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2023-03-31-accounts

Company number: 03680467 Charity number: 1073468

Breakthrough (DeafHearing Integration) Known as DeafPLUS

Report and financial statements For the year ended 31 March 2023

Breakthrough (Deaf-Hearing Integration)

Contents

For the year ended 31 March 2023

Reference and administrative information ...................................................................................... 1 Trustees’ annual report .................................................................................................................. 2 Independent auditor’s report ....................................................................................................... 14 Statement of financial activities (incorporating an income and expenditure account) ................... 18 Balance sheet ............................................................................................................................... 19 Statement of cash flows ................................................................................................................ 20 Notes to the financial statements ................................................................................................. 21

Breakthrough (Deaf-Hearing Integration)

Reference and administrative information

For the year ended 31 March 2023

Company number 03680467
Country of incorporation
United Kingdom
Charity number 1073468
Country of registration
England & Wales
Registered office and
DeafPLUS
operational address Trinity Centre, Key Close
London, E14HG
Operational name DeafPLUS
Trustees Trustees, who are also directors under company law, who served during the
year and up to the date of this report were as follows:
Alan Murray MBE Treasurer
Will Davidson Secretary Resigned 6thSeptember 2023
Geraldine O’Halloran
David Rose Chair
Stephen Colthrust Appointed 6thSeptember 2023
Katharine Balazs Resigned 8thMarch 2023
Aiysha Begum Resigned 7thDecember 2022
Shajna Begum Resigned 7thDecember 2022
Key management Gary Williams Chief Executive Resigned May 2022
personnel Reg Cobb Chief Executive Appointed 13 June 2022
Hayri Korkmaz Head of Finance Resigned 31stJanuary 2023
Mohammed Ashrafi Operations Manager Resigned 28thSeptember 2022
Bankers Lloyds Bank Plc
25 Gresham Street
London, EC2V 7HN
Solicitors Russell Cooke LLP
8 Bedford Row,
London, WC1R 4BX
Auditor Sayer Vincent LLP
Chartered Accountants and Statutory Auditor
Invicta House, 110 Golden Lane,
London, EC1Y 0TG

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Trustees’ annual report

For the year ended 31 March 2023

The Board of Trustees is pleased to present this comprehensive report, along with the audited financial statements, covering the fiscal year ending on March 31, 2023.

The reference and administrative information, outlined in detail on page 1, are integral components of this report. Our financial statements adhere to all current statutory requirements, the provisions within our memorandum and articles of association, as well as the stipulations governing directors' reports as mandated by company law. Additionally, we have ensured compliance with the Statement of Recommended Practice - Accounting and Reporting by Charities: SORP, which is applicable to charities preparing their financial accounts in accordance with FRS 102.

Purposes and aims, objectives and activities

Annually, the Board of Trustees conducts a rigorous review of the charity's purposes, objectives, and activities. This report meticulously examines the achievements and outcomes of the charity's work during the reporting period. We take pride in highlighting the successful execution of each key activity and the tangible benefits extended to the groups of individuals the charity is dedicated to assisting. This comprehensive review also aids in safeguarding that our aims, objectives, and activities remain steadfastly aligned with our stated mission.

In our review process, we have closely consulted the guidance provided by the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit. This guidance has been invaluable in shaping our aims, objectives, and strategic planning for future activities. We confirm our unwavering commitment to fulfilling the duty outlined in section 17 of the Charities Act 2011, which mandates that we duly consider the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit, as articulated in 'Charities and Public Benefit.'

A Half-Century of Empowering Deaf and Hearing Communities

deafPLUS proudly traces its origins back to its establishment in 1971, marking over five decades of dedicated service. Since our inception, we have relentlessly championed equality between deaf and hearing individuals by promoting inclusive practices and providing essential support to surmount societal barriers. Our Governing Documents explicitly state our founding purpose: to advance "the promotion of the material, mental, and spiritual welfare of deaf persons (whether totally or partially deaf), first within Great Britain and secondly, throughout the world."

Throughout our journey, we have consistently pioneered innovative solutions to bridge the gap between deaf and hearing communities. Notably, in the 1970s, we were instrumental in introducing the first text phone, by our funders, David Hyslop and Dawn Garrett. This spirit of innovation continues to drive us forward. In 2015, we launched a groundbreaking British Sign Language (BSL) video adviceline service, enabling deaf individuals across the country to access our information and advice services effortlessly. In 2020, we unveiled our infoHUB—an online repository offering guidance on social welfare issues in accessible BSL formats and plain English.

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Our unwavering commitment to innovation persisted even during the challenges posed by the post-COVID-19 era, as we adapted our modes of interaction with clients to ensure their wellbeing and continued support.

deafPLUS Vision and Mission

Each of the milestones in our history reflects our enduring vision and mission.

Vision : We envision a world where deaf individuals encounter no barriers to participation and opportunity.

Mission : Our mission is to empower deaf individuals to take control of their lives, fostering their potential and aiding them in achieving independence.

We strive towards these objectives through a range of vital services:

Four Key Objectives

Our charitable work revolves around four key objectives:

  1. Supporting Independence and Choice : We provide information, advocacy, and advice to facilitate the full engagement and participation of deaf individuals in society. Access to information, often taken for granted, is crucial for achieving equality.

  2. Developing Potential and Self-Determination : We support clients in securing employment, offering skills training and volunteering opportunities. We ensure that deaf employees have equal opportunities for career advancement.

  3. Promoting Physical and Mental Health and Wellbeing : We foster social and cultural opportunities to combat isolation, improve integration, and encourage physical activity. We also provide health workshops and materials.

  4. Empowering and Enabling : We work tirelessly to raise awareness of the needs of deaf and visually impaired individuals. Collaborating with key decision-makers, we advocate for the removal of barriers hindering social and economic progress.

Our client-facing team boasts appropriate qualifications and extensive experience in providing Information, Advice, Guidance, and Advocacy. Importantly, 75% of our team members are either deaf or living with hearing loss, granting us a unique capacity to empathize with our client group, having personally encountered many of the issues they face.

This report, along with the financial statements, comprehensively encompasses all of our charity's activities.

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As the fiscal year concluded, we engaged in consultation sessions with stakeholders, staff, and other relevant parties. This collaborative effort will be instrumental in shaping our strategic direction for the upcoming years.

Quality Accreditations

deafPLUS takes pride in our continued adherence to rigorous quality standards. We are pleased to report that we have been reaccredited under the following Quality Accreditations:

Our Quality Assurance system stands as a testament to our commitment to providing dependable services across the nation. Furthermore, we are proud to be recognized as a Living Wage Employer, registered with the Living Wage Foundation.

Achievements, Performance and Beneficiaries

Our charitable endeavours are focused squarely on deaf individuals, those living with hearing or visual impairments, and are carried out with the aim of furthering our charitable objectives for the public benefit.

Adviceline Project

Over the past year, our support extended to a total of 845 cases—a testament to our unwavering commitment to the deaf community. Recognizing the growing demand for our services, we have undergone a management transition and successfully implemented a robust triage system, ensuring an efficient response to this increasing need.

Bath Centre

Our Bath Centre has been a beacon of support, with 1,415 cases served during the year. Our project has thrived and continues to deeply engage with the community through a multi-faceted approach, including home visits, office consultations, and a mobile advisory service using our trusted van. Additionally, we've played a pivotal role in establishing deaf community hubs across Somerset. We've also formed partnerships to deliver essential BSL and lipreading classes, which have been a lifeline for many. Our dedication extends to providing vision-related equipment for the communities of Somerset and Bath and North-East Somerset.

Bromley Centre

In the year, we've assisted 925 cases through the Bromley Centre. A change in management brought about operational enhancements aimed at better serving our clients. We remain steadfast in delivering a range of services, including lipreading classes and comprehensive advice services.

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Ealing Centre

With 535 cases supported in the year, our Ealing Centre has maintained its commitment to excellence. Our services, both advisory and equipment-related, continue to benefit the deaf community in the London Borough of Ealing. Additionally, we've expanded our reach to the London Borough of Merton, forging connections within the local deaf community. Collaborations with the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham have strengthened our mission to serve.

Whitechapel Centre

Our Whitechapel Centre stands at the forefront, assisting 2,465 cases throughout the year. We've reimagined our client interactions, implementing a triage system to ensure individual needs are met efficiently. In both the London boroughs of Tower Hamlets and Hackney, we've organized a multitude of events while providing essential advice services. In the London Borough of Camden, we've cultivated a strong rapport within the local deaf community, working closely with Camden Disability Action. Due to high demand, we are exploring the possibility of extending our service hours in London Borough of Westminster.

Birmingham

In Birmingham, we've made nearly 600 meaningful connections in the past year. Recognizing the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, we undertook measures to engage more effectively with the deaf community. Notably, we hosted a successful conference featuring various speakers to gather valuable feedback and insights for designing a better service. Our commitment extends to providing deaf awareness training to Neighbourhood Network Scheme (NNS) providers in the city of Birmingham.

PA Services

Our PA Services have provided just over 2,000 hours of support in the past year. We've engaged in various activities with our clients, aimed at enhancing their quality of life and overall well-being.

At deafPLUS, our commitment to the deaf community remains unwavering, and we look forward to continuing our mission of providing essential support and services in the years to come.

Financial review and reserves policy

deafPLUS, as with all charities, faces the possibility of financial challenges in the future; not least the expected pressure on Council funding arising from a weakening economic situation throughout the country.

During the year the Trustees reviewed the charity's Reserves Policy and examined the charity's requirements for reserves following their review of risks facing the charity. deafPLUS’s policy is to target three months of reserves. This level of reserves would more than cover, for example, the cost of services cessation in any two of our locations in a given year, with any associated redundancies (£2,000 to wind down and ‘make good’ the office and £10,000 for redundancies in

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each location). Such a level of reserves would also be sufficient to cushion us against cashflow difficulties associated with delay to grant or contract payments that may fall due to deafPLUS.

The restricted reserves balance at 31 March 2023 was £219,017 (2022: £308,801). The unrestricted general reserves balance at 31 March 2023 was £182,061 (2022: £227,839). Free reserves (general reserves excluding fixed assets) total £176,201 as at 31 March 2023 (2022: £221,736). This represents approximately 8.5 months of unrestricted expenditure in 2022/23. The trustees’ target is to decrease it in the year 2023/24 through additional spending on vital services.

In the year ended 31 March 2023 total income decreased by £82,314 to £816,903 (2022: £899,217) and total expenditure increased by £93,226 to £952,462 (2022: £859,236), net deficit of £135,561 (2022: net income of £39,981). Net assets at year-end were £403,202 (2022: £538,763).

deafPLUS as a Going Concern Statement

The Trustees affirm their reasonable expectation that the Charity can sustain its operations as a going concern for at least the next twelve months, starting from the date of approval of these financial statements. This assertion is grounded in several key considerations:

  1. Cash Flow Analysis : Based on the budgeted position through to March 2025, a revised cash flow analysis spanning from November 2023 to December 2024 has been meticulously scrutinised and approved by our Finance Sub Committee. This analysis, which takes into account reduced management and overhead costs and factors in both known and anticipated income and expenditures, has been transmitted to our auditors for their evaluation.

Following a thorough evaluation, we have successfully streamlined our management expenses, enabling us to operate with minimal reliance on additional fundraising efforts. This achievement stems from the fact that a portion of our project-based costs now covers our overhead expenses.

  1. Diverse Range of Services : deafPLUS has solidified agreements to provide a diverse array of services across nine local authorities, in addition to pan-London and national projects supported by charitable trusts and the National Lottery. In the event that funding for any specific project is terminated during this period, we have established protocols to promptly wind down the project, thereby containing losses within that project and safeguarding the overall financial health of the organisation.

  2. Sustained Project Funding : While the natural conclusion of projects is inevitable, our proactive approach to securing grants and contracts ensures a continual cycle of project

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inception and completion. This dynamic process, which we refer to as the "churn," provides us with confidence that we will continually replace any concluded projects with new opportunities.

  1. Competitive Business Model : Our analysis of the funding landscape underscores that, despite a backdrop of budget cuts and austerity measures, deafPLUS offers a compelling service portfolio characterized by quality and value for money. We remain steadfast in our belief that our business model is not only competitive but also stands out within our field of expertise.

The Trustees have taken into account the actions undertaken by our CEO to streamline overhead and management costs, thereby addressing deficits. This strategic effort, while placing the charity under the pressure of meeting increased demands, simultaneously fortifies our foundation, enhancing operational efficiency and transparency in financial reporting.

Furthermore, we have initiated collaborative efforts with the local community and neighbouring charities to adapt and evolve in response to the evolving needs of the communities we serve. In parallel, we are engaging with local authority commissioners and grant officers to ensure that any necessary adaptations to our services are executed in a cost-effective manner, given the prevailing economic climate. These concerted efforts aim to maximize value for the people we serve while fostering partnerships with other organisations.

Principal risks and uncertainties

Annually, and as the need arises, the Trustees engage in a comprehensive risk assessment to vigilantly oversee the systems and practices in place for managing major strategic, business, and operational risks to which the charity is exposed. Additionally, the Trustees remain dedicated to upholding their statutory obligations, including the formulation and review of the organization's strategy and its commitment to financial probity.

The most significant risk confronting deafPLUS remains centred on funding. The potential loss or non-renewal of a substantial number of our local authority grants and contracts, coupled with any reductions in trust funding, understandably raises concerns. To mitigate this risk, we have structured our operations in a decentralized manner, with separate funding bodies supporting each of our service locations. Nevertheless, we are actively diversifying our income streams and strengthening our fundraising activities to further fortify the financial resilience of the charity.

In summary, the Trustees remain committed to the responsible stewardship of resources and continue to monitor, manage, and adapt to the evolving landscape of risks and opportunities that come our way. Our enduring focus is on ensuring the sustained provision of vital services to the communities we serve while diligently safeguarding the organization's financial stability.

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Fundraising and income generation

Currently, all fundraising efforts are spearheaded by our in-house team, occasionally joined by members of the public who passionately support our cause. As we approach the end of the year, we are strategically shifting our fundraising approach by enlisting the support of business ambassadors, who will actively assist us in our fundraising initiatives. To diversify our income streams, we leverage various platforms, including online and text donations, and engage in partnerships with third-party companies that enable us to generate revenue through the sale of goods and services. Notable partnerships include Amazon Smile, Give as you Live, and our collaboration with Connevans Equipment.

Our fundraising practices align with the Fundraising Regulator's Code of Fundraising Practice, and we are registered with the Fundraising Regulator, providing essential safeguards for vulnerable individuals. Importantly, we are proud to report that we received no complaints regarding our fundraising practices throughout the year.

Plans for the future

We remain committed to adapting to the rapidly evolving funding landscape. Our strategy involves forging strategic alliances with other organisations, which will enable us to apply for local grants and contracts and also introduce new, vital services. These partnerships will not only facilitate the development of innovative services but also support our geographical expansion in the coming years.

Simultaneously, we are working diligently on national projects and activities that will elevate our national visibility and broaden our funding sources, allowing us to access grants specifically designated for nationwide initiatives. By doing so, we can meet the increasing demand for our services beyond our traditional "high-street" locations. Furthermore, we will continue to enhance our digital offerings, ensuring that deaf individuals can access our information and advice services from anywhere.

In 2023, our Board of Trustees, in collaboration with our CEO, will embark on a comprehensive review of our strategy based on a 'theory of change' approach. We will actively engage with our clients and the broader Deaf community to ensure their needs are fully integrated into the development of our new strategy. Additionally, we worked on internal growth, officially started in June 2023; assessing organisational health and improvements in our operational structure and systems, which will enhance staff efficiency.

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Structure, governance and management

Our Charitable Company, a limited guarantee entity, was officially incorporated on December 8, 1998, under registration number 03680467. It operates in accordance with its Memorandum and Articles of Association and was registered with the Charity Commission on January 25, 1999, under number 1073468.

The Trustees delegate the day-to-day operations of the organization to the Chief Executive, who receives support from our dedicated staff team and volunteers. Regular meetings and communication channels are in place to monitor the charity's financial and administrative progress and ensure alignment with our mission and objectives.

The company's establishment is guided by a memorandum of association that outlines its objectives and powers, governed by its articles of association. Importantly, all our trustees serve on a voluntary basis and do not receive any benefits from the charity. Any expenses incurred are transparently documented in note 7 of our accounts.

Appointment of trustees

deafPLUS actively promotes the recruitment of new trustees through open advertising. Our governing documents require that at least 51% of the Board comprises Deaf individuals or those living with hearing loss. Therefore, our recruitment efforts target the Deaf community and also follow conventional charity recruitment channels. Interested candidates who have their CVs and credentials vetted undergo discussions with the Chair before being invited to attend a Board meeting as an observer.

Trustee induction and training

Newly appointed trustees receive a comprehensive onboarding process, which includes providing them with a copy of "The Essential Trustee" and the deafPLUS Trustee Handbook. They are also invited to meet with our CEO and key staff members to gain insights into our organization's work. An introduction to charity accounts is provided by our Honorary Treasurer, and Trustee training is offered when necessary.

Related parties and relationships with other organisations

None of the Trustees/Directors have any beneficial interest in the company.

There are no connected entities.

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Partnerships that have enhanced our work:

During the year we were hard at work building new partnerships through which we can deliver our work in future. These will help to secure and further improve our services, as well as enabling us to expand geographically.

We thank London Borough of Tower Hamlets for the provision of premises in Whitechapel and Rushmoor Borough Council for office accommodation in Aldershot.

Local Consortium and Delivery Partners:

Tower Hamlets

Age UK East London. Service delivered as part of a consortium with REAL, Tower Hamlets Law Centre, Positive East, Apasen, Island Advice, Bromley by Bow Centre, Limehouse project. East End Citizens Advice.

Public Health England service with partnership between Real (lead partners), IMC and DEAPLUS.

Hackney

As a lead partners of a consortium working with Mind in Hackney, Refugee Women’s Association, Royal Society for Blind Children, and Money A&E.

Westminster

Westminster Citizens Advice

Camden

Camden Disability Action, with support from London Borough of Camden.

Ealing

Ealing Mencap (lead partners) working with us and Nucleus, Age UK Ealing, Ealing Centre for Independent Living (ECIL), Mind Ealing and Hounslow, Havelock Family Centre, Family Action, Parents of Ealing self-help Training scheme, Centre for Armenian Information and Advice.

Bromley

London Borough of Bromley

National Lottery Adviceline

Deaf Action – sub-contracted partnership to deliver advice service across Scotland and Northern Ireland.

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Somerset and Bath and North East Somerset

Somerset County Council, Bath & North East Borough Council, HCRG and consortium.

deafPLUS has been supported by many volunteers and expert contacts who have given freely of their time and knowledge to support all areas of the organisation ranging from the teams in the regions to advising the Board of Trustee/Directors.

We would like to thank all our partners and volunteers. Their support in assisting us to run an organisation as diverse as deafPLUS and visionPLUS is invaluable.

We would also like to thank the following funders for their philanthropic investment in our services:

Remuneration policy for key management personnel

The Charity is a member of the Living Wage Foundation and therefore is a Living Wage employer. To ensure fairness in employee pay the charity has adopted a 3:1 pay ratio -that is to say, the highest paid person in the organisation will be paid no more than three times the hourly pay of the lowest paid. The current pay ratio is 2.25.

Statement of responsibilities of the trustees

The trustees (who are also directors of Breakthrough (Deaf-Hearing Integration) for the purposes of company law) are responsible for preparing the trustees’ annual report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

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Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:

The trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

In so far as the trustees are aware:

The trustees are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the corporate and financial information included on the charitable company's website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.

Members of the charity guarantee to contribute an amount not exceeding £1 to the assets of the charity in the event of winding up. The total number of such guarantees at 31 March 2023 was 5. The trustees are members of the charity, but this entitles them only to voting rights. The trustees have no beneficial interest in the charity.

Auditor

Sayer Vincent LLP was appointed as the charitable company's auditor during the year and has expressed its willingness to continue in that capacity.

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The trustees’ annual report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies' regime.

The trustees’ annual report has been approved by the trustees on 31 January 2024 and signed on their behalf by

Mr David Rose

Chair

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Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of Breakthrough (Deaf-Hearing Integration) (the ‘charitable company’) for the year ended 31 March 2023, which comprise the statement of financial activities, balance sheet, statement of cash flows and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including FRS 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

In our opinion, the financial statements:

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the charitable company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC’s Ethical Standard and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trustees' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on Breakthrough (Deaf-Hearing Integration)'s ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.

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Other Information

The other information comprises the information included in the trustees’ annual report, other than the financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon. The trustees are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.

We have nothing to report in this regard.

Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:

Matters on which we are required to report by exception

In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the charitable company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the trustees’ annual report. We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

Responsibilities of trustees

As explained more fully in the statement of trustees’ responsibilities set out in the trustees’ annual report, the trustees (who are also the directors of the charitable company for the purposes of

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company law) are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the charitable company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the trustees either intend to liquidate the charitable company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud are set out below.

Capability of the audit in detecting irregularities

In identifying and assessing risks of material misstatement in respect of irregularities, including fraud and non-compliance with laws and regulations, our procedures included the following:

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Because of the inherent limitations of an audit, there is a risk that we will not detect all irregularities, including those leading to a material misstatement in the financial statements or non-compliance with regulation. This risk increases the more that compliance with a law or regulation is removed from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, as we will be less likely to become aware of instances of non-compliance. The risk is also greater regarding irregularities occurring due to fraud rather than error, as fraud involves intentional concealment, forgery, collusion, omission or misrepresentation.

A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council’s website at: www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities . This description forms part of our auditor’s report.

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the charitable company's members as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charitable company's members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charitable company and the charitable company's members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

Fleur Holden (Senior statutory auditor) 31 January 2024 for and on behalf of Sayer Vincent LLP, Statutory Auditor Invicta House, 108-114 Golden Lane, LONDON, EC1Y 0TL

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Statement of financial activities (incorporating an income and expenditure account)

For the year end 31st March 2023

Restricted
£
-
206,122
10,423
386,273
20,461
-		 2023
Total
£
22,408
-
305,552
10,423
436,625
40,680
1,215		 Unrestricted
£
73,537
99,112
-
41,423
15,089
658		 Restricted
£
-
332,234
10,423
311,220
15,521
-		 2022
Total
£
73,537
431,346
10,423
352,643
30,610
658
193,624 623,279 816,903 229,820 669,397 899,217
34,337
122,504
(108)
70,145
16,319		 -
316,957
9,283
366,170
16,856		 34,337
439,461
9,175
436,315
33,174		 39,278
129,450
346
78,101
4,338		 -
343,694
9,580
303,440
18,142		 39,278
473,144
9,926
381,541
22,480
243,197 709,266 952,462 251,513 674,856 926,369
243,197 -
709,266		 -
952,462		 (67,133)
184,380		 -
674,856		 (67,133)
859,236
(49,573)
3,797		 (85,987)
(3,797)		 (135,559)
-		 45,440
2,208		 (5,459)
(2,208)		 39,981
-
(45,776) (89,784) (135,559) 47,648 (7,667) 39,981
229,962 308,801 538,763 182,315 316,467 498,782
219,017 403,203 229,963 308,801

All of the above results are derived from continuing activities. There were no other recognised gains or losses other than those stated above. Movements in funds are disclosed in Note 21 to the financial statements.

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Balance sheet

As at 31st March 2023

As at 31st March 2023
Balance sheet		 Company no. 03680467
Note
Fixed assets:
12
Current assets:
13
14
Liabilities:
15
17
20a
Total unrestricted funds
Total assets less current liabilities
Restricted income funds
Unrestricted income funds:
Designated funds
The funds of the charity:
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Net current assets
Total net assets
Creditors: amounts falling due after one year
Cash at bank and in hand
Tangible assets
Stock
Debtors
Short term deposits
General funds
Total charity funds		 £
10,013
61,869
89,339
310,656		 2023
£
5,860		 £
8,292
79,205
88,815
476,801		 2022
£
6,103
409,483 544,800
471,877
(62,395)		 653,112
(108,312)
2,124
182,062		 2,124
227,839
415,343
(12,140)		 550,903
(12,140)
403,203 538,763
219,017
184,186		 308,801
229,963
403,203 538,763

Approved by the trustees on 31 January 2024 and signed on their behalf by

Mr David Rose Chair

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Statement of cash flows

For the year ended 31st March 2023

Cash flows from operating activities
Net expenditure / (income) for the reporting period
(as per the statement of financial activities)
Depreciation charges
Interest from investments
(Increase) in stocks
Decrease in debtors
(Increase) in creditors
Cash at bank and in hand
Overdraft facility repayable on demand
Total cash and cash equivalents
Total
Analysis of cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year
Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year
Change in cash and cash equivalents due to
exchange rate movements
Net cash provided used in investing activities
Cash flows from investing activities:
Interest from investments
Purchase of fixed assets
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the
year
Net cash (used in) / provided by operating
activities
Actuarial gains / (losses) on defined benefit pension		 £
£
(135,559)
4,040
(1,215)
(1,721)
17,336
(45,917)
(163,038)
1,215
(3,797)
-
(2,582)
(165,621)
565,616
-
399,995
At 1 April
2022
Cash flows
£
£
565,616
(165,621)
-
-
565,616
(165,621)
-
-
2023		 £
£
(135,559)
4,040
(1,215)
(1,721)
17,336
(45,917)
(163,038)
1,215
(3,797)
-
(2,582)
(165,621)
565,616
-
399,995
At 1 April
2022
Cash flows
£
£
565,616
(165,621)
-
-
565,616
(165,621)
-
-
2023		 £
£
39,981
8,358
(658)
(5,377)
5,868
(131,111)
(82,940)
658
(2,354)
(1,696)
(84,636)
650,252
-
565,616
Other non-
cash changes
At 31 March
2023
£
£
-
399,995
-
-
-
399,995
-
-
2022		 £
£
39,981
8,358
(658)
(5,377)
5,868
(131,111)
(82,940)
658
(2,354)
(1,696)
(84,636)
650,252
-
565,616
Other non-
cash changes
At 31 March
2023
£
£
-
399,995
-
-
-
399,995
-
-
2022
(163,038)
(2,582)		 (82,940)
(1,696)
At 1 April
2022
£
565,616
-		 Other non-
cash changes
£
-
-
(165,621)
565,616
-		 (84,636)
650,252
-
399,995 565,616
Cash flows
£
(165,621)
-		 At 31 March
2023
£
399,995
-
565,616 (165,621) - 399,995
- - - -

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

1 Accounting policies

a) Statutory information

Breakthrough (Deaf-Hearing Integration) is a charitable company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office address is Deafplus London, Key Close, Whitechapel, LONDON, E1 4HG.

b) Basis of preparation

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) - (Charities SORP FRS 102), The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.

Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy or note.

In applying the financial reporting framework, the trustees have made a number of subjective judgements, for example in respect of significant accounting estimates. Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. The nature of the estimation means the actual outcomes could differ from those estimates. Any significant estimates and judgements affecting these financial statements are detailed within the relevant accounting policy below.

In the application of the charity's accounting policies, the Trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

c) Public benefit entity

The charity meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102.

d) Going concern

“The Trustees affirm their reasonable expectation that the Charity can sustain its operations as a going concern for at least the next twelve months, starting from the date of approval of these financial statements. This assertion is grounded in several key considerations:

Cash Flow Analysis : A revised cash flow analysis spanning from September 2023 to September 2024 has been meticulously scrutinised and approved by our Finance Sub Committee. This analysis, which takes into account reduced management and overhead costs and factors in both known and anticipated income and expenditures, has been transmitted to our auditors for their evaluation. Following a thorough evaluation, we have successfully streamlined our management expenses, enabling us to operate with minimal reliance on additional fundraising efforts. This achievement stems from the fact that a portion of our project-based costs now covers our overhead expenses.

Diverse Range of Services : deafPLUS has solidified agreements to provide a diverse array of services across nine local authorities, in addition to pan-London and national projects supported by charitable trusts and the National Lottery. In the event that funding for any specific project is terminated during this period, we have established protocols to promptly wind down the project, thereby containing losses within that project and safeguarding the overall financial health of the organization.

Sustained Project Funding : While the natural conclusion of projects is inevitable, our proactive approach to securing grants and contracts ensures a continual cycle of project inception and completion. This dynamic process, which we refer to as the "churn," provides us with confidence that we will continually replace any concluded projects with new opportunities.

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

1 Accounting policies (continued)

Competitive Business Model : Our analysis of the funding landscape underscores that, despite a backdrop of budget cuts and austerity measures, deafPLUS offers a compelling service portfolio characterized by quality and value for money. We remain steadfast in our belief that our business model is not only competitive but also stands out within our field of expertise.

The Trustees have taken into account the actions undertaken by our new CEO to streamline overhead and management costs, thereby addressing deficits. This strategic effort, while placing the charity under the pressure of meeting increased demands, simultaneously fortifies our foundation, enhancing operational efficiency and transparency in financial reporting.

Furthermore, we have initiated collaborative efforts with the local community and neighbouring charities to adapt and evolve in response to the evolving needs of the communities we serve. In parallel, we are engaging with local authority commissioners and grant officers to ensure that any necessary adaptations to our services are executed in a costeffective manner, given the prevailing economic climate. These concerted efforts aim to maximize value for the people we serve while fostering partnerships with other organisations.”

e) Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Designated funds comprise funds which have been set aside at the discretion of the Trustees for specific purposes. The purposes and uses of the designated funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

f) Income

Income is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the income have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and that the amount can be measured reliably.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid is recognised at the time of the donation.

Income from government and other grants, whether ‘capital’ grants or ‘revenue’ grants, is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds, any performance conditions attached to the grants have been met, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably and is not deferred. Government grants are being received under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme designed to compensate for staff costs. Amounts received or receivable are recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities over the same period as the costs to which they relate.

Income received in advance of the provision of a specified service is deferred until the criteria for income recognition are met.

g) Expenditure and irrecoverable VAT

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to make a payment to a third party, it is probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified under the following activity headings:

Irrecoverable VAT is charged as a cost against the activity for which the expenditure was incurred.

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

1 Accounting policies (continued)

h) Allocation of support costs

Resources expended are allocated to the particular activity where the cost relates directly to that activity. However, the cost of overall direction and administration of each activity, comprising the salary and overhead costs of the central function, is apportioned on the following basis which are an estimate, based on staff time, of the amount attributable to each activity.

Where information about the aims, objectives and projects of the charity is provided to potential beneficiaries, the costs associated with this publicity are allocated to charitable expenditure.

Where such information about the aims, objectives and projects of the charity is also provided to potential donors, activity costs are apportioned between fundraising and charitable activities on the basis of area of literature occupied by each activity.

30% of all costs is the rate for the support and governance costs, which is applied to the total specific project cost. However, depending on the nature of the project and the agreement with the individual funding body, it may fluctuate by +/- 10%.

Governance costs include those costs incurred in the governance ,of the charity's assets and are primarily associated with constitutional and statutory requirements.

i) Leases

Rentals payable under operating leases, including any lease incentives received, are charged as an expense on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease.

j) Tangible fixed assets

Items of equipment are capitalised where the purchase price exceeds £300.

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost, net of depreciation and any impairment losses. Depreciation costs are allocated to activities on the basis of the use of the related assets in those activities. Assets are reviewed for impairment if circumstances indicate their carrying value may exceed their net realisable value and value in use.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

33% straight line 33% straight line 25% straight line

At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).

k) Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Items held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured at the lower of replacement cost and cost.

Net realisable value is the estimated selling price less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be incurred in marketing, selling and distribution.

l) Debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid.

m) Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand and at bank.

n) Creditors

Creditors are recognised where the charity has a present obligation resulting from a past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle the obligation can be measured or estimated reliably. Creditors are normally recognised at their settlement amount.

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

1 Accounting policies (continued)

o) Financial instruments

The charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value.

p) Employee benefits

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee's services are received.

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

q) Retirement benefits

The charity participates in a TPT Retirement Solutions scheme. This is a multi employer defined benefit scheme which is being accounted for as a defined contribution scheme because it is not feasible to identify the charity's share of the scheme's losses. The amounts in creditors are agreed contributions to fund a deficit in the scheme.

2 Income from donations and legacies

Donations and gifts
Legacies
Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme
grant		 Unrestricted
£
15,725
5,627
1,056
 £
-
-
Restricted		 2023
Total
£
15,725
5,627
1,056		 Unrestricted
£
17,286
50,641
5,611		 £
-
-
Restricted		 2022
Total
£
17,286
50,641
5,611
22,408 - 22,408 73,537 - 73,537

3 Income from charitable activities

Sub-total for Advocacy
East End Citizens Advice Bureau
Francis Winham Foundation
Age UK East London
Sub-total for Information and
advice
The National Lottery Community
Fund
Advocacy
Somerset County Council
Information and Advice
Real DPO Ltd.
Ealing Mencap
Westminster Deaf Support Advice
Service
Merton Council
VSCL - Virgin Care Serv Ltd
L B of Bromley		 Unrestricted
£
-
-
-
-
-
99,430
-
-
-		 £
-
21,946
-
49,546
6,912
24,000
-
50,000
5,000
48,718
Restricted		 2023
Total
£
-
21,946
-
49,546
6,912
24,000
99,430
50,000
5,000
48,718		 Unrestricted
£
-
-
-
-
-
99,112
-
-
-		 £
6,479
15,386
130,864
49,546
7,242
24,000
-
50,000
-
48,718
Restricted		 2022
Total
£
6,479
15,386
130,864
49,546
7,242
24,000
99,112
50,000
-
48,718
99,430
-		 206,122
10,423		 305,552
10,423		 99,112
-		 332,234
10,423		 431,346
10,423
- 10,423 10,423 - 10,423 10,423

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

3 Income from charitable activities (continued)

Real DPO Ltd.
Total income from charitable
activities
YouChoose- Community Support
project
Henry Smith Charity
Education, wellbeing, reablement
and life skills
Combined Activities
Sub-total for Combined Activities
Adint Charitable
VSCL - Virgin Care Serv Ltd
Birmingham City Council
Sub-total for Education, wellbeing,
reablement and life skills
Real DPO Ltd.
National Lottery Community Fund
Unrestricted Fund - General
Bath & Somerset Council
VirginCare-IPC
Tower Hamlets CVS
NHS Trust
L B of Hackney
LB of Tower Hamlets
Camden Disability Action
Heart of England
Trust for London
The Real DPO
Peacock Trust
LB of Hammersmith and Fulham
Ealing Council		 Unrestricted
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
6,992
-
43,360
-		 £
206,861
45,214
-
15,295
12,456
15,000
-
30,000
-
14,595
20,651
26,200
Restricted		 2023
Total
£
206,861
45,214
-
15,295
12,456
15,000
6,992
30,000
43,360
14,595
20,651
26,200		 Unrestricted
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
6,970
-
34,453
-
-		 £
165,989
45,214
3,240
-
12,000
15,000
-
35,125
-
14,000
20,652
-
Restricted		 2022
Total
£
165,989
45,214
3,240
-
12,000
15,000
6,970
35,125
34,453
14,000
20,652
-
50,352
-
-
-
-
-
-
13,800
6,419
 386,273
12,478
5,000
2,523
-
-
-
-
460
-		 436,625
12,478
5,000
-
2,523
-
-
13,800
-
460
6,419		 41,423
-
-
-
-
8,000
-
-
-
7,089		 311,220
-
5,000
895
4,206
1,160
-
-
3,500
760
-		 352,643
-
5,000
895
4,206
1,160
8,000
-
3,500
760
7,089
20,219 20,461 40,680 15,089 15,521 30,610
170,001 623,279 793,280 155,625 669,397 825,022

4 Income from investments

Interest Receivable

2023
Total
£
1,215		 2022
Total
£
658
1,215 658

All income from investments is unrestricted.

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

Charitable activities

Staff costs (Note 8)
Project direct costs
Premises Cost
Depreciation
Other premises costs
Administration
Bad debt provision
Audit fees
Legal and professional
Other governance costs
Other fundraising costs
Support costs
Governance costs
Total expenditure 2023
Total expenditure 2022		 Raising
funds
£
33,102
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,235		 Information
and advice
£
269,289
43,797
20,893
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 Advocacy
£
5,084
296
160
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 Education,
wellbeing,
reablement and
life skills
£
226,322
117,673
5,068
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 Combined
Activities
9,304
19,959
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
29,263
3,453
458
33,174
22,480		 Governance
costs
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
11,000
2,448
7,647
-		 Support
costs
£
115,837
-
4,138
4,040
14,686
40,485
-
-
-
-
-		 2023
Total
£
658,939
181,724
30,259
4,040
14,686
40,485
-
11,000
2,448
7,647
1,235		 2022
Total
£
644,375
174,593
34,085
8,358
12,383
32,120
3,664
10,680
48
4,279
1,784
34,337
-
-		 333,979
93,724
11,758		 5,540
3,162
473		 349,062
78,846
8,407		 21,096
-
(21,096)		 179,186
(179,186)
-		 952,463
-
-		 926,369
-
-
34,337 439,461 9,175 436,315 - - 952,463 926,369
39,278 473,144 9,926 381,541 - -

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

5b Analysis of expenditure (prior year)

Charitable activities

Staff costs (Note 8)
Other project (activites) direct
costs
Premises Cost
Depreciation
Other premises costs
Administration
Bad debt provision
Audit fees
Legal and professional
Other governance costs
Other fundraising costs
Support costs
Governance costs
Total expenditure 2022		 Raising
funds
£
37,494
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1,784		 Information
and advice
£
278,859
53,635
23,875
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 Advocacy
£
5,873
288
180
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 Education,
wellbeing,
reablement and
life skills
£
189,947
105,971
5,547
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 Combined
Activities
3,636
14,699
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
18,335
3,983
162
22,480		 Governance
costs
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
10,680
48
4,279
-		 Support
costs
2022 Total
£
£
128,566
644,375
-
174,593
4,483
34,085
8,358
8,358
12,383
12,383
32,120
32,120
3,664
3,664
-
10,680
-
48
-
4,279
-
1,784
189,574
926,369
(189,574)
-
-
-
-
926,369
39,278
-
-		 356,369
107,604
9,171		 6,341
3,225
360		 301,465
74,762
5,314		 15,007
-
(15,007)
39,278 473,144 9,926 381,541 -

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

This is stated after charging / (crediting):

This is stated after charging / (crediting):
2023 2022
£ £
Depreciation 4,040 8,358
Operating lease rentals payable:
Property 17,265 17,265
Equipment 3,396 3,396
Auditor's remuneration (excluding VAT):
Audit 10,230 8,900

Trustees' expenses represents the payment or reimbursement of travel and subsistence costs totalling £767 incurred by members (6 trustees) relating to attendance at meetings of the trustees. Trustee expenses was £139 in 2021/22 incurred by 2 trustees.

8 Analysis of staff costs, trustee remuneration, and the cost of key management personnel

Staff costs were as follows:

Staff costs were as follows:
Salaries and wages
Social security costs
Other pension costs
Redundancy and termination costs		 2023
£
610,933
-
40,910
7,096		 2022
£
599,172
245
36,226
8,732
658,939 644,375

The redundancy and termination costs were settled and paid after the balance sheet date on 03/04/2023.

No employee earned more than £60,000 during the year (2022: nil).

Total emoluments to key management personnel during the year amounted to £99,892 (2022: £108,092) which relates to 4 staff (CEO/New CEO, Head of Finance, and Operation Manager (2022: 3).

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

9 Staff numbers

The average number of employees (head count based on number of staff employed) during the year was 41 (2022: 22).

Staff are split across the activities of the charity as follows (full time equivalent basis):

Support
Information and advice
Combined Activities
Raising funds
Advocacy
Education, wellbeing, reablement and lifeskills		 2023
No.
4.0
15.0
6.0
7.0
2.0
5.0		 2022
No.
1
10
1
6
1
4
39 22

10 Related party transactions

There are no related party transactions to disclose for this financial year (2023: none).

Aggregate donations from related parties were £Nil (2023: £Nil).

11 Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax as all its income is charitable and is applied for charitable purposes.

12 Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets
Charge for the year
Depreciation
Cost
At the end of the year
At the start of the year
Additions in year
At the start of the year
At the end of the year
Net book value
At the end of the year
At the start of the year		 Fixtures and
fittings
£
199,884
-		 Computers
£
25,368
3,797		 Motor
vehicles
£
58,051
-		 Total
£
283,303
3,797
199,884 29,165 58,051 287,100
199,863
21		 19,286
4,019		 58,051
-		 277,200
4,040
199,884 23,305 58,051 281,240
- 5,860 - 5,860
21 6,082 - 6,103

All of the above assets are used for charitable purposes.

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

For the year ended 31st March 2023
13
14
15
Stock
Debtors
Finished goods and goods for resale
Other taxation and social security
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Accruals and deferred income (note 16)
Trade creditors
Other creditors
Pension creditor
Trade debtors
Other debtors
Prepayments and accrued income		 2023
£
10,013		 2022
£
8,292
10,013 8,292
2023
£
35,992
5,026
20,851		 2022
£
7,350
5,520
66,335
61,868 79,205
2023
£
8,017
8,667
1,588
552
43,571		 2022
£
9,681
30,835
898
6,622
60,276
62,395 108,312

16 Deferred income

Balance at the beginning of the year
Amount released to income in the year
Amount deferred in the year
Balance at the end of the year		 2023
£
13,100
(13,100)
13,100		 2022
£
43,386
(43,386)
13,100
13,100 13,100

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

Creditors: amounts falling due after one year
Pension creditor 2023
£
12,140		 2022
£
85,895
12,140 85,895

As disclosed in note 1q to the financial statements, the amounts in creditors are agreed contributions to fund a deficit in the scheme. The agreed contributions relate to a period of three years. £552 is included in creditors due in less than one year (note 15). (2022: £6,622).

18 Pension scheme

Scheme TPT retirement solutions - The Growth Plan

The company participates in the scheme, a multi-employer scheme which provides benefits to some 638 non-associated participating employers. The scheme is a defined benefit scheme in the UK. It is not possible for the company to obtain sufficient information to enable it to account for the scheme as a defined benefit scheme. Therefore it accounts for the scheme as a defined contribution scheme.

The scheme is subject to the funding legislation outlined in the Pensions Act 2004 which came into force on 30 December 2005. This, together with documents issued by the Pensions Regulator and Technical Actuarial Standards issued by the Financial Reporting Council, set out the framework for funding defined benefit occupational pension schemes in the UK.

The scheme is classified as a 'last-man standing arrangement'. Therefore the company is potentially liable for other participating employers' obligations if those employers are unable to meet their share of the scheme deficit following withdrawal from the scheme. Participating employers are legally required to meet their share of the scheme deficit on an annuity purchase basis on withdrawal from the scheme.

A full actuarial valuation for the scheme was carried out at 30 September 2020. This valuation showed assets of £800.3m, liabilities of £831.9m and a deficit of £31.6m. To eliminate this funding shortfall, the Trustee has asked the participating employers to pay additional contributions to the scheme as follows:

19 Financial instruments

2023 2022
£ £
Financial liabilities measured at fair value through profit or loss
Pension creditor 12,692 18,762

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

20a Analysis of net assets between funds (current year)

Analysis of net assets between funds (current year)
Net assets at 31 March 2023
Tangible assets
Long term liabilities
Current assets		 General
unrestricted
£
5,860
188,342
(12,140)		 Designated
£
-
2,124
-		 Restricted
£
-
219,017
-		 Total funds
£
5,860
409,483
(12,140)
182,062 2,124 219,017 403,203

20b Analysis of net assets between funds (prior year)

Total restricted funds
Total designated funds
General funds
Other restricted funds
Long term liabilities
Movements in funds (current year)
Restricted funds:
Charitable activities
Net assets at 31 March 2022
Total unrestricted funds
Deaf access
Unrestricted funds:
Designated funds:
MAS Van appeal
Bromley Xmas Appeal
Combined
Information and advice
Advocacy
Education
Tangible assets
Current assets
Total funds		 At 1 April
2022
£
188,777
5,517
99,821
4,516
8,736
1,435		 General
unrestricted
£
6,103
233,876
(12,140)		 Designated
£
-
2,124
-		 Restricted
£
-
308,801
-		 Total funds
£
6,103
544,801
(12,140)
227,839 2,124 308,801 538,763
Income &
gains
£
206,122
10,423
386,273
20,461
-
-		 Expenditure
& losses
£
(316,957)
(9,283)
(366,170)
(16,856)
-
-		 Transfers
£
(1,333)
-
(2,464)
-
-
-		 At 31 March
2023
£
76,609
6,657
117,460
8,121
8,736
1,435
308,801 623,279 (709,266) (3,797) 219,017
2,124 - - - 2,124
2,124 - - - 2,124
227,838 193,624 (243,198) 3,797 182,062
229,962 193,624 (243,198) 3,797 184,186
538,763 816,903 (952,463) - 403,203

21a Movements in funds (current year)

The narrative to explain the purpose of each fund is given at the foot of the note below.

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

Total restricted funds
Total designated funds
General funds
Restricted funds:
Deaf access
Total funds
Unrestricted funds:
Charitable activities
Information and advice
Combined
Advocacy
Education
Other restricted funds
MAS Van appeal
Total unrestricted funds
Designated funds:
Bromley Xmas Appeal		 At 1 April
2021
£
201,120
4,674
92,750
7,623
8,736
1,564		 Income &
gains
£
332,234
10,423
311,220
15,521
-
-		 Expenditure
& losses
£
(343,694)
(9,580)
(303,440)
(18,142)
-
-		 Transfers
£
(884)
-
(709)
(486)
-
(129)		 At March 31
2022
£
188,777
5,517
99,821
4,516
8,736
1,435
316,467 669,397 (674,856) (2,208) 308,801
2,124 - - - 2,124
2,124 - - - 2,124
180,191 229,820 (184,380) 2,208 227,839
182,315 229,820 (184,380) 2,208 229,963
498,782 899,217 (859,236) - 538,763

Purposes of restricted funds

Information & Advice

Funding provided to enable deafPLUS to support deaf and visually impaired clients with-improved access to information, helping service users realise their legal and civil rights, responsibilities and entitlements. The funding is used to provide drop-in sessions and pre-arranged appointments where advisors can provide confidential information, advice and guidance to service users.

Advocacy Services

Funding received provides deaf and hard of hearing people with advice and support, such as:

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Notes to the financial statements

For the year ended 31st March 2023

Purposes of restricted funds (continued)

Education, Wellbeing, Reablement and Life skills

Funding received to provide Lipreading classes where a qualified lip reading tutor provides service users with structured support to improve their lipreading skills. Funding is also used to provide other activities and workshops, such as opportunities for users to participate in drama workshops, visits to galleries and other social activities designed to overcome social isolation and encourage healthy lifestyles.

Combined

Except for one agreement, all funding has been provided for responding to the challenges of the Coronavirus Pandemic. Such funding enabled deafPLUS to enhance its services in all projects. Besides these fundings there was another fund for staff training, who work for different projects.

MAS Van appeal

Funding received for the replacement and refurbishment of the mobile advice service vehicles.

Deaf access

Deaf access was the Bromley-based deaf charity DeafPLUS took over in January 2016. Their staff, assets and reserves were all transferred to DeafPLUS, and the branch is now part of the DeafPLUS network.

Restricted Legacy

The restricted legacy was given specifically for the purpose of activities carried out in the Bath area.

Transfers

The transfers relate to bringing additional funds into restricted funds to cover expenditure.

Purposes of designated funds

Funds earmarked from the Bromley Xmas Appeal have been designated for use by the Bromley office.

22 Operating lease commitments payable as a lessee

The charity's total future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases is as follows for each of the following periods

each of the following periods
Less than one year
One to five years		 2023
2022
£
£
19,600
4,900
53,900
88,200
73,500
93,100
Property		 2023
2022
£
£
667
838
1,501
2,558
2,168
3,396
Equipment
73,500 93,100 2,168 3,396

23 Legal status of the charity

The charity is a company limited by guarantee and has no share capital. The liability of each member in the event of winding up is limited to £1.

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