Charity Registration Number. 1076322
Dalton CommunityAssociation
Financial Statements
Forthe Year Ending
31" March 2024
Knox Accountants Limited
6 Bath Street
Barrow in Furness
Cumbria
LA14 1LZ

Dalton Community Association
Trustees. Annual Report
Year Ended 31° March 2024
The trustees present their report and the financial statements of the charity for the year
ended 31st March 2024.
Objectives and Activities
The objects of the Association shall be:_
To promote the benefrt of the inhabitants of Dalton Town and surrounding area (see
appendix for details) of Dalton-in-Furness (hereinafter called the 'area of benefit,)
without distinction of sex or of political, religious or other opinions by associating the
local authorities. voluntary organisations and inhabitants in a common efft)rt to
advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for
recreation and leisure-time occupation with the objects of improving the conditions
of life for the said inhabitants.
b)
To establish orto secure the establishment of a Community Centre (hereinafter called
'the centre,) and to maintain and manage, or to cooperate with any local statutory
authority in the maintenance and management of such a Centre for activities
promoted by the Association and its constituent bodies in furtherance of the above
objertives.
Achievements and Perforniance
This past year has been one of significant attivity and achievement for Dalton Community
Association. We are immensely grateful for the ongoing support we receive from a variety of
organisations through grant funding and donations. This valuable assistance has enabled us
to continue our work and invest in the improvements and services offered at our centre. I
would in particular like to mention:_
Sir John Fisher Foundation- a grant of £5.000 towards repairing the hall floor and the much-
needed building work at the back of the building
Cumbria Community Foundation for their assistance towards the cost of the hall floor
replacement with a grant of £1,700.00. They also supported us with a fvrther grant of £1,895
towards the cost of two 'detached ' youth workers.
Furness Building Society- £500 towards the hall floor replacement
Thank you too to Cllr Ben Shirley for his 8enerous donation of £500towards the development
of our Sensory room.

Dalton Community Association
Truste￿ Annual Report
Year Ended 31° March 2024
Achievements and PerfOrrnan￿ (convd)
Governance and Poliaes
As part of our commitmentto maintaining high standards in governance, the Board undertook
a comprehensive review of all our policies. A key development this year was the creation of
a Lockdown Policy, which further strengthens our p￿parednesS and response to potential
emergencies.
Health and Safety
Ensuring the health and safety of our ￿ntre users has remained a top priority. We conducted
several key assessments and tests to ensure the centre's compliance with safety regulations:
Legionella Risk Assessment - completed to mitigate potential health risks relation to
water systems
5-year Fixed Wire Test-conducted to ensure the safety of our electrical installations
Gas Safety Check- performed to guarantee the safety of our gas appliances
Emergency Lighting- regular monthly tests
Fire alarm tests- on a weekly basis
Defibrillator checks
monthly checks to ensure the defibrillator is linked to the
national network
Trustee Appointments
We welcomed to the Board Cllr Tony Callister and Martin McLeavy on the 1st April 2023 and
Ms Claire Stainton in September 2023. Their expertise and commitment have already had a
positive impact and we look forward to working with them to further our mission.
Centre Maintenance and Improvement5
Over the past year we have made significant strides in improving the facilities at the centre.
Repairs and maintenance were a major focus. driven by our goal of providing an optimal
environment for our users. Notable projects included:
Replacement of Emergency Lights to ensure the safety of the buildin8 during
emergencies
Repointing and Replacement of Lintels- the work have been completed on the back
of the centre to improve the structural integrity-
Flat Roof Repairs
Essential maintenance to address and prevent further water
ingress and ensure the buildinls longevity
Installation of Infra-red Water Heaters
heating efficiency.
Carpet Cleaning - a thorough cleaning of the carpets in the reception area and East
Wing were done to maintain hygiene and comfort for all users and visitors.
two heaters installed to improve water

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Truste￿ Annual Report
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Achievements and Perf0m￿nCe {conVd)
New Centre Users
We were delishted to welcome several new users to the centre. reflecting the growing and
increasing demand for our facilities. These include:
Age UK Ltd
Dalton Medical Centre
Westmorland and Furness Council
Family Hub
These partnerships align with our vision to offer diverse and valuable servicer5 to the local
community.
Community Engagement and Training
A highlight of the year was the delivery of a highly successful Suicide Prevention course,
facilitated byshaun Blezard, the Suicide Safer Communities Coordinator. The course was well-
received and made a meaningful impact on participants, underscoring our commitment to
mentsl health support and education within the community.
Addressing Antl-social Behavlour
Unfortunately• we have experienced an increase in anti-social behaviour over the past 18
months. Incidents have included damage to the furniture and IT equipment in the reception
area and Libraryi verbal abuse towards staff and the misuse of fire extinguishers. These
matters were formally rdised in a letter to the Fire and Police Crime Commissioner, who
responded by investigating the issues and tsking appropriate measures to address them.
Sensory Room Development
Thanks to funding from The Co-op. we were able to purchase equipment for our new to be
developed Sensory Room. This space will offer a calming and therapeutic environment for
users. particularly benefitting those with Sensory processing challenges.
Trustees and Staff
We said goodbye to Brenda Walker. Centre Manager in April 2023 and welcomed Cathy Corn
as Centre Manager. Unfortunately, due to health issues, Cathy was forced to resigned in
March 2024. 1 would like to give my personal thanks to Cathy for her commitment. help and
support given to me in particular during her time with the Dalton Community Association.
Two clean-up days were organised, with the help of the Trustee5. These days resulted in much
needed painting of corridors and sprucing up of the kitchen and toilet facilities, contributing
to the upkeep and cleanliness of the centre.

Dalton Community Association
Trustees. Annual Report
Year Ended 31" March 2024
Achievements and Performance {conVd)
It would be remiss of me not to acknowledge the support I have re￿iVed from the Board. Thank you
to all the trustees for their help and support. If I may I would like to single out lan Maddox and John
McGill who On￿ again have been pillars of support over the last 12 months.
The DCA'S financial position remains posibve, and ourTreasurer Brian Ryninks remains instrumentsl in
supporting the Ttustees.
As we look forward to the coming year, we remain committed to improving the facilities and service
we offer. fostering a safe and welcoming environment for all. We thank everyone involved. our
Trustees, stsff. volunteers. and supporters for their continued dedication and hard work. With your
support we will continue to serve our community to the best of our ability.
Flnancial Review
The trustees are satisfied that the Charity has adequate reserves to continue its work for the
next twelve months.
Reserves Policy
The DCA follows the guidance of the Charity Commission by seeking to maintain adequate
resep4es to meet the commitments of the charity totslling £34,000.
Plans for future
The maintenance of the building remains our highest priority. The flat roof above the kitchen
and storeroom will have to be repla￿d and currently funding applications are in the process
of being developed. In the next few months, a new sensory room will be developed to be
Used by organisations and individuals that require specialist stimulation.
Structure. Governan￿ and Management
Dalton Community Assoaation is a charity governed under a constitution.
Appointment of Trustees
Trustees who are elected at the Annual General Meeting, are appointed to the Board following
nomination by member organisations or are co-opted by the Trustee Board. (Appointment of
nominated or co-opted Trustees is agreed at any ordinary meeting of the Board.)
Recruitment. induction and training of trustees
The Trustee Board acttvely seeks out new Trustees as appropriate to ensure the Board has the
most useful skill mix possible and is representative of the local community.
All trustees are expected to be committed to the aims and principles of Dalton Community
Assoctation and be willing to take an active role in the governance of the Association

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Trustees. Annual Report
Year Ended 31° March 2024
Recruitment, induction and training of trustees (convd)
Association. Trustees are selected on the basis of the expertise and experience they might
bring to the organisation. All new Trustees are made aware of the structure, aims and
principles of Dalton CommunityAssociation, legal obligations undercharity law, the objectives
and activities of Dalton Community Association and current business and development plans.
Organisation structure and networks
Dalton Community Association is governed bythe Board of Trustees. The Board is responsible
for setting the strategic direction of the organisation and has ultimate responsibility for the
conduct of Dalton Community Association and for ensuring that the charity Satisfies its legal
and contractual obligation5. Board meetings are held monthly with additional meetings as
necessary. Non-Trustee members may be co-opted to attend meetings for a specific expertise
they bring for time limited periods.
Operations management of Dalton Community Association is delegated to the Chair of the
Board. who works closely with the Centre Manager to ensure delivery of all services
Risk Policy
The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed and are satisfied
that systems are in place, so timely action is taken to miiigate exposure to those risks.
The major risk to the organisation is the risk of an unforeseen large building repair. The
building is the main asset of the charity and the reason for the existence of the Dalton
Community Association and can be a significant drain the on financial resources.
Internal risks are minimised by the implementation of procedures for authorisation of 311
transactions and projects and to ensure consistent quality of delivery for all operational
aspects of the charity. These procedures are periodic311y reviewed by the trustees and staff
to ensure they still meet the needs of the charity.

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Trustees, Annual Report
Year Ended 31° March 2024
Reference and Administrative Detsils
Registered tharity name
Dalton Community Association
Charity registration number
1076322
Principal office and registered office
21 Nelson Street
Dafton in Furne55
Cumbria
LA15 8AF
Mrs W Robinson
Mr B Doughty
Mr l Maddox
Mr R Willock
Mr Dward
Mr N Perie
Mr. S Nott
MrsA Thurlow
Mrs S Johnson
Mr J McGill
Mr G Smith {Resigned 01.04.2023)
Mr. A Callister (Appointed 01.04.2023)
M McLeavy {Appointed 01.04.2023:
Resigned 22.02.2024)
Ms C Stainton (Appointed 24.10.2023)
Mr B Ryninks
The Trustees
Treasurer
Audltor5
Knox Accountants Limited
6 Bath Street
Barrow in Furness
LA14 ILZ
Bankers
Natwest Bank
Dalton Road
Barrow in Furness
LA14 IWY
The Trustees. Annual Report was approved on 26 September 2024 and signed on behalf of
the board of trustees by:_
Mrs W Robinson - Chair

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Chari
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Financial Statements
for the
ear ended
31 March 2024
Stotement of financialArtivities
fincorporating the Income & Expendlture Account)
for the y& 31 Marth ZQZ4
2024
Restrirted Unrestrrcted T￿1
Funds
Funds
Funds
2023
Total
Funds
Restrirted Unrestricted
Funds
Funds
Charlty Opw•thns
Income
Sundry Income
Grants for Projects
8J63 8.863
9.095
7571
7.571
15.514
1.369
5.796
4503
15514
Donations
IA54
Cadets
Police
Youth Work
Ltbrdry
Chlldren's Centse
True Life Church
Grants/ Awards
Income from Restrirted Funds
Income from Electriclty Grid
5.7%
430
3.E
3.760
3.7f
3.4eiJ 3A60
2,5CQ
4,895
2224 2.224
359￿ 44595
15514
39,128 54,642
Expenditure
Broadband & Telephone
859
859
735
735
970
1,069
14,046
1.769
919
L639
2.220
3.657
2,751
650
3ml
Repairs
aeaning Ind Materials & EquipFnEnt
Salaries
Inwrance
970
17.224
17.224
L883 1.883
14,016
L769
919
1.639
2,220
Water
Gas
Electridty
Projects
Chaw from Unresticted
External Building & Roof Repairs
ghtin& Buildin& F&F, EqUIp￿￿Trt
Banner51 SI￿%} Pictu￿$
Miscellaneous
Transfer to Unre￿ritted
Independent Examiner
L553
1,732
I￿53
1.732
3.657
2.751
726
726
132
6J87
3,081
387
2.617
1617
2,144
144
34.355 43A54
8552
).IyJ4 38,556
L145
L141
6.962
9.123
16,Q85
6.962
fQ.996
67,958
51.873
51373
FUNDS at the end ofthe YEAA
61142 69.1(Ml
6?62
.￿ 67,958
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Assodatlon
Chari
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Financlal Statements
for the ear ended
31 March 2024
Statement olFlnoncialPosition (Balan￿sheetJ
as at 31 Marth 2024
Building
Accouiits ReceNable
Prepayments
IA69
L364
1552
L622
3233
Petty Cash
Bank Acc<>unts- Unrestri¢
Bank Accounts. Restricted
156
64522
0.432
7L636
61529
Current L*bilities
Restricted Funds Received sn Advan
Creditors
69.101
67.958
RESERVES
Restrfcted
6962
69,￿1
67258
TOTAL FUNDS
69,101
These fin3noal statements were appriyded bylhe Tru5tee5 and auth(Kbed fori59Je
al￿ are sI￿d orb their beh21r
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Notes to the ￿nancIalStaternents
Income
Expen(IbJre
third parties itis probaj1ethatthe5eth7￿￿Ill be required and the a)wurtof the0bl1￿1￿I ￿ be m￿red refiably.
Fund A¢counikn8
Taxatlon
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Balano brought for4rdrd
Received
Transfèrred to another Grarrt
Balance tarried foTh¥ard
-503
Balance broughtforward
Rettived
Utili5ed during the year
Balance c3rried forward
4367
-1.495
1.704
-Ll68
3,199
Balance brou8ht forward
Re￿iVed
Uultsed durlng the year
BalarKe carriÈd forward
659
&9
uterTralnl
Balance brO￿ltfo￿3rd
Received
utilised durlngthe year
Balan￿ carrled forwaFrl
Youth Worker
Balance broughtforward
Receivèd
Utlllsed durin8 the year
Balance carried fon￿ard
1.703
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Balance broughtfonyard
TraTtsfer from anotherGrant/ Recei¥ed in Advab)ce
Utilised durlng the year
Balance orr*d forward
L725
977
-2,702
htin
and Wideo
Balance bro￿tfOr￿￿OI￿
Recelved
iltlllsed du¥ln8the year
Balance cathed forward
.L39)
Ho]ida
Balance brought foTh¥ard
Transferto anotherGrant l Received in PAlvance
utilised during the year
Balance (arr￿d fomyd
-599
Coffee Club
Balan¢¢ brou8htfgrwanl
Uttltsed durfing the year
Balance carried forward
Hall Floor
Baknce brO￿tforWard
Re￿Ived
Utilised durin8 the yèar
Balance carried for*drd
2,911
htin
Balance brou8htfonvard
Received
utlllsed durtnE the year
Balan￿ Cafrled forward
3x113
.2373
Balance broU￿t foThward
Recerrfed
Utlllsed durfn8the year
Balance carrFed forward
Total Resirlcied Funds
6958
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totrlling £34.(m.
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