Gwent Area Scout Council
Annual General Meeting
Thursday 27th June 2024
Scouts
Gwent

Gwent Area Scout Council
Annual General Meeting
Thursday 27th June 2024
AGENDA
Welcome by Edward Watts, MBE, DL, Chainnan GwentArea Scout Council
1. To receive apologies for absen￿.
2. To receive and approve the Minutes of the Annual General Meeting
held on Thursday 29th June, 2023.
3. To re￿1ve and approve the Annual Review.
4. Address by Area Commissioner.
5. To receive the Accounts of the Area Scout Council.
6. To appoint an Area Chair.
7. To appoint an Area Treasurer.
8. To appoint members to the Area Board of Trustees.
9. To approve any additional or community members to the Area Scout
Council.
10. To appoint one representative to the Council of the Association
To appoint one representative aged 18125 to the Council of the Association.
11 .To appoint two representstives (1 Scouter, 1 Trustee) to the Welsh Scout
Council.
To appoint one representative aged 18125 to the Welsh Scout Council.
12.To appoint an Auditorllndependent Examiner.
13. To acknowledge the incumbents in the role of Area President and Area Vice
Presidents
14. To adopt the Area Constitution.
15. Address by Chief Commissioner of Wales
16. Presentations

Minutes of th8 Annual General Meeting
of the Gwent Area Scout Council
held at the Ml88ion to Seafarar8, Newport
Thursday 29th June 2023
Edward Watts, Chairman of the Gwent Area Scout Council opened the
meeting by welcoming members of the Area Scout Council, He also
expressed his pleasure that the Area President Robert Aitken Llt was able to
be present, together with other guests; Prof Simon Gibson, High Sheriff, Jeff
Cuthbert, PCC, Rhian Moore Chief Commissioner and Rob Redmond
Regional Commissioner, Scouts Cymru.
The Area President gave a brief address, commenting that it had been a
momentous year and on scouting's Royal patronage. He was pleased to be
associated with scouting and thanked everyone for what they are doing.
The Chairman then asked for a moments reflection on those who had gone
home, Joyceanne Sargent, Tony Bracher, Peter Hallows, Brian Parker.
31 persons were present.
1. Apologies:
23 Apologies were received.
2. To receive and approve the mlnutes of the 2022 Annual General
Meetlng.
The minutes of the meeting held on Thursday 23 June 2022 were received
approved.
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3. To receive and approve the Annual Revi8W.
The report was received and approved.
4. Address by the Area Commissioner.
Chris Owen-Brooks gave a short address indicating he had enjoyed his time
along with Chris Davy as Acting Area Commissioner but he was standing
down from the role after the AGM as it was only intended to be a temporary
arrangement. He highlighted a number of items within his report.
The Chairman thanked both the Chris's keeping the ship afloat.
5. To receive and approva the accounts of the Area Scout Council.
The Chair reported the accounts had been submitted by the treasurer, who
was unable to be with us and thanked her for her services.
The accounts were received and approved
6. To approve the Area Commissioner's Nominatlon for Chairman.
The Area Commissioner indicated his nomination for Chairman was Edward
Watts, this was approved.

7. To elect (i) The Area Secretary and (li) The Area Treasurer.
The Chairman reported that the nomination for Secretary was Mike Breakwell,
He was elected unopposed. The Chairman then indicated that the role of
Treasurer was currently vacant eforts were being made to fill the role.
8. To receive the result of the ballot of those members elected to the
Area Scout Executlve Committee.
The Secretary reported that only 4 nominations had been received therefore
there was no need for a ballot, resulting in Bernard Townsend, Helen
Gardner, Christopher Munslow and Andy Scarisbrick being duly elected.
9. To approve the Area Commissioner's nomlnations of members to the
Area Scout Councll.
The nominations of Martyn Walters and Bethanie Headworth were approved.
10. To approve the Area Commissioner's nominatlons of membors to the
Area Scout Executive Committee.
The nominations of Yvonne Jones, Andrew Osman, James King and Chris
Davy were approved.
11. To appoint (a) one representative to the Council of the Assoclatlon
and (b) one ropresentstive aged 18125 to the Council of the Association.
The nominations of Edward Watts (a) and Dylan Murray (b) were approved.
12. To appoint (a) representatives to the Welsh Scout Council and
(b) one representative aged 18125 to the Welsh Scout Council.
The nominations of Chris Munslow, Chris Owen-Brooks (a) and Peth Watkins
(b) were approved.
13. To appoint and Auditorllndependent Examiner.
The nomination of Gareth Beale was approved.
14. To re-adopt the Area Constitution.
The Chairman reported that this was a new item as a result of an amendment
to the Associations Policy, Organisation and Rules which in the interest of
openness, especially for new members, that the Area Constitution be
reviewed every AGM. He indicated that a small amendmenl was required with
the re-designation of Executive Committees becoming a Board of Trustees.
A copy of the current constitution was available.
15. Address by the Chief Commissioner of Wales.
Rhian Moore commenced her address by posing the question 'Why do we
Scout,. She commented on the work the two Chris's had done in covering the
role of Area Commissioner. She noted that numbers were now well up.
The main theme of her presentation was the future and we should look
forward with optimism and courage, embracing new opportunities in providing
new skills for life for young people and volunteers. Changes in titles and ways
of recruiting members will be challenging
The Squirrels section is developing quickly with new Dreys opening
throughout Wales.

She thanked all in Gwent for their services and emphasised 'Remember, We
are SCOUTS,
16. Pre8entation8.
Chris Owen Brooks presented Long Service Awards to Elaine Burrill {20years)
and Chris Davy (25years).
Peter Sheppard (ATM) then referred to the Arty Morgans Training Award; he
indicated the recipient had been decided but is not present so will be
presented at a later date. (
The Chair in closing the meeting, thanked everyone for their attendance and
wished every success in the future.

Gwent Scouting
This last Scouting year has been one of change and opportunities. Change in so
much as we must welcome the new Area Lead Volunteer Elizabeth O'malley, who
has taken over the role from Chris Owen-Brookes. First, and foremost l extend my
thanks to Chris for the sterling work he has done when he stepped in to hold the fort.
l am pleased to announce that Chris has taken up the role of Area Treasurer. Thank
you, Chris.
Under the new leadership of Elizabeth (Silver), I know that the area will continue to
grow and exceed expectations as it has always done in the past, During this period I
have had the great pleasure of attending Monmouthshire's St Georges Day parades
across the region and attending the Blaenau Gwent Annual General Meeting.
Another event that l attended along with members of the team was an all-day
Conference around the new transformation change which comes into place this
coming year.
Covid, I think has taught us a lot. One of the things it has taught us is to think
'outside of the box,. We need to look at innovative and become inventive. Secondly,
it has taught us to better understand our resilient nature. The most important factor
that has come out of this is that young people wanted to get out of their bedrooms
and take part in face-to-face scouting activities and be part of a life-learning
association. With the increase in members, I must say a big thank you to all the
Leadership team within Gwent, for the outstanding work that they all did and
continue to do for our young people.
I would like to take this opportunity of thanking the Executive Board for the hard
work, the time and effort they have and continue to put into Gwent Scouting. As
Chair their help, support and knowledge is greatly appreciated. I must make a
special mention for our Secretary Mike Breakwell, and Christine Davy who continue
to be the main anchors within the Executive.
To conclude, over the past year I have been proud and honoured to be Chair and
continue to see scouting at its best.
Edward Watt8 MBE DL
Chair Gwent Scouting

Scouts
Gwent
Area Lead Volunteer Report
Gwent Area AGM 27th June 2024
AGM time always gives us an opportunity to reflect on what has happened over the last year and
to think about the year to come. Lots has happened since this time last year. For me personally, I
took on Acting Area Commissioner role back in September and now 9 months later submit this
my first report as Area Lead Volunteer. During this time, I have had many invites to groups all over
the Area. I would like to thank every group that has extended an invite and to those that I have
been able to visit. All groups have been very welcoming and allowed me to gain insight into
Scouting within Gwent, from dropping into camps and sleepovers, badge presentations,
investitures of new members, District activity fun days. weekly sessions, and Anniversary parties
of groups.
I would also like to thank all of our Area Trustee Board and Area Team for the warm welcome and
their support in the 9 months that I have been part of Gwent Team. Without their support and
dedication area would not be in the good position that we are. I must express particular thanks to
both Edward Watts and Mike Breakwell for their constant support and guidance since taking on
the role.
Gwent Area has continued to have growth in membership, 7% increase in Youth members and
3% in leader membership this is due to the hard work of many leaders and parents. We now have
more youth members with 2446 regularly involved. Our youngest section continues to grow with
more Dreys having opened this year with an engaging active programme seeing demand for
spaces still increasing. We still have large waiting lists in some locations and so there is still a
need for recruitment of volunteers.
Our young people have had amazing opportunities at group, District and Area level with many
badges along the way. I have had honour of awarding two Queens Scouts Awards since
September, and we have a few nearing completion. We also have a few members involved with
International trips this summer at Roverway and Explorer Belts.
There have been many things to celebrate over the last 12 months- the amazing activities, trips
and learning of new skills which our young people have experienced. Gwentrek 2023 was a
fantastic event, and this year promises to be just as great, event team are working hard to ensure
the weekend runs smoothly as always.
Nationally transformation is the priority. at Area and District levels much work is happening to
ensure new roles are agreed, teams are in place and all volunteers are prepared for the changes
which are happening.

Our compliance for mandatory on-going learning remains in a good position thanks to monitoring
and District Lead Volunteers and Area training team. This will always remain a focus to ensure we
are delivering safe scouting for all our members.
Finally, I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone involved in Scouting within Gwent
for everything that you do. whether its weekly, monthly, or just once a year. As Baden-Powell
said, Yhe most worth-while thing is to try to put happiness into the lives of others" and I think
that is what we do.
Silver
Elizabeth O'malley
Area Lead Volunteer

REGISTRATION OF MEMBERSHIP
AREA SUMMARY
SECTION
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
+i-
coi'ii)
uirrel Scouts
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshire
Newport
Torfaen
Beaver Scouts
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshire
Newport
Torfaen
Cub Scouts
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshire
New
ort
Torfaen
Scouts
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshire
New
ort
Torfaen
lorer Scouts
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshii'e
New
ort
Torfaen
Scout Network
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshire
ort
Torfaen
Adult
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshire
New
ort
Torfaen
10
72
70
+4
+27
+56
18
45
14
65
226
176
119
47
175
207
122
12
87
138
74
22
205
209
98
34
243
255
111
44
234
236
106
+10
19
79
313
206
132
67
321
255
144
32
246
208
89
33
280
265
115
49
287
321
100
62
310
289
124
+13
+23
-32
+24
59
243
207
100
56
254
210
96
25
213
202
90
31
281
233
84
27
270
259
85
36
298
284
86
+28
+25
12
74
52
23
+2
70
50
24
61
41
15
77
47
29
94
47
26
90
57
23
+10
12
19
37
17
10
18
30
20
14
16
12
27
14
28
13
27
101
255
245
149
95
258
260
137
70
236
251
128
61
269
254
122
52
268
278
115
58
296
271
123
+28
+8
TOTALS
Area
Blaenau Gwent
Monmouthshire
ort
Torfaen
31
325
1156
921
541
34
287
1100
1014
542
38
142
857
856
408
45
154
1157
1022
456
27
178
1235
1187
450
29
221
1327
1209
467
+43
+92
+22
+17
AREA TOTAL
2979
2982
2301
2834
3077
3253
+176

Scouts
Training report 2023
Gwent
The reporting year was the first in a Long time that it's felt somewhat"normaL" and we were abLe
to deliver a full range of Learning experiences throughoutthe whole year again.
We continued to run our usual calendar of two 'multi moduLe' weekends, and the Skills for Nights
Away weekend, as weLL as supporting two Young Leader residentials. We also delivered a smaLI
number of virtual learning workshops in evenings for those modules it suits. to enabLe volunteers
with different needs to attend.
Demand forfirst aid training has continued, and 6 First Response courses were run for adult
voLunteers and Young Leaders throughout the year. As many will be aware already. foLLowing
the volunteer experience transformation, alL those voLunteering in Programme roles working
directLy with young people will be required to hold first aid, so we expect demand to increase
shortly, and have worked to increase the number of First Response trainers to accommodate this.
Scoutscymru now have a reguLar programme of the blended approach for first aid. and we have
supported the short assessment part of this locaLLy on demand where required.
Later in the year we ran another Achieving Growth workshop forthose in managerlsupporter
roLes. A smaLI handfuL of key volunteers were able to finish their Wood Badges as a resuLt.
As always. we continued to support Local validation events where requested. and this has aLs0
Led to the completion of many Wood Badges.
We also provided trainer15ubject matter expert support to our neighbours in Mid GLamorgan to
run hiLLwalking permit training at Plas DoLygaer and climbinglabseiling permit training at CRAI
Activity Park.
Planning for the transformation of our volunteer experience has continued, although somewhat
delayed nationally now- moving from training to Learning, and a focus on "Growing Roots" and
"Branching Out" While we need to be prepared for change, the message right now is "business
as usual" but planning continues for a training weekend in the autumn, a fuLI diary of First
Response courses.
I WILL also be looking imminently to build the new Volunteering Development team for Gwent,
which will have a Slightly aLtered remit to the current Area Training Team. Information and
recruitment to some key roles will be out shortly.
Peter Sheppard. VoLunteering DeveLopmentTeam Leader
(currently Area Training Manager)
June 2024

Wood Badge roll of honour
Congratulations to the following on being awarded their Wood Badge during 2023".
Lisa Michael
Jason Jones
Mark Bevan
Sam Howel(s
Gareth Oakley
Leah Cozzi
Leah Cozzi
Sue Friis-jones
Sue Meyler
'Bear' Griff iths
Joanna Attrwood
Max Bennett
Max Bennett
Lesley O'connell
Jeremy Thomas
Martin Young
Liz Fox-Tucker
Derek Lee
Andrew Lewis
Damian Isaac
1st Pontnewydd
1st Panteg (St Marys)
1st Panteg (St Marys)
29th Newport
24th Newport
28th Newport
28th Newport
1st MarshfieLd
1st CaerLeon (Newport)
1st Henllys
1st MarshfieLd
Monmouthshire
1st Sedbury and Tidenham
1st Gilwern
1st HenLLys
1st Usk (Burriuml
1st Shirenewton
1st Sedbury and Tidenham
1st GiLwern
Newport
Section Leader- Cub Scouts
Sertion Leader- Beaver Scouts
Assistant Section Leader - Beaver Scouts
Assistant Sertion Leader - Scouts
Group Scout Leader
Assistant Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
Section Leader - Squirrel Scouts
Section Leader- Scouts
Assistant Section Leader - Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Scouts
Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
Distrirt Section Leader- Explorer Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- SquirreL Scouts
Section Leader- Scouts
Assistant Section Leader - Scouts
Section Leader- 8eaver Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Cub Scouts
Assistant Section Leader - Scouts
Assistant Districi Commissioner (Section
Support) - Scouts
Distrirtyouth Commissioner
Section Leader- 8eaver Scouts
Assistant Section Leader - Cub Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Explorer
Scouts
District Assistsnt Commissioner -
Inclusion
Group Scout Leader
Assistant Section Leader- Scouts
Assistant Seciion Leader- Explorer
Scouts
District Section Leader - Explorer Scouts
Assistant Section Leader - Beaver Scouts
Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
District Commissioner
Assistant Sertion Leader- Beaver Scouts
Assistsnt Section Leader- Scouts
Section Leader- SquirreL Scout5
Sertion Leader- Squirrel Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Cub Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
Group Scout Leader
Assistant Sertion Leader - Scouts
Ellie Fordham
Stephen Johnson
Ellie Fordham
Rob Tapper
Monmouthshire
1st Garndiffaith (St. John's)
1st Wyesham
Monmouthshire
Sarah Withers
Monmouthshire
Tessa Lama
Damian Isaac
Jon Harris
Goytre Scout Group
28th Newport
Monmouthshire
Tessa Lama
Natalie Marshall
Michael Marshall
Alex Hawkins
Joanne Share
Joanne Share
Justine Belsten
Susan Monk
Alan Brook
Emma Henson
Karen Sweet
Tracey Knapp
Janine Lyford
Monmouthshire
1st Cwm
1st Cwm
Monmouthshire
1st Shirenewton
1st Shirenewton
1st Magor
1st Magor
1st Wentwood INewport}
1st Wentwood (Newport)
1st Wentwood INewportl
1st Brynmawr
1st Magor

Bella Watkins
Newport
Assistant Section Leader- ExpLorer
Scouts
Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
Group Scout Leader
Assistant Section Leader - Cub Scouts
Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
Section Leader- Cub Scouts
Assistant Section Leader - Scouts
Section Leader - Squirrel Scouts
Luke Sloan
Chris Arthur
James King
Graham Mccarthy
Richard Garner
Peter Martell
Sian Phillips
1st CaerLeon (Newport)
1st CaerLeon (Newport)
29th Newport
1st Wyesham
1st Wyesham
26th Newport
The Abergavenny Scout
Group
1st Magor
1st Rogerstone
1st MarshfieLd
26th Newport
26th Newport
Nicola Richin9S
Paul Smith
Steve Mccarthy
Dan Clark
Shelley CLark
Assistant Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
Group Scout Leader
Group Scout Leader
Section Leader- Scouts
Assistant Section Leader- Beaver Scouts
Data only available for those holding an active role within Gwent when this report was
compiled in June 2024. A number of these are data corrections where people already holding a
Wood Badge have changed 5ection/group recently, and had their training for the new
appointment marked as completed on Compass.

Botan
Ba
Cam
site- Warden's Re
ort AGM June 2024
Bookings for the year have again been strong with the site used most weekends during the spring,
summer &autumn, and some weekend5 during the winter. Last summer was also busy with a few
longer stsys by School groups prior to the School holidays, and also Scout& Guide groups during the
school holidays. Verbal feedback Is always posltlve-the leaders and young people enjoying the
peace and tranquilllty of the site, and the freedom the woods provide. I have noticed a couple of
cancellatlons thls year, mainly due to insufficient leader support.
Service Team Artlons taken
Based on the "Safety In Scout Premlses" zoom meetlng held In February, I have prlnted out the
audit paperwork- and am slowly working my way through. One of the key points raised was the
flxed wlrlng check. We had one completed on 23, April, which highlighted no urgent actions
needed. One of the recommendations was around access to the maln consumer unlt in Stores l- so
a section of shelving has been removed to Improve the access, and the mlnor points are belng
addressed. The annual PAT testlng was completed in December, together with the chimney sweep &
log burner inspection and fire extinguisher checks.
The water system has been updated to provide increased pressure {about 2.5 barl to the buildings
(not field taps) and UV filtration on demand to buildings. The next step is to UV fllter the holding
tank by rotating the water through the filter, which will then give UV filtration to the fleld taps as
well. Then we can assess the water quality on UV only and compare it to the current human-
intervention intensive chlorlnatlon system. We also had the pump solenoid replaced professionally.
We've had a number of Area Work days during the year, aiming for one every three or four months.
These have not been well supported recently, but a small number of people have attended, and
contributed significantly to the ongolng malntenance of the site.
A number of local scout groups have asslsted the SeNice Crew In tackllng the ongolng Issue of the
Hlmalayan Balsam invading the lower part of the site adjacent to the A466. This will be an ongoing
issue, but l am hopeful that the task wlll become more manageable in a couple of years.
Since January, we have suffered from further 51gnlficant damage to the camping field from wild
boar. So far, I have asked the Scout groups staying the following weekend whether thewd be happy
to do an hour or so to repair the turf, and I'm pleased to say that all groups have helped out so far.
The lodge guttering over the balcony has been leaking at the joints desplte at least three attempts
to repair and seal them. The new fittings are all slightly dlfferent, and don't fit the old gutters. The
guttering & down pipes have been replaced las the new profiles don't fit the existing down-pipesl)
After the extensive replacement of slates on roof of Zena's Chalet, it was noticed that several
structural pieces of wood on the veranda had become rotten. The Service Team spent two days
cutting out and replacing the rotten timber, and rnaking good. This Is only temporary repair- and we
plan a veranda re-build project during the better weather. We've also noticed some staining on the
ceiling and found a hornet nest in the roof space- lucklly without anyone getting stungl The nest
was then cleared, and then the celllng staln proofed and repainted.
We've had the Tree survey repeated around the bulldings, campfire and chapel areas. This
highllghted one large tree that has been professionally dead-wooded, one felled by the Servlce
Team, and one to keep an eye on. The service crew have also felled or cleared a number of trees
that came down over the winter storms, and 5ogged and split the wood for use by slte users.

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) have completed work their side of our boundary to remove a dead
bow on the top Black Pine on the drive, crown lift the Beech overhanging the car park, and remove
further Ash (with die backl on their land adjacent to the far corner of the camping field.
The Service Crew have also cleaned the moss off the slate roofs, cleaned the gutters, spent hours
blowing and clearlng dead leaves from around the buildlngs and car parks, repaired numerous
wooden fences and dry stone walls, and have made a start on repairing and repainting the badge in
the garden.
The lodge loft boardlng has been extended and LED lighting improved, to aid safety during essential
maintenance, and the kitchen wall unit has been re-hung.
Priorltles for future work
l. Attracting more people from the local area to help wlth the ongoing malntenance and
development of the site
a. Thls is rea15y Important, mlndful of the length of service of the majorlty of the Service
Team
b. Newly retired people would be ideal- to avoid poachln8 busy parents and scout leaders
2. Completion of the Safety in Scout Premised Audlt paperwork
3. Ongolng tree work-felling / cutting up fallen or leaning trees
4. Replacement of the marquee roof with a permanent Structure
l estimate that the marquee roof probably has only a couple more seasons due to tears
and broken straps. I'm not convlnced that it is economical to repair. The Service Team
are not able to put the roof on and take It off wlthout help. A permanent structure
would require planning permission and a slgnlficant investment- but would enable the
continuation of this well-used part of the site infrastructure Into the future.
5. Continuing to hit the balsam to avold further invasion
6. Widening the gap at the rear of the three cabins to enable safe working at hei8ht
a, Access to roof level is required for slate repalrs, clearing moss and emptylng gutters but
there is little even ground for the ladders
b. Widening the gap around the cabins wlll enable use of the scaffold tower
Thls is Ilkely to need the use of a mlni-digger
The reason why we can contlnue to offer such cheap prices (for exarnple £2.50p per head per nlght
compared to £6.50p at Woodhouse Park) is due to the weekly volunteering of the service crew.
However, numbers reduced in 2022 due to age, and we are desperate for new members if we are
going to keep the slte running safely. If you know anyone not In full time work-then please do
encourage them to Join the Servlce Crew. We currently meet on a Tuesday between 9am to mid-
afternoon. You don't need to be there every week-just come when you want to / are able. Those
with malntenance / DIY skills, chainsaw experience or an ability to repair 2 stroke power tools would
flnd themselves busy, although there is also a constant stream of tasks not requirlng these skills,

such as painting, cleaning, leaf blowing etc. If you'd like to help but can't make a Tuesday- please do
contact me.
Dave PHIPPS
3, June 2024Email: botan
war
en
il.com

Scouts
Blaenau Gwent
Blaenau Gwent Lead Volunteer (District Commissioner) Report
AGM Report 202312024
This has been the hardest AGM report to ever write as I know it is goin9 to be my lost followin9
my decision to step away from Scoutin9 due to work ond fomily commitments. Trying to give
100% to any business is diff icult but tryin9 to combine a hospitality business with Scoutin9 is
now becoming impossible. It was a very difficult decision and I have shed a lot of tears, but I
have to put myself. my family and my business f irst and I Can no lon9er give the commitment to
scouting that I need to. After almost 33 years of f icially as a leader and the f irst 18 years of
my life being involved in an amazing organisation, it's going to be strange. l om truly grateful f or
the friendships, experiences and memories that Scouting has given me over the years. Many of
these friendships may never reolise the huge impact that they have had on my life and some still
continuing to do so.
Anyway, enou9h about me here's my report for the AGM.
This past year has seen yet another increose in membership at the close of Census 2024.
Squirrels were up by 4, Beovers up by 10. Cubs up by 13, Scouts up by 9. Explorers up by 2 and
Adult Volunteers up by 6. Network saw a decrease of I which gives us on overall f igure of 221
members up by 43 f rom 2023 Census. It moy only be a small increase, but it is a positive si9n f or
Scouting in Blaenou Gwent. I also know that both Brynmawr & Cwm have had new volunteers and
I have had a very good number of enquiries come through over the last 3 months for all groups
so this figure should be hi9her again. Well done everyone.
l31aina HQ was f inally handed back to the Council on December Iith Thonk you to everyone who
gave up their time to help clear the building.
Campsite is going strong thanks to the dedication. time and commitment from Allison. kich,
Cherry & team. It's not an easy task with your own fami ly and work commitments as well as
running your sections. You are all amazing and still obsolute stars. Keep those bookin9s coming in
and hopefully our own District will make more use of it in the f uture.
Training has olways been the hardest to sort out in Blaenau Gwent. This yeor hos f inally seen o
huge turn round with all Compliance training being completed in time resulting in us getting lOO°
compliance reports for quite o few months now. This is somethin9 1 never thought would be
possible when I took on the role of DC. I know I have been a nag, but it has paid off O Thank
you each and every one of you.
I will end my report os I always do with my heortfelt thanlts to you all. We ore still and probably
always will be the smallest District in Gwent. but the dedication shown by you all as volunteers
never goes unnoticed. We don't like change in the beginning, but we get there, we accept it and
we work with it. It just takes us a little longer than others. (we (Ye valleys people, and we will

never change) The next few months will be different for a while, but f know that the
experiences and support you give to the youn9 people will not faulter.
Volunteering is a choice, and you are all doing an amazing job. Your dedication to your groups and
your young people is very much appreciated. You ore all doing Blaenau Gwent proud. From the
bottom of my heart. I thank you all and wish you all the best for your futures.
Amanda

Scouts
Monmouthshire
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June
Monmouthshlre Dlstrlct Re
ort for Gwent Area AGM 20
2023-2024 has been a buoyant year for Scoutlng wlthln Monmouthshlre. I'm pleased to be reporting
another strong year on census growth, with growth in adult volunteers picking up since the census
numbers were recorded.
Across the board, we have seen more events, more community engagement, and activlty rocketing
towards pre-pandemic levels for a full recovery.
Summer 2023 also saw the return of International Scouting wlth 56 members havlng head off to the
Dolomites for an actlon packed week of adventures. Progress is further being made on two planned
Internatlonal expeditlons for the summer of 2024, with a possible third in the plpeline for later in the
yearl
S ulrrels
Thls year has been all about Squirrels Within Monmouthshlre. Slnce thls tlme last year, we've opened
3 new Squlrrel Dreys brlnglng our total to 71 and it continues to be the section that is driving
growth In both young people and adult volunteers at the highest rate.
We've also had our first four Squirrels Nlghts-Away events, with Squirrels venturing as far as West-
Midland Safari Park for an exclting weekend away. Squlrrels contlnues to thrlve, and my personal
alm is to have two more Dreys open by the end of the year.
Monmouthshlre District Scout Council
Registered Address: 2 Castle Street, Raglan, Usk Monmouthshire NP15 2DS
Registered Charity Number 1013482 (England and Wales)

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Monmouthshire
Beavers
Beavers has remalned our strongest sectlon across district with waitlng list demand growlng by the
day. We've seen one additional colony open thls year to accommodate growing demand, but similar
is needed across the dlstrlct. Lots of work has also been ongolng to recruit new Beaver leader5, and
thls 15 beginning to show some succes5.
Monmouthshire will be hosting our flrst joint Squirrel and Beaver event in July, making good use of
Area's Botany Bay facility.
Cubs
Cubs has maintained healthy numbers throughout 2023-2024, with natural growth requiring new
sections that will be opening from September. Whilst we stlll have a substantial cub-waiting list, lots
of work has brought these numbers down towards a more manageable condition.
I'm also pleased to say that we have recruited new, additional Cub leaders in over half of the cub
sections I
Cubs are once agaln looklng forwards to the return of the Evan Thomas Challenge In October, as well
as the Davy cup later in the year.
Scouts
Lots of actlvlty has been ongoing withln the Scouts sectlon5, Wlth the majority of groups now trylng
to achieve dragon awards and camping every month. In addition to thls, we've seen Scouts maklng
their mark right across Monmouthshire and beyond with Eroups attendlng Forest-Fest (a Jamboree
in Sherwood Forest), a regular stream of groups heading underground, thanks to the Gwent Land
Activltles Team, Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking and much, much morel
2023-2024 was also a huge year for the return of international Scouting wlth Raglan Scout Group
taking 56 members on an internatlonal experience of a lifetime to the Dolomltes In northern Italy. A
selectlon of photos has been included below for your perusal.
Moreover, there are two further Scout internatlonals In the plpellne for thls summer; 2. Caldicot
troop are off the Belgium and the Battlefields, whilst Shirenewton are headed for KISC. Planning for
both is In the final stages, wlth sectlon B of the VA form due for signlng In the next 4 weeks or so.
Monmouthshire District Scout Council
Registered Address.. 2 Castle Street, Raglan, Usk Monmouthshire NP15 2DS
Registered Charlty Number 1013482 (England and Wales)

Scouts
Monmouthshire
lorers
Explorers has once again had a strong year wlth plenty of activity across the sections. This year,
we've seen groups competing in Monopoly runs in London, Manchester, and Bristol, as well as
attending international Jamborees and continuing to support younger sections through the Young
Leaders scheme.
In 2023-2024, Monmouthshire has awarded 14 top Awards to Explorers. This has included Young
Leader belts, DofE Bronze awards, and Platlnum and Diamond Awards.
Network
Network remains steady with little activity due to a lack of DSNC and leadership team. This Is
somethlng we will look to address through the delayed transformation programme, Despite thls,
Monmouthshire was able to celebrate Laura Wllllngham attending Windsor castle In April as part of
her King's Scout Award presentation.
Tudor Cule Cam
slte
Owing to signiflcant weather damage over the wlnter, the decision wa5 made to close Tudor Cule
Campsite earlier in the year. This decision has been made on safety grounds as we can't presently
guarantee the safety of the site.
In light of this, a programme of works has been launched to make the site safe and the site will not
re-open until the risks have been properly mitigated. The publlc footpath has been secured and
signage erected at all possible entrance points to the site, demarcating that entrance is not
permitted without authorlsatlon.
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NRW vlsited the slte on the 25 March to carry out an assessment of the damage caused to the river
bank due to prior flooding, and a Ilst of recommendations Is currently under revlew such that the
appropriate works license may be obtained.
The local community have rallied together behind the site and we've seen amazing support from the
local vlllage to help get the slte back to its former 810ry.
There is a lot of work stlll to do, however we hope to have the site fully operational once again for
the 2025 summer season.
Monmouthshire District Scout Council
Registered Address: 2 Castle Street, Raglan, Usk Monmouthshire NP15 2DS
Registered Charlty Number 1013482 (England and Wales}

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Monmouthshire
Notable Events.,
We once again had very strong attendance at the district St George's day event and have seen
buoyant growth off the back of It. Some photos are below for interest.
If anyone hasn't seen the media artlcle released followlng the event- I strongly urge you to have a
read. It's a very nice piece that has captured the spirit of the event really well.
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I" Sedbury and Tidenham Scout Group had the pleasure of celebrating Its 100 anniversary In 2023.
To celebrate, the group hosted a group wide camp at Woodhouse Park, jam packed with activities
and fun for all ages.
Monmouthshire District Scout Councll
Reglstered Address: 2 Castle Street, Raglan, Usk Monmouthshlre NP15 2DS
Registered Charity Number 1013482 {England and Wales}

Scouts
Monmouthshire
In addition to thls, Monmouthshire once again hosted the PeaceLight on its global journey at
Chrlstmas time. A huge thank-you to Andrew Lewis from Gilwern Scout group who helped the
PeaceLight on Its Journey, collecting it from Swindon before handlng the Ilght onwards to journey to
Bethlehem {In South Walesll
In its 37th year, the Peace Llght from Bethlehem campaign was originally organised by the Austrian
Broadcasting Company- ORF (Li nzl and was part of a large charltable relief mission - Light into
Darkness, for children in need in Austria and abroad. Since 1986 there has been a great deal of co-
operation between Scouts and Guides in many countries which has allowed the light to travel
throughout Europe, such that the light is passed on to 30 European Countries and for the past few
years, on to North America, Mexico and Canada . Each year, a chlld from Upper Austria kindles a
flame from the "Eternal Flame" from the Nativity Grotto in Bethlehem where Jesus was born. The
Ilght is then flown to Austria from where it is distributed at a Service of Dedlcatlon to delegations
from across Europe who take it back, with a message of Peace, to their own countries for use at
ecumenical services throughout the Continent. Scouts and Guides can then take the light on to other
churches, hospitals, old people homes, prlsons, a nd places of public, cultural and political
Importance - to anybody that appreciates the signif icance of the 'gift In past years the Ilght has
been presented to Pope John Paul11, Pope Benedict XVI, Pope Francis, Mikhall Gorbatshow, the
former King Hussain of Jordan, EU President Romano Prodl and other member of the European
parliament in Strazbourg, the UN Troops In Kosovo and continues to be taken to Ground Zero, New
York.
Summa
Overall, 2023-2024 has been a very strong year for Monmouth5hire Scouts and this momentum
contlnues to drive into 2024-2025. The return of larger events and more ambitious endeavours has
really plcked up right across district, and that Is gratlfylng to see at all levels.
The biggest challenge facing Monmouthshire is the ever growln8 waiting lists and demand for more
Scoutlng places to be available for young people. At the time of writin8, there are 341 young people
on waiting Ilsts across Monmouthshire. Adult recruitment 15 the 51ngle blggest blocker to enabling
progress in this area and therefore remalns the top priority to address.
I would like finish by extendlng a thank you to every single volunteer who contlnue5 to make such
difference to the Ilves of young people across Monmouthshlre.
General Notes for Gwent Area Trustees Awareness.
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Distrlct AGM pencilled in for the W/C 16 September- to be confirmed mid-july.
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Monmouthshire District Camp wlll be held on 13, _15 June 2025

NEWPOR T
DISTRICTSCOUTS
Another year has flown by and Scouting in Newport has continued to grow year on year.
We started preparing for the, much anticipated,Transformation programme as Gwent was originally
one of the pilot Areas for implementation. However, Gwent was withdrawn and Clwyd stepped in.
Unfortunately due to the challenges presented by the digital transfer HQ ultimately decided to
postpone the transfer programme. Having made considerable progress with the preparation we
were left in limbo. Nevertheless Scout5 Cymru gave u5 the go ahead to "crack on., Hence the core
Team is complete with considerable work done on the constitution of the Teams. I must pay tribute
to the Team of ADC"s for the way they have accepted the potential changes. Hence when the green
light is given across the board, we will be ready in Newport. So that changes will be less daunting to
personnel I have allowed everyone to employ the new role titles so that we will all be used to them
when the time comes. There are a lot of new ideas being muted by the Team5.
A number of people across the District have received National recognition for the contributions they
have made to Scouting over the years. Congratulations to each and everyone of them, and a very big
heartfelt thank you for all your contributions
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On the financial side the District as a whole has been very fortunate. The 28 Newport applied to the
National Lottery for a grant to purchase their premises, expecting them to use the match funding
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option, but the Lottery generously came across for the total amount allowing the 28 to make the
outright purchase. Later they applied to the Welsh Government to purchase neighbouring
woodland. However the Government said no but allowed them a long term lease at a peppercorn
rent.
We discovered with some shock that a local man had sadly passed away and left a considerable
amount of money in his will to the members of Newport Scouts. We are engaged in an exercise to
determine how best to use the bequest thus leaving a long term legacy to the young people in
Newport Scouts. All investigations by us and HQ have drawn a complete blank as to any reasoning
for the bequest since the donor had no involvement in Scouting recorded in his younger days
Indeed it was a very kind and generous gift which the Trustees undertake to use to the beneflt of the
young people of Newport and with long term appreciation of the legacy.
We have achieved a number of Wood Badges through the year which bears testimony to the
integrity of the adults involved in Scouting in Newport, With the support and guidance of the
Training personnel we can continue to build on our successes.
Another positive factor is the development of the new squirrel Section. We currently have four
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Dreys across the District, We will be opening another at the 22. Newport on September 4 . The
current Sections had a District funday at CRAI Campsite with a good attendance from the Dreys and
a good lot of fun and enjoyment. Undoubtedly it will be the first of many.
Our SWAT Unit have had another successful year on the water at Llandegfedd. They continued to
offer a full programme to the young people. In addition they were able to offer adults the
opportunity to enhance their skills and obtain further qualifications in line with the RYA criteria.

It is a privilege to be part of a very pro-attive District. l am very proud of what we have achieved
together. My heartfelt thanks and appreciation goes to my Teams and their assoclates for all the
time and effort they put into the development of Scouting in Newport. I don't forget our spouses
and partners who support us. Without that SUPPOrt we couldn't do what we do,
To everyone..........thankyou.
As we look forward to the future, our actual Transformation is looming. It calls for change in the way
we do things, our structure, and our titles. Let's embrace these changes together and look forward
to a positive future, meeting and pursuing the...............
.challenge and opportunity,
Steve Crowley
Dlstrict Commi5sioner/Lead Volunteer
Scouts

Torfaen District Commissioner's
Report- 2024
Scouts
Torfaen
The last year has been another fun packed year for our young people and everyone
has certainly been busy around the district.
The year kicked off with a St George's
camp in Swansea, the first one for several
years due to lockdown and a first time on
camp for more young people than usual.
Activities were split into zones with
bushcraft, projectiles and games being
covered. As usual there was the
campfire. Unfortunately, some groups
decided to leave early on the Sunday due
to a bout of heavy rain overnight however
we have established a great alternative
venue for future events.
In May there was a Squirrel and Beaver hike which saw some of our younger
members getting their first opportunity to get stuck in to Scouting activities. The
following month was the turn of the Cubs as they headed north for the All Wales
Cub Fun Day in Builth Wells which gave them a great opportunity to take part in a
large scale event and appreciate wider Scouting across Wales. There were lots of
activities to try and new friends to meet. The following weekend the Beavers had
their district camp at CRAI. For many this was a first night away from home but
they all had a great time and tasted selection of outdoor activities. In July the Cubs
had their district camp, also at CRAI and it was good to see them progressing with
their camp skills despite the weather not being what we had hoped for.
Over the summer many of the groups ran summer camps and three members of the
district travelled to South Korea to attend the World Scout Jamboree at
SaeManGeum. As was widely reported in the news this did not go exactly to plan
due to the heatwave, flooding, tropical storm and inadequate planning to name a
few. Hence only a few days was spent on the jamboree site and a lot of time
exploring the capitol of Seoul.

The autumn was started by a splattering of
groups and individuals supporting Gilwell
reunion and Gwentrek. In October a group of
Scouts and Explorers took part in the National
Scout Rifles Competition at Bisley in a joint
endeavour with Mid Glamorgan and had a very
exciting weekend. The opportunity to try some
more powerful guns than usual was a particular
attraction of this event. Here's to next year and a bigger team.
In November everyone took part in the usual Remembrance parades and later in the
month the Beavers had their movie night, this time in a small cinema which gave
more appeal to the session.
In December we met in Crane St Church in Pontypool for the annual Christingle
service which was lovely. The year ended with a Christmas Camp at Victoria site
attended by a number of Scout troops plus the Explorers and others.
In January a team from District were invited to the Transformation conference in
Cardiff. There was a lot of information about transformation but still no firm dates
and nothing more has been received since then so it is still difficult to gauge how
soon the new systems will be in place.
The district held is first projectiles competition in February to replace the Rifles
competition and this was a great success with a large number of groups supporting
this from across Torfaen and beyond. As well as rifles there were knockdowns,
crossbows and hawks. The overall winning team was from Griffithstown so well
done to them.
Throughout late February and March a small but dedicated team of leaders ran
several taster sessions for four weeks in Coed Eva and Blenheim Schools. Well
done to Gwyn and Billy for spearheading this initiative and we have certainly got
some community impact and raised our profile in Cwmbran.
The year finished with a bang for the Beavers who had a great day out at the end of
March. They visited Big Pit and then spent the afternoon having a picnic and hike
around Garn lakes as well as an Easter Egg hunt. A very fun packed day indeedl
We have also managed to get more people through their Wood badge and are
continuing to chase mandatory training modules. We now have everyone up to date
on mandatory training and are keeping a close eye on upcoming renewals so we do
not fall out of compliance.

Finally, our numbers are on the up both with young people and adults. We have
moved out waiting lists to a central system which we can monitor at district level
meaning if a group does not have spaces we can keep checking other groups and let
people know sooner when a place is available. We have also opened a second
Squirrel dray at Pontnewydd so this is helping with places for our youngest
members.
We always like to reflect on those who have gone home over the year and it was with
sadness that we lost Derek Robinson, Rob Powell and Diana Lewis this year.
A great thanks is given to all those leaders who have been doing a greatjob every
week and giving up many of their weekends to run activities and camps. Seeing the
young people making progress and learning skills for life makes the efforts all
worthwhile. Thanks also to all the support from executive members, ASU members
and other supporters.
Things are finally moving in the right direction, so the future is bright.
Yours in Scouting
Elaine Burrill, DC

Scouts
Gwent
GWENT AREA SCOUT COUNCIL
EIPT
EY
NTS ACCOUNT SU
TO 31 DECE
MARY FO
BE
2023
Total monetary receipts for the period
182,072
Total payments for the period
130,262
Net receipts for the period
52.817
Bank. cash and dep051tfunds carried forward
108,367
These accounts were approved by the trustees of the Gwent Area Scout Council.
Approved by the Trustees on:
Signed on their behalf by Trustees:
Edward Watts
Area Chalrperson
Chris Owen-Brooks
Area Treasurer

GWENT AREA
UNCIL
RECEIPTS FO
NUARY 2023 TO 31 DECE
ER 202
Monetary receipts
2023
Total £
Scout Association Saving Fund
CAF Fixed Interest Fund
Investment Liquidation (Note 3}
325
336
58,104
Sub total- income from investments
58.765
Membership subscriptions Isee Note 21
Area events Isee Note 4)
Donations
Miscellaneous income INote 51
116.790
6.314
185
18
Sub total- other income
123,307
Total monetary receipts
182.072

GWENT AREA SCOUT COUNCIL
PA
ENT
R YEAR
JA
ARY
T031D
20
2023
Total £
115,645
743
314
755
8,161
546
1.563
2.535
Membership subscriptions (see Note 21
Insurance {equipment}
AGM expenses
Volunteer expenses
Area events (see Note 4}
Area office broadband
Equipment purchases (see Note 61
International Fund Donations (see Note 71
Total payments
130.262
31 DEC 2023
Totsl £
97.576
6.554
4.237
Gwent Main Account
Gwent Training Account
Gwent Events and Activity Account
Total assets
108.367

Gwent Area Scout Council
Botany Bay Activity & Campsite
Ffinancial Statement 2023
INCOME(£)
Brought Forward from 2022
30063.09
Site Fees
12651.85
Donations etc
173.67
Phone
00.00
42888.61
EXPENDITURE(£)
Maintenance
1562.94
Refund
90.00
Services
9002.59
Phone
318.62
ElectrAc
746.02
Equipmeiit
519.77 ( £12239.94)
Cash in Bank 31.12.23
30648.67
42888.61
Notes".
Donations include'.- Electric Wayleave Water Payment
Maintenance includes:_ Fencing, painting. Step replacement and general repairs.
Services include:. Site Insurance, Gr&£s Cutting. Fire Safety. Ele¢tri¢al PAT Testing, Wheelie Bins, Cesspit
Clearance. Tree Sutvey. Chimney Sweep and Rates.
Equipment include5-.Leaf Bloiver, Strinimer Head and c￿ttEng Discs etc

Ex lanato
Note
Ba
isof
The financial statements have been prepared on a receipts and payments basis using
historical costs.
Gwent Area Scout Council meets the definition of a public benefrt entity under the
Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Membership subscription breakdown:
Scouts Cymru levy of £50.50
Gwent Area levy of 50p
was paid on 2,290 youth members.
The following investment was liquidated because of a trustee vote to withdraw from the
CAF Investment fund ISFL CAF Fixed Interest Fund B Accumulation due to its
announced closure. Trustees rejected the offer to invest in alternative funds.
CAF Investment fund ISFL CAF Fixed Interest Fund B Accumulation Shares: 10,594.211
Value 3011212022 {Last valuation before sale): £12,389.93 (Unit price £116.950)
Value 1810712023 (Closing value): £12,155.61 (Unit price £114.7381
The following savings were returned by the Scouts Association as a result of the closure
of "The Charity DepositAccount" saving scheme.
Gwent County Scouts Training Account- £5,552.35 las at 21106120231
Gwent County Scout Council - £40,395.79 {as at 2V0612023)
4 Area even
Activity & Events:
Young Leader residential
Young Leader training
Winter Camp
Scubtrex
Gwentrek
Land SASU activity

Training
Skills for nights away
First aid training
Adult training
li
This relates to payments received that have been paid to Gwent Area by mistake
First aid resuscitation dolls and anti-choking trainer.
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Payments were made in line with our international fund to:
WSJ Adult Participant
1st Raglan Scout Group
White Dragon Explorers
Roverway Adult Participant

Inde
ndent Examln•r's Re
no 1055372
ort to tho Trn8te•8 of tho Gwent Area Scout Councll
Charl
I rèport on the aC￿Unts ofthe Area for the period 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 whlch comprlse the
Statement of FinanGial Acwunts and related nots$ set oui in th8 prec6ding pages.
This report is mado solely lo the tnJstOa8 in 8cry>rdance wlth S8cti¢n 145 of the CharftlesAct 2011. My work
has been undertaken so that I mlght state to thè charitys trustees thosfj matters l am roquired to stale lo
them In an Independent Examiner's report and for no olh8r pU￿ose. To the fijllest 8xi6nt pemitt8d by law, I
do not accept or assum9 respon￿bIlity to 8nyona otherthan the thority and the chaws INstees for my
examinatlon work.
R85p8dive responslbllttles of trustO8s and axamSner
Thekna's tru8tee8 ere r8sponslblèfor Ihe pr8paratton of tha aecounts. Thoy conÈlder that an audlt18 not
requlred for thls y88r undèr Sectton 144 ofthe Ch8rlUe5 Act 2011 (the Chariti88 Act} and that an
Independent examinalion is needed.
It Is my responsibility to:
examlne the arwunts under Secllon 145 of the CharitlesAcl}.
to follow the procedures lald down In tho General Directions glvan by1h8 Charfty Commlssioner8
{under Secllon 145(Sllb) of the Ch8ritiesAct); and
state whether partlc4Jlar m8tters have rxfyme to my attenlon.
Basis of Independent examiner's réport
My examination was ¢arrled out in accordanc& wlth th& General Dir8Ctlon8 given by Ihe Ch8rity
Commission. An examinallon includes a review of the a¢￿Unting record$ kept by IheArea and a
compartson ofthe aGcounts pres8nted wlth those records. It al80 Indudes conslder8tEon of any unusual
It8m8 or dl$dosur85 in tha axoun18, and Seeklng &xplanallons from the trusie&8 concemlng any Such
matter5. The procedures undèrtaken do not provtd8 811 the evidence Ihat would b8 requlred In an audlt, and
con8equenUy no oplnlon Is given as to whetherthe etxounts present a'true and falr. vE8w and that the report
Is Ilmlted to those matters set out In Ihe ststement b810w.
Indepondertt Examinerfs statement
In ¢onne¢tlon wlth my examlnatlon, no matter has come to my attentlon:
whlch gives ma tBesonable (*us8 to believe that in any rn8t8rfal resp8¢L the requirements
to keèp accounting reo)rds In aceordanc6 wlth sectton 130 ofthe ChaTiU8s Act., and
to prepare 8CGounts whlch accord wlih the a¢counting records and comply with the acwuntlng
requlrem8nts of the Charlties Act hav8 not b08n M&(" or
to whlch, In my oplnion. attenllon should bo drawn In orderto enable a proper under8t8ndlng of the
accounts to be reached.
Name:
LrA12rn BEaLé
Relevant professlonal quallfication{s) or membership of professional bodies (if any): Qcft7
Addrass:
Date:
27105/24