Company registration No. 02926858 Charity registration No. 1038975 SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE (A company limited by guarantee) Annual Report and Unaudited Financial Statements For the 12 months ended 31 October 2025
Trustee5' Report CONTENTS Page Trustees, Report Executive Summary Performance Statement ol purpose Priorilles Principles Financial Review Future Dev8lopments Looking forward Governance io-ii Statement of Trustees, responsibilities lor tho financial statements 12 Independent Examiner's Report ststement of Financial Activities 13 14 Balance Sheet 15 Statement of Cash Flows 16 Notes to the Financial Statements 17-26 Legal and Administrative Detsils 27
Trustees, Report Executive Summary Our Mission To deliver high-quality, long-term, and affordable counselling serve$ that strengthen emotional health. wellbeing, and resilience in our communty. Key Achievements (2020-2025) Servlee Growth.. Doubled counselling sessions whi18 maintaining affordabilty. Workforce Development: Expanded and diversrtied counsellors and volunteers with robusl training and supervisKSn. StrAtegl¢ Partnershlps: Gollaborated whh Somerset Council and local organisaiions to deliver specialist services Idomeslic abuse, bereavement. lamlty Iherapyl. Inno¥allon.' Introduced hybrid counselling lin-person and online) for greater accessibility. Our Purpose Wision.. Be recognlsed a5 a leadlng provlder of aceesslble, hl9h-quallty counselllng servlces. Mission: Dellver safe. affordable eounselllng. traln counsellors; promote mental hoalth awareness. and provide outreach servlces. Strategic Priorities A¢cess= Remove barriers to care through flexible service models. Reach: Engage communities and stakeholdeis to amplity impact. Impacl.. Deliver evidence-based, tailored services. CapacSty'. Invest in workforce development and operational systems. Sustalnablllty.. Diversify income streams for financial resilience. EDI.. Embed inclusive practices across all seNices. Safety & Quallty- Maintwn BACP accreditation and clinical excellence. Future Plans (2026-2030) Expand servlce capacity and attordablllty. Strengthen partnerships and advance research. Innovate delivery models to meet 8volvlng needs. Bulld a suslaln8ble, re$lllenl org8nl$atlon for lon*teTm impact. eg Our Commitment.. Somerset Counselling Centre will continue to evolve as a beacon of quality and accessibibity, ensuring mental wellbeing is prioritised for all.
Trustees, Report Performance Al Somersel Counsdllng Cenire ISCGI. our mission is to d@liv8r high-quality, long-term, and affordable counselling services that slrgngthen emotional heatth. wellbeing, and resilienee across our mmunity. Since launching our strategy in 2020, we havg transformed plans into action-expanding our services, deepening our impact, and buikling a loundation for sustainable growth. In 2025, we conducted a rigorous review ol our strategic objectives and business plan to strengthen income generation and amplify Dur community iJnpacl. This work lays th& foundation lor Csur next five- year strategy, launching in October 2026, which will focus on innovation. accessibility. and resilience. Our commitment remains clear.. to create a Mental heatthy future lor our communrty. We will continue lo buikl on our achievements. deepen our partnerships, and pursue ambitious taTgels through to 203{ensUr1fig SCC rgmain8 a trusted, dynamic. and loThvard-thinking organisation. Statement of purpose SCC'S Vision is that SCC is recognised for the provislon of high44uality, long-term counselling Services lor everyone. Th& services that r( provides support an increase in access lo affordable counselling, thereby helping to improve emotional health, wellbeing, ar rosilience in local communities. The Centre will grow the qualrfied counsellor workforce through the provision ol high-quality supervised work placements for the up-and-coming train8e wotlorce, abngside 8xp8rt-led Continuing Professional Developrnenl {CPDI lor existing and qualified Wofklorce. thus ensuring a strong pipeline ol counsellors to mèet tx)Ih Ihe current and the luture needs of ouf servieés and clients and lor those looking to undertake a career in Counselling. SCC'S Mission is Tc provide high-quality and accessible places including affordable counselling in a sale space To train new and established counsèllors to deveSop their SlIS and experience To promote awareness and undarslanding ol health and wellbeing To collat)orale with local county council and statutory services lo ensure that the mental wellbeing needs of the community are mel. SCC'S Strategic Objectives are lo promote mental health and well belNJ to provide accessible counselling to promote greater understanding ol the role of emlions in psychological healing to advance education and IrainiThJ in the practice ol counselling to promote research into the efficacy ol the methods and pradice ol counselling and lo publish the uselul results of such Study and research. The stratègy lor achieving these objethes is contained in the live-year busines8 plan12021-20251 which is delivered by thè senior management team in consuhalion with the Tiustees. SCC'S Values are Embiacing - accessible lo everyone who needs us in our communities Effective- providing a conlidenlial, high-quality, pgrsonalised service lo our clients Energetic - offeTirKJ th8 service in a dynamic, choice-led, and enthusiastic way EmpoweriThJ- helping our elienls lind the way lo gfeater satf-undwslanding and personal growth.
Trustees, Report Priorities Access We are commltted to ensuiing that anyone who needs support can reach us easity and receive high- quality counselling. In 2025, SCC deliveTed 4.856 sesslon8 to 405 cllenl$, rgflacting our d8dication to accessiEility and impact. Our hybrid modewcombining in-person and onliné eounsellintrhas become a comerstone of Sgryi¢¢ delwery. This approach.. Expands leach across Somerset, enabling cliénts who cannot atteThl in-person lo access care. Enhances Ilexlbillty lor both cliènts and counsellofs, ensuring 1rlUSlty and responsNeness. Strengthens reslllence by integrating technology into our core service model. We aso provide speciallsl serwces tailored lo vulnerable groups-. Lgavlng Care Coun$elllng- Supporting young people in transitKJn. now in its fifth successful year. Domestlc Abuse Support- Dg1iv9r¢d under an exclusive agreement with Somersel Council until 2028. offering individLtal counselling, group worl and chiklren's services lor high.risk cases. Bereavemenl Counselllng - Through the 2 Wish contract, supporting families affected by the sudden loss ol a child or young adull. Famlly and Couples Thgrapy - Including innovallve approaches such as equine therapy under the My Family Talking Gateway programme. Reach Our goa1 is lo conneel w(th every part ol the community so that rnental heakh support is visible and accessible. We aelively engage slakehoklers to understand their needs and incorpoiate their perspeelives into decision-making. in line with sectlon 172 of the Companles Act 2006. Collaboration iemains central lo our strategy. We mwnlwn strong alliances wiÉh.' Somerset Council for domestic abuse support. Avon and Somerset Police, SARSAS, and local GP surgerle8 lor safeguarding. Somer8el Open Merrtal Health and other statutory bodles lor integiated seNice delivery. We also raise our profile through networking and fundraising events, including.. Jurassic Coast Ultra Challenge Somersèt Chamber ol Commerce Taunton Flower Show Taunton Vale Flolary Club Icharty of the Ye&) Local business COTnmunity events These partnerships and engagements strengthen our vis¢bility and amplify our impact. Impact We design services lo meet community needs and deliver measurable outcomes. Our portfolio includes.. Aduk Counselllng- Long-term, affordable psychodynamlc therapy addressing deepsealed trauma. Couples Counselllng - Surwrting relationships and training counsellors in this specialist alea.
Trustees, Report Young Persons Counselling11ftr181- Sale, confidential support lor adolescents. Chlldren's Services a safe, confidential spaee loi childrgn to explore feeling5 and challenges wtth a trained professional. Employee Wellbelng IEAP) CompfehensNe paekag¢s lor organisations, including workshops and bespok8 consultancy. Capacity Building capactty is central lo sustaining high-qLtality counselling s9rvices. In 2025, SCC continuéd to invest in the professional development ol our counsellors and operalional infrastructure lo support growth arKI resilience. Professlonal Development Delivered a comprohensive Pfogramme ol Conttnulng Profosslonal Development (CPDI workshops for SCC counsellors and external praclilioners. Strengthened our placement prograrnmo. enabling trainees lo gain hands-on experience under expert supervision. Supported counsellors through regular training and feedback sessions, lostering continuous improvement and clinical excellenc8. Oporatlonal Capability As service demand increased, we enhanced our operational systems to malntain quality and efficiency.. Expanded supgr¥lslon resourees lo ensure robust dinlcai goveinanee. Implemented improved booking wnd reportlng procedurès, slrgamlining administration and reducing manual processes. Upgraded data capre and an8lysSs. enabliro belter Insights and informed decision- making. These investments ensure SCC remains agile, responsive, and equipped lo del¥vei exceptional care as an organisalion whilst supporting the professK)nal growth ol our wor1tlorce. Sustainability Resilience and sustainability are al the hearl ol SGC'S long-lerm success. Our goal is lo maintain financial stability and operational strength by diversifying income streams and redueing reliance on any single funding source. Fundlng Model We gen8rale income through a balanced mix of: Cllent contrlbutlons for counselling servieès. Targeted grant$ lor community-based bursary work, including support from the Nabonal Lottery Awards for All, and Somerset Community Foundation. Employee A5slstance Programmo IEAP) and consultan¢y, partner1j with employers to ènhae workplace wellbeing. Fundraising events and sponsorshlps. which also strengthen community engagement. Contracts for laryeled ¢ounselling servlce8 to address the needs ol specific population groups within our community. Social Value and Voluntegr Support Our diverse activities attract volunteèrs who contribute ac¥oss the organisation. reinforGing our social impact. Volunteers support SCC in varN)us roles. atongside counsellors who actively participaté in lundiaising initiatives. By maintaining this b19nd8d approach. SCC ensures financial resilience, operatsonal Ilexibility. and the capacity lo meet growiThJ demand lor mental health seNices.
Trustees, Report Principles Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion IEDII At SCC, wè are committed lo creating an indusNO 8nvironment where every IndNklual feeL8 respgcled, valued. and supwrted. Our Approach Accesslblllty lor All- We piovide practical support such as hearing k)ops lor clients with hoaring impa4rmenls and accessible rooms lor those with mobility challenges. Building MntenanCe incorporates sensory-lriendly features, including low-odeur pasnls and appropriate lighting. Inclusive Servlce Dellvery- We a¢twety challengg assumpliorls and biases by asking clnIS about their preferences rather than making dacisions on their behalf. For example. we never assume a c5ienl's choicg ol therapist based on gender or backgroijnd. Data with Purpose.. Wg Teview our registration processes lo ensure dala collection is meaningful and respecttul. Irkslead ol standardised ethnieity categories, we use Open-ored questions lo better understand clients, Cuttural identity and expeiiences. Our Values In Practlce ATMareness'. All counsellois receive traning and suFervision 10 identify and address unconscious bias. Allyship.. Ourteam wort(s aknngsKle clients. respecting Ihelr1Sved experiences and promoting Èqualily. ASK Don't Assume.. We engage clients in docisions about their care, ensuring their Yo¢ shapes their experience. Our commllment lo EDI is not jusl policy-it is a lived practice that informs how we deliver services, support our workforce, and engage with the community. Safety and quality Ensuring safety, qUaly, and Irusl is lundzmental to SCC'S work. W@ are committed to delivering a secure. etteclive. and positive experience lor every individual who engages with our seTvices. Cllnl¢al Excellence and Governance SCC holds accredilailon from the Brltl$h As$oclatlon for Counselllng and P¥ychotherapy IBACP}, reflecting our adherence lo the highest standards ol organisational practice and clinical governance. AJI counsellors are supported and encouraged lo achieve Indlvldual professlonal accreditation with 8ACP or other recognised bodies. ensufing depth and consistency in serv¢ce quality. Provision ol hIghualIty supervision is a COfner8lone of effectiv8 practice and Is further supported by ongoing, relevant, and up to date CPD. Saleguardlng and Rlsk Management We maintain rigoroLts safeguarding proloGols lor children and adults at risk. prioritlsing thelr safety at every stage of eare. Our leam is equipped lo manage complex cases effectively, levelaging supervisory and management support to ensure adherence to bèst piaclice standards and statutory iequiremenls.
Trustees, Report Contlnuous Protessional Developmenl To uphold qualty and innovatiori. SCC offers: Accreditation Pod$'. Monthly sessions lor experienced counsellors seeking BACP accreditation, loslering peer leaming and professional growth. Export-Led Workshops.. Specialist training in a¥eas such a5 ITaurna-informed care and advanced Iherapeutic techniques. EMDR Tralnlng.. A structured programme lo equip counsellors with skills to support clients with severe trauma, enhancing therapeulic outcomes. Our commitment to safety and qualty is unwaverin9. Thfough robust govemanco. ongoing Iraining, arKI a culture ol excellènce. SCC ensuies thai every cligllt receives care that is ethic, ellective, ar transformatNe. Environmental responsibility We will buikl a sustainable approach as we embracè hybrid working and volunteering, and develop a better understanding tsf our energy foolprinl. SCC is Committed lo promoting gnvironmental sustainability and mlnimising the adverse impacts DI our activities on the environmenl. We recognise our rgsponsibility to the environment beyond Iggal and regulatory requirements, and strive lo continuously improve our environmental performance as an Iniegral part ol our business strategy and oporaling methods. Innovation SCC is commffted to loslering a culture of contrnuous innovation to create value. enhance competitiveness. and deliver maximum possibl8 positive impact on our local community. We will use research findings. practice data. professional guidance, and insights lo inform all our services. aetivfÉies. and digital offerings. Whère evKlence is not availab or clear. we wll look to work with partners lo lill those gaps. Financial Review Overview Thanks lo the hard work ol OLtr team and our supporters over the last eouple ol years, we are in a positive position lo deliver on our strategy lo respond to the growlng mental health need. Overall result Our total income of £476.163 and toL21 expenditure of £404,150 resutted in a nal surplus lor the year of £72,01312024= n81 deficit ts1 £14,0131. Our income from charitable activities Our income lor the year in total was £ 433,914 12024.. £295.497) arKI we offeied 4,856 sessions overall in the ygar 12024.. 5.751 sessionsl.we offered 3,898 12024.. 3,4811 Business As Usual counselling sèssions which brought in £194,754 01 income12024.. £138.2201 in the year with a mix ol subsidised rales per session and some standard rale sessions. The Domestic Abu$8 and other contract work delwered 70112024= 1,5351 sessions with £ 200,286 01 income12024= t132.6691. Other income earn8 to £ 38,87412024: £24,608) y the end ol October 2025, numb8r ol clients Ihal we offered sessions lo In the yéar came to 40512024.. 4171.
Trustees, Report Income from grants DLtring the year. wo received £33,000 In grant ineomè12024'. £24,4441. £nil is unrestricted 12024.. tnill. £33,000 is restrted 12024.. £24.4441- In 2025, grant income was received from Somerset Community FoundalKbn and Somersel CoLEncil. In 2024. the lunders inclL¢ded the following.. National Lottery Somerset Community Foundation Of the reslricled funds. £17,160 12024.. £43.0611 has been utillsed in 2025 wllh the balancè to b8 sed in the next 12 months to support boih individual and group counselling sessions. Much ol the Centre's work is Open-ended or'long-lerm. counselling, which is a type ol talking Iherapy where il Ks understood that the client wll probably attend for al least several months or even years, and so no official erKI dale is sel lo be worked towards. Funding streams therefore will inevitably spread over a two-year period lo support this typo ol woth. Domestic Abuse contract In collaboration with Somerset Council. we have managed a client Ilst of 21 adults experiencing domestic abuse. During the year, we have offered 522 sessions. Expenditure Expenditure in 2025 lotall8d £404,15012024: £356,629). Our unrestricted charitable expenditure TOS9 to £370,079 12024.. £299,608). The cost ol generating funds for our unrestricted fundraising was £16.911 12024.. £13,9601 and the cost of chaiitsble activities lor our restricted grants received was £17,160 {2024.' £43,061). Net assets SCC'S net assets incfeas8d to £203,41012024.. £131,397). This is due to the surplus that the Centre has made in the year. £26,50012024.' £10,660) ol this is resliicted and will be utilised le fund placés for clients in 202512026. Reserves Policy The Board ol Trustees sets the reserves policy to ensure financial stability and support the Cenlre's ng-temi objectives. This policy safeguards against potential income shortfalls, maintains adequate working capital, and ensures that funds are available lor lulure service development. Al the same lime, we balance this with the need to deploy resources etttIVelY lo meet the immediate needs of OUT beneficiaries. As al 31 October 2025. tolat funds starKI at £203,410 12024.. £131,397). cornprising £176,910 in unrestricted funds 12024= £120,737> and £26,500 in restricted funds 12024.. £10.6601. Within the unrestricted funds. a designated dosure reserve of £20,000 remains in place 12024.. £20,000) to provKle lor an orderly wind-down il ever requir&l. Our strategy lor resilience and growth is ¢rilical lo sustaining seThices and mitigating unforeseen disruptions. During this year. the Centre experienced signrfieanl growth. with income increasing from £342,616 to £476.163. COrresporKling, the level of reserves has strengthened lo support this expansion. Unrestflcted operating expenditur9 represented by the General Fund equates lo 148 days 12024.. 117 days). rising to 167 days {2024.' 141 daysl when designated funds are included. This demonstrates a rotMJSt financial tM)silion that underpins our ability lo deliver seNices effeclivety. We are confident Ihal osjr current reserves provide a strong foundation lor continued operaiions and, 11 necessary, would enable the Centre to close in an orderty manner.
Trustees, Report Future Developments Looking forward Driving Sustainable Positive Change As SCC looks ahead lo 2025126 and beyond, we are entering a decistvfj phase of growth and innovation. Our Board-approved busin8ss plan provides a clear roadmap to realise our long-term strategy and position SCC as the leading provider ol accessibte, high-quality counsg11ing servicos. We will scale oui impact, strengthen quallty, and expand equitable access-so Ihal menlal wellbeing is priorilised arKI attaInae loi all. Strategic Priorities Expand Servl¢o Capa¢lty - Incyease the number of sessions delivered while PTOterting affordability and quality. ensurirw timely access for clients who need support most. Enhan¢• Worklor¢o D8v•lopmont Ensuro th¢ robust training ol Counsèllor skills and knovAedge to meet the range ol client need. Innovats In 8or41¢0 Dollv•ry- Advancè our hybrid model to offer greaier flexibility and inclusivity, enabling clients and o)unsellors to engage safely and effectively-in-person and online. Deepen Communlty ImpaLt - Strengthen partnerships with slalulory bodies. local organisalions, and businesses lo extend our feach, reduce barriers lo care, and influence posIIIv8 syslem-level change. Advance Research and Evldence•Based Practlce- Collaboiale with partners to address gaps in mental health research arml apply insights lo improve outcomes. inform commissioning. and shape best practice. Our Comrnibnent to Excellence We are evolving to meet rising demand lor mental health support Whi maintaining SCC'S rgputation lor qualty, accessibility, and resilience. In our next strategic cycle, we will balance institutional and individLJal needs. delivering sustainable solutions lor clients, councils, employers, and the wider community. Implernentation ol our new live-year strategy will begin in October 2026, and we will continue to adapt. leam. and strengthen our approach lo ensure measurable progress. Priorities for the Year Ahead Qrganisational Development - 8uigd scalable systems arKI slructures that support growth, Streamline opgrations, and ensure resources ale aligned lo delr¥er our strategy, whilsl ensuring long-term operational and financial stability. Culiure and Engagement - Foster a positive, inclusive culture where counsellors, slafl, and volunteers l@81 sale. inspired, and empowered to contribute their best. Sgrvicg Accessibility and Capaclty - Maximise engagement with counselling and training seryices.. expand capacity to meet rising demand while mantaining high standards of Care. Employer Partnerships - Gr¢)w our market share in workplace Ment heaAh and wellbeing, partnering with employers lo safeguard affordable aecess for clients and dèlivèr demonstrable impact. Impact and Quality Reportlng - Strengthen dala-dTiven insights through enhanced CMS reportiTrJ, evidencing outcomes, and informing continuous improvement and decision-making.
Tru5tees' Report IAarketlng and Sustalnabllty - Execute a focused marketing strategy lo reach new and existing markets, diversifying income streams and ensuring long-lerm financial Tesilience. Community Incluslon and Equity - Build capacity lo leach all sections of the community. improve i(S1On. and embed robust measures for 4urty. diversity, and inclusion across our services. Flexlble, Safe, and Inclusive Counsèlllng - Our blended counselling options-online arKI in-persofvremove Iradilional barrieys while mainlaining client safely, confidentiality, and choice. This adaptability allows us to meet diverse needs across our communities and deliver care where. when, and how rt is mosl erfeclive. Sustalnablllty and Woikforce Development- Demand lor eounselllng has never been greater. We are slrengihening sustainability through a diversified funding model that protects access lor all. regardless of circumstance. At the same lime. we recognise the urgent need lor a qualified mental health workloTCO. 11 is our intention lo develop our basic counsélling sknlls courses-lollowed by Foundation D10mas-wh1Ch will develop new talenl, support cweer progression. and enhance seNice quality across the sector. Goveman¢e and Aceountablllty - SCC Is committed lo aligning resources and capabilities lo deliver on our live-year strategy and annual business plans. We will track progress against clear objectives and report ouleomes transparently, ensuring a¢¢ounl8bility lo clients, partners, lunders. and Ouf ¢ommunity. Together, We Lead Positive Change With our dedicaled team, volunteers, and partners, we are shaping a future in which mental wellbeing is prioTilised and accessiblè to all. By scaling capacity, innovating delivery. deepenirvJ partnerships. and investing in people. SCC will continue lo deliver sustaina1, ewdence-based impact lor the communities we seNe.
Trustees, Report Governance The organisalion is a prNate charitable ¢ompany. limited by guarantee with no share capital, incorporated on 91h May 1994 in ENJland and Wales, arKI has begn registered as a Charity since 28th June 1994 Inumber 10389751. It is govemed by ils Articles ol Association, whh wèro rovis8d and updated on 25th NovembeT 2013. It uses the,MIled. exemption. The Trustees consKJer the senior management team lthe Opefations DirectOT and the Clin1 Direclorl lo be the key managemanl personnel ol the Charrf(able Company in charge ol directing and Controlling, running, and operating the Charitable Company on a day-to-day basis. Throughout the last year, the Trustees have mel regularfy on operational matters and the stralegÈ direction and policy of the Charity. In addition, there are full counsellor meetings held a minimum ol three limes a year. lo engage all involved with the ongoing wort( and life ol the Cenlre. to advise arKI support where there are diul[leS, and te monitor Ihg finances and plans lor the lulure. The senior management team attends all meetings. Recrultment and Appolntm8nt ot Trustees The Trustees ol the Charilabb Company al the date of this ieport and those who have servgj lor the duration ol the year are set out on page 27. The Directors Dt the Charitable Company are also Trustees lor the purposes of Charity law and are known as Trustees under the Charitable Company's Articles. They arg elected lo serve lor a period ol three years atter which Ihey must sland down and ba re-ele¢led al the AGM. AII Trustees gThie their time voluntarily and no Trustee received remuneration in Ihe year for tullilling the role of Trustee. Details ol Trustee expgns8s and related party transactions are disc108ed in note 8 to the financial statements. Through woactwe and largeled iecruitment. the Board ol Trustees seeks lo build a governance structure enriched by diverse professional and personal expertise, ensuring strong oversight ol SCC objectives. During the year, Deborah Howell resigned and, after the end ol the year, Simon Malley resigned. Trustee Inductlon and Training Trustees and members ol the Centre aetively seek lo enhance the potential pool ol Trustees through publicity and 'word ol mouth, in the community al large. Most potential Trustees are already familiar with Ihg practical work of ih8 Centre having been associated with the work lor some lie. Addstionally, new Truslees are invited and encouraged lo attend Managementrustee me$iings in order to familiarise themselves with the Charty and the conlexl in which il operates. Other argas covered by their induction will be= The Obligations ol Truslees and Manag¢ment Committee Members The main dUMentS which set out the operational framework lor tho Charity, including the Artiel&s Flesourcing and the CLsr¥enl financial position as set out in thé laiesl published financial statements Future plans and objectives To b8 made aware ofthe Charity Commission guide Ihe EssenlialTiustee' and other relevant information available from the Charity Commission website The opwrtunity lo join Counsellor Network meelings Public Bgnefit SCC is a registered Charity and a non-profit rnang organisalion,. we receive no regular external financial support. Ils aim is lo wovidè accessible counselling lor all and so il provides a number ol places at a réduced rale according to means. No one is excluded b&ause they cannot afford th9 lull cost ol nsel11J.
Tru5tees' Report SCC has refeTred lo the guldanc contained in the Charity Commission's general guidanee on publlc benefit and their specific guidance on lee-¢haroing when rgviewing ils aims and objectives and in planniro ils future actives. Having done that, the Truslees are salisfred thal our main activity ol the provision ol low-cost counselling seNces lo the general public continues to meet our charitable purposes tor the public nli1. Risk Management SCC reviews risk on an ongoing basis through our Board ol Trustees. We monitoi profiles ol risk and gNe particular attention to the management ol the most severe risks. The Board ot Trustees is satisfied that the major risks have been identified and have been ad8quatèly miligaled where necessary. 11 is recognised that systems and process8s cannot provide absolute assurance and lor this reason the Board remains vigilant. Intefnal ¢onlrol risks are minimised by thè implemenlalion ol procedures for the authorlsation and ¢ontrol of projects. Procedures are in place to ensure compliance with health and safety of stafl. cliènts, and visilois to the Centre. Al these procedufes are wriodicalty reviewed to ensure that they continue to meet the nèèds ol the Charity. To help manage clinical risk, SCC Is bwrKI by Ihe Brti%h Associa0 for Counselling and Psychotherapy IBACPI Ethical Framework120181 and its pending update in 2026. This helps us lo maintain a highquality ol servicé delivery and clinical praclirR. Thesg are verified by annual assessment allowing us to maintain our BACP aecrèditation. Wg have Clear saleguarding policies aThY procedures, and our counsellors work closely with our Safeguarding Officer, Clinical Lead, and Clinical Director. Saleguarding cases are reviewed weekly with high-risk cases reviewed more frequently as required. In addifton, the Cenlie maintains insurance cover at a level appropriate for all the relevant professional and operational risks ol the Cenlre. Quallty Assurance The Centre is a member of the 8riti$h Associalion lor CounsellSng and Psychotherapy IBACP} and is subject to regular accredilalion. The Centre is guided by this inlemationally iecognised organisalion longskje local and national NHS policy Televanl to the work utxjertaken. SCC is accredited with the BACP and complies with its Ethical FramewoYk120181.
Trustees, Report Statement of Trustees. responsibilities for the financial statements The Trustees. who act as Directors ol Somerset Counselling Centre for the wrpcses of corllpany law, are responsible lor preparing the Trustees. Report and the financial sialemenls in accordanc8 with the requirements of the Companies Act and the Charities Act. Company law requires the Trustees to prepare tinancial statements tor each linancial period. Under that law. Ihe Trustees havè prepared the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally kcepled Accounting Practice Iunited Kingdom Accounting SlaThJards and applicable lawl. Under Company law. the Trustees must r)ol approve the financial slalements unless th&y are salisligd that th8y give a true and lair view ol the state ol affars of ihe Charitable Company and ol the incoming resour$ and application ol resources, including income and expenditure, ol the Charitable Company lor that period. In preparing these financial statefftenls, the TrLslees are required to." select suitable accounting policies and then appty them ¢onsislenlly- obserye thg mglhods and princip18s in th6 Charities SORP IFRS 1021., makg judgoingnts and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent., slalg whether applicable UK Accounting Standards havé bèén followed. stsbject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial slatemenls.. and prepare the tinancial stalemenls on the going concern basis, unless il is inappropriate lo presume that the Charitable Company wll continue its activi118S. The Trustees afe responsible for keeping adequate accountt'ng records that are sufficient to show and explain the Charitable Company's transactions ar disclose wlh reasonable accura¢y at any lime the financial F)osition ot the Charitable Company and enable thern to ensure Ihat the financial statements comply with th8 Companies Act 2006 I'lhe 2006 Act'l. They are also responsible for sale9UaTding the assets ol the Charitable Company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the pr9vention and del8clion ol fraud and oihgf irr8gularthes. The Trustees are responsible for the maintenance and integrity DI the Charitable Company and linancial inlormalion included on the Charitsble Company's wobsile in accordance with l¢gislation in the Unrf(ed Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination ol financial stalemenls. This report lor the 12 months endéd 31 October 2025 has been prepared in accordance with Ihe provisions appIable lo cornpanies subject lo the small companies. regime. Approved by the Board on 30 March 2026 and signed on ils behaw by- HFry HFry Secretary 12
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES ON THE UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE I report lo the Tnjslees ol Somersel Couns¢lling Centr8 Icharty No. 10389751 on my examination of the unaudited financial slalements of the Charilablg Company tor the 12 months ended 31 October 2025, which are set out on pages 14 to 26. onsiblliues And basls ol re ort As the Tnjslees ol the Charitable Company land also ils directors lor the purposes ol company lawl. you are responsible lor the preparation ol the linancial staloments in accordance with the requlremenls ol the Companies Act 2006 {"Ihe 2006 Acri. Having satisfied myself that the financial statements of the Charitable Company are r1 required lo be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination. I report in respect of my examinatitsn of your Charitable Company's linancial statements as carried out under section 145 01 the Chaiilies Act 20111'the 2011 Act'l. In carrying out my examination, I have folk)wed the Directions given by the Gharity Commission under section 14515llbl ol the 2011 Act. endent Examlner's statement Since Somerset Counselling Cenlre's gross income exceeded £250,000, your examiner must be a membgr ol a body listed in seetion 145 01 the 2011 Act. I confirm that l am qualltied to undertake the eyaminalion because l am a member of the Institute ol Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which is one ol the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm Ihal no matters have come to my attention in conneth.on with the examination giving me cause trj believe that in any material rèspect.. accounting records wele not kepl in resp8cI of ihe Charitable Company as required by section a86 01 the 2006 Act,. or 2. the financial statements do not accord with those records- or 3. the financial slalemenls do not comply with Ihe accounting Tequirements ol section 396 01 the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the financial slalemenls give a 'lrue and lalr view. which is not a matter considered as part ol an independent examination,. oi 4. the financial slalements have not been prepared in accordance with the melhods and principles ol Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement ol Recommended Practice applicable lo charities preparing their ac¢ounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic ol Ireland IFRS 1021 lettective 1 January 2019) IChaTilies SORP IFRS 10211. I havè no coneefns and have come across no other mallers in connection with the examination lo which attention should be drawn in this ieport in order to enablg a propgr understanding of the financial statements lo be leached. (Lf... Robert Cadwallad8r FCA Milsled Langdon LLP Chartered Accountants Winchester House Deane Gate Avenue Taunton Som@rs6t TA12UH 13
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT AND STATEMENT OF TOTAL RECOGNISED GAINS AND LOSSES) 12 MONTHS ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2025 Note Unrestrlcted Restrlcted funds fund$ Total 2f25 Total 2024 Incom8 and ondowments from: Donations and legacies Grants Investmènts Charilable aclivities 7,992 7,992 33.000 1,257 433,914 20,755 24,444 1,920 295,497 33.000 1,257 433.914 Total 443,163 33,000 476,163 342.616 Expendlture on". Raising funds Chariitho activities 16.911 370.079 16,911 387,239 13,960 342,669 17,160 Total 386,990 17.160 404,150 356,629 Net movernent in fvnds 14 56,173 15,840 72,013 114.0131 Roconclllatlon ot funds Total funds brought forword at 1 November 2024 16 120,737 10,660 131,397 145,410 Total fund5 carrieil forward al 14 & 31 00r 2025 16 176,910 26,500 203.410 131,397 The slalemenl ol tinancial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All ir+come and expenditure dèrFves from continuing aclivFtie$. The notes on pages 17 10 26 form part of these financial statements. 14
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE Registered Number: 02926858 BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 OCTOBER 2025 2025 2024 Notes Flxed assets Tangible assets io 9,561 11,187 Current assets Deblofs Cash at bank ar)d in hand 11 31,552 218,910 57.421 114,882 250,462 172,303 Llabllltles: creditors falling due within one yeaT 12 {56,613} 152.0931 Net current a¥sels 193,849 120,210 Net asset$ 203,410 131.397 Represented by: The funds of the Charlty: Reslrlcted lunds Unrostrlcled Income funds General fund Designated funds 14 26,$00 10,660 14 14 156,910 20.000 100,737 20,000 Totsl unrestrlcted funds 176.910 120,737 Total lunds 14 203,410 131,397 The Charitable Company 1$ ènlided lo exemption from audil lor the 12 months ended 31 October 2025 under section 477 01 the Companies Act 2006 rolaling to small compani8s and section 144121 of the Charities Act 201 f . The membors have not required the Charitable Company lo obtain an audit of ils financial statements lor the 12 months ended 31 October 2025 in accordance wSlh secfjon 476 01 the Companies Act 2006 relating lo small companies. The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for'.- lil Ensuring that the Charitable Company keeps accounting records whith compty wilh section 386 ol the 2006 Act. lill Preparing financial slatemenls which give a tru8 and lair view of Ihe state ol affairs ol the Charitable Gornpany as at the end ol the financial period and ol ils profil or loss lor the ftnancial pgriod in accordancè with the requirements of sections 394 and 395 01 the 2006 Act. and which olherwise comply wth the requirements ol this Act relating lo financial slatemenls. so lar as appluble lo the Charitable Company. These financial slalemenls have been delivered in accordance with the provisions appliGable lo companies subject to the small companies, regime. ov d and aulhorised by the Board on 30 March 2026 and signed on its behalf by.. HFry Seeretary Z Mtrrri4 Z Morris Truslee The notes on paoes 17 to 26 loim part of these financial slatements. 15
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE 12 MONTHS ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2025 2025 2024 Reconclllatlon of net movement In lund$ lo net cash flow from operatlng al¥ll1e$. Net movement in funds Add back depreciation charge IDedu¢ll interest shown on investing activities Docreasellincreasel in debtors Incr8ase/ldecreasel in Creditors 72,013 4,30D 11,2571 25,869 4,520 (14,0131 4,886 11,9201 {48,1291 {31,0061 Cash generated from operatlng adlvili88 105,445 190,1821 Cash flows from Invgsilng acllvltles: Inveslm8nl incom8 (Purchase) ol tangible fixed assets 1,257 12,6741 1,920 14,3641 11.4171 12.4441 Cash flows from fina1ng aclivilies.. Increaselldeereasel in cash and cash equwalents 104.028 {92,6261 Cash and cash equNalents al 1 Novembef 2024 114,882 207,508 Cash and cash equlvalents al 31 October 2025 216,910 114,882 All ol the cash flows are derwed from continuing operations durlNJ the atrrt)ve two yèars. Re¢onclllatlon ol net cash flow to movemeDI In net funds Nel increaselldecreasel in cash and cash equwalents in the yèar Movement In nei funds In the year Nel funds al the start ol the year 104,028 192,6261 114,882 207,508 Not funds at the end ol the year 21 B,910 114,882 The notes on pages 17 to 26 form part ol these financial ststeménts. 16
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES Summary of significant a¢¢ountlng policies and key accounting estimates The principal accounting policies applied in the preparation ol these financial slalemenls are sel out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise stated. Statement of compliance These financial statements have been prepared in accordan with Accounting and fleporting by Charfties.. Slalemenl ol Rècommendèd Practice applicable lo charities preparing their aceoLJnts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 10211gffeclwe 1 January 20191- (Charities SORP IFRS 10211, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic ol Ireland IFRS 1021, and ihe Companies Act 2006. Basis of preparation Somèrsel Counselling Centre meets the definition ol a pU1C benefit entty under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised al hislorieal cost or transaction value unless otherwise slated in the relevant accounting policy notes. The financial statements are prepared in 8terfing, which is Ihe functional and presenlalional currency ol the Charitable Company. and rounded lo the nearest £. Going concern The Trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties about the Charitable Company's ability to continue as a going concem nor any significant areas ol uncertainty that aNecl th8 carrying value ol the assgls hald by the Charitable Company. Income and endowments All income is recognised once the Charitable Company has enlitlemenl lo the income. it is probable Ihat the income will be received, and the amount ol the income receivable can be measured reliably. Grant5 receivable Income from government and other grants. whelhef 'capilal' grants or 'revenue' grants, is recognised when the Charifable Company has enliilement to the funds, any performance conditions atta¢hed lo the grant have been met, it is probable that It)e income will be received, and the amount can be measured reliabty. Donations and legacies Donations and legacies are recognised on a receivable basis when receipt is probable, and the amoLtnt can be reliabty measured. No gifts in kind were received dunno th8 year12024.. £nill. Deferred income Oelerred income represenls amounts received for lulufe periods and Is released lo incoming resources in the period lor which il has been received. Sueh income is only deferred when.. The donor wifies that the grant or donation musl onty be used in futufe aceounling periods- OT The donor has imposed conditions whieh musl be met before the Charitable Company has uncondttional enlitlemenl. Income received lor services provhléd under contract is recognised when the perfomiance conditions attached have been mel. 17
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE Fundraising events Income from lundrais(ng events is included in incoming fesouTces in the pertod in which the relevant event takes place. Investment income Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount Can be measured reliably by the Charitable Company.. this is normalty upon notification ol the interest paid or payable by the bank. Gift aid Income from lax reclaims is included in thè Statement ol Financial ActNilies at the same tiffle as th8 gift lo whieh il relates. Expenditure All expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation lo that expenditure, it probable settlement is required. and the amount can be measured reliably. All costs are allocated lo ihe applicable expenditure h8ading that aggregalgs similar costs lo that category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed lo particular headings, they have been allocated a basis consistent with the Ltse ol resources, with central staff costs allocated on the basls ol Ilme spent, and depreciation ehargès allocated on the rtIOn of the assets. use. Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expendf(ure was incurred. Raising funds These are costs incurred in attraeting voluntary income, tho management of investments, and those incurred in trading activities that raise lunds. Charitable actlvltles Charitable expenditure Comprises those costs incurred by the Charitable Company in the delNery of ils activities and SQTvices lor its bengliciaries. 11 includes th costs that can be allocated dIrllY lo such activities and those cosls ol an indirect nature necessary to support them. Governance costs inclvde the costs of the preparation and examination ol the slalutory financial slalemenls. the costs ol Tru51ee meetings, and the cost of any legal advice to Trustees on governanc8 or constitLJIIDnal matters. Th8se costs are incltjded within charitable expenditure. All costs are allocated betweer> the expendf(ure categories ol Ihg Statement ol Finanaal Activities on a basis designed lo rellecl the use ol the resDurc8. Costs relating to a particular activty are allocated directly; others are apportioned on an appropriate basis as s81 out in note 6. Fixed assets Fixed assets are slated al their purchase price. logothgr w((h any incidental expenses of acquisition. Depreciation is calculated so as lo write oll the c05l ol fixed assets over the expected uselul economlc lives ol the assets concerned. The principal annual rates used for this purpose are.. Leasghold impfovemenls Equipment and furnishings straight line over the period ol the lease 25 /0 Slraighl lin8 Taxation Th& Charitable Company is considered lo pass the lesls sei out in Paragfaph 1 Schedule 6 of thè Finance Act 2010 and therefore il meels the definition ol a charitable company lor UK corporation lax purposes. Accordingly, the Charity is potenlialty exempt from taxation in respect ol income or eapital gins received within categories covered by Chapter 3 Part 11 ol the Coiporalion Tax Act 2010 or section 256 01 the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extènt that such income or gains are applied excsIvelY to Gharitable purposes. 18
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE Debtors Debtors are amounts due liom clients lor services rformed in the ordinary COLFrse of business. Trade and other debtors are recognlsed al the settlement amount due after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid. nel ol any trade discounts due. Cash at bank and in hand Cash at bank and in hand ineludes cash and short-terrn highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from th8 dale ol aL4UiSition or opening ol the deposit or similar account. Creditors and provisions Creditors and provisions are recognised where the Charitable Company ha5 a present obligation resulting Irorn a past event that will probably result in the Iransler of funds lo a third party and the amount due to settle th8 obligation can be measured or eslimaled reliably. Creditors and provisions are normally recognised al Iheii settiefflent amount after allowing lor any trade discounts due. Fund accountlng Unrestricted funds are funds which are available tor use at the discretion of the Trustees In lurth8ran¢8 ol the objectives ol the ChaTltabl¢ Company, and which have not b8en designated for other purposes. Designated funds are funds set a$e by the Trustees out of unrestricted furKls lor specifie lulure purposes or projects. Flestricled funds ate funds that can only be used lor particular reslricled purposes wthin the objectives ol the Charitable Company. Restrictions arise wh8n sp8cilied by the donor or when lunds are raised for particular reslrieted purposes. The movement in these funds can be seen in notes 14 and 15. Financial instruments The Charity only has financial assets and linana liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recorded at transaction value and subsequentty tneasured al the carrying valuè plus accrued interest, less repayments. The financing eharge lo expenditure is al a constant rale calculated using the effective interest method. 2 INCOME FROM DONATIONS AND LEGACIES Unresliicled lunds Restricted funds TolaS 2025 Totsi 2024 Donations and legacies-. Donations from Taunton Flolary Club Donations from Taunton Swlmalhon Donations Irorn The Somersel Collective Donations from The Sland Club Donations from the London Marathon Donations from fundraising activities Donations from individuals 15,000 3,000 1,804 1,680 1,765 3,892 655 1,680 1.765 3,892 655 851 100 7,992 7,992 20,755 The income from donations and legacies was £7.99212024.' £20.7551 ofwhich £7,992 was unrestricted 12024: £20,755) and £nil was resliicled12024' £nill. 19
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE 3 GRANT INCOME Unreslricled Restricted funds funds Total 2025 Total 2024 Grant income Irom.. National Lottery Sornersel Gommunity Foundation Somersel Council 20.000 4,444 5,000 28,000 5,000 28,000 Total 33,000 33,000 24,444 Grant income was £33,00012024". £24,444) ol which £nil was unrestrictèd12024.' £nil} and £33,000 was restricted 12024.. £24.4441. 4 INVESTMENT INCOME Unreslrictgd funds Total 2025 Total 2024 Interest from cash held on deposit 1.257 1,257 1,920 Investment income was £1,25712024'. £1,920} ol which £1,257 was unrestricled12024.- £1.9201 and £nil was restrFCted12024.. £nill. 5 INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES Unrestrict1 funds Total 2025 Total 2024 Sup8ryision feès Room hire Cli8nl voluntary contributions Contract work Training 9,352 22.068 194.754 200,286 7.454 9,352 22,068 194.754 200,286 7.454 1,829 16,668 738.220 132,669 6.111 433.914 433.914 295,497 The income from charitable activities was £433.914 12024.. £295,497) ol which £433,914 was unrestr1812024'. £295.497) arbd £nil was restricted12024.' £nill. 20
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE 6 EXPENDITURE Raising Charilabla Charitable funds activi11•5 aclivalies lunrestricledl lunrestricts(11 Ireslrictedl Basls of AlloeatkJn Total 2025 Tot 2024 Direct Cosls.. Counsellors and supervisors Travelling expenses Oirecl Training fees and expenses Direct Furmjraising expenses Direct Subscription and allilialion lees Direct 90,895 8.663 99,558 1.897 7.856 232 tot,097 1.897 7.856 1,693 11,635 982 232 Direct 14,668 14,668 17,717 232 115,316 8,663 124.211 133,124 Support Costs.. Office administration lincluding wages) Heal, light and water Rates and insurance Rent payable Repairs and maintenance Advertisin9. printing and stationery Postage and telephonè Sundries Bank charges and interest 8ad d8bts Depreciation Staff lime 9.177 140,905 4.140 154,222 138,498 Floor area Floor area Floor area Usage Usage Usage Usage Direct Direcl Usage 246 253 845 335 3,615 3,716 12,404 4,923 6.566 2,386 6,440 2,516 10,251 3,756 277 285 951 378 4,138 4.254 14,200 5,636 7.968 4,581 3.570 14.199 3,700 14,568 868 163 439 2,732 7,373 2,697 11,735 4,300 2,424 3,439 1,830 494 181 786 288 698 256 4,886 13,280 197,478 8.497 219,25S 191,695 Governance.. Independent Examiner's lee Direct Professional lees L)irect 6,352 50,933 6,352 54.332 3,562 28,248 3,399 3,399 57,285 60,684 31,810 16.911 370,079 17,160 404.150 356,629 Expenditure on raising tunds was £16.91112024.. £13.9601 of which £16,911 was unreslricled12024'. £13.9601 and £nil was iestricted12024- £nlll. Expenditure on charitable activities was £387,23912024.' 342,6691 ol which £370.079 was unreslricled 12024.. £299,608) and £17,160 was restricled12024.' £43,061). 2l
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE 7 NET (INCOMING)IOUTGOING RESOURCES 2025 2024 Nel (InmIng)/ou1g0Ing resourcès arè slatéd after charging-. Rent payable D8preciats'on Independent Examiner's lee Oth8r accountancy lees 14,200 4,300 3,390 2.962 14,199 4,886 2,412 1.150 8 RELATED PARTIES The Trustees of SCC did not receive any remunèration tor Ihelr seryices as Trustees or reimbursed expendf(ure wilhin the year. The Trustee. Helèn FTY. IS the wile ol one ol the partners ol Milsled Langdon LLP who is not involved in the Independent Examination process. Fees arnounting to £3.728 including VAT were charged by Milsled Lan9don LLP during the year. 9 EMPLOYEE COSTS 2025 number 2024 number Average numbei ol employees lincluding part lime) during the year Cost in respect of these employees Wages and salaries Employer's NIC Employer'5 defined contribution pension costs 145,078 139.445 4.950 2,201 2,767 2,351 152,795 143,997 There ale no employees with emoluments over £60,000. Key management pèrsonnel remuneration and benefits Wagès and saSari8s Employer's NIC Employer's defined contribution pension costs 52.338 2.066 1,196 39.916 797 746 55,600 41,459 22
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE 10 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Leasehold improvements Equipment and lurnishirtgs Total Cost Al 1 November 2024 Charge lor the yeai Disposals 7,911 862 16,500 1,812 11,1371 24.411 2.674 11,1371 Al 31 Odober 2025 8,773 17,175 25.948 Depreciation Al 1 November 2024 Charge lor the yèar Disposals 4.503 687 8,721 3,613 11.1371 13,224 4,300 11,1371 At 31 Octob8r 2025 5.190 11,197 16,387 Net book value Al 31 October 2025 3,583 5,978 9,561 At 31 October 2024 3,408 7.779 11.187 11 DEBTORS 2025 2024 Trade deblors Prepayments 18,833 12,719 50.120 7.301 31,552 57.421 12 CREDITORS: amounts falling due within one year 2025 2024 Trade creditors Other creditors and aGcruals Deferred income 10.229 6,384 40,000 4.771 5.505 41.817 S6,613 52,093 2025 2024 Deferred income al 1 November Deferred income r8leased from previous year Deferred income in the year 41.817 55.620 141.8171 {55.6201 40.000 41,817 Deferred income at 31 October 40,000 41,817 Income has been deferred because it does not meet the criteria lor recognition as income in the Slalemenl ol Financia1 Activities baUse enlitlemenl to thè income dKI not 8XlSt at Ihe balance sheet dale. The remaining balance will be ulilised in the coming year. 23
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE 13 LEGAL STATUS Th8 Charitablé Company is limiied by guarantee and does not have share caprtal. In the evenl of the Charitable Company being wound up, the liability ol the members is limited to £1 each. 14 FUNDS Balance at TTansler IoMe Expendilufe bgtrleen funds Balance ai 31 October 2025 November 2024 Restrlded fund8 National Lottary Somersel Community Foundation Somèrset Council 4.200 4.260 2,200 14,2001 14,2SOI 18,7001 5,000 28.000 5,000 21,500 Total reslricled funds 10,660 33,000 117,1601 26.500 Unrestrlcted funds General fund 100.737 443,163 1386,9901 156,910 Deslgnated funds Closure fund 20.000 20,000 131,397 476,163 1404,150} 203,410 Balance al Transfer Income Expgndrture between funds Balance at 31 Octob8r 2024 November 2023 Restrfcted lunds National Lottery Son7erset Community Foundation SomeTset Council 20.000 4.444 {15,8001 113.6111 113,6501 4.200 4.260 13.427 15,850 2.200 Total restricted funds 29.277 24,444 143.061) 10,660 Unreslrteted funds General fund 96.133 318.172 1313,5681 100,737 Deslgnated funds Closure fund 20.000 20,000 145,410 342.616 1356.6291 131,397 24
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE The speeific purposes lor which the lunds are lo be applied are as follows.. Roslricled funds National Lottery - The Hardship Fund Somerset Community Foundation - My Family Talking Gateway and Art Heals Somerset Council Leaving Care Counsellinu Service. Designated lunds Thg Closure lund was sel up in May 2003 to hotd funds for the closure of the service. should it become nécèssary. The balance ol this fund is £20,000. 15 ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS Current year General Restricted Designated fund funds ILJnds Total 2025 Fixed assets Nel current assets 9,561 147,349 9,561 193.849 26,500 20.000 Net assets 156,910 26,500 20,000 203,410 Prior year General Rgslricled Designated fund funds funds Total 2024 Fixed assets Nel currenl assets 11,187 89,550 11,187 120,210 10,660 20,000 Nel assets 100,737 10.660 20,000 131,397 25
SOMERSET COUNSELLING CENTRE 16 COMPARATIVE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT AND STATEMENT OF TOTAL RECOGNISED GAINS AND LOSSES) 12 MONTHS ENDED 31 OCTOBER 2024 Note Unrestrlcted Re8trl¢ted lunds funds Total 2024 Income and endowmenls from: Donations and leoacies Grants Investments Charitable aeiivities 20.755 20,755 24,444 1,920 295.497 24,444 1,920 295,497 Total 318,172 24,444 342,616 Expendlture on: Raising funds Charitable activities 13.960 299,808 13,960 342,669 43,061 Total 313.568 43,061 356,629 Net movement In lundg 14 4,604 118,6171 {14,0131 AOn¢ll1atIOn of funds Total funds brought forward at l November 2023 116.133 29,277 145.410 Totsl funds carried toTrArd at 31 October 2024 120,737 10,660 131,397 26
SOMERSEf COUNSELLING CENTRE LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Trustee8 Helen Fry (Secretary and Treasurerl Deboiah Howell (resignéd 25 March 20251 Andfew Palmer Simon Malley Iresigned 4 November 20251 Zillah Morris Caroline Barrett Prinelpal ON Somersel Coun88lling Centr8 Apsley House Tower Street Taunton Somersel TA1 4BH Registèred ONice Somerset Counselling C9ntr8 Apsley House Tower Street Taunton Somersel TAI 4BH Company R8gistration Number 02926858 Charrty Registration Number 1038975 Bankers Lloyds Bank plc 31 Fore Street Taunton Somerset TA1 IHN Independent Examiner Robert Cadwallader FCA Milsled Langdon LLP Chartered Accountants Winchester House Deane Gate Avenue Taunton Somersel TA1 2UH 27