CENTRAL NorriNGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 CONTENTS PAGE Administration Trustees, Annual Report 216 Receipts and Payments Account Summary Receipts Statement Payments Statement statement of Assets and Llabilities 10 General Funds Independent Exarnir]erfs Report 12
CENTRAL NOTTINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL ADMINISTrATION TRUSTEES E¥.Officio . Appointment District Chay Dlslri& Commissloner Mrs R Cragg-D8rrh Ex-officio Trustee Mr Daniel Bolstridge Ex-officio Trustee Mr W Hand Ex-officio Trust (resigned 14.9.23) Mrs J Cuwliver Ex-officto Trustee Treasurer Secretary TRUSTEES Electsd Mr P R Melk)rs Mr P B8eston r B Danvers Mr L Marriott Mr R Foxall Mr kl E Waiker (appointed 14.09.23) (appointed 14.09.23) {apFointed 14.09.231 (SIgned 14.09.23) (resigned 14.09.23) Ctropted Ms J Middleton Mr S W Thorpe (reggned 14.09.23) TRUSTEES Nominated Miss L Wilson Miss H Bar]ow BANKERS National We51tnin5ter Bank PIC 536 Valley Road NorriNGHAM NG5 1JD DISTRICT REGISTRATION NUMBER WITH THE SCOUT ASSOCATION 14701 CHARITY REGISTrATION NUMBER 1026759 CONTACT NAME AND ADDRESS 53 Stamford Road West Bridgford NOThINGHAM NG2 6GG
CENTRAL NOTTINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST IAARCH 2024 STRUCTURE GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMEKr The Scout Assoc¥ation exÉsts by authoiity of a Royal Charter granted by King George V in 1912 and supplemented by fvrther Charters, granted by King George Vl and Queen Elizabeth 11. These Charters give autharty to th6 Byè Lavts of the Scout AssocÉatÉon, which are approved by Fris Majesty's Privy Council. The Bye Laws, in tum, authorise ts making of Nles for the regulation of the Scout Association's affairs, and therby give authority for the Rijlés printed in "Policy, Organisation and Rules.. Central Nottinghamshlre District Scout Council is tFke second tier in the Adminsstration of SGOUting. Groups, District, County and National Organisation. The District Scout Council exisls to promote and support scouting at all levels. squ[e1 Scouts , Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, Scouts and ExplOr Scouts within Central Notts District. It provides District Trustee Board ffhe Trustees) to manage its affairs in dealing with District property, financial matters and the appointment of senior adult leaders for each section. The Tnjstees of the Central Nottinghamshire Distiict Scout are appointed in accordance with °Policy. Organisation and Rules. at Annual General Meeting by the District Scout Council, other than ex- officio and co-opted appointments., Followfng the Annual General Meeting new TTLteeS are irKlucted. The induction covers the role of the Trustees and their responsibilities, together with an oveTview of the DistrKt and Kthat is exp8Ct8d of them over the Goming year. OBJECTS OF THE CHARITY Central Nottinghamshire District ScoLrt Council is a Charity established within the structure of The Scout Association to provide leadership, advice and support for Scout Groups vithin the District. MAIN ACTMTIES UNDERTAKEN FOR THE PUBLIC BENEFIT The District leases and operates the Sherbrooke Camp Site. which comprises a Gamp ntre. indoor sleeping accommodation. activity areas and training facilities. The carnpsite, whilst biased heavily towards scouting, is availablé for hire by other cornmunity groups and attracts carnpers from other Dlstricfs and Counties within the UK and also from overseas. The ScoLrt Council lays heavy emphasls on leader training and rnaintains a fund to support attendan at overseas jamborees and foreign visits. Reports from the various sections a contained in the DistrFct Annual Report, copies of which a available on request. Financlal support and encouragernent in the form of 'seed' money is also made available to promote the growth and maintenance of scouting in the DistricL The Trustees confirm that they have gard to the Charity Commissions, guidsnce on public benefit.
CENTrAL NOTllNGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 (CONTINUED) DISTRICT COMMISSIONER'S REPORT 1st APRIL 2023 to 31st MARCH 2024 Review of the It has been another actioned packed year of ScoLrting within Central Notts wth young peo* & Groups l Units frorn all over the District taking part in many funlled activities & adventures. experiencing new Ihings and ultirnately leaming skills for lrfe. ear Over the year, we have also welcomed six new sections to the District and two further sections have re-opened following the pandemic. which is fantastic news and showing that Scouting in Central Nctts Is thrfving. As we started the year, we welcomed over 600 Scouts bad( to the streets of Southwell for our annual St George's Day Parade, Whe we was also joined by over 100 Guides from neighbouriny Dtvisions. Our 3 Squirrel Drey Opened at 1 Woodborough and we was very exctted that 1 Abel Wcod became the 18 Scout Group in our District when they opened a Beaver colony, Cub pack & Scout troop all at the same time. May saw the return of our second District camp at Shertjrooke, where the young people took part in various internats'onal activities in referen to the Worfd Sojut Jamboree later in the year. June played host to the first County Squirrel Day that tts)k place at Sherbrooke and saw two of our Drey's join other Squirrels from all over Nottinghamshire for a full day of fun activities As most sections broke up for summer. five Explorers from Central Notts were getting ready to join up with the other 35 members from Nottingharnshire ScoLrts to head out to South Korea for the 25 Vvorld Scout Jamboree. The Jamboree did not quite go as everyone expect but they all still had a On in a lifetime experience of a worldwide international Scouting evenL Following the summer holidays and as the new Scouttng teryn begun again, trND sections re-opened following the pandemic - the Scout section at 1 Burton JOY and the second Bea¥er cclony at V Arnold. Throughout the latter months of 2023, the Cubs & Scouts tcok part in their annual Cyclocross & Night events, the District Squirrel Drey held their first sleepover and the Beaver5 visited the ctnema & the Cubs had a party for their Christmas events. As we entered the new cakndar year (2024), we welcomed our 4 Squirrel Drey and 9 Explorer Unit when 1 Redhill Squirrels and Wiking ESU both opened. The 8eavers also had a trip to Eureka, the Cubs rambled around Burton JOY and the annual Swimming Gala took Pla for Cubs, Scouts & Explorers. March brought along BeACub day and the open day for aur 5 Squirrel Drey at 3 Woodthorpe which is due to start after East
CENTRAL NOTllNGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT CQUNCIL TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 (CONTINUED) DISTRICT COMMISSIONER'S REPORT continued Volunt Firstly, Scouting in Central Notts would not be Vh it is without all the hard work and dedication of all Ihe fantastic leaders & supporter5, who enable r 1.150+ young people to experien excitlng weekly programmes. fantastic adventures. leam new skills and make long-lasttng friendships. So thank you to each & every one of you for what you have done over the last year (& for lots of you marly more too) to support SGOUting in the District Also extra congratulations go to all the leai&qrs & supporters who received good service & k)ng service awards over the course of the last year too. We were lud(y 8nough to be able to recognise and present 3 good ser4ic8 awards. 49 long services awards and 18 wood badges to adufts all across the District. Annual census At the time of the 2024 census relum (taken on 31 January 2024) the Distiict recorded a total of 1,164 young people which represents a 7.60A increase in the overall youth membership from the previou8 year. The tsble below show5 the breakdcwn of young people per section. along with the same for the last 4 years, for comparison.. 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Squirrels 14 31 52 BeaveJs 218 293 279 314 Cubs 349 353 361 363 Scouts 350 124 1,275 254 75 297 114 1,082 310 125 1,164 Explorer5 Total young people 93 1,037 Again, none of this would be possible withoLrt the time & effc>rt that everyone puts in across the whole district, so thank you to everyone for what you have done and cortlnue to do for Scotsting in Central Notts. bf Daniel 8olstridge District Commissioner
CENTRAL NOTfiNGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT scoiJr COUNCIL TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 (CONTINUED) DISTRICT CHAIRS REPORT Over the past year, we have witnessed some remarkable events within our district and tnessed some great achievements. all of which you w.11 see in the rest of this report. We have had an excellent district trustee board team in the past year. and I would like to thank each of thern for their support. comrnitment, and inpLrt into supporting the district. My thanks also extend to Daniel for another year of supporting the district treasurers, role and ensuring that the district accounts are in excellefrt condition. As we reflect on the last year. l am excited to see the passion remains in the adult leaders, and other volunteers: to deltver the skills and life experien thal scoub'ng provides to young people. I thank all of you for your part in an exlIent year and making our district something we should all be woud off. Rebecca Cragg-Darroc* District Chair
CENTRAL NorriNGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT BY THE DISTRICT COMMISSIONER FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 {CONTINUED) FINANCIAL REVIEW Total unrestrFCted receipts for the year were £103,798 and total unrestricted payments amounted to £173,399 as shown on page 7 resujtrng in net payThents of £69.601. Our bank and cash balancès as at 31 st March 2024 amounted to £148,427. A breakdo¥bTr of our receipts is shown on page 8 and payments shown on page 9 This year indudes two years membership payments to the County for 2023124 and 2024125 There are no related paty transactions during the year . No remuneration nor expenses were paid to trustees. RESERVES POLICY The Trustees regularly keep under review the level of reserves. The Trustees consider the level of unrestriGted funds of £148,427 to be sufficient for the ongoing operation of the Distrid. Induded wthin general funds of £148,427 are designated funds of £138.68g ITLM DANIEL BOLSTRIDGE DISTRICT COMMISSIONER- CENTRAL NOThS
CENTRAL NOThINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT SUMMARY FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 GENERAL FUNDS 2024 2023 Totsl Receipts for the Year 103,798 98.616 Total Payments for the Year 173,399 NET RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR (69,601) Cash, Bank and Similar Funds brought forward 218.028 210,462 CASH, BANK AND SIMILAR FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 148,427 21B,028 The above 8ccount and accompanying statements of asset5 aDd liabilittes were approved by theTrusteeson 2W IdlLF behalf by and signed on their bT DANIEL 80LSTRIDGE DISTRICT COMMISSIONER - CENTRAL NOTTS
CENTRAL NOTTINGHAMSHIRE DISTrICT SCOUT COUNCIL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 2023 MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS Received for 2022123 Received for 2023124 Received for 2024r25 Less pald lo County 2022r23 Less pad to County 202Y24 Les¥ paid to County 2024r25 Transfer net payment to payments 3.720 11.100 71,370 (50,295) (53,559) (64,038) 35.127 2373 INVESTMEirr INCOME RECEIVED Bank lrterest 1.411 178 1.411 178 DONATIONS Donat)$ and grants Glft Aid 1.760 460 ACTIVITIES Camping Fees Camosite A¢tTrvities Providore Income Dislrict Squirrel Drey Secti3n Adivit"ies Explorer Unts District Wide A¢tivities 36,279 6.000 2.874 3.284 14,070 28,631 5.130 36.355 5,705 4.714 568 11,059 23,042 96268 91,124 SUNDRY RECEIPTS Donation from Jamboree Trust to Jamboree Participants Badge Secretary receipis DistrKt Clothing ESU closure 990 51 5,086 2,041 Asset & Investment Sales Loan instalment frorn 1 st Trentside 780 780 TOTAL RECEIPTS FOR THE YEAR 103,798 98,616
CENTRAL NOTtINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024 2024 2023 DIRECT cFlARABLE EXPENDITURE MEMBERSHIP SL18SCRiplloNS Net pant from reipts 35.127 Rent Water Light and Heat Insuran Teleph)ne & Irttemet Builth'ngs. GndS & Plant Maintenance Waste Disposal & Cleaning 1,28J 1,6e8 2.473 13,414 4,964 741 10.578 4,263 595 19,6e6 38,705 IltIOnS and Grants Jamboree trust Fur Donation Jamtjoree Participants Hardship Payment Oevdoprnent Grants paid to New Groupgsectionslunits 200 200 550 150 Acllvlti•s Campsite- ActNities Campsite - Providore District Squirrel Drey SedKJn Activities Expknr Units District-wide ActNtti8s St Georges Day Pade 74 3,158 3.443 15.225 30,327 761 3.1S6 1.617 21,581 9.787 2.2S6 48.522 58.765 er Purchase of Badges ESU Closure District Cltjthing Loan to 151 Gedling 1,776 26 877 2?9 10.181 259 Adrnin l Est4blishment Ex Postsge & Stationery Sundries Exarniners fee Legal Fees Website cost> Motion Picture Lion¢8 Training Bank Charges Campsite - Miscellaneous enses 91 123 1,602 5,806 29 823 17 375 720 104 747 36 112 853 2,964 173 10.314 set & Investment Purchases Purchases of Fixed Assets - Camp&te 20,594 TOTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE YEAR 173.399 91,050
CENTRAL NOTTINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 31ST fdARCH 2024 GENERAL FUNDS 2024 2023 MONEfARY ASSETS Cash, Bank and Similar Funds Bank Current Acccunts Bank Deposit Accounts Cash in HarKUFloats 68,601 78,641 1,185 195,817 21,345 148A27 218,028 OTHER MONETARY ASSETS Loan to TntsIde Loan 1st Gedling Membershlp Subscriptions Badge receNables 7,500 234 818 11.156 8,552 12,001 ASSETS RETAINED FOR CHARITIES OWN USE Fixed Assets Badge Stock Providore Stock 18.933 5.688 2,110 498 6,223 774 26,734 7,495 LIABILITIES Those due within one year.'_ Examiner's Fees Plembership Payable to County Membership 2024125 net in advan Motion Picture Licence Other creditors 1,602 53.559 7,332 823 13,230 55,984 10
CENTRAL NOTTINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOLrr CQUNCIL GENERAL FUNDS 8 AT 3qST PIARCH 2024 GENERAL FUNI)S At 04.1)3 TrMf At34.03.24 Gener Purpose Fund 09signat Fmds Aclvitses aftd propcls and fU10r Y1h B•Jge Secretary Dist Squirol Eay SVtions ISquirreLs.Bea¥er5,Cubs,Scouls.Explcw14thvth 8 SASUI ExpkxeT Un5 sti1 Ac1&Wt Fund Oeveioprnent fund Band Tra Fund Hwdship Fund she00k Camp5ts Fund 491 {47.() 9,738 64.Q67 4.261 725 1,776 4.530 3.264 (T.5) (1.TT61 (3.443) S8.343 7.015 10.023 21.026 14,342 28.631 S.131 (15.225} 130.327> 15.6341 15781 9.140 19,330 2.799 7,431 613 1.652 2,335 29,485 613 1,656 141 I2} 61.709 45,561 211,028 103,798 In.399 Th¢ do$illna fimoreweserrt8fkxts de$wted The5 fcr- ti¥Ales ww¢S forytsth Bedgg Seuary FWJ lty And 58r64t oJs Sethns. fth)¢$fclhouseby i.8s¥e.CL.S¢oIts.E>tyd& NÉtThd SASU stnctsw'rrel Drey. fumsforust ty the SqLMrt Clr e018¥¥.¢ fuu8e Unls 0151 Fwd lo WpwithelunrJ ollwgescJi¢ DtstrKk¥tdEe¥Ent& F11 prr1? lwds the Slart ofa batvj -Mirwn9 ta knJÉrs $t40k@ C4rnPSile. fund5 fortsse tyth& C•FV6rte 11
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF CENTRAL NOThINGHAMSHIRE DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL I report to the Trustses on my examination of the accounts of Charity (Ihe Trust.) for the year ended 31st March 2024 on pages 7 to 11. Responsibilities and Basis of Report As the Charty's Trustees of the Trust you ate responsÉble for the preparation of the accounts in accordance Kqth the requirernents of the Charities AGt 2011 (the AGt). l port in respect of my examination of the Trusys accx)unts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed a]1 the applicable directions given by the Chaiity Commission under section 145{5)(b) of the Act. Independent Examlnerfs Statement I have completed my examination. I confinn that no rnaterial matters h come to my attentlon in connection with the exarninatron giving me cause to believe that in any Material respeGt:. acccunting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act.. or Ihe accounts do not accord with those records. I have no concems and have come across no other matters in connection the examination to which attentlon should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understsnding of the accounts to be reached. A R R PRICE FCA for and on behalf of Pells Chartered Accountants 17 Newstead Grove NOThINGHAM NG14GZ 27É1 A £rt a.¥ 12