Charty Registration Number: 1076322
Dalton Community Association
Trustees'Annual Report
Year Ended 31" March 2025
Dalton CommunityAssociation
Financial Statements
For the Year Ending
31" March 2025
Knox Accountants Ltd
6 Bath Street
Barrow in Furness
Cumbria
LA14 1LZ

Dalton Community Association
Trustees, Annual Report
Year Ended 31st March 2025
The trustees present their report and the financial statements of the charity for the year
ended 31st March 2025.
Objectives and Activities
The objectives of the Association are:_
To promote the benefft 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 effort to
advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for
recreation and leisur&time occupation with the objects of improving the conditions
of life for the said inhabitants.
b)
To establish orto securethe establishment of a Community Centre (hereinafter called
'the centre.) and to maintain and manase, or to cooperate with any local statutory
authority in the maintenance and management of such a Centre for artivities
promoted by the Association and its constituent bodies in furtherance of the above
objectives.
Achievements and Performance
This past year has been one of significant activity and achievement for Dalton Community
Association. We remain deeply grateful for the continued support we receive through grants,
partnerships and donations, all of which enable us to enhance our services and maintain the
Centre to a high standard.
Special thanks are extended to:
The Family Hub. who donated attelevision for use in the King's Own Suite and was particularly
welcomed by the youngsters from the Youth Club
The Family Hub for awarding a £IO,O(Kl grant towards investigative work for the installation
of a lift, Supporting our goal of making the Centre fully accessible.
The Westmorland and Fumess Counal (Library department) for providing new reception
furniture.
Reliacare for donating six armrest chairs for use in the main hall- greatly appreciated by our
elderly users.
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Achievements and Performance (cont'd)
Barrow Rotary for their generous contribution towards initiatives addressing antisocial
behaviour.
Governance and Poliaes
The Trustee Board remains committed to robust 8overnance Practi￿5. Policies continue t be
reviewed regularly to ensure compliance and suitability.
Health and Safety
Ensuring the health and safety of Centre users and staff remains a priority. Key assessments
and inspections completed this year include:
Electric Installation Inspection (EICR).
Energy Performance Survey
Trustee Appointments
We were pleased to welcome Barry Curley and Beverly Louw to the Board on 27th February
2025. Their expertise is already provin8 invaluable.
We also extend our sincere thanks to Claire Stainton. Ann Thurlow and Anthony Callister for
their dedication and contribution during their time as Trustees.
Centre Maintenance and Improvements
Improving the quality, safety and accessibility of our facilities remained a major focus for the
year. Key developments included:
Replacement of water heaters in the East Wing and the kitchen
Improved intemet connectivity through the installation of fibre broadband
Implementation of internet banking
Replacement of the main hall floor dueto unevenness and health and safety concerns
Installation of a bespoke storage cupboard in the East Wing for the Crafters Group
Delivery of youth outreach work during half term and summer holidays, funded by the
Cumbria Community Foundation (providing 4 hours per day 2 days per week)
New Centre Users
We were delighted to welcome a number of new groups to the Centre this year, demonstrating
growing interest in our frdcilities. These include:
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Trustees, Annual Report
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Achievements and Perforniance (convd)
Looking Good, Feeling Great
Shindig
Pegasus Group
Ncompass
Pupil Referral Service
Boxercise
Community Inte8rated Care
These partnerships support our mission to offer a diverse range of valuable services to the
local community.
Community Engagement
A highlight of the year was the D-Day Celebration Afternoon Tea, held on the 6th June. 40
community members attended and enjoyed home-made cakes, savoury treats, sandwiches
1940s music to mark the occasion. The warm and positive feedback received reflects the value
of such community events.
Addressing Anti-social Behaviour
Anti-social behaviour in the vicinity has unfortunately increased over the past year. A meeting
involving Dalton Community Association. Cumbria Police, and Westmorland and Furnes5
Library Servicetook place in December. While a fonnal plan is still in development, discussions
are ongoing and measures are being explored to deter negative behaviour around the Centre.
Lift Projert/Sens0ry Room Development
The £IO,(X]O grant from the Family Hub enabled us to begin investigative work on the
Installation of a lift to improv fir5t-floor accessibility. Architect Chris Bugler presented initial
designs to the Board in July 2024. The estimated project cost is approximately £260.000
including VAT. The Board anticipates securing funding through grants and fundraising
activities, with the aim of completing the project within the next 5 years.
Staff
We welcomed Nichola Baker as the new Centre Manager in May 2024; she resigned on 9th
January 2025. A recruitment process followed, resulting in the appointment of Shannen May
who commenced employment on the 1st April 2025.
A Centre clean-up day was organised, with support of the Trustees leading to much-needed
painting of corridors and sprucing up of the kttchen and toilet facilities.
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Achievements and Performance (convd)
It would be remiss of me not to acknowledge the support I have ￿￿1Ved 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 once again have been pillars of support overthe last 12 month5.
The DCA'S financial position remains posltive, and our Treasurer Brian Ryntnks remains instrumental in
supporting the financial management of the Association.
As we look ahead, we remain focused on enhancing our facilities. strengthening community
engagement and promoting a safe, inclusive environment.
Financial Review
.The Trustees are satisfied that the Charity holds sufficient reserves to continue its operations
for the next twelve months.
Reserves Policy
The DCA follows Charity Commission guidance and aims to maintain reserves of £34.000 to
meet ongoing commitments.
Plans for future
The maintenance of the building continues to be our hF8hest priority. Recent investigation5
confirmed that full replacement of the flat roof not required, as the issue identified has now
been resolved. stopping the long-term water ingress.
Oue next focus is replacing the wooden floor in the entrance hall which has begun to buckle.
Structure. Governance and Management
Appointment of Trustees
Dalton Community Association is a charity governed under a constitution Trustees who are
elected at the Annual General Meetin& 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 actively seeks out new Trustees as appropriate to ensure the Board has the
most useful skill mix possible and is representative of the local communty.
All trustees are expetted to be cotnmitted to the aims and principles of Dalton Community
Association and be willing to take an attive role in the governance of the Association.
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Recruitment. induction and training of trustees (convd)
Trustees are selected on the basis of the expertise and experience they might bring to the
or8anisation. All newTrustees are made aware of the structure. aims and principles of Dalton
Community Association. legal obligations under charity law, the objectives and activitie5 Qf
Dalton Community Association and current business and development plans.
Organisation structure and networks
Dalton Community Association is governed by the Board of Trustees. The Board is responsible
for setting the strategic direction of the organi53tion and has ultimate responsibility for the
conduct of Dalton Community Association and for ensuring that the charity satisfies its legal
and contractual obligations. Board meetings are held monthly with additional meetings as
necessary. Non-Trustee members may be co-opted to attend meeiings 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 tsken to mitigate 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 all
transactions and projects and to ensure consistent quality of delivery for all operational
aspects of the charity. These procedure5 are periodically reviewed by the trustees and staff
to ensure they still meet the needs of the charity.
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Reference and Administrative Details
Registered charity name
Dalton Community Association
Charity registration number
1076322
Principal office and registered office
21 Nelson Street
Dalton in Furness
Cumbria
LA15 8AF
The Trustees
Mrs W Robinson
Mr B Doughty
Mr l Maddox
Mr R Willock
Mr D Ward
Mr N Perie
Mr. S Nott
Mrs A Thurlow (Resigned (01.11.2024)
Mrs S Johnson
Mr J McGill
Mr. A Calli5ter (Resigned 25.01.2025) C Stainton
Mrs Beverly Louw (Appointed 27.02.2025)
Mr Barry Curly (Appointed 27.02.2025}
Treasurer
Mr B Ryninks
Auditors
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 27th November 2025 and signed on behalf of
the board of trustees by:_
Mrs W Robinson - thair
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Finanaal Statements
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Independent Examinerfs Report
Statement of Financial Activitses
ststement of Financial Position
Notes to the Financial SLitements
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Financial Statements
for the
ear ended
31 March 2025
Statement of FlnondalArtivibes
(incorporotinq the Incorne & Expenditure Account)
fof theye< 31 Pblarch 21725
Restritt￿ Unrestricted Tot31
Funds
FuThts
Fu
Sundry Incolne
Grants for Proiecis
14.714
14.n4
s￿63
8.863
9A195
1.752
L752
5.796 5.
4.￿j 4￿1
Cadets
Poli
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Library
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True Life Church
4.8
5.(M)4 5.(XM
3.f
3,760
2.224
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3,7fil
38.054 39.554
355W 44.595
Expenditure
Broadband &Telepl
Repairs
Cleanlrg Ind MateFFals & Equipment
Salaries
Insuran
859
859
964
17.224
16.446 16,446
3.641
1641
1.485 1,485
1640 2,640
ZS53
2553
6216
17.224
Ga5
I￿53
L732
1.553
1.732
Exiemal Building & Roof Repairs
RhIfi￿ ￿lIdE￿ F&F. Eoulpmert
Banner5J Signs J Pictures
946
726
132
3g7 6.387
12
726
7,615
6P17
7.615
6,017
Hall Ho)r
Release of accruats rn longer reqvFfE
Independent Examiner
43.554 49,770
34.355
43N54
4.716
-10.216
1.145
L141
61142 69,IC(J
flJ,W 67,958
FUNDS atthe @nd of theYEAR
1242
56.f•t2 $8.884
61142
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Financial 5tstemenlS
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Statement oAFinqnaalPositi"on (Bolance5heet)
asat
374
1743
Prepayments
3.117
L622
Petty Cash
57.196
Z242
64522
59567
7L636
Creditors
3.763
3.763
69.￿1
583
RESERVES
2.242
1 5&679 61143
5&921
s9.￿1
TOTAL FUND5
54921
.101
These finanaal statementswere approved byth@ Tn￿tee5 and autho￿ fN IS￿
and are 5*ned OD thwbehalfby:
2711j1￿
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No. 1076322
Financial Ststements
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31 Marth ZOZ5
Notes to the Finandalstatements
Fund Paoui)IloE
2 PA￿ldIng
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Lunch aub
B31arKe brTh¥htforward
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utilised during￿ year
Balan￿ carried fw¥d
.L704
L7(
Youth Worker
Bala1￿ brou8htfrrfward
L703
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Balance carried fo￿ard
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L703
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31 Marth 2025
Notes to the Finonu"al Stotements
contlnued
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Balan￿ broughtfOr￿dr￿
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utilised during the year
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utilised during the year
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3J)13
-2.3T3
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Re￿ived
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243
6958
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