Registered Charlty Number- 1081870
Company Registration Number . 3963213
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
FOR
REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
Abacus Partners ILdnl LLP
Chartered C&rtified Accountant
UnitA, Abbotts Wharf
93 Stsinsby Road
London E14 6JL

REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Contents
Page
Report of the Trustees
1104
Independent Examinerfs Report
Stsloment of Financial Activities
Slalemenl of Financial Position
Notes to the Financial Slalements
8109
Detailed Statement of Financial Activi(ies
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
The trustees, who aro also the directors of the Company for the purpose of the Companies Act, present
their annual report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2023.
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS
Registered Charity number
1081870
Registered Company number
3963213
Principal address
28- 28A Woodford Avenue
Ganls Hill, Ilford
Essex IG2 6XQ
Trusteesl Directors
MrAKAII
Mr M F Ahmed
Mr F Ramzan
Mr B H Hameed
Mrm M R Bhuiyan
Mr A Razzaque
Mr S A Sadek
Mr O Uddin
Chair
Vlce Chair
Secrel8ry
D Secretary
Treasurer
D Treasurer
Davrdh Se¢￿tary
D Davrdh Secfftlary
Independent Examlner
Abacus Partners (Ldnl LLP
Chartered Certrfied Accounlanls
Unil A, Abbolts Wharf
93 Slainsby Road
London E14 6JL
STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT
Governing document
The charity is ¢onlrolled by ils governing document, a deed of Irusl, and constilules an unincorporated
A ch8ri(able company limited by guarantee wtrthoul share capital, incorporated on 3 April 2000 and
registered as a charity on 7 August 2000.
Recruitment and appointment of new trustees
New Trustees are appointed due lo their interest in the work of charity and their recognised experien￿ in
specific fields whi¢h will further support the work of The Redbridge Islamic Cenlre.
Inductlon and training of now trustees
New Trustees are given 2 full induction. Trustees can retire when they wish as they do not serve under a
The Board of Trustees has overall control of the Charity's activities and meets on a regular basis.
Risk management
The trustees are responsible for the management of risks faced by the charity. The trustees have
The Iruslees are satisfied that the major risks idenlifFed have been adequately mitigated where necessary.
It is recognised th81 systems can only provide re8sonable bul not absolute assurance th81 major risks have
been adequately managed.
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Princl al ob-ectivgs of the Chari
1. To advance the Islamic religion in accordance with the teachings of Islam.,
2. To advance education. in particular, amongst women and young people,.
3. To provide and l or assist in the provision of recreational and leisure facilities in the interest of
social welfare, and to improve the quality of life of residents in the area.,
4.To asslst in disaster appeals to help the needs of people around the world who have suffered
through natural disasters.,
5.To provide a safe and user-friendly environment for mediation, family counselling, parental guidance
and daily prayers.
Activities and Achievements
How our aclivi(ies deliveT public benefit
RIC'S activities deliver public benefit. The charty undertakes out a wde range of activi(ies in fU￿lIment of ils
charitable aims. The activities briefly mentioned below demonslrale how the aclwilies Conducted benefit
Community Centre at Woodford Avenue: Regular adivities such as the Madrasah. elders project, week
Halaqahs, and youth and women's programmes have been regularly held al the centre. We also conduct
self defence classes, an Elderly Social Gathering, along wi(h a Youth Football Club every Sunday al
Clavhall Park.
Prayers: The Mosque is open throughout the year, parti¢ularfy in relation lo facilitating the daily prayers.
This nomially attracts over 330 people to daily prayers and over 1500 people lo Friday prayer services.
Eld In the Park: Eid congregation for Eid ul Filr & Eid-ul-Adha w8s, like other years, held in Valentine Park,
IIFord. An eslimaled more than15, 000 people gathered there lo celebrate both Eids, marking the end of
Ramandan (Eid ul Filrl & 10 days of Dhul Hiiiah IEid ul Adhsl. This is the largèst open air Eid ¢ongregalion
in the city of London The celebration of this joyous and auspi¢ious occasion brought the communities in
Redbridge and surrounding areas together to enjoy Eid. It gave the congregation and the visitors of other
faiths and backgrounds a wonderful opportunity lo greet and share their happiness with one another. The
event included stalls and exhibtiions on Islami¢ Culture that was open lo all. People from other boroughs
attended this great ¢ongregralion.
School Visits to RIC as part of RE: RIC has been fa¢iif(ating school visits lo our centre as part of schools
RE subject. We have had 90 children plus many teachers attend a session where the Imaam of RIC lead a
assemble for the school at RIC, we laid out an exhibition with posters and booklets explaining the subject of
1s18m. This has been very well received by schools and we now do this on a regular basis.
Redbridgo Youth Forum: The RYF continue to work with the local young people utilising the space
afforded to them by RIC. They regularly run various in-doors and out-door extra-curricular activities for
children and young people which meet their cultural, social and recreation81 needs. The activities organised
by the RYF enable the young people to engage with others, develop positive friendships, and by partaking
in the different aclwilies, develop their self-esleems, confidence and independence. The RYF'S football
sessions run on a weèkly basis, every Monday. Following every foolb811 session, the￿ is 8 small Naseehah
(Advice) on a topic addressing issues that young people encounter in their day to day lives.
Night Program for Youth: The Night Programme for Youth is continued lo be run for young people
between the ages of 8 20. This is Usual￿ organised during the end of term school holidays. The Progrdm
consists of Ice Breakers, Team Building games, dodge ball, IslaM￿C Talks, night prayers IT8hajjudl and
food. The objective of the program is to facilitate for young people lo engage with positive activities that they
can relate within a masjid conlexi.
Fajr Knlghts for Youth.. This programme has been running for approxiamlely 3 years and has become an
increasingly popular gvenl attracting youth within Redbrdige and surrounding areas. Young people from the
age of 6 laccompanied by parents) upwards particpale in congregational prayer al Fajr, enjoy communal
breakfast, and then participate in group activities. Aclivties include, table tennis, dodgeball and quvzes.
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Games Night: This event lakes place every Friday al our Gants Hill Masjid. The youth are given the
opportunity lo attend the masjid and particpale in range of gaming acliwlies. The games include table
tennis, table football, pool, and computer games.
Evenlng Madrasah for Boys and Girls: The Evening Madrasah now has a modem swlabus which tackles
and addresses the issues faced by the Muslims in the wesl. Currently there are 12 classes running each
week between the cenlres which lolals lo 180 children being taught the Quran and islamic Studies. We
have additionally started a hifz programme for students wanting lo memrozie the entire Quran.
Saturday IslamlG School: Saturday Islamic School continues lo grow from strength lo strength. The SIS in
ils 14th year has developed a sound reputation for supplementary Islami¢ education. Both students and
their parents are happy with the way the lesson is planned and designed. Teachers are aware of the needs
lo structure and deliver lessons in a caring and slimulaling environment, which helps them lo be molivaled
and develop a posf(ive attitude lo learning and enable their intellectual, moral and social development.
Currently we have 10 classes with 95 students and now cater for children 11+ in age
Dawah Sub-Gornmltee- The Dawah sub-commillee continues to work hard and promote and propagate
Islam lo the local Muslim and non-muslim communities in Redbridge. Various conferences in Bangla and
English have been organised.
Educational l Humanitarian work.. The RIC continues lo raise money for local, national and international
educational eslablishmenls, orphanages and other charitable organisalions in different countries, victims of
the natural disasters in Bangladesh. Pakistan, Uganda, Palestine and victims of wars. such as Syria &
Afganislan
Tatsirul Qur'an.. The Tafsirul Qurfan programme is specifieslly run for the a￿u￿S al both the Gants Hill and
Redbridge Cenlres weekly. 11 helps the congregation to reflect on their daily inleraclion with their fellow
human beings, their relationship with their Creator and purpose of life in this world and hereafter.
Explanation of the verses from the Holy Quran is very enlightening, moving and thought provoking. The aim
of the session is to enable people to be decent human beings who should take responsibility for their action
and ernbrace Deace. harmonv and riahleousness.
Hadith Studies- General Hacsith are regularly read after Salah al both the Centres, and the Musallis benefit
immensely from this education21 programme, The aim of this brief provision is to help participants to reflect.
refine and refom) their life in accordance with the teachings of oijr beloved prophet Ipbuh).
Halaqah Islamic Circlos.. This is a weekly family event. This study circle lakes place every Saturday al
7..30pm at Redbridge Masjid. Different scholars give talks about particular topics. Many Musallis find this
very informative and enlightening about the way issues are discussed and questions answered.
Women's Circle: The women Circle al Ganls Hill Centre continues lo make excellent progress. This is
well coordinated, structured educational programme for sisters. This has helped many sisters lo improve
their understanding and knowledge of religious practices and islamic cuf(ure. They organise Qur'an session
on Sundays from 1 Oam -12pm. The two women's sessions at Redbridge Masjid take pla￿ on a Tuesday
between 10am to 12pm and on a Sunday between 11..30am lo 12'.30pm. The women's session have also
lead on the girls only youth programmes during school breaks and raised money for Macmillan ￿nCer trust
with a cake and bake sale. The average attendance for each of the circles is over 25 sisters.
RIC Good Food.. RIC runs a weekly foodbank supporting several families in need of basic food and
household i(ems. The project is supported by in house volunteers.
Iftar: At both the Cenlres the Committee members and the Musallis helped lo provide Iftar for the
Taraaweeh.. The RIC were extremely Blessed to have secured two internationally renowned Hijffaz lo lead
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Reserves..
The board has determined that the appropriate level of free reserves which are not invested should be
equivalent lo 6 months. expenditure, which equate5 to approximately £88k. The actual free reseNes in
current assets al the end of the year were £515k120224391 Kl, thus exceeding the largels sel. Reserves
are considered frèe where they are immedialety liquid, and not tied up in assets. The Board of Trustees
considers the reserve policy to be adequate for this type of organisalion, and 8150 believes the feserves are
healthy, in case of further future uncertainties.
Financial position:
The Statements of Financial Activities shows a net surplus of £195,726 with nel funds of £2,957,415 as al
31 December 2023.
Statement of Trustees, Res
onsibilities
The Trustees, Iwho are also Directors, of Recjbridge Islamic Centre for the purposes of company lawl are
responsible for preparing Ihe Trustees, Annual Report and the financial slalerllenls in accordance with
applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (UK GAAP applicable lo Smaller Entiliesl.
Companyl charity law requires the Trustees, to prepare financial statements for each financial year, which
gives a true and fair view of the slate of affairs of the charitable company and of the inwming resources
and application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that
period. In preparing these financial slalemenls. the Trustees, are required to..
select sutsble accounting policies and then apply them consistently",
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP IFRS 1021.,
make judgements and eslimales that are reasonable and prudent.,
stale wholher applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject lo any material
departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.,
• prepare the financial slalemenls on the going concem basis unless it 18 inappropriate lo presume that the
charitable company ￿rill continue in operation.
The Iruslees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose wf(h roasonablo
a¢¢ura¢y at any lime the financial posi(ion of the charitable company and enable them lo ensure that the
financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the
assets of the charrtable company and hence for12king reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of
fraud and other irregularities.
In 80 far as the trustees are aware..
there is no relevant audit information of which the charitable companys auditor is unaware., and
the trustees have taken all steps that they ought lo have taken to make themselves aware of
any relevant audit information and to establish that the auditor is aware of that information.
Independent Examiner-
An independent examination was carried out by Abacus Partners {Ldnl LLP, Chartered Certified
Accountants. The company elected to dispense with the annu81 appointment of examiners. In the absence
of a specific resolution lo the contrary Abacus Partners ILdn} LLP will continue in office.
These financial slalemenls have been prepared in accordance w(th the provisions applicable lo companies
subject lo the small companies, regime and in accordance with FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland,.
These finan¢ial statements were approved by the board of directors I Iruslees and aulhorised for issue on
26 October 2022, and are signed on beha￿ of the board by..
Mr F Ramzan
TrustgglS&¢rgtaryi
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF
REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
I have examined the accounts and stslements on pages 6 10 10 which have been prepared on the basis of
accounting policies sel out on page 8.
Resp8Ctlve responsibilities of Director5 and Examiners:
The trustees Iwho are also the directors of the company for the purposes of company lawl are responsible
for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audrt Is not required for this year under
section 144121 of the Charities Act 2Q11 Ilhe 2011 A¢ll and that an independent examination is needed.
The Charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 and l am qualified lo undertake the examination by being a
qualrfied memborofACCA.
Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject lo audit under company law and eligible for
indewndenl examination, il is my responsibility lo..
examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Aet
follow the prO￿dureS laid down in the gener81 Dir&ctions given by the Charity Commission under section 14515llbl
state whether particular matters have como to my 8tt8ntion.
Basls of Independent examinevs report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charty
Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a
comparison of the accounts presented with those records. 11 also includes consideration of any unusual
items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as Iruslees concerning any such
matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and
consequently no opinion is given as lo whether the a¢¢ounls present a true and fair view and the report is
limited lo those matters sel out in the statement below.
Independent examlnerfs stat•mènt
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention..
111 which gNies me reasonable cause lo believe that in any material ￿Spect the requirements".
lo keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 of the Companies Act 2006.. and
lo prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting
requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of
the Statements of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by Charities have not
been have not been met.. or
12) lo which, in my opinion, allenlion should be drawn in order lo enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to
reached.
HOWDHURY FCCA
Ab
s Partners ILdn) LLP
Chartered Certified Accounlanls
Unil A, Abbolls Wharf
93 Stainsby Road
London E14 6JL
g September 2024
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Unrestricted Restricted
2023
Funds
Funds Totsl Fund
2022
Totsl Fund
Notos
INCOMING RESOURCES
Donations & others
Rental Income
JRS grants and others
490,513
59,430
676
20,102
510,615
59,430
676
526,761
58,040
1,060
Total incoming resources
550,619
20,102
570,721
585,861
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Direct charitable expenses
300,434
20,102
320,536
282,783
Depreciation
49,931
49,931
48.768
A¢countancy & governance cost
Total resources expended
4.528
354,893
4,528
374,995
5,553
337,104
20,102
Net Income {Expenditure} For The Year
195,726
195,726
248.757
Funds as at 1 January 2023
2.753,593
8,09S 2,761,689
2,512.932
Funds as at 31 December 2023
2,949,319
8,096 2,957,415
2,761,689
The notes on pages 8 & 10 form part of these accounts.
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 310ECEMBER 2023
Unrastrlctsd Rèstricted
Funds
Funds
2023
2022
Total Fund
Not•s
Fixed Assets:
Land and Buildings
Fixture, fittings and Equipment's
2,426,313
15,911
2.426,313
15,911
2,442,224
2,359,288
10,949
2,370,237
Current Assets..
Debtors
Cash al Bank and in hand
40,000
546,108
586,108
40,000
424,375
464.375
Creditors..
Amount falling due within one yeai
Net Current Assets
70,917
72,923
391,452
515,191
Net total Assets
2,957,415
2,761.689
Funds
Unrestricted Fund
Restricted Fund
2,949,319
8,096
2.753,593
8.096
Total Funds
2,957,415
2,761,689
For the year ending 31 December 2023 the company was enlilled lo exemption from audit under section
477 of the companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
Directors Res
The members have not required the company lo obtain an audit of ils accounts for the year in
question in accordance with section 476.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying wlh the requirements of the Act
with respect lo accounting records and the preparation of accounts.
These financial statements have been prepared in ac¢ordan¢e wlh the provisions applicable lo companies
subject lo the small companies regime, and accordance with FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republi¢ of Ireland,.
These financial slalemenls were approved by the board of d1￿ClorS l Trustees and authorised for issue on
9 September 2024, and ale signed on beha￿ of the board by..
Mr Abul Khayar Ali
(Trusleelchair)
Mr Faheed Ramzan
ITrusteelSe¢retaryl
The notes on p8ge5 8 & 10 form part of these accounts.
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
General Informatio
The Charity is a private company limited by guarantee, registered in England and wales. The
address of the register office is 28-28a Woodford Avenue, Ganls Hill, Ilford, Essex, IG2 6XQ.
stat&m8nt of compliance
These financial slalemenls have been prepared in compliance with the provisions of FRS 102,
section 1A, 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland..
Accounting Policies
Basis of preparing the financial statements
The financial slalemenls have been prep8red in aGcordan¢e with Accounting and Reporting by
Charities.. Slalemenl of Recommended Practi￿ applicable to charities preparing their accounts
in a¢cordan¢e with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republi¢ of
Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective 1 January 20151- (Charities SORP IFRS 10211, the Financial
Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Companies
Act 2006.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the enlily.
Incoming resources
All incoming reSoUr￿S are recognised once the charty has enlillemenl lo the resour￿, il is
certain that the reSoUr￿S will be received and the monetary value of incoming resources can be
measured with sufficient reliability.
Resources expended
Expendf(ure Is accounted for on an accruals basis. Overhead and other costs not directly
attributable lo particular functiorial activity categories are apportioned over the relevant
categories on the basis of management eslim8les of the amount attributable lo that activity in
the year, è(ther by reference to staff, time or space occupied, as appTopriale.
The irrecoverable element of VAT is included with the item of expense lo which il relates.
Govemance costs comprise the costs associated wth meeting the constitutional and strategic
aims of the charity and the audit fees and costs link￿ lo strategic management of the charty.
Tangible fixed assets
Depreciation is provided at the followng annual rates in order lo wrf(e off each asset over ils
eslimaled useful lifo.
Freehold property- Land
Freehold property- Buildings and extension
Fixtures and fittings
NIL
20A on cost
20Qh on cost
Fund accounting
Unreslricled funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of
the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the
charity. Restrictions arise when specrfied by the donor or when funds are raised for particular
restricted purposes.
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Legal status of the Trust
The Trust is a company limited by gijaranlee and has no share capital. In the event of the
charity being wound up, the liability in respect of the guarantee is limited to £1 per member of
the charity.
Trustees, Remuneration and Bengfits
There were no trustees, remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 December 2022
nor for the year ended 31 December 2023.
Tangible Fixed Assets..
Land &
Building
Fixture &
Fitting
Total
Cost..
At 1st January 2023
Addition
2,793,615
112,294
2,905,909
185,778
9,625
195,403
2,979,393
121,919
3,101,312
Depreciation..
Al 1 st January 2023
Charge for the year
434,328
45,268
479,596
174,829
4,663
179,492
609.1 S7
49,931
659,088
Net Book Value
As at 31 December 2023
2,426,313
15,911
2,442,224
As a131 December 2022
2,359,287
10,949
2,370,2
Debtors..
2023
2022
Prepayments
Other debtors
40,000
40,000
40,000
40,000
Creditors falling due within one year-
2023
2022
Qardo-Hasana
Taxation and Social security
Accruals
Peension provider
63,500
67,500
5,622
3,730
1.400.00
1,300
395.00
393.00
70,917
72,923
Private Loans.. "Qard Hasana" are loans from the charitls beneficiaries, which only have a
moral obligation to repay on demand, rf possible. There is no interest due or security given for
these toans.
Taxatlon:
The charitable company is exèmpl from ¢orpoffttion lax on ils ch8ri18ble activities.
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REDBRIDGE ISLAMIC CENTRE
A COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
Detailed financlal statement..
Incomlng Resources
2023
2022
Donations & others
Rental Income
Sundry income
510,615
59,430
676
570,721
526,761
58,040
1.060
585,861
Resources Expended
Salaries & Employers Nl
Ground rent, council lax, water, light & heat
Eid Prayer in th& park
Events and other services
Insurance
Printing. postage & stationary
Repairs & maintenance
Bank charges
Depreciation
Professional fees
Telephone
Charitable donalion-restricted
Accountsncy
163,335
28,190
77.409
10,647
6,104
1,876
11,543
2,726
49,931
1,102
1,322
20,110
700
374,995
147,375
20,692
65,003
5,264
6,710
1,471
4,826
2,903
48,768
1,950
1,427
30,015
700
337,104
Net income
195,726
248,757
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