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

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CONTENTS
Page
Trustees, Report
Executive Summary
Performance
Statement ol purpose
Priorilles
Principles
Financial Review
Future Dev8lopments Looking forward
Governance
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Statement of Trustees, responsibilities lor tho financial statements
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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
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Executive Summary
Our Mission
To deliver high-quality, long-term, and affordable counselling serv￿e$ 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.

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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 wot*lorce, 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 S￿lIS 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.

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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$, rgflacting our d8dication
to accessiEility and impact.
Our hybrid modewcombining in-person and onliné eounsellintrhas become a comerstone of
Sgryi¢¢ delwery. This approach..
Expands leach across Somerset, enabling cliénts who cannot atteThl in-person lo access
care.
Enhances Ilexlbillty lor both cliènts and counsellofs, ensuring 1r￿lUS￿lty and
responsNeness.
Strengthens reslllence by integrating technology into our core service model.
We aso provide speciallsl serwces tailored lo vulnerable groups-.
Lgavlng Care Coun$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
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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 cap￿re 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, partner1￿j with employers to
ènha￿e 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.

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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
M￿ntenanCe incorporates sensory-lriendly features, including low-odeur pasnls and
appropriate lighting.
Inclusive Servlce Dellvery- We a¢twety challengg assumpliorls and biases by asking cl￿nIS
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-or￿ed
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, qUal￿y, 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 hIgh￿ualIty 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
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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.

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Income from grants
DLtring the year. wo received £33,000 In grant ineomè12024'. £24,4441. £nil is unrestricted 12024..
tnill. £33,000 is restr￿ted 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 ett￿tIVelY 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.

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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 attaIna￿e 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
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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 4u￿rty. 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 D￿10mas-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
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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, wh￿h 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 Clin￿1
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 di￿￿ul[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 li￿e.
Addstionally, new Truslees are invited and encouraged lo attend Management￿rustee 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 d￿UMentS 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 rna￿ng 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 ￿￿nsel11￿J.

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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 activ￿es. 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 ￿n￿li1.
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 Br*ti%h Associa￿0￿ 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 wrpc*ses 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 TrL*slees 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 appI￿able 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
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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 r￿1 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
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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 0￿0￿r 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$.
The notes on pages 17 10 26 form part of these financial statements.
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Registered Number: 02926858
BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 OCTOBER 2025
2025
2024
Notes
Flxed assets
Tangible assets
io
9,561
11,187
Current assets
Deblofs
Cash at bank ar)d in hand
11
31,552
218,910
57.421
114,882
250,462
172,303
Llabllltles: creditors falling
due within one yeaT
12
{56,613}
152.0931
Net current a¥sels
193,849
120,210
Net asset$
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.
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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 a￿l¥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 fina￿1ng 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.
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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 pU￿1C 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.
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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 dIr￿llY 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 exc￿sIvelY to Gharitable purposes.
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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.
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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
Unrestrict￿1
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
unrestr￿18￿12024'. £295.497) arbd £nil was restricted12024.' £nill.
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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).
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7 NET (INCOMING)IOUTGOING RESOURCES
2025
2024
Nel (In￿mIng)/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
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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 b￿aUse enlitlemenl to thè income dKI not 8XlSt at Ihe balance sheet
dale. The remaining balance will be ulilised in the coming year.
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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
I￿oMe 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
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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
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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
A￿On¢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
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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
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