•ADJ2MF2R• 3011212024 COMPANIES HOUSE A7 The Familv Mecjiation Trust Report and Accounts For the Year Ended 31 March 2024 Charity Number 1041476 Company Number 2975404
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 The Fomllv Mediotlon Trust RegtStrr offiL* atThe LTharti)g Crossc. StJobn MadderlwiCh.Np2 IDN The F8rnily MlIOnTn is i Yegysternj (knityNo. 1041476. Rw#eroJ aconwbny limitoj by guarantccgnd gIsteI iti FJWNO. 297541M THE FAMtLY MEDIATION TRUST LTD ANNUAL REPORT AND ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 CONTENTS PAGE Charity Infomiation Principal Activities Financial Review Chief Executive Officer's Report Report of the Trustees for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 Accountant's Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the Accounts 10 11-15 21Page
FOR THE YEARENDED 31 MARCH2024 Familv Mediotlon Trust RegieTEd offi(g 8tTh¢ Charin8Crn5sCefftts¢ StJohn mdeaL NoTwich. NP2 IDN The Family Mdiati¢)n TnL5t is 4 rtgisrnl Charity No. I1476. Rc¥isr¢ToI as * eompany limitylby gUwl¢e and regi¢[¢d in En8latKI NL). 2975404 CHARITY NUMBER 1041476 COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER 2975404 (ENGLAND) A company limited by guarantee , not having a share capital TRUSTEESIDJRECTORS Chair Tracy Sortwell Treasurer Charles Mckie (Resigned 23rd November 2023) Trustees Elizabeth Lewis sab Calder (Resigned 23rd November 2023) Hilary Perrott Elisabeth Sneade SelliDa Kauser Karen Taylor Jonathan Dickens (Appointed 23 November 2023) Fiona Hotston Moore (Appointed 28, May 2024) James PL[e (Appointed 28th May 2024) REGISTERED OFFICE The Charing Cross Centre St John Maddennarket Norwich NR2 IDN REPORTING ACCOUNTANT Stuart Arrande Chartered Accountant 23-25 Gwydir Street Cambridge CBI 2LG BANKERS CAFBANK Ltd Kings H West Malling Kent ME19 4TA 31Page
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 The Farnllv Mediation Trust Re[10ce atThe Charin8Crt&%CentrE, Stjobn Maddennaty Norwich, NR2 IDN The Family ma170n TnL4IAd is8 Cknarity No. 1041476. Re815*118 limktul by8uaranteE ld wistLiuI itt EnW•ndNo. 2975404 Principal Activities Centre for Excellence Th¢ prin¢ipal activity of The Family Mediation TNst ('TFFrfr' or'the Trust.) is to alleviate the hardship and distress of Couples and other family members involved in separation or divorce and to preserve and protect the health. both mentsl and physical. of the adults and cbildr¢n involved. Following the launch of the Centre for Excellence in Marcb 2021 the Trust has continued to invcst lime and resources in the development of this area of work. The Centre for Excellence has fixused on short course development, delivering one-off industry level events and the trial of new mediation approa¢bes. The core values of our service are inclusivene4 accept8nce. 8ttd 8cc¢ssibibty through the empowernient of parents, carers, and ¢hildrer4 quality ttnd PTofessioDalism of service, and 8¢1ing as a voice for the well-being of children. Focus of the CforE bas been on trailing new models of mediation such a8 PArenling Coordination and advocacy for low-income families. We aim to help those experiencin8 relationship breakdown by providing acce55ible inforniation and support for children, parents and carers from all cultures and communiti. We have a special conc'ern for lislenink to the voices of children and young people and supporting Cbildren and their parents or caters. We aim to help separatin8 couples to work together to resolve their financial andlor Childcare problems by offering them a safe environment where their feelings are acknowledged And wbye they Are en¢ouro8ed to discuss and plan ihe future as Constrnctively as p.ossibls. To further tbese obj¢ctives, we provide a range of 8ervice5 to couples involved in, or ¢onsiderin8, separation and divorce, and to their children and other family members. These services consist of: InfonnatlQD about 'all aspects of separation and divorce and the most appropriate means of helpin8 children through parental separation, Mediation with a view to helping couples lo make decisions on practi¢&l arrangements for theMlveS and their children; and Training of mediators and other Professionals in the role and delivery of mediation to separating families. Medialion Service We cmploy nine mediators. One of our mediators is Also a Professional Prnctice Consultant 3nd provides in-house supervision, alongside additional Professional Practice Consultan¢y from an external consultant. The Trust remains dedicated to supporting new mediators through their training. Over the year we have been supporting three mediators in the development of their portfolios. 41Page
FOR THEYEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Fofflilv Mediotlon Trust Re8iSteted offict Th¢ Charin8 Cross Centsll St John mwIden NoM¢h, NR2 IDN The Family m•ji•tionTn tAd is a rtgithvjcharity No. 1041476. Rggi&roJ as a cmpany limited by and t¢w$tj in wd0. 2975404 Financial Review the profile and importance of Legal Aid for many families. Legal Aid ra*s have not been adjusted, and with new contracts coming inlo force in September 2024, it is unlikely that we will see any changes. However, we must continue to fight as fewer providers and locations offer Legal Aid mediation. Income for the year amounted to £363,280 (year ended 31 March 2023: £360,581). Donations gratefully received during the year amounted to £22,762 (year cndcd 31 March 2023: £29,100). Reserves The voucber scbeme has been a very helpful support structu for rnediation. but il should not detract from the role of Legal Aid. t£gal Aid is protxted by law and desigoed to support the lowest-income families. The balance on the unrestricted fund Account on 31 March 2024 was £189,428 (year ended 31 March 2023: £174.191). The Trustees continue to focus on three primary financial obje¢tives.' (l ) maintain sufficient cash reserves to enhance or8ani$ational resilience to resT)ond to any future economic downtUTns' {2) further develop the service's revenue streams to fUncIallY support the service's charitable objectives obviating ihe need to Tcly largely on charitabl¢ donations to fund capital expenditure and fUe development; and (3) invest io the fufttre of the sector to promote service quality in a changing 60ciety to deliver lon8-terni soci¢tal benefit While advocating for mediation access regardless of income, we have also maintsined high-level mediation services for private clients. especially those with complex fancIal situations. Whether supportiDg a couple in dividing "trust fuDd5 or splittiug debts, our team remains fSed on providing high-quality rriediation to all.. Puttlng the Child First The majority of our work revolves around cbild issues, even in financial cases, as discussions and agreemeDIs often concern the child's home. The Trust believes, and the law dictates, that 8 Child should have a voice on important issues such as where they live, who th¢y live with, and how they are cared for. The balance on the restricted fund account 00 31 March 2024 was £28270 (year ended 31 March 2023.. £18,398). Chlef Executlve Officer's Report Last year, we set out to consolidate tbe work the Trusl had been doing during the COVID-19 pandemic and the cosl-of-living crisis to build a stronger and more stable organization. This focus has led lo improved perforniance across areas of Mediatio resulting in mor¢ people having a positive experience. Over th¢ y¢ar, we have worked bard to ensure more cases include the child's voice. Despiie challeoges such as cost. parental concern, and administrative burdles, we bave incre&sed the number of Child Inclusive Medialion (CIM) cases by over 120Yo in th¢ last 12 months. Additionally, the Trust has promoied CIM across the sector by hosting a successfvl conference focusing on Ihc Voice of the Child. We are also pleased to have welcomcd representative from the Family Justice Young Persons Board as a consultant to the board. A Dlvlded World As the wealth gap widens, the cballcngcs for those on the lowest income levels become increasingly severe. For individuals on minimLm] wage, the w¢ekly income is just £423.28. This amount is insufficient for those people and those unable ¢0 work, relying on Universal Crcdit, to access effective legal advice and support. The average hourly charge rate for legal advice collsumes over 800/0 of a person's weekly wage. The Core Delivery Over the last 12 months, the Trust has worked witb over 1.000 individual families, a 16.5% increase from the previous year. This growth continues an upward trend over the past five years. uls 2019120 2020lll 373 880 2021ll2 940 2022123 927 2023124 1,080 This situation is impacting the family legal system Si8nifi¢antly. The demands on family courts are CODStantly inc[lg, aDd the Dumber of unrepresented people in these courts is also rising. Over this year, the government consulted on the idea of compulsory m¢dialioJ), but the rcsults showed a significant setback, opening Options for those who can afford alternatives like arbttration to sidestep mediation. MIAM9 2nd MIAM$ MedlAtio Sessions 176 338 419 447 534 228 266 491 568 700 The table shows a significant increase ID 2nd MIAMS (19.411/0) and 5ubscquent mediation sessioos (230/0), Th¢ Trust has focused oll improving Communication with the second client to achieve a higber conversion rate into mediation. Our voice remains one of the few that continues to ¢hampion support for those on the lowest Inm¢s. The Trust has work¢d with other mediatlon services to raise 51Pagc
FOR THEYeAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Fomllv Mediotlon Trust Re8i&erb4 office atTheawingCr05sCelltsE, StJolLn M8ddeMtheLNom¢ NR2 IDN The Family Mdiation Tn Ltd i$8 wsleTEd Ctrrity No. 1041476. iie8iSterulas acompsny limited by legi¢¢1 it) W4ndNo. 2975404 The Centre for Excellence The Medialors Conference The Ccntre for Excellence has primarily focused on rollin8 Out a PaT¢nling Coordination pilot project and advocating for Legal Aid mediation. The Twst delivered an online conference focusing on the Voice of thc Child. The evelll attracted high-profile speakers and facilitated diverse and challenging discussions on maxitnizing the potential of child-inclusive mediation, safely and effectively. Payenling Coordination.. Tbe concept of parenting coordinatlOD .has been developed in many couutries. as a way for clients with Significant collflict to manage their Court-ordered agreements. In the UK, it has been d¢veloped by a group of ninc mediators over the l&st fivc years. How¢v¢r, it has not materialized into significant case work. Plansfoi. Ihe Fulure Wbile this year has biyn SUCssl, there is fiffther work to bc done. Over the comin8 year, the Trust will focus on: ltscreasing the number of families we work with to exteDd the impact of our services. The Trust secured funding from the Norfolk Community Foundation and The Merce[5 Charity to trial a project ID Norfolk for Parenting Coordlnation (PC). The aitD was to identify and remove barriers lo accessing PC. The project focused on.. Creating a Dew incomc line through the external provision of Profes$ional Practice Consultants. ,Exploring way8 to enhance support for children through the separation process. The Team Court Support: Working with CAFCASS and family jud8es to ensure understanding and trust in the process and facililate rcferrats.. The Family Mediation Trust places immense value on its stsff. recognizing that their dedicatt'on and expertise are at the core of our success. We are proud to highlight the re¢¢nl a¢hi¢vem¢nt of Debbie Hargreaves, who ha$ successfully secured full accTeditaiioD, fijrther strengthening our team's ability to provide exceptional mediation services. Flnanclal B•rrlen: Using grant funding to create a ¢hargin8 System that makes PC frcc foT Ihose on very low incomes and Iow-COSt for those on low incomes. Legal Advice: Rcquiring clients to gather legal advice on PC.before engaging, simplifying the prorKss to reduce conflict. As part of our commitment to stsff well-being and development, we also support all our employees by ensuring they 'are enrolled in the Real Living Wage, reflecting our belief in fair Compensation and the importance of investing in our people. This dedication to ow team not only enhances their professional Owth but also ensures that our services ue delivered by rnotivated 8nd well-supported staff. Tbank You To date. the program has provided valuable insights into challenges for the long-l¢rni tUre of parental coordinaiion. Fainily Mediaiion Legal Aid Actio The Trust has played a leading role in advocating for low- income families and the need to retain Legal Aid for mediation. This work has involved creatin8 an alliance of 77 providers wbo offer Legal Aid mediation. The Trust's CEO bas also taken on the role of chair of the group. instrumental in protecting access to mediation for low- income families. The Trusvs administrators and mediators are not only hardworking but also show compasston and commitment lo our clients daily. Their approach has enabled the Trust to have another successful year. The Trustees have provided guidance and support to decision-making while ensuring the charity's governance is maintained at the bighest level. The group acknowledges progress and successes, such as gaining support from a wide partnership of providers and Correspondence with senior MPS and Lord Bellamy. This advocacy has amplified thc m¢ssage through othcr organisations, iDcludiDg the Family MediatioD Council IFMC)improved focus OD Legal Aid. The Trust has been fortunate to receive support from several charities and trnsts. We would like to thank the following for their support.. The Mercers Charity CAF Bank The Privy Purse 61Page
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 The Familv Mediation Tnjst R¢gisteYt4J office atTheCharingCrt6s StJohn Ma&knTh¢ NoThvicth. NR2 IDN Th¢ Familymcdiation Tn]# Ltd is a [egluer1 Ch8rityNo. 1Tr11476. Rew5tered as &company Itmit&J by gWrond regis•1 in England No. 2975404 REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 The trustees (who are also directors of The Farnily Mediaiion Trust for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the Trustees, R¢port and tbe financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations. Company law Tequires the TTuses to prepare rts1clo1 stst¢ments for each finaDcial year. Under that law they have elected to prepare the financi41 stst¢ments in accord4n¢e with appli¢abl¢ law, Uniied Kingdorn Accountin8 Standards (UK Generally Acccpted Accountin8 Prnctice). including FRS 102 'The Financial ReiJortsn8 Stsndard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP 2020. In prepuing these financial statementy the trustees are required to: select suitsble accouniing kK)licies and then apply them consistently.. $t4te wheth¢r appliuble UK Accounting Standards hJv¢ bwi followed, wbjeet to any MIrial departures disclosed And ¢xplained in th¢ financial slatements. aTbd prepare the fu]auciai stateTlleftis on the going concern basis unless it is IpprOpriate to pre5wn¢ that the ¢ornpany will ¢ontinu¢ its aciivities. The truste are responsible for ke¢pin8 adequate accountin8 records that are sulTicieni io show and explain th¢ ¢omp4Dy'$ transociions 4nd disclose with reonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and enable them to ensure that its financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006 and the Ch8riti¢s SORP 2020. They have geneTal responsibility for thking such steps as are reasonably open them lo saf¢gu4rd the assets of th¢ company and to prevent and detect fraud and other irre8ul4rities. The trustee$ are r¢snSible for the m•intenaDce and integrity of corpornte and finAncial inforn)ation included on the compatty's website. Legisl&tion in the Uniied Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial stsiements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions. This report bas been prep&Ted in accordance with the sp¢¢ial provisions of Part 15 of the C<mpanieg Act 2006 relating to small companies and in ac¢ordanc¢ with th¢ G¢ncrni Directions given by the Clwities CottuttiSSiOD under S¢¢tiots 145(5Xb) of th¢ Choriti¢s Act 2011. Independent examiners The directorn pPOinted StUOrt Arrandale, Charted Certified AccouDiant a8 indep¢nd¢nt examiner to the company. Reserves Policy The charity atms to hold sufficient genernl funds to wver the cost of the charity for three months. Post Balance Sheet Events There are no Post Balance ShE¢t Events to be r¢portul. Signed on behalf of the Tru¢¢5 on. q, Iz . 24 DireLtor 71Page
FOR THE YeARENDED31 MARCH 224 Familv Mediatlon Trust Regis*Yedoffic¢atThe Chariftg CrCentrE, St Joht) MaddumArf Norwich. NP2 IDN The Family Mdiabon ijd 15 a ryisteTuI Cbarity No. I1476. RegisTrvJ acoJryJany limi1 by Bwranteeand ltysteA iti En8laftd No. 2975404 ACCOUNTANT'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS ON THE UNAifDITED ACCOUNTS OF CAMBRIDGE FAMILY DIATION SERVICE I report on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024. whicb are 8¢¢ out on pa8¢s 9 to I S. Respective responsibilities of Trustees and reporting accountants As described on page 7 the Trus¢¢es. who ore Also the DireetOT8 of The F8mily Mediation TnJ$t Ltd for the purposes of Company IBW, are responsible for the preparation of the accounts, And they consider that an audit is not r4uired for this year that an independent ¢xamittation under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 is needed. It 1$ my resp)nsibility to.. examine the accounts under se¢tion 145 of the Cbarities A¢L does he mean 144. that's what he refers to above? to follow thc procedures laid down in the g¢nernl DircctioDS given by the Charity Commission and to state whether parti¢ular matters have u)me to my attention. Basis of statement My WO was ¢gTried out in accordCe with 8eDer81 dir¢alo given by the Charity Commission. An examitiatioll includes a review of tbe Counting records kept by the charity and t comparisoD of the a¢¢ouDts presented with those re¢ord8. It dso includes consideration of Y unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seekitig ¢xplanatioDS from the Tnte¢S nCeill8 any matters. Th¢ proc¢dur¢s undertakM do noi provide 811 th¢ evid¢nce tbat would be required in aD audit. and conscquently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'ttue and fair. view and the report is limited to those martcrs set out ID th¢ ststemeni b¢low. Independent examiner's statement In conne¢tTon with my examination, no m8tier has rA)me to my 8ttention whi¢b gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect. the requirements: to keep accounting records in 8c¢ordAD¢e with section 130 of the Charities ACL and to prepar¢ &c¢Oun which accoTd with the Kcounting requirements of the Chwitic8 Act have not been met, or to which in my opinxon attention sbould bc drnwtt ID order to enable a proper understanding of th¢ accoynts to be rea¢h STUART ARJMDALE Chart¢reAI Accountant 23-25 Gwydir Street Cambridge CBI 2LG IC- 2024 8jPage
FOR1HE YEARENDED 31 MARCH 2024 The Familv Medlotlon Trust Rewatl offirx 8tThe Charin8 CTDssCenut, Stjsjhn Maddcrrrthc4 Norwich. NR2 IDN The Family M111110 Trust Ltd is a stered Charity No. I14?6. liw"#eTtyl as a ¢ompany limiied bygiiaiantee and gi¢I it) Ensknd No. 29754fy1 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR EIYDED 31 MARCH 2024 NOTES Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Totsl 2024 Total 2023 INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ICOMING RESOURCES DonatiODS Incoming resources from operating activities in furtherance of the charity's objects Investment income TOTAL INCOMtNG RESOURCES Cost of generating funds 869 21,893 22,762 29,100 336.573 336,573 330,663 341,387 21,893 363,280 360,85 I NET INCOMNG RESOURCES AVAtLABLE FOR CHAIUTABLE APPLICATION RESOURCES EXPENDED Direct charitable expenditure Governance costs 324,850 12,021 336,871 328,967 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 12 NET tNCOMtNG /(OUTGOING) RESOURCES FOR THE YEAR Balances brought fonvard At l April 2023 15,237 9,872 25.109 30,684 174 191 192 589 161905 Balances Carri forward At 31 March 2024 217698 192 589 The current and previous years include trading activity gen¢rdted from the merger with Norfolk Family Mediation Service, and the impact of Covid-19. The notes on page 12 to 16 fonn part of these accounts. 91Page
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Fomilv Mediotion Trust R¢Stered offi¢% at The ChaTill8Cnw Ccrth, St John madde¢( Norwich. NR2 IDN TheFamily Mthjiation TNALtsJ isa ffgister•l a)lty No. 1041476. Regi5tetEd as J Compatry limiid by gwaniee 8md tTh EnglaThJ No. 29754Chl THE FAMILY MEDIATION TRUST LTD BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2024 NOTES 2024 2023 FIXED ASSETS CURREFU ASSETS Debtors Cash and Bank 2,220 3,331 45,545 209 751 255,296 38,305 177 673 215,978 CURRENT LIABtLITIES Creditors falling due within one year NET CURRENT ASSETS 215 478 189258 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILrriES 217 698 58 INCOME FUNDS Restricted funds Unrestricted funds 10 28,270 189 428 217 698 18,398 174 191 192 589 For the fmancial year in question the company w&8 entitled to exemption under s¢ction 477 of tbe Cornpanie5 Act 2006 relating to small companies. No members have requiTrd the company to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The Trustees acknowledge their responsibility for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and for the preparation of accounts. These accounts have been pryared in accoidance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regAme. Approved by the Trustees on 2024 and signed on their behalf. (Director) The notes on pages I I to 16 fonn part of these accounts. IOIPage
FOR THE YEARENDED 31 MARCH 2024 The Familv Mediation Trust Registerd offit% Af The Choring Crnss Cenb> Stjoltn Mfjddern4th4 Norwich. NR2 IDN The FarDily MethDon fNsi Ltd is a ry5tcred Charity No. 1041476. as acompkny limited byBwanteehnd registertd in England No. 29754(bl NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 I. ACCOUNTING POLICIES a) BASIS OF PREPARATtON OF ACCOUNTS These financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP). "Accounting and Reporting by Cbariti¢s" the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006 and in accordance with the provisions of Section IA "Small Entities" of Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of tr¢land" (FRS102). The Family Mediation Trust Ltd meets the defmition of a public beDefit entity under FRS 102. The financial statemeDts are presented in pounds sterling (£), rounded to the nearest POUDd. b) FUND ACCOUNTING Unrestricted funds represent accumulated SuluSe8 and deficits in the general fund which are available for us at the discretion of th¢ trustees in the furtherance of the charity's objectives. Restricted funds are crcat¢d wben income is received for a specific purpose and use is restricted to that purpose. c) tNCOMtNG RESOURCES All incoming resources are included in the statement of financial activities when the Charity is entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy. The following specific policies are applied to particular categories of income: Voluntary income is received by way of grants, donations and gifts and is included in full in the Statement of Financial Activities whcn receivable. Grants, where entitlement is nol conditional on the delivery of a specific perfornjance by the charity, are recognised wben the Charity becomes unconditionally entitled to the grant. Donated services and facilities are included al the value to the charity where this can be quantified. The value of services provided by volunteers has not been included in these accounts. Investment income is included when receivable. iv. Income from fees is accounted for on a receipts basis. Incoming resources from grants, where related to perforniance and spccific deliverable5, are accounted for as the charity earns tbe right to consideration by its p¢rforniance.
FOR THE YEARENDED JI MARCH2024 Fomilv Mecliation Trust Re8isretYx4 offiR al Th¢ Cknin8Cro&4Centse. Stjohn Nonyicb. NR2 IDN The Fanlymt4I1oD TN5rLtd isa ffgistefftt Chazity No. I1476. Rv'steI &% acomwy litnittyj by tegiskTtd in En818nd No. 2975404 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 d) IiESOURCES EXPENDED Expenditure is recognised on an a¢¢rual b&8is as a liability is incurred. Expenditure includes any VAT which cannot be fully recovered, and is reported as part of the expenditure to which it relates. Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incued by the charity in the delivery of its activities and services for its beneficiaries. Governance costs include those costs associated with meeting the constitutional and ststutory requirements of the charity and include professional fees and costs linked to the strategic management of the charity. All costs are allocated directly between the expenditure categories of tbe Statement of Financial Activities. Establishment Costs, managemenl salaries and administration Costs are allocated to the MediatlQD Service and Other Family Services in the ratio 75.25. e) DEPRECIATION Tangible fixed assets costing less than £1.500 are written off in the year that they are acquired. Depreciation is provided on all tangible fixed assets so as to writ¢ off the cost of assets. including the value of donated assets, less estimated residual value, over their expeded useful lives, on a straigbt-line basis. It is calculated at the following rate: Offi¢e equipment: 250/0 D TAXATION The activities of the company qualify &8 charitable activities for. corporation tax and therefore the company claims the cbaritable exemption provisiolls on any surplus arising from its primary tradiDg activities. During the year the company did not undertake any non-charitable trading activities, g) LEASES Rentals under operating leases and hire agreements are cbarged to the income aDd expenditure account as in¢urred. NET INCOMING/(OUTGOtNG) RESOURCES The net incomingl(outgoing) resources before transfers for the year is a1Ved at after: 2024 2023 Reporting A¢countant's fee Combio¢d liability insurance Depreciation 1.300 1.750 1.1 i I 1.200 1.567 121Page
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Familv Mediatlon Trust Reww¢d offiee At The ch8 Cmss Certtre, SrJohn Maddemwket, NoM¢h, NR2 IDN The Family MediaDon Twst Ltd is a wsrere4 Chan"ty No. 1041476. R¢8i#ertd &s a compwry limited by gurntee and Te8iSterd in En8taTrJ No. 2975404 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 DIREcf CHARITABLE EXPENDITURE Unrestricted funds Restricted fimds Total 2024 2023 All Services Mediators salaries Non-mediators salaries Establishment and admin costs Traitiing, affiliation and travel 125,461 107,316 87,453 3,055 4,266 4.700 128.516 111,582 92,153 129,585 109,113 88,874 ESTABLISHMENT AND ADMtNISTRATION Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Tolal 2024 2023 Establishment Rent and rates Telephon¢ PrintlDg, post & stationery Adminis Bookkeeping Insurance Consultants expenses Depreciatiou office equipment Sundry 11,750 5,142 4,372 11,750 5,142 4.372 14,043 4,572 6,132 1,081 919 8.010 1,750 50,400 1,1 I I 918 8,010 1,750 52,500 1,111 5,515 1,567 50,000 1,1 I I 2,1(K) The consultancy expenses coiier the fees for The Rural Consultant Ltd to provide Managing Agent functions to Ihc Family Mediation Trust througbout the year. GOVERNANCE COSTS UDrestrict fid8 Restricted funds Total 2024 2023 Financial and professtonal Independent examination Legal and professional Total Administration 1.300 I,300 1.200 131Page
FOR THEYEARENDED 31 MARCH 2tr24 The Fomilv Mediotion Twst Rw'steTtd office atTr Ch11)gc10ssCrt Stjohn M8dderntheL Nonvich, NR2 IDN The Family M&Ji&v)n Tnw IAd isa r¢gistertd ChsTity No. ICb11476. Re&4Mered as a company limited by guwsnw regist¢r&J in E81andNo. 2975404 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 1CH 2024 FIXED ASSETS Leasebold Improvements Office Equipment Total Cost At l April 2023 Additions At 31 March 2024 11.163 28,469 39.632 11,163 28.469 39.632 Depreciation At l April 2023 Charge for year At 31 March 2024 lJ,163 25.138 36.301 11,163 26.249 37,412 Net 31 Marcb 2024 Net 31 .March 2023 DEBTORS 2024 2023 Trade debtors Other debtors and prepayments 43,087 36,569 CREDITORS: Amounts falling due within one year 2024 2023 Trade creditors Oth¢r taxation and social security 5.056 6,437 141Page
FOR 7HE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Fomilv Medlatlon Trust R¢w'aernJ office 8tThc Charin8 Crnss Cenbll St J(+m M8ddennthe4 Nonwich, NR2 IDN The Family m111¥0 Tn1 IAd isa Y¢St charh.ty No. 1041476. etreA as a cojryw limited bygyawAteeand ryisteral in Fthgland No. 2975404 NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR EIYDED 31 MARCH 2024 OTHER COMMrrMENTS At 31 Marrh 2024 th¢ chity bad annual commitments under non-cancellable operating leases as follows: Land and builth'ngs Expiry date Within one year Within two to five years 2024 2023 The Trust uses assets under licence arrangements with rolling 90-day arrdngements. There were no capital cotomitments at the balance sheet date. io. RESTRICTED FUNDS 2024 2023 Law Services Commission Parental Co-ordination Mediation 4 All I,854 26,123 293 1.854 16,544 TRUSTEES AND EMPLOYEES There were 16 employees during the year (2023: 16) eacb earning less tban £40,000 p.a. There were no transactions with the Trustees wbo receive no emoluments. 12. CoFINGEr LtABILITIES The charity has no CODtingent liabilities. 151Page