Company registration number.. 03420867 Charity registration number.. 1080543 Routeways Centre Limited (A company limited by guarantee) Annual Report and Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 WESTCOTTS CHAR TEFtED ACCOUPJTAIITS & •US114E$S AOVtsir¢s *AÉHTQYD4• 2011212025 COMPANIES HOUSE A12
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Routeways Centre Limited Contents Reference and Administrative Details Trustees, Report 2to11 Independent Examinefs Report 12 Statement of Financial Activities 13 Balance Sheet 14 Statement of Cash Flows 15 Notes to the Finanaal Statements 18to25
Routeways Centre Limited Reference and Administrative Details Chairnian Mr N J Holman Trustoes Mrs L. Ward Mr S J Lawrie Cilr G Jordan Mr N J Holman Mr R Adamson, and Chief Executive Officer Secmtary ChaTIty Reglstratlon Number 1080543 Company Reglstratlon Number 03420867 Reglstered Office Devonporl Parf( Activity Centre Devonport Park Fore Street Plymouth England PL14BU Indepondent Examiner Matthew Keane FCCA Wesl¢otts (SW) LLP Plym House 3 Longbridge Road Plymouth Marsh Mllls Oevon PL6 8LT Page 1
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees. Report The trustees, who are directors for the purposes of company law, present the annual Teport together with the financial statements and auditors, report of the charitable company for the year ended 31 March 2025. Purposè and aims Our charity's purposes are set out in the companls memorandum and articles of association. The charity is for the benefit ol persons resident within the South West P8nlnsula, including Cornwall. Devon, Dorset and Somerset (defined as area of benefit). The charity's objects and principal activities are.. The relief of unernploymenl for the public benefit in such ways as may be thought fit. including assistsnce lo find employment. To act as a resource for children, young people and families living in the area of benefit by providing advice. professional 5UPPOrt and assistance and organising programm8s of physical, educational and other activities as a means of= (al advanclng In Ilfe and helplnp Children. young peopl8 and families by developing Ihelr skllls. capacities and capabilities lo enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals: (b) advancing education: (c) reduclng and preventing rlsk taking behavlour such as substance mlsuse, teenage c<)nceplion, anti-social and criminal behaviour; (d) providing recreational and leisure time activty in the interests of social welfare for people living in the area of benefit, who have need by reason of their youth. age, infirmity or disability. povety or soclal and 8¢onomlc clrcumstances, with a view to improving the conditions ol life of such persons. The aims of our charity are lo support children, young people, families, individuals, and communitles who are at risk of social exclusion or disadvantsge by helping people to help themselves to overcome the barriers that prevent them from living life to their full potential. Ensurlng wo dellv•r our alms We review our aim5, objedives and aGtivities regularly. Th8 ieviews look at the serVIS we deliver. what we have achieved in support of our objeclives and the people we help. The review helps us to ensure thal we remain focussed on our purpose in our planning. We actively engage clients in developing our work and exploring needs. This year we introduced a database to monitor our work. this has greatly Improved access to infomatlon for all staff and management and has imwovod our ability to meet the needs of our clients. The focus of our work The main objectlves of the year were: Supporting people into education, tralnin9, and employment. Developing the skills of disabled chIldn and young people to improve life chances. Support for children and young people with autistic spe¢tnJm Conditions. Enhancing family well-being by providing respite and short breaks for disabled children and support for young people with mental health issues. Page 2
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees. Report Helping people to cope and recover from issues impacling their ability to live a full life. Supporting education through learnlng oulside the classroom. Supporting famllies to cope and recover from the impact of crime. Prevenling families with challenging children from reaching crisis. Raise awareness of the challenges faced by disabled children and their families in their communities. Th1$ year our committed and dedlcated team of 64 stsff delivered: 157 Young lives supported in overcoming disadvantage through play, exploralion and discovery 1200 participant hours of after school social activities for isolated disabled children aged 5 to Oversight and support for over 69 schools to deliver 10,578 school trips and activities, lolalling 179.505 participant days. 1116 participant hours of social activities for young adults wrth learning disabilities in our Youth Club 17,681 participant hours of activities for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. Anolher signlficant increase. compared lo the prevlous year. 753 days out with outdoor weekend and holiday activilies for children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Oisabilities in our Short Breaks and Adventure Breaks projects 1580 participant hours for young adults with learnlng disabilities. Growing Together. supports life skills, vocational and personal development. 25 social events for adults with learning disabilities. These outcomes were delivered through a number ol projects and services. We have also.. Continued to train staff in Safety Interver)tions, from the Crisis Prevention Institute. Stafl trained in Emergency First Aid at Work, First Aid al Work and Paedialric First Aid. Upda18d training in gaslronomy, nasogastnc and pump leedlng. Hoistlng and personal care training delivered. Diabetes training provided to staff Our main a¢llvill8s and whom they help are described below. All of our actlvilles are focussed on helpin9 people to overcome disadvantage or lo prepare for adult life. Outcomes we have achieved include.. Supported positive family relationship5 by provldlng respite care and aclivities for dlsabled childr8n. Supported children and young people's education by providing positive leeming opportunities. Contributed to the reduction of risk-taking behaviours by providing leisure time activities during school holidays, after school and weekends. Supported families and individuals in crisis by idenlity'ng and supporting viclims of domestlc abuse and other crimes. Supported adults lo ffind employment and training activitie5. Page 3
Routeways Centre Llmitod Trustees, Report Supported young people to find employment or higher education. Supported young people with mental health issues to stay out of crisis and reduce admissions to mental health services. Provided positive activities for young people with Leaming Disabilities who are not in education, training or employmenl. Page 4
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees. Report 'routeways.org.uk101752 300 700 Routeways Routways In Numbers 202412025 Rout•Way8 Is a local charlty headquart•r•d In plymoutii that support8 chlldren. yount .people. and families in overcoming di¥advantag•. We run • wid• v•rlty of •ftor-$chool and we•kend actlvlty 8•sslons, short breaks. occupJtlon•l skill8 groLtrP$. And Eoclal pro- gram8 for chlldien. youni peopl•. and adults wlth •ducation•l n•eds and di#•biUti•s. 17,681 of actlvttles. sklll d8¥o1op- méAt and 8oclAilslni for chl dren and young peoplo v•ith SEND. hours 157 young lives 753d ays out 1580h ours supported In overcoming di$4dvantsg throu8tb play, exploration and dl8CO¥•ry. in the outdoors for our Short Bleaks and Ad- ¥enture Breaks group$. A vital resplt• r•80urc•• for lamili•i. of vocational & life okill dev•lopmgnt for our Growin8 Together 8fOUPg for young adults wlth l••rn- Ing difficult¢•s 1580hours Wè helpod 69 Sehoots provide 179.505 educa- tionAI vlsttg a¢tos8 IVY8 school trips. 25soclal events enjoy by adults wlth i•Arnlng dlfflcultles. of vocAtlonal & ISfe 8kili our Gfowln¢ Togtrthew Rr¢)up8 for youn# adulti wlth learnlni dlfflcultl•• We gulde. You grow. You thrive. 64 commited staff supported in overcomlnt disadvantage throu play, exploration and di$¢overy. Page 5
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees. Report The Beckly Centre The service continued to proiride a wide range of opportunities for children and young people to engage in social interaction in a safe and secure environmenl.. to be entertained at limes when otherwise they fflighl be isolated and feel alone.. encouraged to experience different activities and challenged to gain new skills to improve their personal development and enhan future resilience and independence. The Servi continued to provide a wide range of opportunities for children and young people to engage in social interaction in a safe and secure environment,. to be entertained al limes when otherwise they might b8 isolated and feel alone., encouraged to experience different activities and challenged to gain new skills lo improve their personal development and enhance future resilience and independence. Little Deers CIC pre-school has continued to run from the Beckly Centre term time utilising the space and provided some greater financial stability to the site. In addition, the Adults Social Group meets fortnightly for social gathering and activities. and this provides continuity of support for families as the age group is for over 25-year-olds allowing transition from oui Growing Together group. The srte has undergone ongoing maintenance throughout Ihe year with further works planned. AdVenrn Break8 This service Is commlssioned by Plymouth Cty Council. We were informed of an extension to the contract to run until 3110312026. We are working with greater levels of need and provided staff with training opportunities in managing Challenging behaviour. We are looking after children from 20 families at any one lime. The young people tend to slay on this service long-term until their 18th birthday, wilh Rouleways providing continuity of care and support to help develop life skills whilst receiving short breaks and respite for the family. Children take part in challenging and adventurous outdoor activities, In addition. we have increased the numbeT of community-based visits, which help build their sell-8Steem, teamwork and friendships. Devonport Park Acllvlty Centr• Devonport Park Activity Centre delivered a range of activities for disabled children and families during the year. Activities delivered include school holiday activities. youth groups and transition groups for 16 - 24 year old. As the main base for back office functions and service delivery we were open most days of the year offering weekday sessions to school groups and those not currently in education or training. We also supported those struggling to fully integrale in a formal leaming environment offering a relaxed and welcomlng space. The majority of our training took place at this stte also. Offering First aid, Safety Interventions and Educational Visit Co-ordinator training for teachers leading the management of school trips in their schools. We have also run training sessions by external training professionals regarding feeding and various medication administration based on Ihe complex needs of the young people attending our sessions. Further site development undertaken to register the site with Ofsted and allow younger children to access the sile and benefit from all it has lo offer. Expanded provision to offer bespoke educatlon support to special schools and those struggling to access the formal school environment. Page 6
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees. Report Radford Rascals This service conlinued at its expanded rate. running bwo nights a week and is regularty supporting 10 families. Funded by Plymouth City Council. the aim of this service is to prornote and develop communication and social skills earty in childhood to improve later life Ghances. Working with 5 to 8-year olds with profound disabilities, the social group helps develop communicalion and early life skills such as sharing. This seNice has now been extended for a further 12 months to 3110312026. This service continued at its expanded rate, running nights a week and is regulady supporting 10 families. Funded by Plymouth City Council, the aim of this service is to promote and develop communication and social skills early in childhood to improve later life chances. Working with S to 8-year olds with profound dis8bililies, the social group helps develop communication and early life skills such as sharing. Thls s8niice has now been extended for a further 12 months to 3110312028. In Other Words Supporting children and young people with mental health and emotional well-being issues. Thls service supports young people in the community and in the local secure psychiatric unit. Regularly supporting young people every month in person., the service provides a Tange of support including running a regular social group where young people can participate in social activities where they can enjoy themselves, provlde each other with peer support and seek help from professionals. In addition, famllies are supported and signposted lo additional family support and information they Can access Outdoor Educatlon Adv180ry Servlce Rouleways has been commissioned to deliver the statutory responsibility to provide advice and guidance to Local Aulhorily Schools on Outdoor Education. School Trips and Activities for the City of Plymouth licence. This fits well wtlh our objects in promoting education and opportunities for young people. This service is also used by academies and free schools. Against the backdrop of Ilmit8d resources. aust8rlty, decornmissioning of servlces. and insecurities over funding. it has contlnued to be difficult lo plan or develop services. Nevertheless, with prudent financlal control. thè support of staff and volunteers, we have managed lo relain a healthy balance of fijnds. Prlnclpal Fundlng Sources Our principal funding sources are'through the delivery of public sector contracts for seNices. We also sought funding through grant making bodies, charitable trusts and from donations. Some of our income comes through primary purpose trading such as holiday dubs, respite activities and training. Invostmont Poll¢y Aside from rètaining a prudent amount In reserves each year, most of the charivs funds are to be spent in the short term so there ar8 few funds for long term investment. A review of investmenl policies was made during the year 2016117, se8kiiig independent financial advice, which ¢A)ncluded there was little opportunity lo achieve a higher return than currently achieved throu9h interest eaming business bank accounls. The Board keeps Ihis decision under regular review. Reserve5 Policy The charity runs a variety of projects which are financed by the publlc sector or from sources for specific project activities. The funds for these projects are restricted, and the charity therefore has limited opportunities to build up its own general unrestricted reserves. Page 7
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees, Report The Trustees are mindful of the need lo relain general unrestricted funds wherever possible, not least because any project overspends must be met from Ihese funds. In Ihe current economic climate of cofflpelilive funding, il is prudent to establish reserves lo support 6 monlhs Irading and work towards accruing reserves for 12 months trading. This would enable the charity to carry on activity of public benefit and seek appropriate funding elsewhere. However, such funding will always continue to be based on OUT business values and subject to the same cor)testability as we would expect from partners. Going Concem After makir)g appropriate enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the company has adequate resouices to Continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Although maintaining levels of income is challenging, costs are being reduced accordingly. For this reason, the Truslees continu8 lo adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements. Further details regarding the adoption of the going concern basis Can be found in the Accounting Policies. Future Plan8 The Trustees are very aware that we remain in a period of austerity when current contracts will Come under close scrutiny and many of our partners, particularly Plymouth Cily Council. are experiencing significant cuts in expenditure. The Trustees are also acutely aware of the increasing competition for grant funding. The management team are keen lo explore future opportunitres and report these potential openings al the board meetings. The Trustees and Chief Executive are actively pursuing a number of diverse opportunities lo expand and develop our offer to the community. At the end of the financial year we We dose to completing on the purchase of Little Deers Nursery CIC. This completed at the end of May 2025 with all staff and children transferring under Routeways. This activity strengthens and extends our offer lo those from 18 months old. We continue to seek out and develop new initiatives and projects for the benefit of our cllenlslcustomers. whose needs are not provided for by statutory services We work closely with our clients and targei groups lo engage them in planning and developing ideas. We are working hard lo diversify our funding slreams and. to develop donations and lundraising acuvlties. Governing Docum•nt Routeways Centre Limlt8d Is a cornpany limited by guarantee and govemed by its memorandum and articles of association as dated 28 July 1997., amended on 3 May 2000 to allow for current goveman¢e,' and lurther am8nd8d in November 2008. The company was incorporated on 15 August 1997 and registered as a charity on 3 May 2000 with the Chafity Commission. In the event of the company being wound up the Direclors are required to conlribule an amount not exceeding £10. Recruitment and Appointment of Trustoes The Directors of the company are also charity trustees for the purposes of charity law and. under the company's articles, are known as members of the 808rd of Trustees. Under the requirements of the memorandum and article5 of association. the subscribers lo the memorandum and such other peisons or organisations as are admitted to membership in accordance with the rules made under Article 61 shall be members of the charity. No person shall be admitted as a member of the charlly unless the Trustees approve hislher application for membership. Anyone over the age of 18 can become a member of the charity. Page 8
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees. Report As set out in the articles of association, the Trustees are elected at the annual general meeting (AGM> and al every subsequenl AGM. one-third of Trustees are subject lo retirement based on length ol service and by rolalion. If the charity al the meeting at which a trustee retires by rotation, does not then fill the vacancy, the retiring Trustee shall, rf willing to act. be deemed to have been reappointed unless al the meeting it is resolved not lo fill the vacancy or unless a resolution for the reappointment of the Trustee is put to the meeting and lost. As the charity has a broad range of activities, it is imperative that Ihe board of Trustees represents the business and specialist needs of the charity. In an effort to maintain this skills mix. members of the board of Trustees provide a list of their skills (and update these regularly) and in the event of particular skills being lost, other individuals can be and are approached lo offer themselves for election to the Board of Trustees. Trustee Inductlon and Tralnlng Most Truslees are already very familiar with the activities of the charity prlor to their eleclion to the Board of Twstees. having undergone several briefing or information meetings. Additionally, there is policy covering the induction of new Trustees that seeks to ensure that new Trustees are able to familiarise themselves with the charity and the context within which it operates. This inforfflalion is provided in a series of one-to-one meetings. with a follow-up meeting with the management team after slx months. Roles and responsibllitl8s of Trustees. The main documents that sel out the operalional framework for the chaiity including the governing documents. Resourcing and the current financial positions as set out in the latest published accounts. FLrture plans and activities as set out in strategic plans. Post induction. Trustees attend staff meetings, and receive regular reports. R18k Management The Trustees have responslbilily to identify, assess and manage risks. The Trustees define rlsk as any uncertainty surrounding events and their outcomes that Gould have an impad on the charity and its ability to fulfil ils objectives. The management team draws up a risk register with the Trustees whlch Is regularfy reviewed and used to inform planning and decision making. Oryanlsational Structure The Board of Trustees, which has to be more than three members bul is not subject lo any maximum, admlnislers the Chaflty. The board meets every 2 months, with the option to call exlraordinary meetings if necessary, and is responsible for Ihe strategic direction and policy of the charity. A management team is appointed by the board of Trustees to manage the day-to-day operations of Ihe Charity, to ensure that the charity delivers the services and activities specified and achieves ils conlracled outcomes. Page 9
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees, Report To achieve an effective and robust delivery of operatlons. Ihe management team has delegated aulhorily, reviewed annually, within terms set down by the Trustees covering such activities as contract negotiation and management, finance and employment. However, it is the inclusive and supportive nature of the culture of the charity, supported wholeheartedly by the Trustees, that new project developments. policies and procedures and operational strategy are firstly consulted on with all staff and users (where appropriate) prior to implementalion. to ensure staff and user commitment, participation and satisfaction with operational matters. Related Parties In so far as it is complementary to the charills objects, the charity is guided by both local and national policy. 11 has a close relationship with Plymouth City Council and has secured the delivery of a range of sep4ices, each through a competitive tendering process. As an organisation concerned with social regeneration and the education of children and young people, Routeways Centre Limited has always taken its socTral responsibilities seriously. It recognises its corporate social responsibility in its various roles as employer. Consumer. and service provider. It aims lo be an organisalion that leads by example. In being environmentally and socially aware the organisalion will help to educate oth8rs and s8t an example about what can be achieved. Envlronment We continue to make major efforts in recycllng. As a result. the organlsatlon has dramatically reduced the amount of waste sent to landfill. Toner cartridges and ink cartridg8s ar8 returned to suppliers for recycling. Routeways Centre Limited is aware of the impact of carbon emissions on the environment and takes steps lo reduce its carbon footprinl. Energy saving schemes are in place.. turning down heating, switching off lights, ensuring monitors and equipment are tumed off and not left in stand-by. Car sharing and the use of public transport to attend rneeling5 are promoted. Devonport Park Acllvlty Centre allows many envlronmenlal benefits lor the organlsation. Food waste and shredded confidential papers are recycled lo compost. Customers We seek to provide our customers with a qualily service that is respecfful of their needs. We are member of the Safe Pla Scheme, which offers a place to receive assistance for those with a leaming disability. Page 10
Routeways Centre Limited Trustees, Report Workforc• Routeways is Committed lo being an ethical employer. All employees are treated with respect and fairness. The organisation has introduced work lrfe balance policies. Routeways continues to hold the Disability Confident Employer award. Health and Safety Roul8ways is committed to providing a working environment thal is both saf8 and frt for purpose. A dedicated Health and Safety offr onsures that the organisalion can react quickly to provide for th8 needs ol staff and customers. Suppllern Routeways Centre Limrted does as part of rts social responsibilrty. examine the ethical and environmental credentials of its suppliers. As contracts are due for renewal, environmenlal and social awareness play a large part in the decision-making process. Each of the persons who are Trustees at th8 time when thos Trustees. report Is approved has confirmed that.. so far as that Trustee is aware. there is no relevant audit informats'on of which the charitsble ¢ompanVs auditors are unaware, and that Trustee has taken all the steps that ought to have been taken as a Trustee in order to be aware of any infomiation needed by the charitable companls auditors in connection with preparing their report and to establish that thè charitable companys audltors are aware of that informallon In preparing this report, the Trustaes hav8 taken advantsge of the small companies, exemptions provided by section 415A of the Companies Act 2006. The annual r8POrt was approved by the trustees of the charity on and signed on its Mr S J Lawrie Trustee Page 11
Routeways Centre Limited Independent Examiner's Report to the trustees of Routeways Centre Limited ('the Company.) I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for Ihe year ended 31 March 2025. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act,). Having salisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examinatlon of your charity's accounts as carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Acl'}. In carrying Out my examination I have followed the Direclions given by the Charity Commission under section 145{5){b) of the 2011 Act. Independent examiner's statement Since the Companrfs gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must be a member of a body listed in section 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination because l am a member of FCCA, which is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination givlng me cause to believe.. 1. accounting records were not kept in respect of Rouleways Centre Limited as required by section 386 of the 2006 A. or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or 3. the accounts do not comply with the accounting qUIrementS of section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that Ihe accounts give a 'true and fair vievl which is nol a matter considered as part of an independent examlnatlon,. or 4. the accounts have nol been prepared in accordance wilh the methods and principles of th8 Slalemenl of Recomfflended PraGli¢e for accounting and reporting by charilies lapplicable lo Gharilies preparing their accounls in accordance with the Financlal Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)]. I have no concems and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order lo enable a proper understanding of Ihe accounts lo be reached. Matthew Keane FCCA Westcotts (SW) LLP Plym House 3 Longbridge Road Plymouth Marsh Mills Devon PL6 8LT /..¥.../.?.. Page 12
Routeways Centre Limited Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 (Including Income and Expenditure Account and Statement of Total Recognised Gains and Losses) Unrestricted fundg Restricted funds Total 2025 Total 2024 Note Income and Endowments from: Donations and legacies Charitable activities Investment income 148,346 535,505 3,587 148,346 535,505 3,587 67,958 489.082 9.236 Total income 687,438 687,438 566.276 Expendlture on: Charilable activities 644.852 844,852 580,005 Total expenditure 644,852 644,852 580,005 Net incomel(expenditure) 42.586 42,586 13,729 Net movement in funds 42,586 42,586 (13,729> Reconclllatlon of fund8 Tolal funds brought fopNard Total funds carried fOard 14 144,951 17,827 162,778 176,508 187,537 17,827 205,364 162,779 All of the charity's activities derive from continuing operations during the above IMO periods. The funds breakdown for 2024 is shown in note 14. The notes on pages 16 to 25 form an integral part of these financial statements. Page 13
Routeways Centre Limited (Registration number: 03420867) Balance Sheet as at 31 March 2025 2025 2024 Note Fixed assets Tangible assets 10 5,921 5,380 Current assets Debtors Cash al bank and in hand 66,072 155615 47,101 130,711 12 221,687 177,812 Creditorn: Amounts falling due wlthln one year 13 22.244 20,413 Net current asseis 199,443 157,399 Net assets 205,364 162,779 Funds of the chaflty: Restrlcted Income lund• Restricted funds 17,827 17,827 Unrestrictod incom• fund8 Unrestricted funds 187,537 205,364 144,952 Total funds 14 162,779 For the finar)cial year ending 31 March 2025 Ihe charity was 8ntilled to exemption from audit under section 477 of Ihe Companies Act 2006 relats'ng to Small companies. Direclors, responsibilities.. The members have not required the charity to obtain an audil of Its accounls for the year in question in accordance with section 476., and The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts. al slalements on pages 13 to 25 were approved by the trustees, and authorised for issue Q5. 8nd signed on Iheir behaN by.. Mr S J Lawrie Trustee The notes on pages 16 to 25 form an integral part of these financial statements. Page 14
Routeways Centre Limited ststement of Cash Flows for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 202S 2024 Note Cash flows from opernting actlvltles Net cash incomel(expenditurel Adjustments to cash flows from non-cash items Depreciation Investment income Loss on disposal of tangible fixed assets 42.586 (13,729) 3,579 {3.58n 252 4.619 (9,236) 42.830 (18,346) Worklng capltal adlustments (Increase)Ide¢rease in debtors Increase in creditors (18.971) 1,831 5,121 4,042 13 Net cash flows from operating activities 25,690 9,183 Cash flow8 from Investing actlvlties Interest receivable and similar income Purchase of tangible fixed assets Net cash flows from investing actlvitles Net Increasel(decrease) in cash and cash equivalenls Cash and cash equivalenls al 1 April Cash and cash equivalenls al 31 March 3,587 4,373 9.236 748 10 8,488 24,904 (695) 131,406 130.711 155,615 130,711 All of the cash flows are derived from continuing opefations during the above two periods. The noles on pages 16 to 25 form an integral part of these financial statements. Page 15
Routeways Centre Llmited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 1 Charity statu8 The charity is limited by guarantee, incorporated in England and Wales. and consequently does not have share capital. Each of the Iruslees is liable to contribute an amount nol exceeding £1 towards the assels of the charity in the event of liquidation. The address of Its registered office is.. Devonport Park Activity Centre Devonport Park Fore Street Plymouth England PL14BU 2 Accountlng policies Summary of significant accounting policles and k•y accountlng estimates The principal accounling policies applied in the preparation of these financial slalements are set out below. These policies have b88n consislently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise slaled. Statement of compliance The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounling and Reporting by Charities.. Slalement of Recommended Practice {applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in Ihe UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021) {issued in October 2019) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK aTrd Republic of Ireland (FRS 102> and the Companies Act 2006. Basls of prepardtlon Rouleways Cenlfe Limited meets the definltlon of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised al hislorical cost w Iransaction value unless othe1$& staled in the relevant accounting policy notes. Golng con¢•rn The Iwstees consider Ihat there are no materlal uncertainlies about the charitls ability to continue as a golng concern nor any significant areas of uncertainty that affect the carrying value of assets held by ihe charity. Income and endowments All income is recognised once the charily has enlitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of the income recelvable can be measured reliably. Page 16
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 Donatlons and legacies Donations are recognised when the charity has been notified in writing of both the amount and settlement dale. In the event Ihat a donation is subject to conditions that require a level of performance by the charity before the charity is entitled lo the funds, the income is deferred and not recognised until either those Conditions are fully mel. or the fulfilment of those conditions is wholly within the control of the charity and il is probable that these conditions will be fulfilled in the reporting period. Grants receivable Granls are recognised when the charity has an entitlement to the fvnds and any conditions linked to the grants have been met. WheTe perf0rrnan conditions are attached lo the grant and are yel to be mel, the income is recognised as a liability and included on the balance sheet as deferred income to be released. Investment income Dividends are recognised once the dividend has been declared and notificats'on has been iecelved of the dividend due. Expendlturo All expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation lo thal expenditure, it Is probable settlement is required and the amount can be measured reliably. All costs are allocated lo the applicable expenditure heading that aggregate similar costs to that calegory. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated on a basis consistent with the use of resources, with ntral staff costs allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on Ihe portion of the asset's use. Other support costs are allocated based on the spread of staff costs. Charltable actlvltle8 Charitable expenditure comprises those costs incurred by the charity in Ihe delivery of ils activities and seprfices for its beneficiaries. 11 includes both costs that can be allocated directly to such activities and those costs of an indirect nature necessary lo support them. Support costs Support costs includ8 central lunctions and have been allocated to activity cost categories on a basis consistent with the use of resources, for example, allocating property cosls by floor areas, or per capila, siaff cosls by the time spent and other costs by their usage. Governance costs These include the costs attributable to the chartys cuiiipliance with constitutional and statutory requirements. including audit. strategic management and trustees meetings and reimbursed expenses. Page 17
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 Taxation The charity is considered to pass the tests set out in Paragraph 1 Schedule 6 of the Finance Act 2010 and therefore il meets Ihe definition of a charitable cofflpany for UK corporation tsx purposes. Accordingly, the chaiity is potentially exempt from taxation in resped of income or capital gains received within categories covered by Chapter 3 Part 11 of the Corporalion Tax Act 2010 or Section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992, lo the extenl that such income or gains are applied exclusively to charitable purposes, Tanglble fixed assets Individual fixed assets are inttially recorded at cost, less any subsequent accumulated depreciation and subsequent accumulated impairment losses. Deproclatlon and amortlsatlon Depreciation is provided on tangible fixed assets so as to wrile off the Cost or valuation, less any eslimaled residual value, over their expected useful economic life as follows.. Asset class Furniture and Equipment Motor Vehicies Depreclatlon method and rat• 4 years slraight line 4 years straight line Cash and cash equlvalents Cash and cash equivalents Comprise cash on hand and call deposits, and other short-term highly liquid inveslmenls that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subjecl to an insignificant risk of change in value. Fund structure Unrestricted income funds are general funds that are available for use at the trustees discretion in furtherance ol the objectives of the charity. Reslricted income funds are those donated for use in a particular aiea or for specific purposes, the US8 of which is reslrlcted to that area or purpose. Penslons and other post retirement obligations Defined contribution plans Contributions to defined contribution plans are recognised as an expense in the period in which the related seThice is provided. Prepaid conlribulions are recognised as an asset to the extent that the prepayment will lead to a reduction in future paymenls or a cash refund. When contributions are nol expected lo be settled wholly within 12 months of the end of the reporting date in which the employees render the relaled service, the liability is measured on a discounted present value basis. The unwinding of the discount is recognised as an expense in the perios in which it arises. Page 18
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 Flnanclal Instruments Classlflcatlon Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when the charity becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instmment. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at the amount receivable or payable induding any related Iransaclion costs. Current assets and current liabllilies are subsequently measured al the cash or other conslderatlon expected lo be paid or received and not discounled. Debt instruments are subsequently measured al amortised cost. 3 Incom• from donation8 and legacie8 Unre8trieted fund• Goneral Total 2025 Totsl 2024 Donations and legacies., Donations from individuals Grants, including capital grants., Grants from other charities 22.528 22,528 4,968 125,818 125,818 62,990 148.346 148,346 67.958 4 Income from charltablo actlvltle8 Unrestricted funds General Total 2025 Total 2024 Contract and grant income 535.505 535,505 489,082 6 Inv•sthi•nt Income Unrestricted funds General Total 2025 Total 2024 Interest receivable and similar income: Interesl receivable on bank deposils Other investment income 2,587 1,000 2,177 7,059 9,236 1,000 3.587 Page 19
Routeways Centre Limited Notss to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 6 Expenditure on charitable activiti•3 Unrestricted funds General Total 2025 Total 2024 Charitable activities Allocated support costs Govemance cosls 528.218 111.327 5.307 528,218 111.327 5,307 486,519 88,613 4,873 644,852 644,852 580,005 Activity undertaken directly A¢tlvlty support ¢o$ts 2025 2024 Wages Costs Staff recrullmenl costs Direct project expenses Motor and travel expense5 Computer and software mainlenance Telephone Printing, postage and stationery Subscriptions Sundry Training Healing and lighting Repairs and maintenance Cleaning Insurance Rent, rates and water Govemance Bank charges Refreshments Depreciation and loss on disposal of asset 414,205 107.495 2.567 521.700 2,567 17,389 12,482 451,463 17,389 12,482 28,844 15,707 11,118 11,759 9,480 3,583 1,619 3,388 3,788 7,721 5,819 9,729 14,456 11,118 11,759 9,480 3,583 1,619 3.388 3.788 7.721 5.819 9,729 14,456 5,307 88 1,594 3,338 11,609 5,216 3,001 1,236 2,646 3,536 14,854 5,706 8,846 13,086 4,873 78 1.347 5.307 88 1,594 3,832 3,'832 4.619 528,218 119,201 647,419 580,005 Page 20
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 7 Analysis of governance and support costs Support costs Unr08trlcted funds General Total 2025 Total 2024 Oepreciation of Off equipment (Profit)Iloss on disposal of tangible fixed assets Wages and salaries Staff recrultmenl costs 3,579 253 104,928 2,567 3.S79 253 104,928 2,567 4,619 83,994 111,327 111,327 88,613 Governance costs Unre8trlctsd fund8 General Total 2025 Total 2024 Independent Examination fees Accountancy fees Overlunder provision of a¢¢ountancy fees Legal and professional fees 1,650 2,450 {120) 1.327 1.650 2.450 (120) 1.327 1,630 2,390 (270) 1.123 4,873 8 Tru8tee8 remunerdtlon and expenses No Iruslees, nor any persons connected with them, have recelved any remuneration from the charity during the year. No Iruslees have received any relmbursed expenses or any other benefits from Ihe charlty during the year. Page 21
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 9 Staff costs The aggregate payroll costs were as follows: 2025 2024 Gross wages Employers Nl Employers pension 480,023 30.986 14,033 415,169 24.162 10,714 525,042 450,045 The monthly average number of persons {including senior management I leadership team) employed by the charity during the year was as follows.. 2025 2024 Project staff Managemenl and administratlon 44 51 46 53 No employee rec*ived emoluments of more than £60,000 during the year. During the year the charity made the following transactions wilh key managemeni personnel.. Key management personnel All trustees and rtain senior employees who have authority and responslbllily for planning, directing and Controlling the a¢livilies of the charity are considered lo be key management personnel. Total remuneration in respect of these individuals is £117,406 (2024.. £106,081). To promote the cost effective running of the organisation and to ensure the best personnel are available lo deliver the service to its recipients, the key management personnel are also involved in the direct delivery of the services. This is across the proje and is separate to lime in planning, directing and controlling the aclivrties of the charity but is included in Ihe tolal remuneralion figure above. Page 22
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 10 Tanglble fixed assots Furniture and equipment Motor vehicles Total Cost Al 1 April 2024 Additions Disposals 85,542 4,373 25,699 5.500 91,042 4,373 25,699 At 31 March 2025 64,216 5.500 69.716 Depreclatlon At 1 April 2024 Charge for the year Elimlnated on disposals 80,162 3,579 25.446 5,500 85,662 3.579 25,446 At 31 March 2025 58,295 5,500 63,79S Net book value At 31 March 2025 5,921 5,921 At 31 March 2024 5.380 5,380 11 Debtors 2025 2024 Trade debtors Other deblors 66.072 37,100 10,001 66.072 47,101 12 Cash and cash equlvalents 2025 2024 Cash on hand Cash at bank 391 155,224 134 120,577 155,615 130,711 Page 23
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Ststements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 13 Credltors: amounts falllng due within on• y•ar 2025 2024 Trade creditors Other taxation and social security Olher cTedilors Accruals 8,945 6,845 2,354 4,100 22,244 9.399 5,326 1,668 4,020 20,413 14 Fund• Balance at 31 March 2025 B•lan¢• at 1 April 2024 Incoming re8our¢e8 Re80urces expended Unre8trlcted funds General General Funds 144,951 687,438 (642,285) 190,104 Restrlcted funds Beckly Centre 17,827 Total fund• 162.778 687.438 642,285 207,931 Balance at 31 March 2024 Balance at 1 Aprll 2023 Incoming resources Resources expended Unre8tricted funds General General Funds 158,681 568.276 (580.005) 144,952 Restrlcted funds Beckly Centre 17,827 17,827 Total funds 176,508 566.276 580.005 162.779 The specific purposes for which the restricted funds are lo be applied as follows: Beckly C•ntr• The Beckly Centre supports children and youn9 people with disabilities. Children and young people come together at Beckly lo experience a range of social and play opporiunities. Beckly provides a caring social environment where participants can socialise, meet and make new friends. There are plans to spend this money on capital projects in the coming year. Page 24
Routeways Centre Limited Notes to the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 31 March 2025 15 Analy$l$ ol n•t assets between funds Unrestricted funds General Total funds at 31 March 2025 Restrlcted funds Tangible fixed assets Current assets Current liabilities 5,921 203.860 22,244 5.921 221,687 22,244 205,364 17,827 Total n8t assets 187,537 17,827 Unre•trlct•d funds General Total fund8 at 31 March 2024 R•8tricted funds Tangible fixed assets Current assets Current liabilities 5,380 159,985 20,413 5,380 177.812 20,413 17,827 Total nel assets 144,952 17,827 162,779 16 Related party tran$actlon8 During the year the charity made the following related party Iransaclions: Mr R Adamson Al the balance sheet date the amount due tonrom from Mr R Adamson was £Nil {2024- £10,000). 17 Parent and ultlmate parent undertaklng The ultimate conlrolling party of the ¢harilable company is the trustees. Page 25