## **Hinckley & Bosworth Community Transport** (Registered Charity Number 1054668) 

2024 -2025 

## 1. Chairman’s Report 2. Treasurer’s Report 3. Project Report 

## 4. Financial Statements 



The year 2024/25 has been a year of consolidation but with the same problem as many previous years, the lack of volunteer drivers. This is the one issue that continues to challenge our ability to provide the service to the community for which we are widely recognised and appreciated and which is the sole aim of the organisation however, thanks to the total commitment of the administration staff and dedication of our volunteer drivers we have been able to provide the best service possible with the resources we have. Although we had 35 volunteer drivers who covered 37,000 journey miles we were still unable to meet the demand placed on us by the 2757 members of the community  who are registered for our services and reluctantly, we are having to decline requests for journeys simply because we do not have a driver available. We have made many attempts at recruitment and have been supported by the various local publications and supermarkets as outlined in the Managers’ report and will continue to do so and it will once again be the main focus of our efforts in the coming year. 

Operationally we are still in a good position with all plans and strategies being supported positively by various grants and funding with strategic changes have been implemented to the way the reserves are managed. The minibus is now starting to show its age and needing frequent repairs which are being monitored regularly, however I am confident that the plans we have in place will carry us forward in a positive way in the coming year with regular reviews to monitor performance. 

The administration team of Lindsey, Elaine and Carol continue to do a magnificent job of managing the operation in the face of a growing demand and a diminished resource assisted by Jenny and Liz who volunteer in the office. The admin team has been further bolstered by the recruitment of Kath Hagen and Mark Brogden has joined as the replacement minibus driver and who has already made a significant impact, a big welcome to both. Payment has been made easier for the passengers and staff with the introduction of a virtual payment system and the use of emails to send invoices which yield a cost benefit. 

Details of all operational initiatives can be found in the individual reports. 

There has also been a significant loss to the project with the death of Brian Perkins who was a long serving trustee and volunteer driver and his contribution will be greatly missed. 

I would like to thank the Management Committee who have supported me through the year and helped make the policy decisions needed for us to keep moving forward, all of whom have agreed to continue in the role for another year. I would like to thank everyone involved in the charity for making it the success that it is and wish that long may it continue. 



A big thank you to everyone that is involved in the Charity in whatever way for helping to provide this vital service to our community and I look forward to doing the same in the coming year **.** 

## **Steve Applin** 



The accounts in this financial year April 2024 to March 2025 show the following: 

## **Income** 

Income increased overall by more than £15,000,  Dial a Ride income remained much the same as the previous year with Minibus Income increased by around £7,000 for the year. 

## **Expenses** 

Expenses increased slightly more than income, the main reason being the increases in vehicle running costs and salaries. 

## **Unidentified Cost** 

As with last year there are some unidentified costs (income last year). This year’s amount is £521 

## **Overall** 

2024/2025 was a really good year showing a small deficit of small deficit of £368 on a turnover in excess of £130,000. 

The full accounts are included at the end of this Annual Report. 

## **Steve Crook** 



## _**Dial a Ride**_ 

This financial year continued to highlight the need for more volunteer drivers to meet the demand for community transport. 

Dial a Ride our social car scheme relies totally on our volunteer drivers using their own cars to transport elderly and or disabled passengers who live in the Hinckley & Bosworth area. 

This community services provides transport to: 

- Health and hospital appointments 

- Covid and Flu vaccines 

- Essential Shopping 

- Social groups and lunch group 

- Hairdressers, volunteering etc. 

At the end of March 2025 we had 2757 residents of Hinckley and Bosworth registered to use our Dial a Ride services. 

## **Staffing** 

Our Staff team has had some changes during this financial year which can be seen below: In Administration we had the following changes: 

Elaine reduced her hours from 25 hrs to 15 hours per week, from the 25th February 2025. Kath Hagen joined the team on the 31[st] January 2025 working 5 hours per week and covering as and when needed. 

Carol remained on her 5 hours per week, again covering when necessary. 

Our Minibus driver, Dave Spencer left to live and work in Manchester on the 30th April 2024 and was replaced by Mark Brogden on the 19[th] April 2024. 

Jenny Applin our volunteer clerical assistant continued to offer support to the admin team along with Liz Kelly who joined us to help when needed. 

The whole team this year have been just amazing, working hard to support the valuable transport services we offer in the community. 

## A huge ‘ Thanks’ _**Team**_ 



Detailed below are the types and amounts of journeys we have provided for passengers during this period. 


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Journey Type No of Passenger Journeys<br>2864<br> Hospital Appointments, Doctors,<br>Dentists and Opticians<br>512<br> Visits to Hospitals and Nursing<br>Homes<br>    Shopping  1340<br> 2803<br>Social and lunch groups & Respite<br>                          128<br>Hairdressers<br>                          270<br>Misc Journeys such as vets, Education  &<br>personal business<br>Total Journeys 7917<br>**----- End of picture text -----**<br>


## Developments 

Payments and Invoicing – 

From May 2024 we introduced payment by a virtual terminal called Square, so that passengers can pay over the phone.  This has proved to be very successful. 

Also our list continues to grow with the number of passengers we can now email invoices to rather than post, which obviously reduces our postage costs. 

We have changed both our HR and telephone provider during this financial year and developed our facebook page with the help of  HBBC Voluntary & Community Sector. 



_**Promotional Campaign & Events** –_ This year we have carried out some promotional work to advertise for volunteer drivers and promote our minibus services as seen below: 

- Distribution of volunteer driver leaflets to libraries in the local Borough. 

- Advertising through the Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Councils, The Borough Bulletin and through the Roundabout Hinckley, the Local Rock and the Voluntary Action Website and also HBBC VCS Website. 

- Stands in Asda, Morrisons and Tesco. 

## **Volunteers** 

During this period we had 35 volunteer drivers providing transport for residents of Hinckley & Bosworth ensuring they had access to services and provisions, covering 37,000 miles. 

**We held a Volunteers ‘Thank You’ lunch in June 2024 at Barwell Bowling Club, paid for by passenger donations to thank them for their contribution to the community of Hinckley & Bosworth.** 



## **Minibus** 

Dave Spencer our community minibus driver, left in April 2024 and was replaced by Mark Brogden.  Thanks to Dave for his contribution to our Charity over the last 6 years. 

Mark has really worked hard to increase the number of passengers using our service to make the minibus more economical to run.  He has worked endlessly to combine shopping trips, increase the number of lunch and day trips, offering more variety and interesting places to visit.  Below are detailed the amount of passenger journeys and miles covered for each type of journey: 

|Journey Type|Number of Passenger<br>Journeys|Number of Miles<br>Covered|
|---|---|---|
|ShoppingTrips|1330|2681|
|Hire of Vehicle|526|837|
|Lunch|342|1615|
|DayTrips|248|1263|
|DialaRideTrips|160|452|
|**Totals**|**2606**|**8671**|



Repairs to the minibus tail lift were carried out in Sept 2024 and we had to have a replacement gasket in January 2025 which meant the bus was off the road for 3 weeks. 

We increased prices on the minibus on the 1[st] April 2024 and Mark started on a 20 hour minimum contract which with the trustees agreement in Jan 2025 was increased to a 30 hour contract. 

Thanks to Mark with his innovative thinking and for ensuring passengers are cared for and treated with respect. 

## **‘Well done and Thank you’** 



## **Partnership Work** 

We have worked in partnership this year with the following organisations:  Leicestershire County Council; Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council; Rural Community Council; The VCS (Voluntary & Community Sector); Leicestershire Community Transport Federation; Leicestershire Primary Care Trust, (NHS); Voluntary Action Leicestershire; CTA (Community Transport Association); St Francis Community Centre; Salvation Army, Pathways Centre; Age Uk Earl Shilton; Barwell Disabliity Group; Hinckley; Canalside WI; Let’s Walk Hinckley; Ashby Court; Churchmead Court; HBBC Sheltered accomodation; St John’s Church; Hinckley Past & Present; U3A; St Peters Church, Hinckley; Barwell & Hollycroft Befrienders; Local Area Co-ordinators; local GP surgeries and Social Prescribers. 

## Fundraising 

Steve Applin and I attended the Alternativity fundraising event at Mary Forryan in November 2024 and raised £355. Thanks to Steve for his support. 

Steve Applin attended Hinckley & District Past & Present’s awards night in February 2024 

where we were presented with £200.   Thanks to Steve. Tony Galvin attended on our behalf in Sept 2024 the ‘New Plough Inn’ pub quiz and raised £510. Thanks to Tony for his support. 

I applied to the VCS for a grant for £320 to revamp the signage on our minibus, we received this funding in October 2024. 



We held our annual skittles event in March 2025 and raised £600. 

## **Funders** 

We would like to say a big ‘THANK YOU’ to all those who over the last 12 months have contributed to our Charity and to Leicester County Council for our continued funding. 

We have received funds from the following places: 

£210 from Burbage Methodist Church 

£5,000 from an anonymous benefactor 

£1,400 from Hinckley Ladies Circle 

£900 from our passengers – this went into the drivers fund to pay for a meal for all the volunteer drivers. 

## Trustees 

We welcomed two new trustees to our committee, Bill Roberts (vice-chair) and Steve Crooks. 

It was with great sadness that our trustee and volunteer driver Brian Perkins died in March 2025.  We appreciate all his contributions over the years and will be sadly missed. 

## Future Plans 

The next financial year will again look at recruiting more volunteer drivers and increasing the usage and profitability of our community minibus. 

We will also be looking to recruit a Secretary to be a trustee and sit on our management committee. 

**A** ‘ **BIG THANK YOU’** 

to all the Management Committee for their support during the last 12 months. 

## **Lindsey Short Manager** 



HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNrrY TRANSPORT
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1054668
HILL STREET
HINCKLEY
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 MARCH 2025

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 MARCH 2025
Page
Contents
Trustees. annual report
Independent examiner's report
ststement of financial activities
Income and expenditure awount
Balance sheet
9-13
Notes to the accounts

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Full name:
Hinckley & Bosworth Community Transport
Roglstered charity number.
1054668
Principal address:
Hinckley Health Centre, Hill Street, Hinckl8y
Leicestershire, LE10 1 DS
Management Committee:
Volunteer Driver Roprosentatlvos:
Mr St8ve Applin, Chalman
Mr William Roberts. Vice-chaimian
Mr Steve Crook. Treasurer
Vacant, Secrelary
Mr Colin Higgins
Mr Bary Orton
Mr Brian Perkin5 (passed March 2025)
Mr Les Pratt
Mr Bill Kelly
Mrs Julie Srnith
Mrs L8sley Pratt
Minibus Representative:
Vacant
Dial a Rlde Representstive:
Vacant
LCC Funding R•presentatlvè:
Vacant
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough
Council Representstive:
Cllr Martin Cartwright
Linds8y Short. Project Man8g8r
Elaine Hi¢k8y, Clerical Assistsnt
Carol Cart8r, Clerical Assistant
Kathleèn Hagen, Clerical Assistant
Mark Brogden, Minibus Driver
Bankers
Natwest Bank plc,
The Borough. Hind(ley. Leicestershire.
Independent Examiner
Paula Wilson MAAT, 56 Hickman Road, Galley
Common, Nuneaton, CV10 9NQ

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT CONTINUED
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Responsibilities of the Trustees
The charity Iruslees are responsible for preparing a trustees, annual report and financial
statements in accordan￿ with applicable law and Uniled Kingdom Accounting Standards (United
Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
The law applicable to charities of England and Wales requires the charity trustees to prepare
financial statements for each yéar which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, of the charity for that period. In
preparing those financial statements the Trustees are required to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
observe the methods and principles in the applicable Charities SORP-
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
state whether applicable accountlng standards have been followed, subject to any rnaterial
departur8S that must be disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
prepare the finanGial statements on Ihe going cOn￿M basis unless it is inappropriate to
presume that the company will continue in business.
The Trustees are responsible for keepin9 proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable
accuracy, at any time, the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that Ihe
financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the applicable Charities {Accounts and
Reports) Regulations and the provisions of the Trust deed. They are also responsible for
safeguarding the assets of the Charity and laking reasonable steps for the prevention and
detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The trustees are responsible for the Maintenan￿ and integrity of the charity and financial
infonmation included on the charity's website in accordance with legislation in the United Kingdom
goveming the preparation and dissemination of financial statements.
Governlng Document
The Charity is operated under th8 rul8s of its constitution. Overall management of the charity is
the responsibility of the trustees who are elected and co-opted under Ihe terms of the constitution.
Day to day project activity is managed and carried oul by volunteers andlor paid staff.
S￿ned on behalf of the Charity's trustees
Signed..
Date:
27
io
reasurer

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of
Hinckley & Bosworth Community Transport
Year ended 31 March 2025
I report on the financial statements for the year ending 31 March 2025. which comprise the
statement of financial aGtivities, statement of financial position, ststement of cash flows and the
related notes.
R•spectiv• rn8ponsibilitl•s of trustees and èxaminer
The charity's trustees are responsible for th8 preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees
consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of Ihe Charities Act 2011 ("the
Charities Act.) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to-
examine the accounts urvjer section 145 of the Charities Act.
to follow the pro¢edures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity
Commission (under section 145(5Xb) of the Charilies Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of Independant examinerfs 3tatemerrt
My examination was carried out in aGGordance with general Directions given by th8 Charity
Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Gharity and
a comparison of the accounts presented with thos8 records. It also Includes consideration of any
unusual items or disdosures in the 8¢counts, and seeking explanations from the trustees
concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that
would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whelher the accounts
present a 'true and fairf view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement
below.
Ind•pandent examlner's statement
In ¢onneclion with my examination. no matter has come to my attention
which gives me reasonable causé to believe that in, any material respect. the
requirements..
to keep accounting records in accordancè wlth section 130 of the Charities Act: and
to prepare accounts which a￿ord with the accounting records and comply with the
accounting requirements of the Charities Act
have not been met: or
to which. in my opinion. attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper
understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed
Date:
Paula Wilson, MAAT

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
2025
Totsl
Funds
2024
Totsl
Funds
Incomlng Resources
Donations and Legacles
Charitable Activities Grants
Investment Income
9.686
53,542
4,357
3,322
62,755
7.344
50.685
1,856
Fundraising
Other
57.996
Total Incomln8 Resources
133,661
118,460
Resources Expended
Fundraising
Charitable Activities
461
133.569
119,581
Total charitable resources
expended
134,030
119,581
Net movement in funds for the
year
13681
11,121)
Funds bought forward at l April
2024
149,524
150,645
Fund balances carried forward
149,156
I49￿24

HINCKLEY AND BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TrANSPORT
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 MARCH 2025
2025
Total
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
Income
Donations
Grants
Other Income
Interest Received
Fund Raising
Total Incoming R•sources
9,686
53,542
62,755
4.357
3.322
133.661
50.685
57,996
1,856
580
118,460
Expondituro
Staff Salary Costs
Training
Volunteer Drivlng Costs
Flexiroute
Travel
Vehic18 Running Costs
Office Expenses
Advertising
Insuranc8
Bank Charges
Independent Examinatlon
Professional Fees
Drivers Fund Expenses
Fundraising
Expenses
Totsl Charitable Rèsources Expended
76,436
69,347
32,509
1,200
12
12.208
5,524
2.103
1.747
31.641
1.200
63
7,568
5.378
1.149
1.909
42
150
1,080
-37
12
150
990
690
461
133,569
go
119,581
SurpluslDeflcit
Cash Funds Bought Forward
{368)
149.524
(1.121)
150.645
Cash Funds at 31 March
149.156
149,524

HINCKLEY AND BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
BALANCE SHEET
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Current Assets
Note
Debtors
Deposits and
Cash
Bank Account
4.164
4,226
11
135,356
12.986
140.999
7.161
11
152,506
152,386
Current
Liabilities
Creditors
Taxation
Wages
10
(3,350)
(2,863}
Net Assets
149,156
149,524
Fund Balances
Balance b
I&E Account
149.524
{368)
150,645
(1.121)
149,156
149,524
Th8 trustees declare that they have approved the accounts above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees..
Signed:
Mr S Crook, Treasurer
,1,,125

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1. Basis of Accountlng
These accounts have been prepared under th6 historical fA)St ￿nVentIon items
recognised at wst or transaction value unless othemse stated in the relevant note(s)
to these accounts. The accounts have been prepared in a¢¢ordance with the Statement
of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their
accounts in accordance With the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 and with the Charities Act.
These accounts hav8 been prepared on an accrual basis.
2. Funds
All funds in the year are unrestricted.
3. Grant8
Leicestershire County Council provlde(i grants lolalllng £51,684 towards Iho runnlng of
the overall scheme. D8Pt of Transport- BSOG provided grants totalling £1.537.20 and
other grants totalling £320.99 were received.
4. Other Income
2025
2024
Passenger Income (Dial a Ride)
Hire Income (minibu5)
Shopping Income (Minibus)
Lunch tours including Day trips {Minibus)
Fuel duty rebate (Minibus)
Employer Nl Gov saving
Miscellaneous)
Covid (Dial a
Ride)
37,903
5.603
7.110
6.586
554
5.000
38,459
3,680
5.495
3,166
823
4,563
1,146
664
62.755
57.996

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
S. Funding
Donations to ihe scheme amounted to £9,686 of which £7,829 was gift aided. £877 was
allocated to the driver's fund. Fundraising events raised a further £3,321 (before costs
of £461).
6. Staff costs
2025
2024
Wages
Employer Nl
Pension Costs
Casual Drivèrs
68789 62.801
5082
4,563
2493
1,783
72
200
76,436 69,347
Breakdown by Staff Type
Office Staff
Minibus
55,597
20,768
50,596
18,751
7. Vehicle Expon3oS
2025
2024
Fu61s
Taxes, Insurances
Servicing, Repairs
Miscellarwus
5,166
1,952
4,428
661
12,208
4,039
1,715
1,439
375
7.568
Miscellaneous includes £521 of unidentffied costs.
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HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
8. Offlce Expanses
2025
2024
Postage
Telephone
Stationery
Photocopier
Softwarelcomputlng
Subscriptions
Refreshments
Miscellaneous
1.133
1,796
367
1,406
150
237
128
308
5,524
1,669
1,602
302
1,290
12
155
140
208
5,378
9. Debtors
2025
2024
Dial a Ride Passengers
Minibus Hire
Build Soc. Interest (now incl in Bank Interest)
3.551
613
3.445
259
522
3,321
4,164
Dial a ￿'do Passenger debtors has been reduced by £353.60 representing bad debt write

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
9. Creditor8
2025
2024
Office Costs
Voluntèer Drtver Costs
Independent Examination
151
3.049
150
3,3SO
147
2.715
2.862
10. Deposits and Cash
2025
2024
Business Reserve Account
Hinckley & Rugby Building Society
Earf Shilton Building
Society
20,797 30,467
57,339 55,143
57,221 55,389
12,986
Current Account
7.161
148,342 148.160
11. Indepondent Examination
The cost of the Independent Examination for the 202412025 accounts was £150.
12. Trustees Remuneration
Trustees are not remunerated. During the year no fees were reimbursed to trustees
for travel expenses incurred.
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13. Glossary of Terms
Restricted Funds
These are funds given to the charity subject to specific restrictions set by the
donor but still wrthin the general objectives of th8 charity. The￿ were no restricted
funds in th8 perit)d 202412025.
Credltors
These are amounts owed by th8 charity. but not paid during the accounting period.
Dobtors
These are amounts owed lo the charty. but not received in the accounting period.
For 202412025 there was a write off for unpaid debts of £353.60
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HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNrrY TRANSPORT
REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1054668
HILL STREET
HINCKLEY
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 MARCH 2025

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 MARCH 2025
Page
Contents
Trustees. annual report
Independent examiner's report
ststement of financial activities
Income and expenditure awount
Balance sheet
9-13
Notes to the accounts

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Full name:
Hinckley & Bosworth Community Transport
Roglstered charity number.
1054668
Principal address:
Hinckley Health Centre, Hill Street, Hinckl8y
Leicestershire, LE10 1 DS
Management Committee:
Volunteer Driver Roprosentatlvos:
Mr St8ve Applin, Chalman
Mr William Roberts. Vice-chaimian
Mr Steve Crook. Treasurer
Vacant, Secrelary
Mr Colin Higgins
Mr Bary Orton
Mr Brian Perkin5 (passed March 2025)
Mr Les Pratt
Mr Bill Kelly
Mrs Julie Srnith
Mrs L8sley Pratt
Minibus Representative:
Vacant
Dial a Rlde Representstive:
Vacant
LCC Funding R•presentatlvè:
Vacant
Hinckley & Bosworth Borough
Council Representstive:
Cllr Martin Cartwright
Linds8y Short. Project Man8g8r
Elaine Hi¢k8y, Clerical Assistsnt
Carol Cart8r, Clerical Assistant
Kathleèn Hagen, Clerical Assistant
Mark Brogden, Minibus Driver
Bankers
Natwest Bank plc,
The Borough. Hind(ley. Leicestershire.
Independent Examiner
Paula Wilson MAAT, 56 Hickman Road, Galley
Common, Nuneaton, CV10 9NQ

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT CONTINUED
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Responsibilities of the Trustees
The charity Iruslees are responsible for preparing a trustees, annual report and financial
statements in accordan￿ with applicable law and Uniled Kingdom Accounting Standards (United
Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
The law applicable to charities of England and Wales requires the charity trustees to prepare
financial statements for each yéar which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the
charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, of the charity for that period. In
preparing those financial statements the Trustees are required to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
observe the methods and principles in the applicable Charities SORP-
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
state whether applicable accountlng standards have been followed, subject to any rnaterial
departur8S that must be disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
prepare the finanGial statements on Ihe going cOn￿M basis unless it is inappropriate to
presume that the company will continue in business.
The Trustees are responsible for keepin9 proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable
accuracy, at any time, the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that Ihe
financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the applicable Charities {Accounts and
Reports) Regulations and the provisions of the Trust deed. They are also responsible for
safeguarding the assets of the Charity and laking reasonable steps for the prevention and
detection of fraud and other irregularities.
The trustees are responsible for the Maintenan￿ and integrity of the charity and financial
infonmation included on the charity's website in accordance with legislation in the United Kingdom
goveming the preparation and dissemination of financial statements.
Governlng Document
The Charity is operated under th8 rul8s of its constitution. Overall management of the charity is
the responsibility of the trustees who are elected and co-opted under Ihe terms of the constitution.
Day to day project activity is managed and carried oul by volunteers andlor paid staff.
S￿ned on behalf of the Charity's trustees
Signed..
Date:
27
io
reasurer

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of
Hinckley & Bosworth Community Transport
Year ended 31 March 2025
I report on the financial statements for the year ending 31 March 2025. which comprise the
statement of financial aGtivities, statement of financial position, ststement of cash flows and the
related notes.
R•spectiv• rn8ponsibilitl•s of trustees and èxaminer
The charity's trustees are responsible for th8 preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees
consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of Ihe Charities Act 2011 ("the
Charities Act.) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to-
examine the accounts urvjer section 145 of the Charities Act.
to follow the pro¢edures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity
Commission (under section 145(5Xb) of the Charilies Act, and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of Independant examinerfs 3tatemerrt
My examination was carried out in aGGordance with general Directions given by th8 Charity
Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Gharity and
a comparison of the accounts presented with thos8 records. It also Includes consideration of any
unusual items or disdosures in the 8¢counts, and seeking explanations from the trustees
concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that
would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whelher the accounts
present a 'true and fairf view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement
below.
Ind•pandent examlner's statement
In ¢onneclion with my examination. no matter has come to my attention
which gives me reasonable causé to believe that in, any material respect. the
requirements..
to keep accounting records in accordancè wlth section 130 of the Charities Act: and
to prepare accounts which a￿ord with the accounting records and comply with the
accounting requirements of the Charities Act
have not been met: or
to which. in my opinion. attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper
understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed
Date:
Paula Wilson, MAAT

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
2025
Totsl
Funds
2024
Totsl
Funds
Incomlng Resources
Donations and Legacles
Charitable Activities Grants
Investment Income
9.686
53,542
4,357
3,322
62,755
7.344
50.685
1,856
Fundraising
Other
57.996
Total Incomln8 Resources
133,661
118,460
Resources Expended
Fundraising
Charitable Activities
461
133.569
119,581
Total charitable resources
expended
134,030
119,581
Net movement in funds for the
year
13681
11,121)
Funds bought forward at l April
2024
149,524
150,645
Fund balances carried forward
149,156
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HINCKLEY AND BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TrANSPORT
INCOME AND EXPENDITURE
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 MARCH 2025
2025
Total
Funds
2024
Total
Funds
Income
Donations
Grants
Other Income
Interest Received
Fund Raising
Total Incoming R•sources
9,686
53,542
62,755
4.357
3.322
133.661
50.685
57,996
1,856
580
118,460
Expondituro
Staff Salary Costs
Training
Volunteer Drivlng Costs
Flexiroute
Travel
Vehic18 Running Costs
Office Expenses
Advertising
Insuranc8
Bank Charges
Independent Examinatlon
Professional Fees
Drivers Fund Expenses
Fundraising
Expenses
Totsl Charitable Rèsources Expended
76,436
69,347
32,509
1,200
12
12.208
5,524
2.103
1.747
31.641
1.200
63
7,568
5.378
1.149
1.909
42
150
1,080
-37
12
150
990
690
461
133,569
go
119,581
SurpluslDeflcit
Cash Funds Bought Forward
{368)
149.524
(1.121)
150.645
Cash Funds at 31 March
149.156
149,524

HINCKLEY AND BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
BALANCE SHEET
FOR THE YEAR ENDING 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Current Assets
Note
Debtors
Deposits and
Cash
Bank Account
4.164
4,226
11
135,356
12.986
140.999
7.161
11
152,506
152,386
Current
Liabilities
Creditors
Taxation
Wages
10
(3,350)
(2,863}
Net Assets
149,156
149,524
Fund Balances
Balance b
I&E Account
149.524
{368)
150,645
(1.121)
149,156
149,524
Th8 trustees declare that they have approved the accounts above.
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees..
Signed:
Mr S Crook, Treasurer
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HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1. Basis of Accountlng
These accounts have been prepared under th6 historical fA)St ￿nVentIon items
recognised at wst or transaction value unless othemse stated in the relevant note(s)
to these accounts. The accounts have been prepared in a¢¢ordance with the Statement
of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their
accounts in accordance With the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 and with the Charities Act.
These accounts hav8 been prepared on an accrual basis.
2. Funds
All funds in the year are unrestricted.
3. Grant8
Leicestershire County Council provlde(i grants lolalllng £51,684 towards Iho runnlng of
the overall scheme. D8Pt of Transport- BSOG provided grants totalling £1.537.20 and
other grants totalling £320.99 were received.
4. Other Income
2025
2024
Passenger Income (Dial a Ride)
Hire Income (minibu5)
Shopping Income (Minibus)
Lunch tours including Day trips {Minibus)
Fuel duty rebate (Minibus)
Employer Nl Gov saving
Miscellaneous)
Covid (Dial a
Ride)
37,903
5.603
7.110
6.586
554
5.000
38,459
3,680
5.495
3,166
823
4,563
1,146
664
62.755
57.996

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
S. Funding
Donations to ihe scheme amounted to £9,686 of which £7,829 was gift aided. £877 was
allocated to the driver's fund. Fundraising events raised a further £3,321 (before costs
of £461).
6. Staff costs
2025
2024
Wages
Employer Nl
Pension Costs
Casual Drivèrs
68789 62.801
5082
4,563
2493
1,783
72
200
76,436 69,347
Breakdown by Staff Type
Office Staff
Minibus
55,597
20,768
50,596
18,751
7. Vehicle Expon3oS
2025
2024
Fu61s
Taxes, Insurances
Servicing, Repairs
Miscellarwus
5,166
1,952
4,428
661
12,208
4,039
1,715
1,439
375
7.568
Miscellaneous includes £521 of unidentffied costs.
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HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
8. Offlce Expanses
2025
2024
Postage
Telephone
Stationery
Photocopier
Softwarelcomputlng
Subscriptions
Refreshments
Miscellaneous
1.133
1,796
367
1,406
150
237
128
308
5,524
1,669
1,602
302
1,290
12
155
140
208
5,378
9. Debtors
2025
2024
Dial a Ride Passengers
Minibus Hire
Build Soc. Interest (now incl in Bank Interest)
3.551
613
3.445
259
522
3,321
4,164
Dial a ￿'do Passenger debtors has been reduced by £353.60 representing bad debt write

HINCKLEY & BOSWORTH COMMUNITY TRANSPORT
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
9. Creditor8
2025
2024
Office Costs
Voluntèer Drtver Costs
Independent Examination
151
3.049
150
3,3SO
147
2.715
2.862
10. Deposits and Cash
2025
2024
Business Reserve Account
Hinckley & Rugby Building Society
Earf Shilton Building
Society
20,797 30,467
57,339 55,143
57,221 55,389
12,986
Current Account
7.161
148,342 148.160
11. Indepondent Examination
The cost of the Independent Examination for the 202412025 accounts was £150.
12. Trustees Remuneration
Trustees are not remunerated. During the year no fees were reimbursed to trustees
for travel expenses incurred.
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13. Glossary of Terms
Restricted Funds
These are funds given to the charity subject to specific restrictions set by the
donor but still wrthin the general objectives of th8 charity. The￿ were no restricted
funds in th8 perit)d 202412025.
Credltors
These are amounts owed by th8 charity. but not paid during the accounting period.
Dobtors
These are amounts owed lo the charty. but not received in the accounting period.
For 202412025 there was a write off for unpaid debts of £353.60
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