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Annual General Meeting Annual General Meeting

Wednesday 11 Wednesday 11"[th] December 2024 December 2024 6pm at Wilthorpe Scout Hut 6pm at Wilthorpe Scout Hut

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Registered Charity No. 1049387

AGENDA

1. Introduction and welcome

2. Apologies for absence

3. Governance topics

4. Review of the previous year

5. Making appointments

6. Closing remarks

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Minutes of Annual General Meeting Barnsley 22[nd] Central Scouts

Saturday 30th September 2023 The Scout Hut, 3a Queens Drive, S75 2QJ.

Present: Rachel Cook, Tina Langley, Gavin Masters, Terence Meadmore, Dave Hopkins, Peter Cook, Megan Cook, Emma Missa, Alanis Missa, Rebecca Parsons, Louis Parsons, Sadie Young, Lesley Williams, Debbie Wilkinson, Jaclyn Cunningham, Ava & Alex Cunningham, George Akid(District Commissioner), Samuel Gibbons, Sarah Makin-Jones, Seth Makin-Jones, Louise Kelsey(parent), Janice Masters(parent), Simon Robinson(parent).

Apologies for absence: Andy Young, Gabriel Young, Michelle Knighton, Lee Knighton

Minutes of AGM held 10[th] September 2022 @ Scout Hut.

The minutes were set out in the Annual Report handed out at the meeting and were accepted as a correct record and approved by Emma Missa and Debbie Wilkinson.

- Adoption of Treasurers and Leaders Report (April 2022 March 2023)

Rachel read the GSL’s report.

Tina read the Squirrel report. Emma read the Beaver report. Megan read the Cub report. Lesley read the Scout report.

All reports were approved to be correct at the time of reading by Megan Cook and seconded by Terry Meadmore.

Questions were raised by Simon Robinson. Tina Langley and George Akid requested any questions be raised at the end of the Treasurer’s report.

Debbie read and explained the financial report, addressing questions from Simon Robinson when appropriate.

Further questions from Simon were requested by George Akid and Tina Langley to be discussed after the AGM in order that the meeting be allowed to continue without disruption.

Clarification of the format and purpose of the AGM was outlined by George Akid to Simon Robinson.

Clarification of questions raised during Treasurer’s report:

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Further questions were requested to be raised at the end of the AGM to minimise further disruption to the meeting.

Constitution rules adoption was proposed by Tina Langley and seconded by Peter Cook.

Group Scout Leaders nomination of Chairperson

Rachel thanked Dave for being the Chairperson, proposed his continuation in the role for the coming year (September 2023 to August 2024) which Tina seconded. Dave accepted and was presented with a gift of thanks by Rachel.

Election of Committee (September 2022 to August 2023)

Rachel proposed Debbie Wilkinson continue as Treasurer, this was seconded by Tina. Debbie accepted.

Rachel proposed Sadie Young continue as Secretary, this was seconded by Tina. Sadie accepted.

Debbie and Sadie were also thanked for their hard work and were presented with flowers by Rachel.

Rachel proposed Rebecca Parsons, Terence Meadmore, Emma Missa and Megan Cook to stand on the Committee as members, this was seconded by Tina, and all accepted.

Rachel also requested a deputy from attending parents, with nobody accepting this position during the meeting.

Awards Presentation by George Akid:

Jaclyn was presented with the Chief Scout Commendation.

Gavin was presented with 15 years’ Service award.

George also enthusiastically thanked all volunteers and Trustees for their time, hard work, and contributions to making the Group a successful and outstanding provider of Scouting. He noted all Sections were thriving, and Barnsley 22[nd] continued to lead the way for Scouting in the area. This had been reflected in the large number of awards achieved across all Sections, and the fantastic and varied range of activities enjoyed by children, young people, and volunteers across the Group.

Vote of thanks

Tina thanked everyone for attending the AGM, and thanked the Leaders, volunteers, and Committee members for all their hard work.

A-Z Scouting activities followed the meeting.

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GROUP SCOUT LEADER REPORT

April 2023 to March 2024 by Rachel Cook Group Lead Volunteer.

Our leadership teams, meet 3-4 times a year to review activities, celebrate achievements, and plan exciting programmes.

Before I give you a brief review of 22[nd] Barnsley, I’d like to say that it is an absolute pleasure and privilege to be part of this group and the wider world of Scouting which it represents.

Our volunteers take away a variety of experiences which enhance their everyday lives. I often ask them, why do you scout?

Why do you scout?

I’ve been with this particular group for over 25 years, starting as an Assistant Cub Leader in 1996, volunteering with Tina who was Akela at the time. I’ve seen the group transform many young peoples’ lives and also those of its countless volunteers who have joined in and supported the Scout Group along the way.

22[nd] Barnsley is one of several Scout Groups that offer quality scouting to the young people of Barnsley.

‘ It’s just fun, something different. After a tough day at work, a night of laser tagging at the Cubs is just what the doctor ordered.’

‘I enjoy learning new skills.’

‘The leadership team dynamics; I enjoy good times every Monday evening.’

‘The journey, the confidence, and the difference we all bring.’

I am blown away by the achievement our young people have attained during the year, gaining just under 1000 badges across all section, not to mention the wonderful experiences you have taken part in. What a year!!

We cater for youngsters from the ages of 4 to 14. Offering a programme of activities which work towards gaining badges and awards, culminating in the Acorn, Bronze, Silver and Gold Chief Scout Award.

This year the UK Scout Association said goodbye to its influential volunteer Chief Scout – Bear Grylls and hello to the epic adventurer Dwyane Fields .

From the chief scout to the adults who care for your young people, please note that we are all unpaid volunteers who actively engage and support the young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

We have five teams at 22[nd] Barnsley. Four leadership teams: Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts and one Trustee team. Each team contributes their life skills and experiences to enable 22[nd] Barnsley to thrive.

We have definitely thrived, next year we will be celebrating our 95[th] year of scouting in Barnsley. The group’s identity and meeting places may have changed over the years, but we continue to scout has a strong team who have shared passions and enjoy volunteering.

Our volunteers are achievers too. Congratulations to Emma Missa for gaining your Chief Scout 5-year service Award. John Langley for 20-years, Jaclyn Cunningham for 10-years and Lee Knighton for completing his Section Leader Wood Badge and Tina Langley for completing her Deputy Group Scout Leader Wood Badge.

The dynamics of scouting volunteers evolve and develop each year. As a group we are always keen to attract new people who are willing to share their life skills to enhance the scout group.

The group cannot function without people who are willing to step forward to attend and join in with weekly section meetings, trustee meetings to review safer scouting, keep and record money matters, maintain the group branding through the website, Facebook and online scout manager, look after the premises and maintain it.

I for one cannot manage the Scout Group alone and appreciate the shared efforts from all the volunteers including my co-pilot, Tina. We both meet every six weeks to review the mechanics of the group.

Scouting is not just once a week at Squirrels, Beavers, Cubs or Scouts – its 365 days a year, 24/7. At some point during the year, we are volunteering.

If you feel inspired to help and share the values of scouting, then take action and join the team.

gsl@22ndcentralscouts.co.uk

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SQUIRREL REPORT APRIL 2023 TO MARCH 2024 LEADERS: Michelle, Kirsty, Twix, Bagheera and Skip YOUNG LEADERS: Paisley MEMBERSHIP as of March 2024 : 13

We have been out and about ; highlights include visit to Eureka; Cannon Hall Farm; Locke Park; Take2 Panto; Barnsley Town Hall

At the drey we have been TREEmendous Squirrels and gained 115 badges!

5 Squirrels achieved their Acorn Chief Scout Award during

this period. Badgework throughout the year included: All About Adventure; All about me; All Around Us; All Together; Be Active; Brilliant Builder; Exciting Experiments; Explore Outdoors; Get Creative; Go Wild; Let’s Celebrate; Local Superhero; Story Time; Emergency Aid; Hikes and Membership

Drey Report by Skip

APRIL We visited Wilthorpe park and learned about compass points so we could later find Gruffalo characters in our grounds. MAY we built bridges and models from recycled materials. JUNE we completed an obstacle course and built dens. JULY we visited Eureka along with the Beavers to learn about our bodies, we also planted seeds along with tomato and squash plants in our allotment. We went on a bear hunt and created a bear in natural materials, before going to Cannon Hall Farm for our Squirrel Birthday Party. SEPTEMBER we had a change of leaders and until new leaders were found Skip and Akela will lead the Drey. We started with a treasure hunt in the grounds and hut, so we knew where everything was and ended with a campfire. OCTOBER Bagheera and Twix joined the leadership team to help Skip. We followed a trail around Locke Park, sorted out what to take on a walk, thought about ourselves and made glow in the dark ghosts for Halloween. NOVEMBER we made poppy badges and decorated biscuits, found out about Diwali and brought in something special to share with the other Squirrels, lots of cuddly toys came for an evening out. DECEMBER was all about crafts, we made shrinking Christmas baubles and Christmas trees, we also fitted in a party with a pecial visitor who promised to call in on Christmas Eve and leave us some gifts… if we

had been good. Some of us joined the Beavers and Cubs and went to the Take 2 Panto.

JANUARY we visited the Town Hall and met the Mayor for a tour of the Council Chamber and the Mayors Parlour. We had a very messy evening making bird feeders, and an evening building Duplo model. FEBRUARY we celebrated Chinese New Year by making dancing dragons whilst munching on Chinese foods, yummy and spent an evening using our senses of taste, touch, sight, sound and smell to explore the world around us. MARCH we made St David’s Day windmills, planted potatoes in the dark in our allotment, made rice crispy cakes and went on an Easter Egg hunt.

Thank you to our wonderful volunteer leaders and the parents who have joined us, we hope you have as much fun as we do, your help and support this year has been invaluable .

Skip

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BEAVER REPORT APRIL 2023 TO MARCH 2024 LEADERS: Emma, Terry, Linda and Katie YOUNG LEADERS: Caleb MEMBERSHIP as of March 2024 : 25

We have been out and about , highlights include Visits, Camping and walking the Alpacas.

At the colony we have been eager Beavers and gained 427 badges!

4 Beavers achieved their Bronze Chief Scout Award during this period. Badgework throughout the year included: Challenge badges Adventure; Outdoors; Personal; Skills; Teamwork; World along with Book Reader; Builder; Camp Craft; Collector; Communicator; Cook; Creative; Cyclist; Experiment; Faith; Gardener; Global Issues; Health and Fitness; Hobbies; International; Money Skills; Safety; Space; Sports; Air Activities; Community Impact; Digital Maker; Emergency Aid; Hikes; Musician; Navigator; Nights Away; Paddle Sports; Snow Sports and Swimmer.

Lodge Report by Emma Missa

We took part in the Barnsley District St Georges camp at a very muddy Hesley wood, the weather challenged us and everyone worked together to ensure we all had a fantastic weekend- I must give a big thanks to the explorers and Young Leaders from Dragons and Bees that supported us on the Sunday morning to pack up camp. We also returned there for Easter Eggtravaganza, the Beaver Fun Day and Spooktacular in October.

We had a group day out a Eureka - what an amazing day we had- again appreciation to Terry who organised this. Over the summer we ran our Day camp incorporating a local hike, cooking and a visit to the farm to walk the Alpacas, we had a fantastic day learning new skills and having fun. As a fun event to say goodbye to the Beavers moving on, we held an evening at Hesley Wood where we hired the inflatables, assault course and the cresta run.

We had a visit from a Health and fitness teacher to cover

the health and fitness badge. We also visited the fire station to cover our safety badge, where we got to ride in the fire engines and use the water hoses. We supported our community by volunteering at the Barnsley Main including litter picking, mulching, building, weeding and planting. We were also visited by our friends from the Barnsley Heritage group who had secured funding for Children’s tools on behalf of the work we had done- A photo opportunity and a shout out in Barnsley Chronicle – Super Proud. We joined the Group at the Remembrance Day Parade and were extremely proud of all the young people that took part.

The digital maker was a badge we had not done before and the beavers had requested this, again hard work and preparations from the leaders who researched and planned the meeting ensured we learnt a lot while having fun- definitely a regular badge we will revisit. We joined the Cubs and Scouts at our Annual Kingswood Activity Weekend. Another positive day at Barnsley Main this time completing a scavenger hunt as well as the good work we did to keep the area clean and tidy and resurfaced the path with wood chippings.

We held our first overnight sleepover at the Hut, this was an experience! And yes, we will be doing it again. We took part in the Cyclo-cross event organised by Barnsley District we had a great attendance and a great day and we won. Well done team work makes the dream work.

Another positive year with great things achieved, which would not have been achievable without Terry, Linda and Katie’s support and dedication , they have been instrumental in the team . Also, thanks to Bagheera and our parents who support us with our additional aN, activities.

Sycamore

To celebrate Christmas, we visited the Retrodome with the Cubs and attended the Panto – Oh yes we did.

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EAGLE CUB REPORT APRIL 2023 TO MARCH 2024 LEADERS: Megan, Mark, Jaclyn, Mary, Lesley and Ziggy YOUNG LEADER : Joseph MEMBERSHIP as of March 2024: 27 ~~a~~

EAGLE CUB REPORT APRIL 2023 TO MARCH 2024

We have had another terrific year Cub Scouting , the highlights include the Saint George’s District Camp, EUREKA, Laser Tag, a visit to Hoober Stand, the Aladdin Pantomime at Christmas and the Group Kingswood Camp!!

At the pack we have been very adventurous and gained 290 badges!

2 Cubs have achieved their Silver Chief Scout Award!

Badges awarded include Adventure, Outdoors, Personal, Skills, Team Leader, Teamwork, World, Animal Carer, Artist, Astronomer, Backwoods Cooking, Book Reader, Chef, Collector, Communicator, Cyclist, DIY, Entertainer, Gardener, International, Local Knowledge, My Faith, Naturalist, Pioneer, Skater, Sports Enthusiast, World Faiths, Community Impact, Digital Maker, Emergency Aid, Hikes, Navigator, Nights Away, Swimmer, Membership and Joining in.

Pack Report by Megan Cook

Starting in April we attended the St George’s District Camp at Hesley Wood, joining in many adventurous activities and celebrating the weekend as a group! We also had a Coronation Celebration to mark the King’s reign. In May we visited Darfield Church to explore some of Barnsley’s local history. While we were there the Cubs took a trip up the bell tower to see and learn how the Church Bell are rung for Sunday services and special occasions. The main feature in June was our trip to Pets At Home where we worked through the Animal Carer badge, learning how to care for different types of animals and meeting some of the amazing pets! We ended the Summer Term in July with a Group trip to Eureka (organised by the brilliant Terry), a joint session of Backwoods Cooking with the Scouts, a hike around Barnsley and a good old session of Outdoor Laser Tag!! In September we reviewed the Membership badge and revisited the Scouting skill of shelter building. During October we visited the Hoober Stand Observatory – we managed to see Jupiter through their telescope! The Cubs also demonstrated and taught a special skill each to the other Cubs as part of the Team Leader badge. In November we targeted the DIY badge as the Cubs constructed their own windchimes using different

techniques to join and cut wood to achieve their goal. We finished the Autumn Term in December with some Christmas crafts and the group trip to the pantomime to see Aladdin! In January we started the New Year off with the Photographer badge, the Cubs learned how to use and maintain a camera. The following week we took a walk around the Town Centre taking pictures of local points of interest. The main event of February was the Group Kingswood Camp where our Cubs were very brave and courageous, accomplishing challenges such as the Jacob’s Ladder, Scrapheap Challenge and Zip Line. To round off the Spring Term in March we visited Barnsley Tennis Club to learn the basics of tennis and had our very own version of Bake Off where the Cubs worked as a team to make Butterfly Buns, Gingerbread Men and Shortbread!

In closing, I ’d like to thank all of the fantastic Leaders who form the Cubs Leadership Team for their dedication and contributions to Cubs this past year as well as the parent helpers who support us make it possible for Cubs to keep on adventuring – You are all brilliant! This has been a packed and wonderful year in Cubs and I hope this enthusiasm continues as we carry on Scouting! Baloo

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SCOUT REPORT APRIL 2023 TO MARCH 2024

LEADERS: Lee, Pete, Dave, Andy, Charlotte, Tom, James YOUNG LEADERS: Isaac, Gabriel and Izzy MEMBERSHIP as of March 2024: 21

We have had a rollercoaster year at Scouts , highlights include: rope key rings; 2 science nights; 3 hikes; camp gadgets; dragon boating; sports night; Activity Hike at Silverwood; teamed up with cubs for a cooking night; first aid night run by one of our trustees (nurse); Summer BBQ; developed new code of conduct, w3 planning nights for our Hesley Wood expedition; Remembrance Poppy Rocks; cooked pancakes; internet safety night; Patrol Leader and Leader training night; visit to panto 10 pin bowling; 3 problem solving nights; international night; games night with prize bingo; 3 pioneering nights and finished by making bat boxes ready to put up.

The Scouts have earned earning an amazing 145 badges!!

2 Scouts have achieved their Gold Chief Scout Award

Badges awarded include: Challenge badges Adventure; Creative; Expedition; Outdoors; Skills; Team Leader and World along with Dragon Boating; Fire Safety; Local Knowledge; Master at Arms; Model Maker; Emergency Aid; Hikes; Navigator; Nights Away and Time on Water Activity badges.

Troop Report by Lee Knighton

April 23: Camp prep for the District St Georges Day Camp. Pioneering activities and created rope key rings. May 23: Science night, making bridges using spaghetti and marshmallows. A hike round town with chip tasting. Our Young Leaders ran a camp gadget night with canes and rope. June 23: We went Dragon Boating. We held a sports night with medals and completed a hike round Silverwood camp and woods with 4 activity bases to complete. July 23: We joined the cubs for a cooking night. We held a First Aid night where the scouts learnt a number of first aid skills, bandages, cuts etc. We also held a leaving BBQ for scouts moving on

Dec 23: We went to the Panto to watch Aladdin at Take2 Theatre and finished the year with our Christmas bowling party at the Metrodome. Jan 24: We reviewed the Code of Conduct. We held a team games night and a problem-solving night with 5 bases to complete (Morse code, chicken and fox riddle, nail stack, lolly pop stick puzzles and balloon tower). Feb 24: We had a games night with prize bingo. We had a science night run by a parent and her work colleague. Mar 24: We completed 3 pioneering nights where we built tallest structures, knots, spaghetti and marshmallow structures. We also built bat boxes to be put up in the grounds.

Sept 23: We started back with a membership night and developed a new code of conduct. We also ran a night hike. Oct 23: We covered all the planning for our expedition weekend at Silverwood, involving camp prep, food menus, route plan, kit lists. We created Poppy Rocks for Remembrance Sunday. Nov 23: Hike into town and placed poppy rocks with chip supper. We looked at internet safety and a completed a creative night.

I would like to say thank you to all the leaders and young leaders, because without such a good team we couldn’t achieve half of what we do now, so thank you. I would also like to say thank you to the parent helpers , who are always willing to help out when we need them, so again thank you

Lee

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Trustees' Annual Report Trustees' Annual Report Trustees' Annual Report Trustees' Annual Report Trustees' Annual Report Trustees' Annual Report Trustees' Annual Report
For the period
to end
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Reference and administration
Section A s
Charity name 22nd Barnsley (Central)Scout Group
Other names the charity is known by
Registered charity number (if any) 1
0		 4 9 3
8		 7
HQ registration number 1
0		 0 1 1
1		 6 2
3a Queens Drive
Charity’s principal address
Wilthorpe
Barnsley
Postcod S 7 5 2 Q J
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
ill be published in the annual report of the charity and the Charity Register if reporting for a Registered Charity with a charity regulator)
Trustee Name Office (if any) Dates acted
for whole year
1 DavidHopkins Chair
2 SadieYoung Secretary
3 Deborah Wilkinson Treasurer
4 RachelCook Group Scout Leader
5 TinaLangley Deputy Group Scout
Leader
6 EmmaMissa
7 MeganCook
8 RebeccaParsons
9 TerenceMeadmore
10 LeeKnighton
Names and addresses of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice)
ill be published in the annual report of the charity)
Type of advisor Name Address
None

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Section B
Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
Type of governing
document		 The Group's governing documents are those of the Scout Association. They consist of a
Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The
Policy,Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association
How the charity is
constituted		 The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts
Trustee selection
methods		 The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The
Scout Association.
Additional governance The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board, the members of which are all volunteers who
act collectively as Charity Trustees of the Scout Group which is an educational charity. The Group
Trustee Board supports the Group Lead Volunteer in meeting the responsibilities of that
appointment. As such they are responsible for complying with legislation applicable to charities.
This includes the registration, keeping proper accounts and making returns to the Charity
Commission as appropriate. They also ensure compliance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of
the Scout Association.
The Trustees consist of 2 independent representatives, Chair and Treasurer together with the
Group Lead Volunteer, individual Team Members (if opted to take on the responsibility) and
parent’s representation and meets every 3 months. Members of the Trustee Board complete the
Mandatory Scout Association training within the first 5 months of joining the committee.
Collectively they operate in the best interests of the group and its members to provide for:
•
The provision and maintenance of Group property and equipment;
•
The raising of funds together with the management and administration of Group finance;
•
The insurance of persons, property and equipment;
•
Promote and support the development of Scouting within the Group;
•
Manage and implement the various policies of the Scout Association;
•
Provide sufficient resources for Scouting to operate. This includes, but is not limited to,
supporting the recruitment of leaders and other adult support;
•
Appoint and manage the operation of any sub committees that may be required, including
appointing Chairs to lead such subcommittees;
•
Appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than any who are elected.
The Group Trustee Board also:
•
Approve the Annual Report and Annual Accounts after their examination by an appropriate
auditor, examiner or scrutineer as appropriate;
•
Presents the Annual Report together with the Annual Accounts to the Group Scout Council
at the Annual General Meeting; files a copy with the District Trustee Board and submits
them to the Charity Commission;
•
Maintains confidentiality with regard to appropriate Trustee Board business.
Section B Structure, governance and management (continued)
Structure The Group is based at Wilthorpe and comprises of four sections, Squirrels; Beavers, Cubs and
Scouts. The Group is responsible for the supervision and support of theses sections within the
provisions of the Policy, Organisation and Rules of Scouting as set out by the Scout Association
The group enjoys ownership of its own Headquarters, based at Queens Drive, Wilthorpe, Barnsley,
S75 2QJ
.
The Group also enjoys the lease hold land adjacent to this property. This is subject to
a peppercorn rent.

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Risk and Internal
Control		 The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is
exposed, these are regularly reviewed and have systems established to mitigate against
them. The main areas of concern that have been identified are:
Damage to the building, property and equipment.The group would request the use of
buildings, property and equipment from neighbouring Scout Groups. The Group has
sufficient building and contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent loss.
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members.The Group through its membership
subscription fees contributes to the Scout Associations national accident insurance policy.
Risk assessments are undertaken before all activities.
Reduced Income. The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and
fundraising. The group does hold a reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should
there be a major reduction in income. The Board could raise the level of subscriptions to
increase the income of the group on an ongoing basis, either temporarily or permanently.
Reduction or loss of members.The group provides activities for all young people aged 4 to
14 through age related sections. If there was a reduction in membership in a particular
section or the group as a whole then there would have to be consideration of contraction,
consolidation or closure as appropriate.
Finance.The group conducts its financial affairs in accordance with the rules and guidance
detailed in Policy Organisation and Rules of the Scout Association.
Section C Objectives and activities
Summary of the objects
of the charity set out in
its governing document		 "The Purpose of Scouting”
Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal
development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
The Values of Scouting
As Scouts we are guided by these values:
Integrity- We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy and loyal.
Respect- We have self-respect and respect for others.
Care- We support others and take care of the world in which we live.
Belief- We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes.
Co-operation- We make a positive difference; we co-operate with others and make
friends.
The Scout Method
Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults, work together based
on the
values of Scouting and:
- enjoy what they are doing and have fun
- take part in activities indoors and outdoors
- learn by doing
- share in spiritual reflection
- take responsibility and make choices
- undertake new and challenging activities
- make and live by their Promise. "
Summary of the main
activities in relation to
these objectives		 Supporting the sections in the delivery of quality programmes, development opportunities
and such other support as an when required
Provision of Groupwide activities and events.
The Group Trustee Board acknowledges the vast amount of time and effort expended by
the Volunteer Leaders, Helpers, Administrators and supporters working within the Group
and its four sections.
Similarly the Group Trustee Board acknowledges the massive physical contribution
provided bythe ‘Maintenance Crew’ in maintainingthegrounds and buildings.

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Public Benefit
Statement		 The Group meets the Charity Commissions public benefit criteria under both the
advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community
development headings.		 The Group meets the Charity Commissions public benefit criteria under both the
advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community
development headings.		 The Group meets the Charity Commissions public benefit criteria under both the
advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community
development headings.
Section D
Achievements andperformance
Summary of the main
achievements of the
charity during the year		 The group has shown great resilience and continues to provide an exciting and
inspirational programme which is reflected in the numbers of youth members and their
achievements. This reflects the dedication and commitment of the Leaders and Group
Supporters.
Section E
**Financial Review **
Reserves Policy The Groups policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the activities of
the Group should income and fundraising fall short. The Group Trustee Board considered
that the Group should hold a sum equivalent to a minimum of twelve months operating
costs.
The Group held reserves of approximately £13,474 against this at year end. This is
commensurate with the levels for operating expenses. The Group Trustee Board
recognises that the reserves have increased this year and have agreed that from April
2024, subscriptions will be maintained at £180 per annum per member (£18 per month
(Excluding April and August) to maintain the reserves.
Investment Policy The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer term investments. The Group
has therefore adopted a risk adverse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are
held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies.
Section F
Other Optional
**Information **
Section G
Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above
Signed on behalf of the charity’s
trustees
Signature(s)
D Hopkins
R Cook
Full name(s)
David Hopkins
Rachel Cook
osition (eg Secretary, Chair)
Chair
GroupLeadVolunteer
Date
1
1
1
1
2
4

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22nd Barnsley (Central) Scout Group (Charity no. 1049387) Receipts and payments account For thè yoar from 2023 To 2024 Receipts and payments 2023124 2022123 UnTestri¢tsd funds Unre$tri¢ted funds Rèe•l ts Donatioas 18 acies and Similar Income Membershi subsc Donations to scout Activi ments 17388.00 o.oo 11184.39 0.00 665.50 296.16 12840 10G 8206 rou Joini fees. rou ndin correctsons ar. neckets etc 1039 Sub total Grants Maintenena other rants rani TSA ea 0.00 0.00 ars Sub total soo Fundraisin events onsored bike nde Locke ark bonfire Amazon smile Olher fundraisin 339 925 63 50 7¢XI.00 43.18 20.00 a¢tivit*8 Sub total Scout hut income toEx Its￿r$ to 25th Baw Hire of ment Other Scout hul incorno- mone from tudL sh Sub total 400.00 0.00 400 436.16 8M16 Investment in¢om• Bank Inieresi Socie Interest The Scoul A550Cl3tion Short Temi Invesknient Serv Other Invesbnent Income 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Total Gross Income Asset and investment salos. èic. 0.00 Total receipts 31133.39 24559 LT70W02 (Juty 20211 1of3 141 Page

22nd Barnsley (Central) Scout Group (Charity no. 1049387) Receipts and payments account For the year from 2023 To 2024 Receipts and payments 2023124 2022123 Unrestrlcted funds Unrn8trlcted funds Pa ments Chantable Pa ents Membetshi subscri tions Nats"onaVCoun Youth ramme and secbonal ac￿1￿$ Adult su ort and Irainin BMBC rates Waier and Se%4Er Eledrirj and Gas In$uran airs and RenewaL Matèria1$ and ment Section admin Contribution to cam Unrforms - bad AGM and trustee e Grou Admin- Go Car¢less and OSM a Other costs- refunds Other costs- SwEets for tudr shop Sub total f79.80 339 4959 lthalDistii 0.00 123.56 1,073.40 848.51 1,467.65 297.78 105.26 8,444.56 1.736.$8 122 82$ 1326 260 costs. rou Isection events 3965 2543 fees 1.759.25 172.00 1049 Fundraisin èx 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 OD Detail 2 Detail 3 Other fundraisi cos15 Sub lotal Total Gross Expenditure As¥•t and in¥estsn•nt purchases. etc. Total payments ." 25701 Net of reeeipts/(p8yments) Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end 12a51 LT700CK)2 (Juty 20211 2013 151 Page

22nd Barnsley (Central) Scout Group (Charity no. 1049387) Receipts and payments account Forth•) Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year CBsh funds 162351 3(*3 161 Page

Scrutineer's Report to the Trustees of 22nd Barnsley Central Scout Group I report on the accounts of the Group forthe year ended.............................--.............-.... As the Group's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts: you consider that neither the audit nor independent examination requirements of the Charities Act 2011 apply. It is my responsibility without carrying out an audit or independent examination to scrutinise the accounts and to report to you. In accordance with the directions given in the Group's constitution, I have scrutinised the records and the accounts. In my opinion the accounts are in accordance with the records produced to me and comply with the constitution. ILKi¥lkJ UPTU Address:.............. 171 Page

England & Wales Unqualified report for a non-company charity preparing receipts and payments accounts with a gross income of £250,000 or less in the relevant financial year Independent examinerfs report to the tTUStee5 ￿ 22rvJ Barnsley (Central) Scout Group I report to thetrustees on my examination of the accounts of the 22 Bamsley Icentral Scout Group forthe year ended 6th ApriL 2024 Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the 22 Bamsley (Central Scout Group a￿ re5F4￿lbLef0r the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirefnerts of the Charitie5 Art 2011 ftheArtl. I report in respect of my examination of the 22nd Barnsley {Central Scout Group accounts carried out under sertion 145 of the 2011 Act ar￿ in caryng out my exarnination I have foiiowsl alLthe applitrd￿e Oirectm￿S given try the Charity Commission under seciion 145{51(bl of the ACL Independent examinerfs statement I have completed my examinatiorL I confimi that no material mattef5 have come to rny attention in connection with the examination gwing me cause to believe that in any material respect accounting records were not kept in r￿of the 22nd 8arnsLey (Central Scout Group as required section 130 of theAct or l the accounts do not accord with those record& drawn in this report in orderto enabLe a proper understanONvJ of the accounts to be rearhd. Signed: PTr) Relevant professionaL qualification or mernbership of professK>nal iM)dies rrf any): Addres& 41 Date: 181 Page