Company registration nurnber.. 02948386 Charity registration number: 1045464 Nottingham Counselling Service (A company limited by guarantee) Annual Report and Financial Statements for the Year Ended i l March 2024 CommuIiity Accounting Plus Units l & 2 North West 41 Talbot Street Nottinu NGI 5GL
Nottingham Counselling Service Contents Reference and Adminlstrative Delails Trustees, Report 2to 16 Independent Examine¢s Report 17 Statement of Financial Activities 18to19 Balance Sheet 20 Notes to the Financial Statements 21to30
Nottingham Counselling Service Reference and Administrative Details Trustees Benjamin Waldrdm Maeve Filzpatrick Martyn Groves-williams Maria Arruda Michael Lees Samuel Nichols Christopher Julien Bouyer Sims Hilary Rapinet Shoana Qureshi-Khan. CEO Senior Management Team Charity Registration Number 1045464 Company Registration Number 02948386 Regislered 01¢¢ Unit 5 Vicloria Court Kent Sireet Nottingham NGI JLZ Independent Examiner John O'Brien, employee of Community Accounting Plus Units l & 2 North West 41 Talbot Street Nottingham NGI 5GL Page I
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report The trustee5, who are director5 for the PUTPOSe5 of company law. present the annual report together with the financial statements of the charitable company lor the year ended 31 March 2024. Trustees and officers The trustees and officers serving during the year and since the year end were as follows.. Tnte¢S.. Benjamin Waldram (appN)inted 12 July 202)) Maeve Fitzpatrick Martyn Groves-williams (appointed 12 July 202J) Maria Arruda Michael Lees (appointed 5 September 202)) Samiiel Nichols (appointed 25 September 202J) Christopher Julien Bouyer Sims Hilary Rapinet Strueture, governanee and management Nalure ofgoverning documenl The organisation is a charitable company limited by guardntee. registered as a Charit). siiice 198) and incorporated 14 July 1994. The company was established under a Memorandum of Association (amended 13 August 201J) which establishes Ihe objects and pO.erS of the charilable company and is govemed under its Articles of Association. In the event of the company being wound up the members are required to contribute an amount not exceeding £ l. Organisalional governance The charity experienced a year bereft from grief and crisis due to the loss of Leslie Macdonald and an interim Executive director Graham Atkinson and the Trustees held 4 meetings in total. The members of the board are responsible for the strategic direction and policies of the charity- Board Membe are drawn from a variety of professional backgrounds. including the four new members appointed July/August 202J. The Company Secretary who is also the Executive Director sits on the board but has no voting ri(Thts. The Executive Director and Service manager were the only full-time employees during the year. The Executive Director is responsible for all aspects of day to day operations. functional management and developing the services. Holds accountability to the Board of Trustees for governance and ensuring that the charity delivers the services specified in all contractual agreements. Other key operational management responsibilities include Quality Management, reviewing and monitoring the Risk Register, the achievements of Key Perfonnance Outcomes, developing and implementing Digital and Communication Strategy, Fundraising and Financial Management and Partnership Development. Page 2
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Induclion ond Iraining oftruslees The Trustees have remained highly engaged in supporting the Executive Director with organisational developments and special thanks lo Maeve Filzpatrick as Chair of the board until January 2024 but remained a trustee, with the new. appointment of chair Micheal Lees. A key figure in this process is Clinical Lead Martin Simpson. an experienced Clinical Supervisor approved by the British Association for Counselling and Ps)'chotherapy (BACP). Martin plays an importanl advisory role. providing guidance to both the Executive Director and the Board, ensuring that clinical practice and governance are aligned with best practices and industry standards. Director's Report The Trustees are pleased to present their annual repon. incorporaiing the Directors, Report and Financial Statements, for Nottingham Counselling Services (the "Charity") for the year ended J l March 2024. This report has been prepared in accordance with the legal requirements set oui for both the Truslees, Annual Report under the Charities Act and the Direclors, Report and Accounts as required by the Companies Acl. The Trustees take this opportunity to reflect on the Charity s perforniance over the past year, acknowledging both its financial health and the continued impact of its services on the local community. In addition to statutory requirements, this report provides insights into the Charity's activities, its governance framework. and how we have navigated challenges. including the changing demands for menL21 health services. The Trustees w'ish to thank the entire team: including our dedicated staff, therapists. and volunteers, for their resilience, professionalism, and commitment to delivering high-quality coun5elling services throughout this period. We hope this report accurately reflects the siJificant progress Nottingham Counselling Services (NCS) has made during a period of unprecedented challenges, including overcoming the impact of the pandemic, the ongoing cost of living crisis. and the profound loss of our esteemed leader. Leslie Macdonald. In April 2023, we mourned the p&ssing of Leslie: not only a guiding force for NCS but also a pivotal figure in Nottin(Fham"s mental health and social equality sectors. Under his visionary leadership, NCS became a key partner in addressinu mental health inequalities and race issues iii the city. During his 18 years of service, Leslie led the organisation through numerous changes with unparalleled resilience and commitment, particularly during years of turbulence when many similar charities were forced to close. His leadership, characteri5ed by fortitude and dedication. ensured NCS"5 survival and growth despite these extemal pressures. However, his loss left a profound impact on the organisation, resulting in a period of instability and collective grief. For several months. an inierim Executive Director was in place to maintain continuity, and in October 2023, Shoana Qureshi-Khan was appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer to l¢ad NCS into its next Lhapier. After a year of unexpected costs, covering two leadership transitions and navigating an increasingly difficult financial climate, the organisalion's achievements and perforniance have been exceptional. We are now in a far stronger financial position than could have been anlicipated during such a difficult period. This success is a testament to the resilience of the entire team, and we look fonvard to continuing our vital work in supporting the mental health of the Nottingham community under Shoana's leadership.
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Clinical Overview from Martin Simpson Clinical Lead 2023-2024 has been a year of siJJificant change and reflection for Nottingham Counselling Services (NCS). One of the most difficult moments iyas the loss of Leslie McDonald. our CEO of 18 years. His passing was deeply felt throughout the ortsanisation and across the wider Nottingham community. Leslie's leadeTship was truly remarkable. guiding NCS through some of its toughest challenges. His legacy will undoubtedly live on in the work we do. I had the privilege of working closely with him throughout his time at NCS, and his impact on both the organisalion and the community will never be lorgotten. To help us navigate this transition, the trustees brought in an interim director, and laler in the year, we welcomed Shoana Qureshi-Khan as our new CEO. Shoana quickly stepped into her role, focusing on making NCS more sustainable in an ever-changing and challenging fimding landscape. Our main priority, as always: has been to maintain the high stsndard of clinical practice we offer to those who seek our help. This year, we fully integrated the CORE platfonn, allowing us to track client records and clinical evaluations more effectively. Following the surge in demand for Services post-COVID. we saw a continued rise in client numbers this year, although we Nvere able to better predict patterns in demand. Claire managed the monthly recruitment of both placement and experienced counsellors, while Rob led the client assessment process and delivered training for new assessors to strengthen our team. In May 2021, Leslie asked me to take on the role of inierim clinical lead, 'hICh ilas expected to last around six months. However, it was decided io keep ihis role stable until Shoana's appointment brought more certainty to the organisation. A ne. clinical lead 'aS appointed in February ?0?4 Lorna Wright. Page 4
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Objeclives and activities Objects and aims The Need We Are Addressing Who benefits from our work: those aged 17+ acr055 Nottingham City and Nottinghamshire. We 5pecialise in meeting the need5 of clients experiencittg depression. anxiety, traumi childhood trauln sexual assault and abuse. suicidal ideations. loss. and other presenlalions. Service users benefit from accessing one or more of the following service5- Individual Counselling Couples Counselling Employee Assistance Program • Group Therapy • Surviving Abuse Positively • Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic Counselling Hub Specialist th¢rapeulic support for refugee and asylum seeketS As the demand for menial health services grows nationwide. Ihe need is particularly acute in Nottingham. National estimates indicate thal around 110,000 adults in Nottingham are affected by poor mental health. Contributing factors, such as deprivation and high-risk populations. are significantly above the national average. The 2019 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranked Nottin?ham as the I lth most deprived district out of 317 in England. High levels of deprivation are closely linked with poor mental health outcomes. Furthennore, Nottingham City has a diverse population, with 4J /0 of its residents from ethnic minority groups (2021 Census), highlighting the need for culturally competent mental health services that address the specific needs of these communities. Nottingham also rank-s 8th highest in the country for levels of Severe Multiple Disadvantage (SMD), with many residents experiencing overlapping issues such as homelessness, substance abuse, and criminal justice involvement. In November 202), following the citv's declaration of bankruptcy. Nottingham City Council approved cuts to jobs and services to fill a £5i million budgei gap. This has further strained mental health services already grappling with increased demand and limiied resources. Last year. Nottingham Counselling Services INCS) saw record deman(I with an increase of over 1,000 hours of therapy delivered over a 12-month period. Where We Work and Number of Beneficiaries NCS operates throughout the cit), of Nottingham and the wider Nottinghamshire area. We are located in Victoria Court, near Nottin .ham's city centre. and our facility includes nine individual therapy rooms. each designed to foster a calming and therapeutic atmosphere. Two of these rooms are on the ground floor, providing accessible spaces for client5 with tnobility issue5. During the last financial year, 670 individuals received in the region of 9.829 therapy hours and counselling sessions through NCS, marking a substhntial increase of 4000 hours compared to the previous year. However, the increased demand has also led to a rise in our wailing lisi. with on average, JO individuals are now waiting for around 6 and 12 weeks before they can access their first therdpy session. Page 5
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report The Differenee We Make NCS is committed to breaking the cycle of mental illness, particularly for individuals dealing with post-trauma and those facing complex barriers to accessing therapy. We ivork '1th diverse groups and ensure our services are culturally sensitive and accessible to everyone who needs them. To measure the effectiveness of our interveniions. we use both clinician-adminislered and self-reported tools.. A re¢ent sample of 100 clients, measured using the Paiient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9). revealed significant improvements across various mental health outcomes. Specifically, 770/(k of clients reported better coping strategies, 71 0/0 showed improvemenis in day-t(Hlay fun¢tionin& 81 0/0 demonstrated enhanced insight and understanding, and 92 % exhibited better emotional expression and problem articulation. NCS continues to play a vital role in addressing the mental health needs of Nottingham's most vulnerable populations, even as the challenges of funding cuts and rising demand persist. We remain one of the few remaining therapy services available and accessible in ihe local areas. addressing traum4 intersectionality.. and complex needs. The therapeutic outcomes and results are transfonnative, our longer-tem] approach helps to repair, heal and break cycles which short terni therapy is unable to address. "I have become more aH'are ofmyfeelings andwhat has happened in my life." "I have addres.yed tr(n4mafrom my childhood and been gen the skills, knoT¥,ledge and healip7g lechnique.s to work on these. "The courLselling sessions have given me confidence lo self-manage mv anyiety and low moods. ' "I have become more commiinicaitve and open ii'iih ihe people around me ihon I was, J knom, more oboui how my mId w'orks andfeel less depressed then ifv'hen I siarled." "My Counselling has been complelelv life changing. I did nol undersland ihal going ihrough M?hal slarled as grief counselling would have such a drama¢ic effecl on every aspecl ofmy life." "Ifeel more COJYfidenl about myself improvemenl in my sleepingpatterns. no morepanic altacLs. "Jfeel happy and alpeace wilh myselfand l am more am'are ofmvfeelings and emolions." "A sepLfe of identity and 3elf- compassion. A heality and nurluriug loolkil of approaches lo dealing wilh life's challenges, Iwo years sobriety." Page 6
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Our constitutions The purpose of Nottingham Counselling Services (NCS). as outlined in the company'5 MeTnorandum and Articles of Association. is.. To promoie charitable purposes for the benefit of the population primarily within Nottinghamshire avjd the East Midlands. with a particular focus on the furtherdnce of health and the relief of distress and sickness associated with emotional, personal, marital, family, or related problems. In support of this purpose, NCS aims to: Provide a high-quality. confidential, and accessible counselling service to individuals in need. Build a community of therapisls by supporting iheir education, trdining, and career development, fostering groth for counselling professionals. Develop counselling resources based on internal learning from working with diverse cohorts, as well as external insights derived from the specific needs of the local area. to continuously enhance mental health support. When shaping our objectives and planning activities, the trustees consistently consider the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit. Each year. we carefully evaluate the balance between the financial resources required to maintain a 5UStainable and dependable service and the growing demand for mental health support in our community. We are committed to adapting to the ever-changing environment while ensuring that we continue to meet the needs of those we serve. Aims of the Charity Our Vision Our vision is to provide therapy services that are tailored to the needs of each individual, breaking do% barriers to accessing therap!. We aim to pursue this vision with creativity and continuous learning, recognising the transfomiative impact that therapy can have on lives. Our Mission NCS'S mission is to be an exemplar Counselling Centre serving the community. We provide a range of high-quality psychological counselling services for individuals aged 18 and over who face enduring and complex mental health challenges. Our goal is to ensure these services are meaningful and have a positive impact on individuals, communities, the economy. and wider society. Social Value During the period, we provided counselling support to over 600 individuals, contributing to improvements in family lives: emplovment, relationships, and social funclioning. A key part of OUT work has focused on reaching and engaging hard-lo-reach communiiies. particularly those from eihnic minority groups, individuals facing Severe Multiple Disadvantage (SMD).. and those who have historicalls, been underserved by mental health services. Our outreach efforts have been instrnmental in building trust and breaking down the stigma associated with mental health, especially in marginalised communities. Through dedicated outreach progrdmmes and culturally competent counselling services, we have established strong connections with groups who miJo t otherwise be reluctant to access therapv. By working closely with local organisations and community leaders. we have been able to tailor our services to meet the specific needs of these communities, enhancing both the accessibilit), and effectiveness of our support. This outreach has also helped foster long-terni trust: encouraging continued engagement with our services and contributing to more sustainable mental health outcomes across the city and county. Page 7
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Service Indieators and Metries l. Service Review Proce55: Regular evaluation5 conducted during board meetiT]gs. core stsff meetings, and team meetings. Objective: To ensure timely and responsive service delivery. 2. Referrals and Follow-Through: Total Referrals: Over 1.200 received annually. Follow-Through Rate: More than one-third do not proceed, commonlv due to: lack of awareness as many are unaware that the service is not free or from completion issues.. difficulties in completing referral fonns. 3. Support Initiatives-. Follow-up Syslem= Implemented io assist individuals struggling with digiLql aspects of the referral process. 4. Counselling Sessions= Total Individual Sessions= 670 sessions delivered in the last period. Weekly Average= 170-180 sessions conducted weekly. 5. Targeted Support: Students.. Supported 60 students from local universities. Couples= Provided counselling services to 40 couples. Employee Wellbeing.. Supported 35 individuals through employee wellbeing contracts. 6. Waiting Times Management.. Monitoring= Diligently tracked waiting times and individuals on waiting lists. Reduction Achieved- Waiting times reduced frotn six months to 6-12 weeks. Initial Assessment: Average wait time for an initial assessment is approximately four weeks. NCS Demographics and Reaeh l. Gender Breakdown Total Population.. Males= 46 /0 (approximately 159,000) Females.. 54 % (approximately l fv1,600) This distribiition aligns with Nottingham's overdll population, where women outnumber men. Transgender and Non-Binary Individuals: Specific statistics for transgender individuals in Nottingham are generally not reported. National estimates from the Office for National Siaiistics indicate ihat 0.5-1 0/0 of ihe populaiion identifies as transgeiider. Based on these figures, it is estimated that approximately 1.600 to i,)00 individuals in Nottingham may identify as transgender. Other Gender Categories: • Not Specified.. l J /0 • Identified as Other: 1.50/0 2. Ethnic Diversiti, Ethnicity Breakdom'n: White British: 69Q/o Asian, Dual Heritage: Black Herilage= J l /0 There are notably fewer individuals from Black African or Afr(FCaribbean heritage within this dernographic. Commitment to Inclusion Future Strategy.. NCS is dedicated to enhancing visibility and cultural understanding within the communities it serves. The organization plans to actively campaign and work towards addressing the specific needs of diverse populations in Nottingham. Page 8
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Nottingham Counselling Service's percentages for emplo)ment status and student status Emplovrnent Status.. Full-Time Employment- 28.40/0 Not Working Due to 111 Health or Disability- 14.90/0 • Part-Time Employment_ 19.2 % • Retired_ 2.10/ Self-Employed -7.80/0 Student- 14.20/0 Unemployed- 12.50/0 NottinJ]am Counselling Services (NCS) serves a vulnerable population facing multiple challenges. Many clients experience mental health issues linked to socioeconomic factors, such as unemployment (12.50/0) and illness or disability (14.90/0). A significant portion are students {14.2%) and part-time workers (19.20/0}, indicating pressure from education and financial instability. The need for understanding intersectionality for these groups is crucial, as they may encounier barriers in accessing services due to their diverse circumstances. NCS aims to tailor its approach, ensuring thai support addresses the unique experiences of individuals, fostering trust and engagement to enhance therapeutic outcomes. Public benefil We ¢arry out one to one counselling, Couples, families, groups and lead on projects with those marginalised or disadvantaged. The trustee5 confirm that they have complied with the requirements of section 17 of the Charities Act 201 I to have due regard to the public benefit guidance published by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Achievements and performance Nottingham Counselling Services Projects BAME Parents Partnership with Himmah Charity and Nottingham Counselling Services: Over the last year, Nottingham Counselling Services (NCS) partnered with Himmah to support parents from BAME (Black, Asian. and Minority Ethnic) backgrounds who were strnggling M'ith their adolescent children's mental health and challenging behaviours. This project engaged 22 parents through h>'brid group therapy sessions and one-on-one supporl. addressing a range of issues such as self-hann, low motivation, and aggression towards parents or carers. Despite the fle.Kibiliry of in-person and online group sessions, many parents faced difficulties in attending due to Ihe severity of challenges at home, prompling NCS to provide additional individual sessions and family therapy when needed. Parent5 expressed deep concerns about their children's mental health struggles, echoing national trends. NHS data shoTh's a significant rise in mental health diificulties arnong young people. with over 1.4 million children and adolescents currently in contact with mental health services in England. BAME communities often face additional barriers to accessing mental health care. which compounds these challenges. Many young people wait over six months for specialist support. leaving families without timel), interventions. National statistics further reveal that self-harni among adolescents has increased by 680/0 over the past decade, while aggression in the home often goes unreported, particularly in minority communities, where cultural Stigma or fear of external involvement may prevent families from seeking help. Page 9
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Psychological research Strongly 5UPPOrts the approach of evjgaging parents in addressing these challenges. Studies, such as those published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry, show that when parents are actively involved in therapeutic interventions. outcomes for young people improve significantly. This is especially important for BAME families. who may experience culturnl or systemic barrie when accessing menlal health services. making tailored support crucial. By offering culturally sensitive therapy sessions, the project ensured that parents from diverse backgrounds could access the help they needed to manage complex mental health issues in their Children. Supporting the mental health of parents themselves is another critical componenl of this work. Research from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) stresses that addressing parental stress and well-being is key to improving oulcomes for young people. Parents in BAME communities may face additional stresses, including racism. discrimination: or soci(Feconomic barriers. which can further complicate their ability to support their children effectively. By offering one-on-one support and family therapy. NCS and Hirnmah helped parents navigate both the mental health challenges of their children and their own experiences of stress, creating a more stable and resilient family environment. ThrouJ(F this partnership with Himmah. NCS offered essential. culturally infonned support to parents from BAME backgrounds: helping them manage the complex mental health needs of their adolescents. The project's comprehensive approach, combining group sessions. individual support. family therapv, and psychoeducation, not only supported the well-being of the parents but also contributed to improving the mental health outcomes for their children. This work highlights the ongoing need for accessible and culturally sensitive mental health services, particularly for minority families lacing both Systemic and personal challenges in navigating their children's mental health care. Mapping ihe mental health needs ofrefugees and Asl'lum seekers Over the past year, Nottinuham Counselling Services (NCS) undertook a project focused on mapping the mental health needs of asylum seekers and refugees. This project involved weeks of intensive collaboration with local stakeholders, including the Nottingham Refugee Forum. GPS. Public Health teams. and grassroots charities. The airn was to explore ways to engage '1th refugees and asylum seekers and to identify and address their mental health needs through tailored therapeutic interventions. This collaboration has been a crucial leaming exercise, helping NCS develop effective strategies to reach these vulnerable individuals av]d offer therapy that aligns with their specific challenges. Initially, the project anticipated that group therapy would be the primary mode of support. However, through the assessment process, it became evident that most refugees and asylum seekers required individual therapy. Clinically, this was considered the most beneficial and relevant approach for addressing their mental health needs. The highly individualised nature of their experiences, sexual abuse. including trauma, displacemevjt. and loss, made one-on-one sessions more appropriate and effeciive. Therapists working on the project reported ihat the therapy sessions were particularlsi challenging due to the profound lack of support these individuals faced. Many clients had unmet basic needs, including housing.. legal support, and access to healihcare. This added layers of complexity, to the therapeutic process, as it was difficult for individuals to engage fully in mental health inlerventions when their survival needs were not being met. Despite these challenges: the project found that integrating principles of signposting, multi-agency work: and ongoing support yielded outstanding outcomes. By connecting clients with local services that could address their immediate needs-such as housing, legal aid. and health care-therapists M.-ere able to help stabilise individuals, allowing them to better focus on their mental health and continue navigating the man), challenges they face as asylum seekers and refugees. Page 10
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report The multi-agency approach proved essential in creating a comprehensive support System for clients. Collaborating with local organisations and agencies ensured that asylum seekers and refugees were not only receiving therapy but also accessing critical services that could address their broader social and economic needs. This holisiic approach-combining therdpeutic support with praciical assisiance-has been pivotal in fostering resilience and improving mental health outcomes for the individuals involved. The project has demonstraied that. iyhile individual therdpy may be more resource-intensive. it is often the most appropriate intervention for relugees and asylum Seeke facing complex trduma and extreme instability. This leaming will infonn fllture service delivery. ensuring that NCS Continues to provide mental health support that is responsive to the unique needs of this community. Through ongoing collaboration with local partners, NCS is committed to improving access to culturally sensilive, trduma-infornied therapy for refugees and asylum seekers, helping them build resllience and stability as they navigate their new lives in the UK. External Partnerships and Networks Involvement (April 2023- March 2024) The NCS Executive Director coniinues to represent Nottingham Counselling Service (NCS) and advocate for smaller Voluntary and Community Secior {VCS) organisations and ethnic minority groups across various plaifonns. While not part of the core duties. these activities have grown in importance, positioning NCS as a trusted and leading provider of mental health and wellbeing services. Key Partner5hip5 and Networks Himmah we have previously worked tooether with Himmah to support families of young people from the BAME community with mental health issues. We are also going to be delivering free therap). sessions for people from BAME communities which will take place at a community centre managed by Hirnrnah. African Women's Ernpowernient Forum - working to support female asvlum seekers experiencing mental health issue5. This group ha5 also been renting space in our building whilst the}. grew their own resources to be able to purchase their centre. Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing Association residents. NCS are contracted to provide therapy to MTVHA Nottingham Trent University and University of Nottingham NCS hosts placements for students from both of these universities and also provides them '1[h therapy sessions. We have also worked OTJ projects focussed on widening access to university and delivered workshops at both institutions. Nottingham Community and Voluntary Service (NCVS) - working to support meTJtal health needs within the voluntary sector Switch Up - strategic work looking into support for struggling families and how to support the community on a broader level. Unit Nottz - Local collaboration initiated by Swilch Up to bring voluntary sector parlners together to improve joint working and reducing duplication across the city. Nottingham Citizens - We have joined their teams organising campaigns on migrant justice and young people's mental health. Nottingham Citizens have also supported us to run listening campaigns with our clients which enables us to better understand their needs and the types of services they would like us to provide. Notts Garden Project - we are undertaking an TDtertTrt progrdmme to bring groups of our patients into this project through a supported visit, to help our patients to benefit from growing food and working in a team to help build resilience. Pagell
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Other boards and local structures that NCS collaborates with Financial Resilience partnership ive are collectiTJg data from our patients to understand the impact of negative budgets and debt on mental health which can then be used to support fimdiT]g applications for NCS or the Financial Resilience Partnership. Nottingham City Public Health - Work with this organisation is mainly around sulcide prevention, mental health of refugees and general understanding of mental health in the city. NCS work on any new consultations or strategy development. Nottingham Social Prescribing - these offer nature based support to help people to build social connections as a means to manage their ongoing mental health. Whilst w'e also refer people inio this programme, the organisations involved in delivery are encouraged io refer people to NCS so that more fonnal therapeutic support can be given as a means to build mental health resilience. Integrated Care Board - NCS feeds into this wilh inforniation on, mapping the area, expertise on volunteer sector, and general health care across the area. NCS is involved in the Race Inequalities and Wellbeing sub-boards. Place Based Partnerships (part of NHS) - We collaborate to ensure that the NHS locally is working in partnership with (hose they sirnggle to reach, and we feed into local risks and strategies. We provide and receive updates and support to help improve both health resources and health outcomes locally. Severe and Multiple Disadvantage (SMD) Coalition - We attend monthly meetings where SMD operates where it brings different partners together to share updates on recent trends, areas where Nottingham is particularly struggling, are focused on mental health. addiction. homelessness, childhood traum4 crime and insecure accommodation. We work with multiple stakeholders across the city to fmd local solutions to prominent needs. Referrals We receive up to around 20 new referrals a week. which are either GP or self refeal5 largely but can also be from any of the organisations that we have been involved in developing partnerships with that are listed above. We also have secondary care referrals, M'hich is often people who are coming to the end of NHS therapy as either talk-ing therapy, inpatient or outpatient care. where they have ended what the NHS can provide but would still benefit from continuing therapy which we are able to provide. Nottingham Counselling Services works alongside and on the following workstreams: l. Nottingham City Integrated Care Partnership (ICP) Steering Group a. The NCS Executive Director regularly attends ICP and Board Development meetings, representing smaller VCS providers on the Board. He is a member of the Health and Wellbeing Board (HWBB) Mental Health Steering Group and acts as a champion for mental health. Page 12
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report 2. Nottingham City Mental Health Collaborative lor Better Mental Health This network comprises individua15 and organi5ations Working to prevent mental health issues and improve outcomes for those living with poor mental health. The NCS Executive Director is part of this advisory group, which reports to the Nottingham ICP. contributing to progress updates and recommendations. . Nottingham ICPB Mental Health Group a. As part of (he Noiiingham City ICPB Programme Steering Group, this group involves a wide range of partners. including Primary Care Netivorks. fociising on mental health prevention and reducing health inequalities. Its primary fo¢us is preveniion and early intervention within the city, with ties to the Mental Health Collaborative. 4. Nottingham City Severe Muliiple Disadvantage (SMD) Partnership This partnership coordinates key local service providers for individuals facing severe multiple disadvantages. NCS plays a pivotal role in providing evidence on the needs of BAME and the landscape of mental health issues in our communities. Partnership's Race Equity Workstream. one of seven workstreams. 5. ICP BAME Health Ineqiialities Subgroup a. This subgroup brings together ICP partners and BAME Community represenlalives to forni a collective response to addressing health inequalities. The group works directly with the ICP and partners to address health inequality priorities set by the ICP Board. 6. Nottingham Police & Crime Commissioner - Community Listening Group {CLG) The CLG brings together service providers for the BAME community.. fonning a network that discusses crime, victimisation, offending, and policing concerns affecting the BAME population. This group offers a platform for stakeholders to voice concerns and collaborate on community safety solutions. NottsResolve Group and Campaign Against Loeal Culs In addition to these formal partnerships, the NCS Executive Director has been actively involved with the NoltsResolve group, a grassroots campaign fighting against local cuts to menLql health and community services. This group, which gained significant traction locally. organised a petition that gathered over I 1,000 signatures. The petition was delivered to Do1ng Street. raising national awareness of the devastating impact of funding cuts on vulnerable communities. The campaign received coverage in the local press, with the NCS Executive Director quoted in several articles highlighting the urgent need for sustainable mental health support. This advocacy has been especiall}. pressing following Notlingham City Council's bankniptcy, which has further threatened the availability of vital services. Through these efforts, NCS continues to play a key role in advocating for the protection and restoration of local support services. Campaigns on Refugee Care, and Early Intervention in Sehools with Citizens UK and Nottingham Citizens The NCS Execiitive Director has also beev] deeply involved in campaigns SUprting Nottingham as a City of Sanctuary, advocating for refugees and displaced people in the region. This include5 collaborating with local citizens, community groups. and national bodie5 to ensure that refugees receive the care and support the}, need. NCS has worked closely with local MPS, local business directors. universities. colleges. and primary schools to raise awareness and strengthen siipport svsiems for ihese communities. Advocacy efforts has led to increased recognition of the importance of early interveniion in counseling within educational settings aTJd a focused effort on having counsellors available in the education svsiem. By partnering with local counsellors and educators, NCS has helped develop initiatives thai embed mental health support earlier in students, academic journeys. These efforts aim to prevent long-tenn mental health issues bs, addressing Ihem in the fomialive school years. ultimately improving outcomes for young people and reducing the future burden on mental health services. Page IJ
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Financial review The primary focus over the past year was on ensuring the organisation's financial survival and resilience. Despite ongoing challenges, NCS has excelled and delivered remarkable results under extraordinary circumsLances. Our financial perfonnance reflects boih the efforts made to recover and the robust measures we've implemented to secure the charitv's future. With strengthened financial controls in place, we have successfully navigaied turbulent times, demonstrating both the longevity and resilience of the organisation. These achievements mark a significanl step forward in our mission. ensuring that we remain well-positioned for continued impact and sustainability. For the flnancial year from April 202J to March 2024. Nottingham Counselling Services saw a total incorne of £319,790, slightly below the projected budget of £328.253. The breakdown of income by categorie5 is as follows: Assessments Income from assessments totaled £6,0 l J, which fell short of the budgeted amount of £9,000. Although actual income varied month to month. it consistently remained below the target figure. Contracts Income from contracts came to £21,765 against a budget of £34,200. There was significant variation throughout the )'ear, with some months perforniing better than others. but overall. income fell Short of the forecast. Granls The perfomiance of grant income for Nottingham Counselling Services from April 2023 to March 2024 can be summarised as folloiys: The total grdnt income expected in the budget for the }.'ear was £107,353. The actual grant income received (not including Gift Aid) during the same period was £79,?81. which is £28,072 lower than the buduet. This was mainly due to the current local climate and the charities, period of instability due to changes in directors and the loss of Leslie MacDonald. Counselling Counselling services, a core component of the organisation's income, generdted £139,938, surpassing the budgeted amount of £134,315. This was one of the stronger perforniing areas, with most months coming close to or exceeding targets. Donations Total donations amounted to £4,860. This figure includes various sources such as general donations, fundraising events, and Amazon Smile. Donations were not budgete(L so all contributions provided a boost to the overall income. Financial Review In Summary From April 202J to March 2024, the charity generaied £)19,790. falling short of its £328,25J target by 2.60/0. Counselling services and room hire exceeded expectalions, bringing in £139,9J8 and £25,5J6: respectively. Donations also perfonned w'ell ai £4,860 despite no budget allocation. However: major shortfalls occurred in grants (£79,281 vs. £107,J5J) and contracts {£21.765 vs. £J4200), significantl)i impacting overall income. Policy on reserves After the last financial year the plan is to build reserves as at present it is 2 months at besL we need to build towards 3-6 months of operating cost. l am building a reserves policy to help sustain the charity after such a turbulent and challenging 2 years: this will in turn contribute towards increased service dernands. Page 14
Nottingham Counselling Service Trustees, Report Principol risks and uncertainÉie5 During this period. the primary financial risk involved the costs of Chief Executive salaries over a six-month period and the associated interim Execulive costs. Despite these challenges, the focus remains on serving diverse client groups while working towards sustainable income streams and securing fimding that aligns with the organisalion's long-tenn ambitions. The Trustees have continued to actively review and monitor the risks faced by the charity. The Executive Director is responsible for mainlaining and updaling the organisation s Risk Register and monitors cash flow on a routine basis. Financial statements. including the Balance Sheet and Income and Expenditure StatemenL are produced quarterly and presented to the Board for revieiv. Small companies provision statement This report has been prepared in accordance with the small companies Tegime under the Companies Act 2006. Page 15
Nottlngham CounseRllng Servlce Truslees, Report stAtemeDI of Responslbillties The twstees IINho are also the directo of CouDsellitig SeTrice for the pwposes of collwy laTh) e responsible for preparing th¢ tn]stees' report and the fanCial 5taiemeniS iu ac¢ordance iiith applicable law and Llnired Ktnqdom Accountinq Standards (Dnited kknqdoni Generalty Accepted Accountmg Practscel. iDelI8 FRS 102 "The Fitjaocial RertIng Stalldard applicable tbe UK and Repiiblic of Irelalld" The report and accounts haie been prepared in accordance 7th the proNAsiofts in the Con]pallies Act 2rA)6 relaling to small coo)patsi¢s. Company la. requires the twsiees to prepare financial stsremettis for each fanCIal ear. Under company law the tsiees miisi noi approi'e the fllwicial slalemews unle55 they are salisfied that theN' gil'e a tme aud fa i'iew of ihe state ol affairs of the chariiable con4yany and of ihe irKoming resources and application of resoiirces. includillg lis income athl expendilute. of the ebantable conjpany for that period. In preparing these fitllllcial stateentS. the trElStees are rwlired to.. select suitable accounting trt)licies and apph. them coTrsistently: obs¢Ne the llthods alld principles in the chan.t$ SORP: xnake J18erneDtS al esiimates that are reasonable arwj prudent: state thether applicable accountillg standards. conyisthg FRS 102 hait been folloThtd. wbject io any maierial departures dtyclosed aud explain ID the fAtJJncial stalenKllts: and prepare the fuhincial statements on the gOg concern baw uoless it is ilwropriale to prlle that the cknaritable company WILL contmue in tSirss. The trusttts are responsible for keeping prOr acc1108 records thai ¢an disclose rea8ooable accurary at litne the financial positioll of the chan"thble compallj and enable them to ensure that the financial statenients coiiipl) ii'ith the CoMpae9 Act ?6. The). are atso respoEtsible for safeguardtng the assets of the charilable company al h¢nc¢ for takw reasonable steps for the preNelltion and deteciion of fraud and other irregularities. Th¢ ItU5ttts are responsible for the maiE]renance alld iniegriN of the cortKTrrate and financial infon)ution incliided on lh¢ ¢lwitabl¢ wjnpany's webslte. LegJslatsoD goi'ernwg tbe prepardiion d¢iDatIOn of fUMcl staTtments dter frn legjslaiion other jurisd&ctions. i.£../Lj. /gand Signed on its behalf by.. The a[Ual repwt was appro¥ed by ibe tNsttts of ihe chariry on .. . . Nlaei'e Fitzpatrick Trustee Page 16
Nottingham Counselling Service Independent Examiner's Report to the trustees of Nottingham Counselling Serviee ('the Company,) Independent exalniner's report to the trustees of Nottingham Counselling Service ('the Company,) I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of ihe company lor the year ended J l March 2024. Re5ponsibilitie5 and basis of report As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of Company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requiremenls of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act ). Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination: I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (-'the 2011 Act,). In carrving out my examination I have follom'ed the Directions given by the Charity Conunission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act. Independent examiner's Statement Since the Company's gross income exceeded £250.000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. l confirm that l am qualified lo undertak.e the examination because l am a member and Fello. of the Association of Charity Independent Examine. whi¢h is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examinaiion. I confim) thai no matters have come to my attention in conne¢tion with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect: accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by section )86 of the 2006 Act; or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records- or the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section J96 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'trne and fail view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or 4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities [applicable to charitles preparing their accounts in a¢¢ordan¢e with the Financial Reponing Sthndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)]. I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawm in thi5 report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. John O'Brien MSC, FAIA, FCCA, FCIE, employee of Community Accounting Plus Fellow of the Association of Charity Independent Examiners Units l & 2 North West 41 Talbot Street Nottinu NGI 5GL Date-.1fjlQ.11202.fj......... Page 17
Nottingham Counselling Service Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 11 March 2024 (Including Income and Expenditure Account and Statement of Total Recognised Gains and Losses) Unrestricted funds Restricted runds Total 2024 Total 2023 Note Income and Endowments from: Donations and legacies Charitable activities Investment income 50.548 215,782 352 50,548 268,890 352 14,527 342,460 92 53,108 Total income ?66,682 53,108 319,790 357,079 Expenditure on: Charitable activities (3J2.550) (23,48)) (356,033) (415,746) Total expenditure (332.550) (23,48)) ()56,033) (415,746) Net (expenditure)/income {65,868) 29,625 (J6,24J} (58,667) Net movement in funds {65.868) 29,625 (36,243) (58,667) Reconciliation or funds Total funds brought fonvard 84,442 J87,806 446,47J Total funds carried fonvard 18,574 J32,989 351,563 387,806 All of the charity's activities derive from continuing operations during the above two periods. The funds breakdown for the period is shown in note l J. The notes on pages 21 to 30 form an integral part of these financial statements. Page 18
Nottingham Counselling Service Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 11 March 2024 (Including Income and Expenditure Account and Statement of Total Recognised Gains and Losses) These are the figures for the previous accounting period and are included for eomparative purposes Unrestricted Restricted Total funds funds 2023 Note Income and Endowmenls from: Donations and legacies Charitable activities Investment income 14,527 221,96) 14,527 342,460 92 120,497 Total income 236,582 120,497 357,079 Expenditure on: Charitable activities (294.655) (191.091) (415.746) Total expenditure (294,655) (121,091) (415,746) Net expenditure Transfers between funds (58,07)) (271) (594) 271 {58,667) Net movement in funds (58.)44) (323) (58,667) Reconciliation of funds Total funds brought fonvard 14?,786 J03,687 446,473 Total funds carried forward 84,442 )03,364 387,806 The notes on pages 21 to 30 form an integral part of these financial statements. Page 19
ottingh2m Counselling Service (Registrxtion number: 02948386) Balance Sheet as at 3 1 Lllarch 2024 2024 Note Tangible assets 617.423 621.108 DebtOT5 Cash at bank and Iw 13.332 44J5? 13.731 78.838 10 57.684 92,569 142.777} (39.141) Net current assets 14,907 53,428 Total assets less eurrtat liabilitits 632J30 674.5)6 12 (?80.76D (786.730) Net assets 351,563 387.806 Fllsds of the ¢harih': Restricted Incon funds 332.989 303JfyI Uarestricted illco f¥Bds Unrestricted funds 18.*74 84,442 Totsl fwJrt5 13 3ilJ63 387.8(KF For the fu121 year ending 31 March ?024 the c])aTity w&$ eutitled to exeinption from audit under section 477 The members have not required the charity to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in The directors acknowledge theiT responsibilities for complying wtth the requirem¢nts of the Act with r¢sp¢¢t sDbj£ct to Ibe companics reguue urythin Part 15 of the Cornpanies Aa 2(K. The financial stasements OD pages 18 to 30 wete approved bv the tree$. and autIwlSed for issue on I tl-, 111 aml sigKd OD theTr bchalf by.- Trustee Page ?0
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 l Accounting policie5 Sumtnary of significant accounting policies and key accounting estimates The principal accounting policies applied in the preparaiion of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been con51Stently applied to all the years presente(L unless Otherwise Stated. Staten]ent of compliance The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice (applicable lo charilies preparing iheir accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Siandard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland {FRS 102)) (issued in October 2019) (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006. Basis of preparation Nottingham Counselling Service meets the definilion of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless othenvise stated in the relevant accounting policy notes. Going concern The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. The trustees assess whether the use of going concern is appropriate i.e. whether there are any material uncertainties related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of the charity to continue as a going concern. The trustees make this assessment in respect of a period of one year from the date of approval of the financial statements. Exemption from preparing a cash flow slatelnent Under the exemption available io smaller charities the Board of Trustees has chosen not to include a Statement of Cash Flo.$ ithin the financial statements. Income and endowments Voluntary income including donations. gifts, legacies and grants that provide core funding or are of a general nature is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured with s1¢ient reliability- Donalion5 and legacies Donations are recognised when the charity has been notified in writing of both the amount and settlement date. In the event that a donation is subject to conditions that require a level of perfomance by the charity before the charity is entiiled to the funds. the income is deferred and not recognised until either those conditions are fully met, or the fulfilment of those conditions is wholly within the control of the charlty and it is probable that these conditions will be fulfilled in the reporting period. Grants receivable Grants are recognised when the charity has an entitlement to the funds and any conditions linked to the grants have been met. Where perfonnance conditions are attached to the grant and are yet to be met, the income is recognised as a liability and included on the balance sheel as deferred income to be released. Page21
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 Expenditure All expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to that expenditure, it is probable settlement is required and the amount can be measured reliably. All costs are allocated to the applicable expenditure heading that agregate similar costs to that category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated on a basis consistent with the use of resources, with central staff costs allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset's use. Other support costs are allocated based on ihe spread of staff costs. Charitable activilies Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred by the charity in the delivery of its activities and services for its beneficiaries. It includes both costs that can be allocated directly to such activities and those costs of an indirect nature necessary to support them. Government grants Government grants are recognised based on the accrual tnodel and are measured at the fair value of the a55et received or receivable. Grants are classified as relating either to revenue or to assets. Grants relating to revenue are recognised in income over the period in which the related costs are recognised. Grants relating to assets are recognised over the expected useful life of the asset. Where part of a grant relating to an asset is deferred, it is r¢cognis¢d as deferred income. Taxation The charity is considered to pass the tests set out in Paragraph I Schedule 6 of the Finance Act 2010 and therefore it meets the definition of a charitable company for UK corporation tax purposes. Accordingly, the charity is potentially exempt from taxation in respect of income or capital gains received within categories covered by Chapter ) Part I l of the Corporation Tax Act 201 O or Section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992, 10 the extent thai such income or gains are applied exclusively to chariiable purposes. Tangible fixed assets Individual fixed assets costing £500 or more are initially recorded at cost, less any subsequent accumulated depreclation and subsequent accumulated impainnent losses. Depreciation and amortisation Depreciation is provided on tan(Fible fixed assets so as to WTite off the cost or valuation, less any estimated residual value, over their expected useful economic life as follows= Asset class Depreciation method and rate in accordance with the lease length (effective O. 10/0 straight line) 250/0 reducing balance 250/0 reducing balance Land and buildings Furniture and equipment Computer equipment Page 22
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 Trade debtors Trade debtors are amounts due from customers for merchandise sold or services perfonned in the ordinary course of business. Trade debtors are recognised initially at the transaclion price. They are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less provision for impairnient. A provision for the impainnent of trade debtors is established iyhen there is objective evidence that the charity will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original tenns of the receivables. Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and call deposits, and other 5hort-tenn highly liquid investment5 that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value. Trade creditors Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from supplier5. Accounts payable are classified as current liabilities if the charity does not have an unconditional right, at the end of the reporting period. to defer settlement of the creditor for at least twelve monihs after the reporting date. If there is an unconditional right to defer settlement for at least twelve months after the reporting date, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised inilially at the transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective inlerest methlxl. Fund structure Unrestricted income funds are general funds that are available for use at the trustees, discretion in furtherance of the objectives of the charity. Designated funds are unrestricted funds set aside for specific purposes at the discretion of the trustees. Restricted income funds are those grants for use in a particular area or for specific purposes, the use of which is restricted to that area or purpose. 2 Income from donations and legacies Unrestricted funds General Tot21 2024 Total 2023 Donations and legacies; Donations from companies, trnsts and similar proceeds Grants, including capital grants; Govemment grants Grants from other charities 4.860 4.860 1,173 15,000 15,000 50,548 50,548 14,527 Page 2J
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 3 Income from charitable activities Unrestrieted funds General Restrieted funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Assessments 6,013 21,765 139,9J8 Contract5 Counselling Room hire Training Sundry Sales 21,765 139,9)8 10,127 691 691 157,430 1,380 4i,026 120,497 Services Income in kind support Grants & donaiions 5),108 53.108 215,782 268,890 J42,460 4 Grants & donations Unrestricted runds Restricted funds Total The National Lottery Community Fund Tuntum Housing A550ciation Nottingham City Council NHS Charities Trust 19,980 10,526 10.000 9,580 i.022 19,980 10,526 10,000 9.580 3.022 19,515 15,000 1,173 4,860 Sevem Trent Water HMRC Gift Aid The David Riddell Memorial CIO Nottinghamshire County Council Sundry grants & donations 19.515 15.000 4,860 50,548 53,108 103,656 5 Investment income Unrestricted funds General Total 2024 Total 2023 Interest receivable and similar income- Interest receivable on bank deposits 352 92 Page 24
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 6 Expenditure on charitable activitie5 Unrestrieted funds General Restrieted funds Total 2024 Total 2023 Advertising and Promotion Bank Charges Cleaning Computer Software Consultancy Event Expenses Heal. Light & Other Utilities Hospitality & Cal¢ring Insurance Intemet, Website & Software Legal & professional Loan Interest 1,360 290 5,129 10.710 1,360 290 5,129 10,710 26,283 236 120 12.605 1,116 120 12.605 4,833 3.439 8.987 11.640 25.450 13.355 lJ5,104 102 8,987 11.640 25,450 28,411 17,505 21,930 178,6J6 505 Non Sthff Counselling Wages, Nl & pensions Postage Rates & Water Repairs, Renewals & Maintenance Stationery & Printing Subscriptions Sundry Expenses Supervision Fees Telephone Training Expenses Depreciation Equipment hire Travel Governance costs 9.628 102 1,759 2,598 994 .759 2.598 994 19 24,212 1,001 7,119 80,214 8,377 4.283 4,283 44,974 7,630 805 13,548 805 4,705 885 115 7,430 J32,550 )56,0)3 415,746 Page 25
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 7 Staff costs The aggregate payroll costs were as folloivs= 2024 2023 Staff costs during the year were: Wages and salaries Social security costs Pension costs 124,966 7,420 2,718 165,744 9,648 3,?44 135,104 178,636 The monthly average number of persons (including senior management team) employed by the charity during the y.ear w'as as follows= 2024 2023 Average number of employees 7 (2023 - 7) of the above employees participated in the Defmed Contribution Pension Schemes. Contributions to the employee pension 5cheme5 for the year totalled £2,718 (2023 - £3,244). No employee received emoluments of more than £60,000 during the year. The total employee benefits of the key management personnel of the charity were £38,881 (2023 - £71,574). 8 Tangible fixed assets Land and buildings Furniture and equipment Computer equipment Total Cost At l April 2023 616,194 88,517 42,954 747,665 At 31 March 2024 616,194 88,517 42,954 747,665 Depreciation At l April 2023 Charge for the year 7,362 616 82,853 ,416 126,557 3.685 At i l March 2024 7,978 84,269 130,242 Net book value At 31 March 2024 608,216 4.248 4,959 617,423 At 31 March 2023 608,8J2 5.664 6.612 621,108 Page 26
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 9 Debtors 2024 2023 Trade debtors Prepayments Other debtors 12,577 628 127 8,874 4,857 13,33? 13,731 10 Cash and cash equivalents 2024 2023 Cash on hand Cash at bank 62 44,290 78,838 44,352 78,838 11 Creditors: amount5 falling due within one year 2024 2023 Bank loans Trade creditors Other taxation and social security Other creditors Accruals 8,086 22,811 5,296 629 5,955 8,086 20,928 4,494 1,288 4,345 42,777 12 Creditors: amounts falling due after one year 2024 2023 Bank loans 280,767 286,730 Page 27
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 13 Funds Balanee at 31 March 2024 Balance at I April 2023 Incoming resourees Resources expended Transfers Unreslrieted funds General General 266,682 (J32,550) 2,439 18,574 Designaled Furniture (2,439) Total unrestricted funds 84,442 266,682 (332.550) 18,574 Restricted funds Social Investment Fund Foundation Capital NHS Charities Trusi Asylum & Refugee Trauma NCC Severn Trent Water The National Lottery Community Fund Tuntum Housing Comic Relief 303.316 48 (307) (48) (9,580) 303,009 9,580 10,000 10,000 (),0?2) 19,980 19,980 10,526 (10,526) Total restricted funds 53.108 (23,483) 332,989 Total funds J87,806 i19,790 (J56.033) 351,563 Page 28
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 Balance at 31 March 2023 Balance at I April 2022 Incoming resources Resources expended Transfers Unreslricled funds General General lJ9,5J4 236,582 (29J,842) {271) 82,003 Designaled Furniture (813) 2,439 Total unrestricted fund5 142,786 2)6,582 (294.655) (271) 84,442 Restricted Social Investment Fund Foundation Capital NHS Charities Trust Severn Trent Water Tuntum Housing Comic Relief Postcode Places Trust The Jones 1986 Charitable Trust i03,62J (307) (16) {)6,)28) {27.196) JOi,316 48 27,196 (28,371) (2J,87J) 888 24,490 {617) 5.000 (5.0(K)) Total restricted funds JOJ.687 120,497 (121.091) 271 303,364 Total funds 446,47) i57,079 (415,746) J87,806 The specific purposes for which the tund5 are to be applied are as folloivs- Social Investment Fund - This represents the capital grant used to purchase Unit 5, Victoria Court. Foundation Capital - funding toward core costs. NHS Charities Trust - funding toward core costs. Asylum Trauma NCC - funding toward sessional costs, overheads, lead therapist and the CEO'S salary. Severn Trent Water - funding toward supervision costs. The National Loitery Community Fund - funding toward sessional costs, overheads, lead therapist and the CEO'S salary. Tuntum Housing Comic Relief - funding toward overdll delivery costs of counselling at full cost recovery. Page 29
Nottingham Counselling Service Iyotes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2024 14 Analysis of net assets between fund5 Unrestricted 2024 Total funds General Restricted Tanoible fixed assets Current assets Current liabilities Creditors over l year 9.207 608,216 36,437 (30,897) (280,767) 617,423 57,684 (42,777) (280.767) (11.880) Total net assets 18,574 JJ2,989 J51,56J Unrestricted 2023 Total funds General Designated Restricted Tangible fixed assets Current assets 12,276 79,854 {10,127) 608,832 10,276 (29,014) (286,730) 621,108 92,569 (J9,141) (286,730) 2.439 Current liabilities Creditors over l year Total net assets )03,364 387,806 15 Fees payable to independent examiner During the period, the fees payable (excluding VAT) to the charity's independent exarniner Community Accounting Plus are anal)'sed as follows- 2024 2023 Independent examination Other flnancial services 1,100 7,624 3,375 8,724 3,375 16 Taxation The charity is a registered charity and is therefore exempt from taxation. 17 Trustee5 remuneration and expenses No trustees, nor any persons connected with them, have received any remuneration from the charity during the year. No trustees have received any reimbursed expenses or any other benefits from the charity during the year. 18 Related partv transactions There were no related party transactions in the year. Page JO