services. The ICB said our low
vision Service is a ￿ntre of excellence and would like to roll this out across England a5 il is a unique service. 342
Low Vision Assessments were conducted throughout the year.

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Wision Rehabilitation Specialist IVRS)
The VRS qualified in September 2024 (L5 Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Worter). This is a new important role
in the team. working very closety with the Community Service Manager on delivering projects and training. The
VRS roles and responsibililie5 are diverse and include the following-, writing case studies and testimonials,
implementsng and managing projects. managing befriending volunteers. conducting LVAS, teaching clients how
to use technology, conducting risk assessments and delivering intemal and extemal Visual Awareness Training.
C8Ption.' Two of our own staff undenJoing Sighl Loss AWa￿nesS training
Eye Cllnlc Llaison Officer IECLO)
The ECLO is funded by the Blackpool and the Fylde and Wyre Clinical Commissioning Groups. Based at Victoria
Hospital. Ophthalmology Clinic the ECLO 15 an integral part and highly regarded member of the hospital team
playing a vital role in advising, informing and referring patienls. at the point of diagnosis, to Ihe Low Vision Centre
and the range of support and services offered. During the year, 1628 patients were supported by the ECLO
through face to face or telephone contact.
The ECLO also attends various committees and meetings within the hospital eg. Ophthalmic Directorate, Patient
and Carer Experien￿ and Involvement Committee and Equality and Inclusion Implementation Group. thu5
ensuring that the needs of p81ients wth visual impairments are represented and providing advice on the various
methods available for effective communication.
Asslstlve Technology
Business has continued with our suppliers to ensure dients have had access to digital and electronic visual aids,
either by visiting the Low vision Centre or by organising visits wilh suppliers in clients. homes. There has been an
increase in the number of electronic aids sold, which includes; Electronic Magnifiers. Screen Readers, Orcams,
Synapptic Tablets and Phones. The development and growth in the use of assistive lechnology continues in
response to the demands of new clients. One-to-one Synapptic training has been delivered by the Low Vision
Support Workers and Volunteer to 36 clients. free of charge. at the Low Vision Centre.
COMMUNttY ACTIVITIES
Community Engagement
Our Activities Coordinator has delivered a range of activities throughout the year and including activities such as.
Chair Yoga. Dancing. Walking, Indoor Climbing. Boccia, Te￿Pin Bowling and Social Groups. In total, there were
449 attendances to these sessions which is brilliant. The sessions have also been regularly supported by 44
volunteers, friends and carers.

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Capt￿n.. One of our walking group oulings. to Stan18y Pa
Outreach Vlslts
Outreach visits have been provided by one of our Low Vision Support Vvorkers who conducts Low Vision
Assessm8nts in the clients, hornes. The demand for this Servi￿ has increased, as we have seen an increase in
referrals from the Frailty SeNice for clients who lack mobility and confidence in leaving their homes. This service
enabled them to gain aGcess lo a range of visual aids to support them wlh their sight loss. 428 oulreach visits
were conducted throughout Blackpool. Fylde and Ilfyre.
Befriending Servlce
Eric Wright Charltable Foundation have continued lo fund our befriending service for a second of three years, of
a Multi-year Grant. This service has gone from strength-to-strength and is delivered by two members of staff and
a team of volunteers. From July 2024 to March 2025. 391 befriending visits were made lo 57 clienls by the Iwo
Befriending Officers. 10 volunteers on this service made 210 visits to clients in community. The leam of
volunteers have met up for two peer groups sessions thi5 year whtch has worked really well.
Caption." A befriending volunteerand her client
Café Clubs
Café Clubs continue lo be one of most popular services with Poulton Café Club being reignited. There were 899
attendances to our Café Clubs across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre, which were 5UPPOrted by the Community
Services Department staff and volunteers. The monthly Café Clubs are open to clients and their family members
and carers at.. Holiday Inn Hotel, Blackpool,. North Euston Hotel. Flee￿oOd. The Tramway, Cleveleys, Thyme
Café, Poulton., and the Glendower Hotel, St Annes.

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Social Group
The group meets every Thursday. from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm for a full day of activities including" bingo. quizzes,
entertainment and a hot, ￿-Course lunch. In total, 766 attendances were made by 22 clients, who a￿anged
their own transport to and from the Group.
Caption.. A Social Club session, supported by stam and volunteers
Talklng News Servlce
In the year, a total of 9252 Digital Audio Plugs (DAPS) were distributed. There has been a decline the number
of distributions during the year, which can be attributed to several faclors. including acces5 to the service via the
website and Sound Cloud option and the increased a￿eSSIbIlity of local and national news via smart devices.
The team have sel up a new digital, YouTube channel. where news can be digitally uploaded and shaved with
clients accessing technology.
As lechnology advances it is important for the Community se￿iCe Department to provide a variety of platfomis
and means for communicating with our clients, residents, volunteers and stakeholders.
Caption.. Two of theTalking News team in the studio
Community Services Manager
The CSM plans to expand serVI￿S in 2025 onwards. such as developing,. a Children's and Young People
Service (CYP), a Stroke Clinic, expanding our gardening and outdoors offer, developing our Communications
Hub and providing mental health support to clients. The CSM sits on the Local Optical Committee and
Lancashire Eye Health Ne￿Ork and is helping to Eyecare Pathway across Lancashire. We now have a
programme for eye clinic staff to shadow our Low Vision SpecFalist so they can get an insFght into the excellent
work we do at N-vision.

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Charity Shops
The two charity shops have been led by a new Charty Shops Manager who started at the beginning of the
financial year in April and who has brought an element of dynamism and fla￿ for managing shops and attracting
customers. He started by changing the Cleveleys Shop around and concentraling on Ihe constant flow of stock
and using the window space to attract people into the shop. As for the Highfield Rd Charity Shop, that also was
stuck in the past, and needed completely changing. The management team completely transformed the shop
arOUr￿ and, in a way, out with old, in ￿th the new tactics and this has completely paid off, generating more sales
than ever in this financial year. In this time, a volunteer was progressed into an Assistant Manager role, and
another volunteei into a Cashier role.
Caption.. One of our charity shops in 818ckpool
All the team are working amazing alongsirje the Manager in Iransforming this space into a thriving charity shop
and comtnunily hub who rely on a constant flow of afflazing donations comin9 through the doors on 8 day-lo-day
basis. The work ethic of all of the staff and volunteers of both shops are a credit to the charity and the shops they
Se￿e. Also, as a result of an expanding team they have gained support from two other members of the company
one staff member from Care Givers, and one from the Care Home complementing our cross charity working and
team approach.

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SUPPORT SERVICES
Complete Catering
Complete Catering consistently strives to achieve outstanding results within Health and Safetyl Food Hygiene
regulations. They continued to retain their 5-star rating wilh the local EHO, which they have held over Ihe past 14
years. They also achieved a great rating wrth their latest ISO in5pects'on. The Kitchen staff successfully passed
their level 2 food hygiene course and all in-house training provhled by the home was completed.
They delivered a number of themed days throughout the year, which were enjoyed by residents and staff. This
includes themes such as Mexican, Italian, Chilnese and Indian. They provide a special menu at Easter, bank
holiday5 and the national holidays such as St Georges, Day and Burns Night. They provided a fiv&day menu
over the Christmas period.
Throughout the year, they have delivered more seNices for intem21 departments and external agenaes and
including catering for our Visual Awareness Training, Tech Clubs and Social Groups.
For VE Day 80th celebrations, they provided an extensive buffet with paty food reminiscent of the 1940's era.
Residents have also been enjoying a monthly cheeseboard and nibbles evenings which have been well received.
During volunteers, month they provided a varied buffet which was highly complimented by volunteers, residents
and staff.
Throughout the year they continued to develop modem dishes for the residents. This was to gain feedback for
new menus, encourage residents to try new flavours and give them overall insight into their food preferences.
They alway5 Strive to meet individual requests from residents.
Complete Catering regularly donate to the home raffles to help raise money for the residents, amenities fund and
this includes Christmas Hampers. bottles of alcohol etc.
Complete Catering continues to provide a higPFqualty seprfice. producing vhiolesome home-made meals using
fresh ingredients for both residents and staff.
Urban Organlcs
Urban Organics have continued to maintain our grounds and deliver a weekly gardening club for our residents,
clients and volunteers.
Caption." Our gafflening club in oursummertpouse
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Flnanclal review
Every effort is made to maximise income generation opporbjnities and secure independent income and align
reSoUr￿S in order to fund and support seNices and infrastTUCture.
The accounts Show a surplus of £441.419 (2024 £147.051} after a net loss on investments of £7,955 (2024
profit £24,391) and a revaluation of the Princess Alexandra Home surplus of £253,432. Retained reserves at 31
March 2025 amounted to £3,064,816 (2024 .' £2,623.397). being unrestricted funds of £1,894,407 and restricted
fvnds of £1,170,409.
The reseNes are held to enable N-vision to meet its charitable and legal obligations to its beneficiaries and
employees. Specifica15y the purpose of its reseNes is to: _
enable the Trustees to manage the financial risks involved in providing the agreed seNi¢es and activities.
enable the Trustees to provide for the development of new sep4ices.
enable the Trustees to meet any shortfall behveen volunlary income and the economic cost of activities
wholly, or partially, dependent on voluntary fund5.
It is the Truslees, policy to achieve and maintain unrestricted funds. vthich are the free reserwes of the charity. at
level equal to Ihe annual expenditure on our normal daY-t￿daY activities, excluding any income, which
currently equates lo approximately £1.9 mllllon. Ai present. the free reserves are £1.45 mllllon excluding fixed
assets, and restricted reserves are £1.17million. The unrestricted free reserves are therefore not sufficient to
cover a fijll year's expenditure.
The restricted reserves include an amount of £1.136,885 which can only be realised if property and ￿rtain
fixtures were disposed of. Unrestricted reserves includes £472,023 of tangible fixed assets.
It is the investment policy of the Trustees to invest funds not immediately required for day to day expenditure with
recognised fund managers on a short temi basis with low risk and into liquid funds on the recommendation of
Independent Financial Advisors.
N-vision is a local. independent. registered chatity and whilst there is reliance on legacies and donations, every
effort is made to maximise income generation opportunities and identify and secure new streams of fLnding,
independent income and reSoUr￿s. The principle funding sources are fvom the provision of care home services,
with other services provided by Caiegivers at Home and the Low Vision Centre, supported further by charity
shop income and modest grant furKling.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Human Resources and Health and Safety
Peninsula Business Services continued to provide timely and expert advice ensuring compliance with Human
Resources and Health and Safety legislation and best practi￿.
Hearts of Gold Award
The monthly Hearts of Gold Awards continue with staff across the organisation gaining recognition and reward
for going over and above their usual duties for the benefit of residents, clients and colleagues.
Volunteers
N-vision is proud of 811 of 108 adive volunteers. who give up their time every week to support the delivery of our
services and support our clients and residents living with sight loss. Thirteen new volunteers were recfuited this
year in a number of roles and including our new Walking Buddies. Seven of our wonderful volunleers volunteer in
a number of roles and capacities across the charity. which is commendable. We celebrated Nats'onal Volunteers
Week in June this year with over forty volunteers attending this annual event in Sharples Hall.
Publicity and Raising Awareness
N-vision has implemented a new digital donation function on our website and_the system is working well with
steady donations coming in through the website. social media and the QR codes links. We have issued new
collection boxes featuring the QR code for digital donations. The QR code is being used extensively, such as on
the new Signature Guide Card giveaway. Regular newsletters were sent out to all of our clients, staff member5
and volunteers Ihroughout the year to keep them abreast of N-vision a¢tivities, achievements and upcoming
events. Our communications officer has attended many nelworking events delivering awareness raising lalks
whilst growing our database of community contacts, proving very successful in widening our networks. She has
delivered talks about N-vision to rotary groups, local libraries, Blackpool Business Leaders Group and various
community events.
Training and Development
Staff at N-vision take part in intemal and external training relevant to their roles and we ensure that all Mandatory
Training is completed. Our Care Home staff have completed Fire Safety, Safeguarding L2, Health and Safety.
Food Hygiene, Moving and Handling, Basic Life Support IBLS) and Infection Prevention using Flexebee as an
online training platform. We now have two qualified ROVI'S (Rehabilitation Officers for the Vistjally Impaired) who
have achieved L5 accreditation and 6 qualified Low Vision A55essors conducting LVAS on site and in community.
The Community Service Department has delivered Visual Awareness Training to a GP Medical Practice. external
professionals. intemal staff and volunteers throughout the year. Our Low Vision Specialist has delNered over 20
one-to-one sessions for use of Synapplic and our regular volunteer has delivered over 30 sessions wilh clients.
Partnershlps
We have continued to work wrth our many partners locally. regionally and nationally, including,. our Ihree Local
Authorities, NHS England, Inlegraled Care Board (ICB), Quality Officers. CommissioneF5, Vision Aid, Associated
Optical. Synapptic, British Wireless, Visionary. VCFE Leaders Group. Lancashire Eye Health Network (LEHN),
Local Optical Committee (LOCI. Blackpool Business Leaders Group, Fylde Responsible Business Partnership,
Friends of Solaris Centre, One Fylde, Rotary Blackpool Sunrise, Grundy Art Gallery, Vl Forum for Lancashire and
RNIB.
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TRUSTEES, REPORT (CONTINUED)(INCLUDING DIRECTORS, REPORT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Plans for the Future
Strategic and Business planning are key responsibilities for the Board of Trustees in ensuring effective
governance, an efficient infrastructure and responsive, quality service provision.
N-vision's Strategic Priorities 2025-2028 are supported and delivered through our Business Plan, Risk Register
and Busine55 Continuity Plan. These policies are regularly monitored and updaled to reflect any changes and
achievements.
The Trustees, Members, Staff and Volunteers are committed to working together to achieve the Strategic
Priorities and support our Purpose and Values.
During the next two years we aim to:
1. Listen to, know and understand the needs of our current and future clients.
2. Ensure that our workforce is trained, confident in their roles and have
opportunities for development.
3. Continuously strive lo improve performance. report impact and retain quality
standards.
4. Represent and champion the aspiratrons and needs of visually impaired people
and those with other disabilities.
5. Build resilience and be resource and financially secure with robust Business and
Continuity Plans in place.
6, Communicale effectively, work collaboratively and in partnership with individuals,
organisation5 and communilies to achieve our Strategic Priorities and contribute to
wider local and national developments and initiatives.
Structure, Governance and Management
N-vision 15 the trading name of the Blackpool, Fylde and Wfyre Society for the Blind, is a registered charity,
company limiled by guarantee and a registered social landlord. The goveming document is the Memorandum
and Articles ofAssocialion as amended 16 De￿rnber 2020.
The Charity's Board of Trustees meet quarterty and are responsible for the goverrsan¢e, policy and strategic
direction of the Charity. The Charty is also guided by both local and national policy.
None of the Truslees ha5 any beneficial interest in the company. All the Trustees are also Directors for the
purposes of company law and guarantee to contribute £1 in the event of a winding up.
The Trustees, who are also the Oirectors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and
up to the date of signature of the financial statement5 were:
Pat Lord
David Wyatt
Joseph Bannister
Beverley Garrity
Wiliam Smith
Cynthia Cunnane
Tracey Evans
Daniel Pack
(appointed 26.2.25)
(appointed 19.6.24)
(appointed 19.6.24)
(appointed 23.10.24)
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TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED)(INCLUDING DIRECTORS. REPORT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The Trustees have the power at any time to appoint any person to be a Trustee either to fill a casual vacancy or
as an addition lo the existing Trustee5, bul so that the total number of Trustees shall not, al any time, exceed the
number for the time being fixed in ac¢ordance with the Articles. Any Trustee so appointed shall hold office only
until the next following Annual General Meeting and shall then be eligible for re-election.
The Chief Executive and a Senior Management Team are responsible for providing timely and effective support.
information and advice to the Board of Trustees, the implementation of governance and strategy, compliance with
legislalive and regulatory policy and best pracb'ce and the effective management of operational matters.
The Trustees regularty Teview the major risks to which N-vision is exposed and the systems which have been
established to mitigate those risks. N-wision also operates an internal audit prO￿dure. Significant external risks
to funding in relation to cuirent activities have been addressed and intemal risks are minimised by the
implementation of procedures for authorisation of all transactions and projects to ensure consistent quality of
delivery of all aspects of N-Vision'5 operational activity. These procedures are periodically reviewed to ensur8
that they meet the needs of N-vision.
Auditor
In accordance with the company's arlides. a resolution pioposing thal Champion Accountants LLP be
reappointed as auditor of the company will be put at a General Meeting.
Disclosure of Informatlon lo audltor
Each of U)e Trustees has confirmed that there is no information of which they are aware which is relevant to the
audit, bul of which the auditor is unaware. They have further confirmed that they have taken appropriate steps to
identify such relevant information and to establish that the auditor is awafe of such infomiation.
This report has been prepared in accordance with the specia5 provisions relating to small companies within Part
15 of the Companies Act 2006.
On behalf of the board of Trustees
Ister
oard of Trustees
Chair,
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STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES. RESPONSIBILITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The Trustees. who 2re also Ihe director5 of The Blackpool Fylde and Wyre Society for the Blind TIA N-vision for the
purpose of company law, are responsible for preparing the Trustees. Report and the accounts in accordance with
applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting
Practice).
Company law requires the Trustee5 to prepare accounts for each financial year which give a true and fair view of
the State of affairs of the charty and of the incoming reSoUr￿S and application of resources, inckjding the income
and expenditure, of the charitable company for that year.
In preparing these accounts. the Trustees are required to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently-
- observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP;
make judgements and estimates Ihat are reasonable and pnjdent.,
stale whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject lo any material departures
disclosed and explained in the accounts; and
prepare the accounts on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the tharity will continue
in operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at
any time the financial position of the chaiity and enable them to ensure that the accounts Comply with the
Companies Acl 2006 and the Housing Act 2018. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity
and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularilies.
Company law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair
view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming Tesources and application of resources, including the
income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that year.
In preparing these financial 5talements. the Trustees are required to..
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistentty;
- observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP..
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent:
state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures
disclosed and explained in the financial statements: and
prepare the financial statements on the going concem basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charily
will continue in operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting ￿OrdS that disclose with reasonable accuracy at
any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the
Companies A¢1 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking
reasonable steps for the prevention and detecb'on of fraud and other Irregularit￿S.
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TIA N-VISION
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE BLACKPOOL FYLDE AND WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE
BLIND
TIA N-VISION
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of The Blackwol Fylde and Wre Society for the Blind
TIA N-
Vision (the 'charrty') for the year ended 31 March 2025 which comprise the statement of financial activities, the
ba18nce sheet, the statement of cash flows and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting
policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United
Kingdom Accounting Standards. including Financial Reporting Standard 102 The Financial Reporting Standanl
appliG8ble in rh8 UK and Republic ofireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
In our opinion, the financial statements-.
give a true and fair view of the state of the charitabie companys affairs as at 31 March 2025 and of ils
incoming reSoUr￿S and application of resour￿$, including its income and expenditure, for the year then
ended.,
have been properly prepared in accordan￿ wrth United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice,.
and
have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.
Basls for oplnlon
We conducted our audit in accordance with Intemational Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAS (UKJ) and applicable
law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Audilorfs ￿SponSIbl1itieS for the audit DI
the financial slatements section of our report. We are independent of the charity in accordance with the ethical
requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC'S Ethical
standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe
that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Conclusions relating to golng concern
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the Truslees. use of Ihe golng concem basis of
accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.
Based on the work we have perfomed. we have not identified any material Un￿rtaIntIeS relating to events or
conditions that, individually or collectively. may cast significant doubl on the charity's ability lo continue as a going
concern for a period of at least ￿e1ve months from when the financial statements are aulhorised for issue.
Our responsibilities and the responsibililies of the Trustees with respect to going concem are described in the
relevant sections of this report.
other Informatlon
The other information comprises the information included in the annual report other than the financial statements
and our auditorfs report thereon. The TTUStees are responsible for the other information conlained within the annual
report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent
otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance condusion Ihereon. Our
responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other infomiation is materially
inconsistent wth the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit. or otherwise appears
to be materially misstated. If we idenlify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are
required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If.
based on the work we have perfomied. we conclude that there is a material mi5Statement of this other information,
we are required to report that fact.
We have nothing to report in this regard.
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TIA N-VISION
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE BLACKPOOL FYLDE AND WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE
BLIND
TIA N-VISION
Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companles Act 2006
In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of our audit.
the information given in the Tnjslees, report for the financial year for which the financial statements are
prepared, which includes the directors, report prepared for the pU￿OSe$ of company law, is consistent with the
financial statements.. and
the directors, report included within the Trustees. report has been prepared in accordance with applicable legal
requirements.
Matters on which we are required to report by exception
In the lighl of the knowledge and underslanding of the charity and its environment obtained in the course of the
audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the directors. report included within the Trustees, report.
We have nolhing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires
us lo report lo you if, in our opinion..
adequate accounting records have not been kept, or retums adequate for our audit have not been received
from branches not visited by us- or
the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and retums., or
rtain disclosures of Iruslees, remuneration specified by law ale not made- or
we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit., or
the Trustees were not entitled lo prepare the financial stalemenls in ac£ordance with the small Gompanie5
regime and take advantage of the small companies, exemptions in preparing the Trustees. report and from the
requirement to prepare a strategic report.
Responslbllltles of Trustees
A5 explained more fully in the ststement of TTUStees' responsibilities, the Trustees, who are also the directors of the
charty for the purpose of company law, are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being
satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Trustees determine is ne￿$sary to
enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or
error. In preparing the financial slatements, the Trustees are responsible for assessing the charity's ability to
continue as a going concem, disclosing, as applicable, malters related to going concem and using the going
concern basis of accounting unless the Tnjstees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease
operations, or have no realistic alternalive but lo do so.
Audltorfs responsibllitie5 for the audit of the financial statements
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance alx)ut whether the financial ststements as a whote are free from
material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and lo issue an auditors report that includes our opinion.
Fleasonable assurance is a high level of assurance bul is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance
with ISAS (UK) will always detect a material misstatement ￿en it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or
error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate. they could reasonably be expected lo influence
the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.
Iftegularities. including fraud. are instances of non-compliance wth laws and regulations. We design procedures in
line with our responsibilities, oullined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities. including
fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud, is detailed below.
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TIA N-VISION
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE BLACKPOOL FYLDE AND WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE
BLIND
TIA N-VISION
As part of our planning process..
we enquired of management the systems and controls the company has in place, the areas of the financial
statements that are most susceptible to the risk of irregularities and fraud. and whether there was any known,
suspected or alleged fraud. Management did not infoTm us of any known, suspected or alleged fraud.
we obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks applicable to the company. We determined
that the following were most relevant . Charities SORP FRS102, Companies Act 2006 and The Housing Act 2018.
we considered the incentives and opportunities that exist in the company. including the extent of management
bias, which present a potential for irregularities and fraud to be perpetrated. and tailored our risk assessment
accordingly.
using our knowledge of the company. together with the discussions held with management al the plannin9 Stage,
we formed a conclusion on the risk of misstatement due to irregularities induding fr8ud, and tailored our procedures
according to this risk assessment.
The key procedures we undertook to detect irregularities including fraud during the course of the audit included.
identifying and le5ting joumal entries in the overall accounting records, in particular those that were significant and
unusual.
reviewing the financial statement disdosures and determining wheth8r accounting policies have been
appropriately applied.
reviewing and challenging the assumptions and judgements used by management in their significant accounting
estimates, in particular in relation to depreciation. freehold property valuation and restricted funds movements.
assessing the extent of compliance wth the relevant laws and regulations.
testing key revenue streams, in particular cut-off and recoverabilily for evidence of management bias.
obtaining third party confirmation of malerial bank balances and investments.
documenting and verifying related party transactions and balances.
There are Inherent limitations in our audit procedures described above. The more removed that laws and
regulations are from financial transaction5, the less likely it is that we would become aware of non-compliance.
Auditing Standards also limit the audit procedures required to identify non-compliance wilh laws and regulations to
enquiry of the directors and other management, and the inspection of regulatory and legal correspondence. Material
misstatemenls that arise due lo fraud can be harder to detect Ihan those thal arise from error as they may involve
deliberate concealment or Gollusion.
A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council's website at= https:11
www.frc.org.ukJauditor5responsibilities. This description fomis part of our auditorfs report.
Use of our report
This report is made solely to the charitable company's members, as a body, in accordance wtth Chapter 3 of Part 16
of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state lo the charitakje company's
members Ihose matters we are required to state lo them in an auditor's report and for no other purpose. To the
fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility lo anyone other than the charitable
company and the charitable company's members as a body. for our audit work, for this report. or for the opinions we
have formed.
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TIA N-VISION
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE BLACKPOOL FYLDE AND WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE
BLIND
TIA N-VISION
Deborah Thom FCA (Senior Statutory Auditor>
for and on behalf of Champion Accountants LLP
a￿10)J5
Chartered Accountants
Statutory Auditor
Unit 2 Olympic Court
irtehills Business Park
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY4 5GU
Lancashire
FY4 5GU
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TIA N-VISION
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Unrestrlcted Restricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total Unrestricted Restricted
funds
funds
2024
2024
Total
2025
2024
Notes
Income and endowments from:
Donalions and legacies
Charitable activities
Other trading activities
Investments
Other income
177,679
1,670,835
227.187
34,615
9,194
76.784
254,463
75.520 1.746.3S5
227,187
34,615
9,194
13,381
1.445.155
190,274
34,254
6.504
70,331
83,712
80.173 1.525,328
190.274
34,254
6,504
Total Income
2,119.510
152,304 2,271,814
1,689,568
150,504 1,840,072
Expenditure on:
Flaising funds
Charitable activities
Other expenditure
181.693
1,742,263
181,693
151.916 1.894.179
152,635
1,677,581
7,125
152.635
174,173 1,851,754
7,125
15
Total expendilure
1,923,956
151.916 2,075,872
1,837,341
174,173 2,011,514
Net gainsl(losses} on
investments
16
(7.955)
(7.955)
24,391
24,391
Net incomel(expendlture)
187,599
388
187,987
(123,382) {23,669) (147,051)
Other recognised
galns and losses:
Revaluation of langible
fixed assels
253,432
253,432
Net movement In
funds
11
441,031
388
441,419
(123,382)
(23,669) (147,051>
Re¢on¢lllatlon of funds:
Fund balances at 1 April 2024
1.453,376 1,170,021 2.623,397
1.576.758 1,193,690 2,770,448
Fund balances at 31 March
2025
1,894,407 1,170.409 3.064,816
1.453.376 1,170,021
2,623,397
All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
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BALANCE SHEET
AS AT31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Notes
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
1,608,908
1,361,163
Current assets
stocks
Debtors
Investments
Cash at bank and in hand
19
20
21
4,520
101,695
1,191,762
306,443
6,550
107,470
1.179.427
106,649
1.604,420
1.400,096
Creditors: amounts falling due withln
one year
23
(148,512)
(137,862)
Net Current assets
1,455,908
1,262,234
Total assets less current Ilabllllles
3.064,816
2,623,397
Net assets excluding pension Ilablllty
3,064,816
2,623,397
The funds of the charfty
Restricted income funds
Unrestricted funds - general
Unrestricted funds - revaluation reserve
24
1,170.409
1.612.216
282,191
1,170,021
1,370,069
83,307
25
3,064,816
2,623,397
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance véith the provisions applicable to companies subject
to the small companies regime.
The financial statements were approved by the TTuslees on . J¢4lo.l.a.,S....
MrJ P
Chai
nister
oard of Trustees
Company registration number 02698040 (England and Vvates)
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TIA N-VISION
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Notes
Cash flows from operating activitiès
Cash generated froml(absorbed by)
operations
30
203,519
(44,155)
Investing activities
Purchase of tangible fixed a55et5
Proceeds from disposal of tangible fixed
assets
Purchase of inveslments
PrO￿edS from disposal of investments
Investment income received
{18,149)
12,504)
100
(278,213)
257.922
34.615
(928,234)
969,056
34,254
Net cash (used in)Igenerated from
investlng activities
(3,725)
72.572
Net cash used in financing actlvltles
Net Increase in cash and cash equivalents
199,794
28,417
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
1C6,649
78,232
Cash and cash equlvalents at end of year
306,443
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THE BLACKPOOL FYLDE AND WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND
TIA N-VISION
STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Critical accoUn￿ng estlmates and judgements
In the application of the charty'5 accounting policies. the Tnjstees are required to make judgement5,
estimates and assumptions aboul the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent
from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other
facloTS thal are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting
estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affecls ￿lY that
period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both currenl and future
periods.
Critical judgements
Useful economlc Ilfe of tangible fixed assets
The useful economic lrfe of tangible fixed assets is judged at the point of purchase and reviewed at each
financial reporting dale. The judgement is based on trustees in depth knowledge of the industry in thich the
charity operates and of the individual assets.
As standard, the useful economic lives are applied as shown in rK)te 3.6.
At each Balance Sheet date, the Irustees undertake an assessment of the carrying amounts of the tangibl&
fixed assets based on their knowledge of the assets to determine whether there is any indication that assets
have suffered an impairment loss. Wthere necessary. an impairment charge is recognised in the Statement of
Financial Aclivilies.
At appropriate intervals, an extemal formal valuation of the freehold land and buildings is carried out.
Key sources of estimatlon uncertalnty
Impaimient of trade debtors
At each Balance Sheel date. the truslees and their finance team undertake a review of outstanding debtor
balances and estimate which, if any, should be impaired or provided against. This calculation is based on the
financial position of the customers, the historic speed of paymenl, and any ongoing discussions between the
Charity and the individual debtor.
Income from donatlons and legacles
Unrestricted Restricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total Unrestrlcted Restrlcted
funds
funds
2024
2024
Total
2025
2024
Donations and gifts
Legacies
Grants
17,165
160,514
13.400
30,565
160,514
63.384
11.881
1.500
10,000
21,881
1,500
60.331
63.384
60.331
177,679
76.784
254.463
13,381
70.331
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THE BLACKPOOL FYLDEAND WYRE SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND
TIA N-VISION
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Accounting policies
Charity information
The Blackpool Fylde and Wyre Society for the Blind TIA N-Vision} is a private company limited by guarantee
incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is Princess Alexandra Home. Bosworth Place,
Blackpool, Lancashire. FY4 1SH.
3.1 Accounting convention
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's Memorandum & Article5 of
Association, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 °The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland. ("FRS 102°) and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charilies.. Statement
of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)" (effective 1 January 2019> and
Accounting for Registered Socia Landlords. The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The financial Statements are prepared in sterting, which is the ftjnclional currency of the charily. Monetary
amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the ne8￿$t £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the
revaluation of freehold properties. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
3.2 Golng Concern
At the time of approving the financial statements. the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity
has adequate resources lo continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the Trustees
continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
3.3 Charltable funds
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of their charitable
objectives.
Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The
purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial slatements.
Endowment funds are subjed lo specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the
charity.
3.4 Incomlng resources
Income is re¢ognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after aTly performance conditions have been met,
the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income wll be received.
Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donalions are recognised once the charity has been notified
of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in
relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution,
the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known. the legacy is treated as a
contingent asset.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
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Accounting policies
(Continued)
Donated goods a￿ recognised as income when the charty has control over the item, any conditions
associated with the donated item have been met. the receipt of the economic benefit from the use by Ihe
charity of the item is probable and the economic benefft can be measured reliably. Stocks of undistributed
donated goods are not valued for balance sheet purposes.
In accordance with the Charities SORP. the general volunteer time is not recognised and reference is made in
the trustee's annual report about their contribution.
Grants include amounts receivable from local authorities and olher organisations. They are recognised as
income when the charity has entFtlement to the funds. any perfom)ance conditions attached to Ihe grants have
been mel, it is probable that the income will be re￿Ived and the amount can be measured reliably and is not
deferred.
3.5 Resources expended
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constfuctive obligation to transfer economic bènefit to a
third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement, and the amount of
the obligation can be measured reliably.
Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and
shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direcl costs altributable to a single
activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and
supporl costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis
consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and
depreciation charges are allocated on the portion of the asset's use.
Resources expended are accounted for on an accruals basis inclusive of irrecoverable Value Added Tax, and
have been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category.
Costs of raising funds comprise the costs of operating a charty shop and costs associated with general fund
raising events.
Support costs are those functions that assist the work of the charity but do not directly undertake charitable
activities, and include staff costs .Govemance costs include audit fees, deprecialion and an elemert of office
and salary costs. Support and govemance costs are allocated behveen cost of raising funds and expeThJilure
on charitable activities. and the bases of allocation are set out in note 10.
3.6 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation. net of
depreciation and any impairment losses.
Tangible fixed assets are staled at cost less depreciation. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write
off the cost less estimaled residual value of each asset over ils expected usefvl life, as follows:
Land and buildings
Staight line over 92 year5 on building cost following
revaluationlnil on land
straight line over 5 years
20% on NBV
Fixtures, fittings & equipment
Motor vehicles
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the dtfference be￿een the sale
proceeds and tho carrying value of the asset. and is recognised in the slatement of financial activities.
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Accounting pollcles
{Contlnued)
3.7 Current asset investments
Current asset inveslments are inilially measured at transaction price excluding transaction costs, and are
subsequently measured at fair value at each reporting date. Transaction costs are expensed as incuffed.
Changes in fair value are recognised in other recognised gains and losses except to the extent that a gain
reverses a loss previously recognised in net income expenditure, or a loss exceeds the accumulated gains
recognised in equity., such gains and loss are recognised in net incomel(expenditure) for the year.
3.8 Impalmiènt of fixed assets
At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine
whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment 1055. If any such ind￿allOn
exists. the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment
loss (if any).
3.9 stocks
Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost
comprises direct malerials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overhead5 that have been
incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition. Items held for distribution at no or
nominal consideration are measured the lower of replacement cost and cost.
Net realisable value is the estimated selling price less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be
incurred in marketing, selling and distribution.
3.10 Cash and cash equlvalenls
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with bank5, Other 5hort-tem liquid
investments with original maturities of three months or less. and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown
within borrowings in current liabilities.
3.11 Financial Instruments
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 'Basic Financial Instruments. and Section 12
'Olher Financial Instruments Issues, of FRS 102 to all of its financial inslruments.
Flnancial instruments are recognised in the charitls balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the
Contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial slatements, when
there is a legally enforceable right to sel off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a
net basis or lo realise the assel and seltle the liability simultaneously.
Baslc flnancial assets
Basic financial assets, which include deblors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured
transaction price including transaction costs and aFe subsequently carried at amortised cost using the
effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is
measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a matket rate of interest. Financial assets
classtfied as receivable within one year are not amortised.
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Accountlng pollGle5
(Contlnuedl
Basic flnancial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are inrtially recognised at transaciion price unless
the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, whlere the debt instrument is measured al the present
value of the future paymenls discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable
within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate melhod.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of
operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one
year or less. If not, they are Presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at
transaction price and subsequently measured at amoriised cost using Ihe effective interest method.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised vthen the charity's contractual obligations expire or are discharged or
cancelled.
3.12 Employee beneflts
The cost of any unused holiday entillemenl is recognised in the period in which the employee's services are
received.
Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed
to lerminate ihe employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.
3.13 Retlrement benefits
The charity partlcipated in a final salary scheme operated by Lancashire County Council until g June 2017
when membership was terminated on retirement of the last active member. The cost of providing retirement
pensions and related benefits was charged lo the statement of financial activitie5 over the employees, service
lives on the basis of a constant percentage of earnings. Any difference between the charge to the statement
of financial activities and the contributions paid to the scheme was shown as an asset or liability in the
balance sheet.
3.14 Organisation's status
The charity is a company limited by guarantee. In the event of the society being wound up. the liability in
respect of the guarantee is limited lo £1 per member of the charity.
3.15 Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recogni5ed at the settlement amount due. Prepayments are valued at the
amount prepaid.
3.16 Creditors and provisions
Creditors and provisions are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event
that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amounl due lo settle the obligation can
be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors and provisions are nonnally recognised al their settlement
amount after allowing for any trade discounls due.
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Charitable activities
PrI￿e$S Careglvors at
Alexandra
Home
Low Vislon
Centre
Total
2025
Total
2024
Sale of goods
Services provided under contract
Performance relaled grants
Charitable rental income
77.738
77,738
210,895
75,520
1,382,202
122,653
202,965
80,173
1,119,537
210.895
75.520
1.382,202
1.382.202
210,895
153,258 1,746,355
1,525,328
Analysis by fund
Unrestricted funds
R8slricted funds
1.382,202
210,895
77,738 1,670,835
75,520
75,520
1.382,202
210,895
153,258 1,746,355
Forthe year ended 31 March 2024
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
1,119.537
202,985
122.653
80,173
1,445,155
80,173
1,119,537
202,965
202,826
1.525,328
Other trading activities
2025
2024
Shop income
227,187
190,274
other income
Unrestricted Unrestrlcted
funds
funds
2025
2024
Net gain on disposal of tangible fixed assets
Other income
100
9,094
6,504
9,194
6,504
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Expenditure on raising funds
Unrestricted Unrestrlcted
funds
funds
2025
2024
Fundraising and publlcity
Other fundraising costs
Staff costs
Support costs
5,637
9,825
8,298
14,393
2,795
6,259
23,760
23.447
Trading costs
Operating charity shops
Staff costs
Support costs
60,454
86,941
10,538
55,138
65,970
8,080
157,933
129,188
Total costs
181,693
152,635
Investments
2025
2024
Income from listed investments
Interest receivable
33,467
1,148
33,702
552
34,615
34,254
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Charltable activities
(Contlnued)
For the year ended 31 March 2024
N Wislon Caregivers Low Vlslon
Home
at Home
Centre
Social
Centre
Talklng
News
Total
2024
Staff cos15
Depreciation and
impairment
Catering services
Renl, rates and water
Light and heat
Insurance
Transport, travel and
sub5iStence (incl minibus)
Telephone
Repairs, renewals and
cleaning
Printing, stationery and
advertising
Legal and professional fees
Sundries
Staff training and
recruitment
Low vision alds
Computer expenses
Bank charges
other charilable
expendilur8
643,957
188.366
209.627
1.057
6.226 1,049,233
21,738
185,743
13,918
42,238
15.872
174
599
22.511
185,743
20,205
59,249
24,337
1,179
3,190
1.587
3,929
10,632
5,291
393
1,063
529
2,126
1.058
7,887
8.787
12.409
20,296
8,787
88.485
204
888
42
973
90,592
9,711
23,559
2,912
9,711
33,998
10,711
1,949
6.498
212
650
7,480
1,342
107
7,126
2.404
72,465
5,270
9,530
72,465
18,952
9.877
988
329
2,488
27,709
27,709
1,109,585
197.463
329,799
11,543
15,705 1,664,095
Share of support costs (see
note 10)
Share of g0Veman￿ costs
(see note l O)
93,886
9,389
31,295
3,130
6,259
143,959
27,313
2.731
9.104
910
3,642
43,700
1,230,784
209.583
370.198
15,583
25.606 1.851,754
Analysls by fund
Unrestr5Cted funds
Restrided funds
1.056,611
174.173
209,583
370,198
15.583
25,606 1,677,581
174.173
1,230.784
209,583
370.198
15,583
25,606 1,851,754
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10 Support costs
Support Govemance
costs
costs
2025 Support costs Governan
costs
2024
staff costs
207,446
23,050
230,496
156.477
17.386
173.863
Audit fee5
Accountancy
Legal and professional
8.460
8.460
8,960
5,610
13,566
8.960
5,610
13,566
24,480
24,480
207.446
55,990
263,436
156.477
45,522
201,999
Analysed be￿een
Fundraising
Trading
Charitable activities
8,298
8,298
190,850
8,298
10,538
244.600
6.259
6,259
143.959
6,259
80,813
187.659
2.240
53.750
1,822
43,700
207,446
55,990
263,436
156,477
45,522
201,999
11 Net movement in funds
2025
2024
The net movement in funds is slated after chargingl(crediting):
Fees payable to the charity's auditor..
for the audil of the charity's financial statements
- for other assurance services
for tax advisory services
Depreciation of owned tangible fixed assets
(Profit)Iloss on disposal of tangible fixed assets
8,460
8,960
5,610
5,007
22,511
7,125
23,837
{100)
12 Trustees
None of the Trustees (or any persons connected with Ihem) received any remuneration or expenses during
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13 Description of charitable a¢tlvities
NVI
The Princess Alexandra Residential Home provides specialist residential accommodation and care for visually
impaired residents.
IA
This is a community based seNice supporting older people in their own home. assisting with a variety of day
to day tasks.
Low Visio
Centra
This centre provides support for clients to achieve independent living via information sessions and technology
exhibitions and workshops.
The Social Centre provides community based clients with an opportunity for social inleraclion, witri bi-weekly
sessions offering a range of activities.
Gives access to the written word via a home based digital audko system.
14 Employees
The average monthly number employees during the year was..
2025
Number
2024
Number
Management
Charitable Activities
76
67
Total
80
71
Employment costs
2025
2024
Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Other pension Gosts
1,279,596
84,041
30,103
1,210,747
59,722
21.391
1,393,740
1,291,860
Full lime equivalent numbers of staff were 46 {2024 . 43).
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14 Employees
(Continued)
Remuneration of key management personnel
The remuneration of key management personnel was as follows..
Aggregate compensation
112,872
135,697
15 Other expendlture
Unrestrlcted Unreslrlcted
funds
funds
2025
2024
Net loss on disposal of tangible fixed assets
7,125
16 Gains and losses on Investments
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds
funds
2025
2024
Gainsl(losses) arising on:
Revaluation of investments
Sale of investments
{1,749)
{6,206)
104,875
(80,484)
(7,955)
24,391
17 Taxation
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18 Tangible fixed assets
Freehold land
and buildings
Fixtures, Motor vehlcles
fittings &
gquipmont
Total
Cost or valuation
At 1 April 2024
Additions
Disposals
Revaluation
1,400,000
308,363
18,149
(4,607)
14,341
1,722,704
18,149
(4,607>
200,000
200.000
Al 31 March 2025
1,600,000
321,905
14,341
1,936,248
Depreciation and Impairment
At 1 April 2024
Depreciation charged in the year
Eliminated in respect of disposals
Revaluation
65.328
10,938
285.630
12,150
(4,607)
10,582
749
361,540
23,837
(4,607)
(53,432)
(53.432)
At 31 March 2025
22.834
293,173
11,331
327,338
Carrylng amount
At 31 March 2025
1.577.168
28,732
3,010
1,608,908
At 31 March 2024
1,334,671
22.733
3,759
1,361,163
At 31 March 2025, had the revalued assets been carried at historic cost less accumulated depreciation and
accumulated itnpairment losses, their carrying amount would have been approximately £1,195,382 {2024
£1,146,632).
The charity adjusted the value of land and buildings in 2025 in accordance with a informal indeperKlent
valuation report prepared on an open market value basi5 and the trustees consider the current market value
to be as stated in the financial stalements. They wlll continue to commission open market valuations of the
propety at approximately 5 yearly intervals.
19 Stocks
2025
2024
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20 Debtors
2025
2024
Amounts falling due within onè year..
Trade debtors
Prepayments and accrued income
89,387
12.308
93.909
13,561
101,695
107,470
21 Current asset Investrnents
2025
2024
Listed investments
1.191,762
1,179.427
Cash balances included above of £17.383 (2024: £10,666) V￿re not invested at the Balance Sheet date.
22 Flnanclal Instruments
2025
2024
Carrying amount of financlal assets
Instruments measured al fair value through profit or loss
1,191,762
1,179,427
23 Credltors: amounts falllng due wlthln one year
2025
2024
Other taxation and social security
Trade creditors
other creditors
Accruals and deferred income
13,585
37,263
43,563
54,101
12,075
44,730
21,563
59,494
148,512
137,862
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24 Restrlcted funds
The restricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust
subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used.
At 1 April
Incoming
Resources
2024
resources
expended
Transfers At 31 March
2025
P.A. home Building Fund
Fixed Assets
Garfield Weston
Katies Fund
Eric Wright
Health Authority LVC
Weston Pilotlight
Community Foundation
Blackpool Council
Donnelly Fund
1,138,344
8,487
1,402
10.288
(8.249)
(1,698)
(749>
(539>
(27.000)
(75.520)
1,130,095
6,789
653
19,749
10.000
27,000
75,520
11.500
11,500
26,412
9.972
3,400
{26,412)
(9,972)
(1.777)
1,623
1.170,021
152.304
(151,916)
1,170,409
Prevlous year:
At 1 April
2023
Incomlng
resources
Resources
expended
Transfers At 31 March
2024
P.A. home Building Fund
Fixed Assets
Garfield Weston
Katies Fund
Eric Wright
He81th Authority LVC
Weston Pilollight
Interactive table funds
Lancs CC Digital Care Records
Community Foundalion
Blackpool Council
Cilizens Advice Bureau
1,145,943
10,609
1.884
10,848
(7.599)
(2,122)
{482)
(10,560)
{25,000)
(80.173)
1,138,344
8,487
1,402
10,288
10.000
25,000
80.173
11.500
2,438
10.468
11,500
(2,438)
(10,468)
(23,641)
(9.690)
(2,000)
23,641
9,690
2,000
1,193,690
150,504
(174,173)
1,170.021
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Restricted funds
Icontlnuèd)
The purpose of the main restricted funds is as follows..
PA Home Bulldlng Fund - funds utilised to build the PA Home.
Health Authority LVC - funds for the Low Vision Centre.
Lancashlre County Council Digital Care Records - digitisation of care records.
Communlty Foundatlon - fijnding lo deliver activities from the Community Service department.
Blackpool Council - cost of living grant lo support community in need.
Donnelly Fund - provision of items for Gommunity in need.
25 Unrestrlcted funds
The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise Ihe unexpended balances of donations and grants which are
not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include
designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.
At 1 April
2024
Incoming
resources
Resources
expended
Galns and At 31 March
losses
2025
Revaluation reserve
General funds
83.307
1,370,069
200.000
1,919,510
(1,116)
(1.922,840)
282,191
1,612,216
245.477
1.453.376
2.119.510
(1.923,956)
245,477
1,894,407
Prevlous year:
At 1 April
2023
Incomlng
resouTces
Resources
expended
Gains and At 31 March
losses
2024
Revaluation reserve
General funds
83.890
1.492,868
(583)
(1.836,758)
83,307
1,370,069
1,689.568
24,391
1,576.758
1.689.568
(1,837,341)
24,391
1,453.376
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26 Analys5s of net assets between funds
Unrestricted
funds
Restrlcted
funds
Total
2025
2025
2025
Fund balances at 31 March 2025 are represented by:
Tangible assets
472,023
Current assetsl{liabilities)
1.422.384
1,136,885
33.524
1,608,908
1,455,908
1,894,407
1,170,409
3,064,816
Unrestricted
funds
Restrlcted
funds
Total
2024
2024
2024
Fund balances at 31 March 2024 are represented by:
Tangible assets
214.332
Current assetsl(liabilities)
1,239.044
1,146,831
23,190
1,361,163
1,262,234
1,453,376
1,170,021
2,623,397
27 Retlrement benefit schemes
Defined contribution schemes
The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme for all qualifying employees. The assets of the
scheme are held separately from those of the Charity in an independentty administered fund. All employees
aged 18 and over are eligible to apply to join the scheme after completing three months service. The employer
contribution to the scheme is 60A of the memberfs contractual gross pay and the membels contribution must
be a minimum of 30h of their contractual gross pay. Some members of the scheme also receive death in
service benefits equivalent to twice their annual contractual pay. The cost of this benefit is borne by the
employer. As at the 31 March 2025 there were no oulstanding pension contributions.
The charge to profit and loss in respect of defined contribution scheme costs was £30,103 (2024 . £21,391).
28 Operating lease commitments
At the reporting end date the chanty had outstanding commitments for future minimum lease payments under
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28 Operatlng lease commltments
(Continued)
2025
2024
thin one year
Be￿een and five years
In over five years
51,917
130,000
20,000
38,417
18,000
201,917
56,417
29 Rèlated party transactlons
There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2024 - none).
30 Cash generated frornl{absorbed by) operatlons
2025
2024
Surpluslldeficit) for the year
187,987
{147,051)
Adjustments for:
Investment income recognised in statement of financial activities
(Gain)Iloss on disposal of tangible fixed assets
Loss on disposal of investments
Fair value gains and losses on investments
Depreciation and impairment of tangible fixed assets
(34,615)
(100)
6,206
1,749
23,837
(34,254)
7,125
80,484
{104,875)
22,511
Movements in working capital:
Decreasel{increase) in stocks
Decrease in debtors
Increase in creditors
2,030
5,775
10,650
(250)
114,915
17,240
Cash generated froml(absorbed by) operatSons
203,519
(44,155)
31 Analysis of changes In net funds
The charity had no material debt during the year.
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