Scouts
FLINTSHIRE SCOUT DISTRICT
ANNUAL REPORT
2024

Flintshire District Scout Council
Charity No: 1023503
Address:
The Gladstone Centre
Chester Road
Hawarden
Flintshire
CH5 3GL
Trustees
The following acted as Trustees during the year to 31 December 2024:
Michael Bowen
Laura CalLaghan
Daniel Campbell
Mared Eastwood
Lisa McKenzie
Dr Terrence Gleave
Elved Gray- Jones
Helena Heaps
Alan Henshaw
Susan Lloyd
Steven Love
Daniel ReynoLds
James Reynolds
Allan Roberts
Gareth Roberts
Jerry Somerton
Gladstone Centre warden
To 20 May 2024
Secretary
To 5 February 2024
District Commissioner
From 11 December 2023 Chair
From 21 October 2024
Lead Volunteer
To 21 October 2024
To 21 October 2024
District Explorers Commissioner
Assistant Lead Volunteer
To 21 October 2024
Treasurer
Structure & Governance
The Charity is governed by the model constitution from The Scout Association's Policy,
Organisation and Rules. The constitution is adopted each year.
The Scout CounLil is thc body which has charity governance responsibility for Scouting in
the Group, District or County. J'hc 'frustee Board is accountable to the Scout Council.
Membership of the Scout Council does not provide membership of the Scouts. There are four
categories of membership of cach Scout Council:
Fi.x officio
b. Nominated
Co-opted (only for the County Scout Council)
d. Right of attendance

The Trustee Board is a team of volunteers who work together, as charity Trustees, to make
surc the Scouts is run safely and legally. At the heart of their role is a focus on strategy.
perfom]ance and assurance. Effective Trustee support helps other volunteers run ihe Scout
programme that gives young people skills for life.
Membership of the Trustee Board is approved at each Annual General Meeting.
Objectives
The purpose of the District Scout C()uncil within the structure of the Scouts is to provide
leadership, advice and support for Scout CJroups in an arca of Flintshire.
Activities & Performance
There is a separate report that fol lows from the Lead Volunteer.
Flint%hire F.xplorer% Lontinued to run sevcn Explorer units and a Young Lcader unit with
ovcrall numbers similar to 2023. Another busy year inLluded monthly Districi meetings,
Dott expedilion.8, weekend camps and attendancc at ihe Red Rose summer camp. The
highligihi ol. the year bein&y thc rcturn of Gladstonbury, whiLh was a &yreat success.
Membcrship ()f thc .1 argct Shootingy 'l'eam continued to increase. The Team competed in three
events.
Use ot'the Gladstone Cenlrc continue% to gjrow. The main usc continues to be for Scouting -
leader training, first aid courses. target sports and CJr()up use. But the C'entre is also hired by a
variety of other organisations. 'I'he increased activity has bccn matched by continuin
improvements and maintenance. Largcr projects this year includc new enierg?ency exit door.8.
works to comply with g7&lS safety, fenLing. extcnding car park area and Lreating> a new area for
tomah(Iwk ihrowing.
Financial Review
Thc accounts for the ycar show a net cash inflow of £2.151.95 compared to a net cash inflow
of £240.09 last year. Both rcceipts and payment8 arc significantly higher ds a result of the
Gladstonbury evenl that took placc this year. The increascs in F.xplorer activities are
attributable to attendance at summer camp. The Gladstone Centre continues lo inve%t in
mainlaining and adding to its faLilitics.
Total cash funds at 31 December 2024 are £38,771 .44. There are no restricted funds but the
Trustees have set aside £10,516.45 in three specific funds. These specific funds are reviewed
regularly 41nd amended if considered necessary.

Approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf:
L McKenzie
District Lead VoLunteer
Ortober 20. 2025

Scouts
FLINTSHIRE SCOUT DISTRICT
INCOMING DISTRICT LEAD VOLUNTEER REPORT 2023-2024
I would like to express my deep gratitude to Dan Reynolds for his invaLuabLe support
during my first year. and for his continued dedication as Deputy District Commissioner
and Interim Distrirt Lead VoLunteer. Dan has been a steadfast source of guidance,
generously sharing his extensive knowledge and experience. His insights have been
instrumentaL in helping me transition smoothly into this new role.
Dan's passion for Scouting and his unwavering commitmentto our community set a
remarkable exampLe. His contributions have greatly enhanced our district's success,
and I wish him and his group every success as he steps away from the District Lead
Volunteer roLe to focus on supporting his group.
As we moved forward in 2024 with the Transformation and Go Live, it was a rocky time
for us all transitioning, but l am pleased to say we are working welL with the new
system aLbeit a few IT bugs in the system once in a while. My f irst year has seen lots of
high-Level communication issues around safety and safeguarding within FLintshire, and
this is a priority that I will continue to focus on, that said it has not allowed me to come
and visit the groups as intended but l Look forward to seeing you all and supporting
you.
Last year I stated that during my term, l aim to continue strengthening our current
groups and fostering growth across the district. My primary focus will be on increasing
awareness and support in key areas such as Mental Health. Additional Needs. and
Equality and Diversity. This includes providing training and resources to help our
volunteers better understand and address these important topics. Our colLective efforts
already help create an inclusive environment where everyone feeLs valued and
supported, regardLess of background or ability. By prioritizing these areas, we hope to
buiLd an even stronger, more resilient community that thrives together. This is still the
case and in the next year some developments are happening pLease keep your eyes
and ears open.
Scouting is built on the values of integrity, respe¢ care, belief, and cooperation. These
values guide us in developing young people and preparing them for a positive future.
They teach us to be responsible citizens and empathetic leaders, committed to making
the world a better place. I look forward to working together and achieving great things.
Thank you to everyone who makes Flintshire Scouting truly exceptional!
Lisa Mckenzie
District Lead Volunteer

Charity No: 1023503
FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2024

FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
I report to the Trustees on my examination of the accounts of Flintshire District Scout Council
(Charity No.. 1023503) for the year ended 31sI December 2024, which are set out on pages 2
to5.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance
with the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act")
I report in respect of my examination of the Charity's accounts carried out under section 145
of the 2011 Act, and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable directions
given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5}(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I can confirm that no material matters have come to my
attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe in, any
material respect..
the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act; or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination
to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of
the accounts to be reached.
Adam Bakewell
15 Marconi House
Melbourne Street
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE12JS
September 15, 2025
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICTSCOUT COUNCIL
AECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
YearEnded 31 December2024
Note
2024
2023
As restatad
Recelpis
Mèmberships and Levies- S¢oul Groups
Memberships and Levies- Explorers
Memberships- Target Shooting Team
District activille5
Explorer activities
Duke ol Edinbuoh's awards
Glad51onbury
Winter Ball
Gladstone Centre- act￿11￿eS & camplng
Badges
Merchandise
Fundraising
Donations
Granis
Mlscellaneous income
Compemsallon
Inleresi
46,872.00
16,620.97
2.381.00
2,554.06
20,999.90
1,410.58
40,961.13
43,182.50
15,d88.97
1,270.00
3,069.00
10,185.80
1,288.58
2,516.28
21,122.90
3,537.70
804.00
25,209.25
4,977.61
438.50
1,911.24
894.93
1,450.00
730.00
3,167.38
160.00
530.00
231.05
35.00
249.54
298.10
Total receipts
167,709.27
106,838.70
Paymenls
Memberships and L￿leS
Districl activitles
Explorer aclivlties
Duke of Edinburgh's awards
Winter Ball
Gladstonbury
Badges
Merchandise
Youlh Onllne Manager
Trainlng
Contfibutions
District expenses
Explorer expenses
Gladstone Centre costs
46,705.50
4,463.39
28,040.91
1,808.63
44,650.50
4,075.73
16,725.88
1,988 97
4,494.78
510.62
4,175.90
1,058.86
1.080.00
1,506.00
2,100.00
611.77
39,579.13
3,934.99
482.70
1,080.00
1,999.00
650.00
1,271.00
6,838.94
28,703.13
2,639.90
20,979.70
Total payments
165,557.32
106.598.61
Nel receipts
Cash funds Lastyèar end
2,151.95
36,619.49
240.09
36.379.40
Cash funds thls year end
38,771.44
36.619.49
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
STATEMENT OFASSETS AND LIABILITIES
Year Ended 31 December 2024
Asat311224 Asat311223
As restated
Cash Funds
38,771.44
36,619.49
Other MonetaryAssels
Stock- badges
Debtors
Accrued income
1,788.03
2,761.03
2,300.00
2,382.04
4,292.78
6.849.06
6,674.82
Assets retalned for own use
Equipment- Cost
8,668.56
7,879.20
Llabllltles
Creditors
Accwed expenses
Defèrred incomè
1,459.60
1,336.88
2,824.00
585.40
155.42
900.00
5,620.48
1,640.82
Approved bythe Trusless on September 15, 2025 and signed on their behalf..
D G Roberts
Treasuier
L S McKenzie
Lead Volunteer
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
NOTES TO RECEIPYS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
2023
l. Dlstrict eMpense$
Insurance
Conferences
Postage & stationery
Travel & subsistenee
636.07
597.86
7.75
242.29
24.63
58.05
Web51te
Awards
Licences
Donations
Bank charges
28.78
44.90
58.00
20.00
184.32
-35.58
15.70
1,271.00
611.77
2. Explorerexpenses
Equipment & clothing
Maintenance
Hlre of premlses
Heat & light
Subscrlptlons
Donations
Mlscellaneous
Bank charges
3,725.00
15.96
2,771.00
2,313.00
46.73
78.09
31.35
176.22
72.60
25.00
225.89
6.838.94
2,639.90
3. Gla(t$tone Centre costs
Purchases
Instructors
Maintenance
Small tools & equipment
Equipment repalrs and fuel
Water
Heat & light
Insurancè
Telephone
Postage & stationery
Computer eonsumables & software
Cleaning & waste disposal
Repalrs
Travel & subslstence
Clothing
Web51te
Miscellaneous
Donations
Bank charges
48.54
loo.00
12,969.90
1,321.50
3,244.43
204.00
3,576.21
1,444.43
424.99
341.60
12.86
2,157.83
7,842.20
1,252.69
664.46
537.42
3.481.33
1,595.26
563.20
267.16
2.606.14
114.00
1,874.09
1,837.04
462.00
75.00
122.80
300.00
49.42
62.52
60.00
69.81
28,703.13
20,979.70
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
NOTES TO RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
YearEnded 31 December2024
Cash Fund$- Unrestrlcted
At I january Restatement
2024
ol prior year
Nel
receipts
Transters At 31 December
2024
General fund
Emergency fund
Grant application support fund
Scoul representing Disirici fund
Canoe lund
25,704.21
4,500.00
1,000.00
3,116.25
479.56
1,819.47
2.151.95 -1,420.64
27.20
1,000.00
873.00
479.56
28,254.99
4.527.20
2,000.00
3,989.25
0.00
34,800.02
1,819.47
2,151.95
0.00
38,771.44
The Ilgures lor the pievlous year have been restated to reflect an Explorer Unit that was sel up bul not accounte(J for.
The ligures have been restated 10 include..
Recelpts
Payments
2,448.65
629.18
1,819.47
Bank balance at 3112 23
Cash balance al 3112 23
1,739.97
79.50
1,819.47
There are no reslricled fund$. The Trustees have established a numberol funds lor specific purposes that are reviewed
reguiarlyand amended at Iheir discretion.
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Charity No: 1023503
FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
ACCOUNTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 DECEMBER 2024

FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
I report to the Trustees on my examination of the accounts of Flintshire District Scout Council
(Charity No.. 1023503) for the year ended 31sI December 2024, which are set out on pages 2
to5.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance
with the Charities Act 2011 ("the Act")
I report in respect of my examination of the Charity's accounts carried out under section 145
of the 2011 Act, and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable directions
given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5}(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I can confirm that no material matters have come to my
attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe in, any
material respect..
the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Act; or
the accounts did not accord with the accounting records
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination
to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of
the accounts to be reached.
Adam Bakewell
15 Marconi House
Melbourne Street
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE12JS
September 15, 2025
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICTSCOUT COUNCIL
AECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
YearEnded 31 December2024
Note
2024
2023
As restatad
Recelpis
Mèmberships and Levies- S¢oul Groups
Memberships and Levies- Explorers
Memberships- Target Shooting Team
District activille5
Explorer activities
Duke ol Edinbuoh's awards
Glad51onbury
Winter Ball
Gladstone Centre- act￿11￿eS & camplng
Badges
Merchandise
Fundraising
Donations
Granis
Mlscellaneous income
Compemsallon
Inleresi
46,872.00
16,620.97
2.381.00
2,554.06
20,999.90
1,410.58
40,961.13
43,182.50
15,d88.97
1,270.00
3,069.00
10,185.80
1,288.58
2,516.28
21,122.90
3,537.70
804.00
25,209.25
4,977.61
438.50
1,911.24
894.93
1,450.00
730.00
3,167.38
160.00
530.00
231.05
35.00
249.54
298.10
Total receipts
167,709.27
106,838.70
Paymenls
Memberships and L￿leS
Districl activitles
Explorer aclivlties
Duke of Edinburgh's awards
Winter Ball
Gladstonbury
Badges
Merchandise
Youlh Onllne Manager
Trainlng
Contfibutions
District expenses
Explorer expenses
Gladstone Centre costs
46,705.50
4,463.39
28,040.91
1,808.63
44,650.50
4,075.73
16,725.88
1,988 97
4,494.78
510.62
4,175.90
1,058.86
1.080.00
1,506.00
2,100.00
611.77
39,579.13
3,934.99
482.70
1,080.00
1,999.00
650.00
1,271.00
6,838.94
28,703.13
2,639.90
20,979.70
Total payments
165,557.32
106.598.61
Nel receipts
Cash funds Lastyèar end
2,151.95
36,619.49
240.09
36.379.40
Cash funds thls year end
38,771.44
36.619.49
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
STATEMENT OFASSETS AND LIABILITIES
Year Ended 31 December 2024
Asat311224 Asat311223
As restated
Cash Funds
38,771.44
36,619.49
Other MonetaryAssels
Stock- badges
Debtors
Accrued income
1,788.03
2,761.03
2,300.00
2,382.04
4,292.78
6.849.06
6,674.82
Assets retalned for own use
Equipment- Cost
8,668.56
7,879.20
Llabllltles
Creditors
Accwed expenses
Defèrred incomè
1,459.60
1,336.88
2,824.00
585.40
155.42
900.00
5,620.48
1,640.82
Approved bythe Trusless on September 15, 2025 and signed on their behalf..
D G Roberts
Treasuier
L S McKenzie
Lead Volunteer
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
NOTES TO RECEIPYS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
2023
l. Dlstrict eMpense$
Insurance
Conferences
Postage & stationery
Travel & subsistenee
636.07
597.86
7.75
242.29
24.63
58.05
Web51te
Awards
Licences
Donations
Bank charges
28.78
44.90
58.00
20.00
184.32
-35.58
15.70
1,271.00
611.77
2. Explorerexpenses
Equipment & clothing
Maintenance
Hlre of premlses
Heat & light
Subscrlptlons
Donations
Mlscellaneous
Bank charges
3,725.00
15.96
2,771.00
2,313.00
46.73
78.09
31.35
176.22
72.60
25.00
225.89
6.838.94
2,639.90
3. Gla(t$tone Centre costs
Purchases
Instructors
Maintenance
Small tools & equipment
Equipment repalrs and fuel
Water
Heat & light
Insurancè
Telephone
Postage & stationery
Computer eonsumables & software
Cleaning & waste disposal
Repalrs
Travel & subslstence
Clothing
Web51te
Miscellaneous
Donations
Bank charges
48.54
loo.00
12,969.90
1,321.50
3,244.43
204.00
3,576.21
1,444.43
424.99
341.60
12.86
2,157.83
7,842.20
1,252.69
664.46
537.42
3.481.33
1,595.26
563.20
267.16
2.606.14
114.00
1,874.09
1,837.04
462.00
75.00
122.80
300.00
49.42
62.52
60.00
69.81
28,703.13
20,979.70
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FLINTSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
NOTES TO RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
YearEnded 31 December2024
Cash Fund$- Unrestrlcted
At I january Restatement
2024
ol prior year
Nel
receipts
Transters At 31 December
2024
General fund
Emergency fund
Grant application support fund
Scoul representing Disirici fund
Canoe lund
25,704.21
4,500.00
1,000.00
3,116.25
479.56
1,819.47
2.151.95 -1,420.64
27.20
1,000.00
873.00
479.56
28,254.99
4.527.20
2,000.00
3,989.25
0.00
34,800.02
1,819.47
2,151.95
0.00
38,771.44
The Ilgures lor the pievlous year have been restated to reflect an Explorer Unit that was sel up bul not accounte(J for.
The ligures have been restated 10 include..
Recelpts
Payments
2,448.65
629.18
1,819.47
Bank balance at 3112 23
Cash balance al 3112 23
1,739.97
79.50
1,819.47
There are no reslricled fund$. The Trustees have established a numberol funds lor specific purposes that are reviewed
reguiarlyand amended at Iheir discretion.
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