Charity registration number 1083426 (England and Wales) Company registration number 04089206
CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
| Trustees | Mr M W A Roberts | |
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| Mr Bilal Bham | ||
| Mr M S Patel | ||
| Mr M Kenny | ||
| Mr S A Selant | ||
| Mr A James | ||
| A Ismail | (Appointed 15 April 2025) | |
| F Bohannon | (Appointed 15 April 2025) | |
| A Gurjee | (Appointed 15 April 2025) | |
| Company Secretary | A Ismail | |
| Charity number (England and Wales) | 1083426 | |
| Company number | 04089206 | |
| Principal address | Catherine Beckett Community Centre | |
| Deepdale Enclosure | ||
| Preston | ||
| Lancashire | ||
| PR1 5AR | ||
| Registered office | Catherine Beckett Community Centre | |
| Deepdale Enclosure | ||
| Preston | ||
| Lancashire | ||
| PR1 5AR | ||
| Independent examiner | Xeinadin | |
| Ground Floor, Citygate | ||
| Longridge Road | ||
| Preston | ||
| PR2 5BQ |
CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
CONTENTS
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| Trustees' report | 1 - 3 |
| Independent examiner's report | 4 |
| Statement of financial activities | 5 |
| Balance sheet | 6 |
| Notes to the financial statements | 7 - 13 |
CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the Catherine Beckett Community Centre's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)".
Objectives and activities
The objectives of the charity as stated in the governing document are as follows:
To promote the benefit of the inhabitants of the area of benefit without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race or political, religious or other opinions by associating together the said inhabitants and the local authorities, voluntary and other organisations in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation with the object of improving the conditions of life for the said inhabitants; and
To establish or secure the establishment of a community centre and to maintain and manage the same.
The principal activity of the company is that of supporting and promoting the needs of the local community.
Public benefit
The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the Catherine Beckett Community Centre should undertake.
Achievements and performance
Significant activities and achievements against objectives
Achievements, Challenges and Opportunities:
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Executive Committee remained at full strength with improved work share distribution.
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Discussions to renew / extend the lease beyond 2026 with Preston City Council continued.
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Process for re-newel of the Nursery sub-lease begun.
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Working with professional consultants to improve and re-develop the Centre continued.
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Business Plan published.
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Process of reviewing and updating Policies and Procedures continued, gaps identified and additional documents created as appropriate.
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Online Booking System being fully utilised and shortfalls identified and remains integrated with the Centre’s web site.
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Process to replace Booking System supplier begun.
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Free use granted to a number of small groups to encourage diversity and meet identified community need. Where possible, avenues of funding explored to cover hall rental costs.
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Successful funding bids for:
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Replacement speaker / audio system
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Comfortable seating for elderly users
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Tables for educational use
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
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Overhead costs continually reviewed and action taken when necessary to reduce those costs.
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Preparation work for funding bids continues and potential funders being identified.
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Name change to Catherine Beckett Community Centre complete and winning logo design adopted.
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Process to replace the Governing Document begun in line with Charity Commission model documents begun.
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Staffing level requirements reviewed process of employing additional part-time staff begun.
Ongoing Projects:
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Online Booking system improvements to be assessed and implemented accordingly during 2025 / 2026.
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Online presence regularly assessed and improved.
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The Centre remains a ‘Living Wage’ employer.
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Research into relocating the Centre’s toilets and building renovation to include a new Community Café / shared space and funding bids.
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Relocated office space to be explored, possibly in partnership with other interested groups.
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Community garden creation to be explored, possibly in partnership with other interested groups.
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New office space placing the toilet area and replacement Portakabin or other suitable structure continues.
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Working in partnership with user groups and external organisations to improve the Centre’s facilities and to improve its profile.
In Addition:
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Preston Childsplay continues to provide child nursery provision.
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Preston and Fulwood Boxing Club continue to operate in the Centre.
Of Note:
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Increased competition for the private hire functions; the 'small' size of the Main Hall may either:
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prove to be a disadvantage in the future, or
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prove to be an advantage for those looking for a more 'intimate' venue.
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Funding opportunities to further develop the Centre may arise in the future. A new feasibility study may be required to ensure the local community's needs are met.
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A volunteer database needs to be established. Volunteers could provide new ideas and direction in how the Centre is managed and developed.
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An ongoing succession plan needs to be developed to secure the long term future of the Centre.
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Significant progress has been made in lease & sub-lease negotiations, funding applications and Centre improvement plans that fall outside the scope of the reporting period of this Trustee Report.
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Financial review
Reserves policy
It is the policy of the Catherine Beckett Community Centre that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six month’s expenditure. The trustees consider that reserves at this level will ensure that, in the event of a significant drop in funding, they will be able to continue the Catherine Beckett Community Centre’s current activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised. This level of reserves has been maintained throughout the year.
Structure, governance and management
The Catherine Beckett Community Centre was incorporated on 12 October 2000 as Greater Deepdale Community Association, a company limited by guarantee (Company number 4089206) and registered as a charity on 15 November 2000 (Charity number 1083426).
The company is governed by the policies made from time to time by trustees together with the terms of its Memorandum and Articles of Association which sets out the objects and powers of the company.
The trustees actively review the major risk which the charity faces on a regular basis and believe that maintaining reserves at current levels, combined with an annual review of the controls over key financial systems, will provide sufficient resources in the event of adverse conditions. The trustees have also examined other operational and business risks faced by the charity and confirm that they have established systems to mitigate the significant risks.
The trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were:
Mr M W A Roberts Mr Bilal Bham Mr M S Patel Mr M Kenny Mr S A Selant Mr A James A Ismail (Appointed 15 April 2025) F Bohannon (Appointed 15 April 2025) A Gurjee (Appointed 15 April 2025) Ms S Thackeray (Resigned 12 September 2025)
Recruitment and appointment of trustees
There are informal procedures in place for induction and training of new trustees. Trustees are also encouraged to attend external briefings and training courses.
The trustees' report was approved by the Board of Trustees.
Mr Bilal Bham
8 April 2026
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
TO THE TRUSTEES OF CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Catherine Beckett Community Centre (the Catherine Beckett Community Centre) for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the trustees of the Catherine Beckett Community Centre (and also its directors for the purposes of company law), you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.
Having satisfied myself that the financial statements of the Catherine Beckett Community Centre are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006 and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the Catherine Beckett Community Centre’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act 2011.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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1 accounting records were not kept in respect of the Catherine Beckett Community Centre as required by section 386 of the Companies Act 2006.
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2 the financial statements do not accord with those records; or
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3 the financial statements do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 other than any requirement that the financial statements give a true and fair view, which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or
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4 the financial statements have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities applicable to charities preparing their financial statements in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102).
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the financial statements to be reached.
Xeinadin
Ground Floor, Citygate Longridge Road Preston PR2 5BQ 9 April 2026
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| funds | funds | ||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| Notes | £ | £ | |
| Income and endowments from: | |||
| Donations and legacies | 2 | 35,003 | 350 |
| Charitable activities | 3 | 53,230 | 31,339 |
| Other income | 4 | 463 | 223 |
| Total income | 88,696 | 31,912 | |
| Expenditure on: | |||
| Charitable activities | 5 | 42,539 | 45,502 |
| Total expenditure | 42,539 | 45,502 | |
| Net income/(expenditure) and movement in funds | 46,157 | (13,590) | |
| Reconciliation of funds: | |||
| Fund balances at 1 April 2024 | 24,742 | 38,332 | |
| Fund balances at 31 March 2025 | 70,899 | 24,742 |
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
| Notes Fixed assets Tangible assets 10 Current assets Debtors 11 Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 12 Net current assets Total assets less current liabilities The funds of the Catherine Beckett Community Centre Unrestricted funds 13 |
2025 £ 11,934 49,235 61,169 (2,227) |
£ 11,957 58,942 70,899 70,899 70,899 |
2024 £ 5,431 12,531 17,962 (972) |
£ 7,752 16,990 |
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| 24,742 | ||||
| 24,742 | ||||
| 24,742 |
The company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.
The financial statements were approved by the trustees on 8 April 2026
Mr Bilal Bham
Company registration number 04089206 (England and Wales)
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1 Accounting policies
Charity information
Catherine Beckett Community Centre is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is Catherine Beckett Community Centre, Deepdale Enclosure, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 5AR.
1.1 Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Catherine Beckett Community Centre's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 "The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland" and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)". The Catherine Beckett Community Centre is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The Catherine Beckett Community Centre has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities not to prepare a statement of cash flows.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the Catherine Beckett Community Centre. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, [modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value]. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
1.2 Going concern
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Catherine Beckett Community Centre has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
1.3 Charitable funds
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.
Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the Catherine Beckett Community Centre.
1.4 Income
Income is recognised when the Catherine Beckett Community Centre is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.
Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the Catherine Beckett Community Centre has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the Catherine Beckett Community Centre has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1 Accounting policies
(Continued)
1.5 Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement, and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.
Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges are allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.
1.6 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
Leasehold improvements 25% straight line basis Plant and equipment 15% reducing balance Fixtures and fittings 15% reducing balance Computers 20% straight line basis
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in the statement of financial activities.
1.7 Impairment of fixed assets
At each reporting end date, the Catherine Beckett Community Centre reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).
1.8 Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.
1.9 Financial instruments
The Catherine Beckett Community Centre has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the Catherine Beckett Community Centre's balance sheet when the Catherine Beckett Community Centre becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1 Accounting policies
(Continued)
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
Derecognition of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities are derecognised when the Catherine Beckett Community Centre’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.
1.10 Employee benefits
The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.
Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the Catherine Beckett Community Centre is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.
1.11 Retirement benefits
Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.
2 Income from donations and legacies
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | |
|---|---|---|
| funds | funds | |
| 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Grants | 35,003 | 350 |
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
3 Income from charitable activities
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| funds | funds | ||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Rental income | |||
| Rental income | 53,230 | 31,339 | |
| 4 | Other income | ||
| Unrestricted | Unrestricted | ||
| funds | funds | ||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Bank Interest | 463 | 223 | |
| 5 | Expenditure on charitable activities | ||
| Charitable | Charitable | ||
| expenditure | expenditure | ||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Direct costs | |||
| Staff costs | 7,059 | - | |
| Depreciation and impairment | 2,353 | 1,295 | |
| 9,412 | 1,295 | ||
| Share of support and governance costs (see note 6) | |||
| Support | 33,127 | 44,207 | |
| 42,539 | 45,502 | ||
| Analysis by fund | |||
| Unrestricted funds | 42,539 | 45,502 |
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
6 Support costs allocated to activities
| Staff costs Rent, rates & water Insurance Light and heat Telephone Postage and stationary Sundries and bank charges Cleaning Other support costs Governance costs Analysed between: Charitable expenditure Governance costs comprise: Accountancy Legal and professional |
2025 £ - 2,298 3,355 11,320 688 - 2,610 684 5,798 6,374 33,127 33,127 2025 £ 1,502 4,872 6,374 |
2024 £ 20,800 2,271 2,860 9,831 1,581 231 2,183 1,505 1,649 1,296 |
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| 44,207 | ||
| 44,207 | ||
| 2024 £ 1,296 - |
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| 1,296 |
7 Trustees
None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration or benefits from the Catherine Beckett Community Centre during the year.
8 Employees
The average monthly number of employees during the year was:
| 2025 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Number | Number | |
| 2 | 1 | |
| Employment costs | 2025 | 2024 |
| £ | £ | |
| Wages and salaries | 6,981 | 20,800 |
| Other pension costs | 78 | - |
| 7,059 | 20,800 |
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
8 Employees
(Continued)
There were no employees whose annual remuneration was more than £60,000.
9 Taxation
The charity is exempt from taxation on its activities because all its income is applied for charitable purposes.
10 Tangible fixed assets
| Leasehold improvements Plant and equipment Fixtures and fittings £ £ £ Cost At 1 April 2024 9,014 - 92,218 Additions 750 3,192 - At 31 March 2025 9,764 3,192 92,218 Depreciation and impairment At 1 April 2024 9,014 - 84,466 Depreciation charged in the year 188 479 1,163 At 31 March 2025 9,202 479 85,629 Carrying amount At 31 March 2025 562 2,713 6,589 At 31 March 2024 - - 7,752 11 Debtors Amounts falling due within one year: Trade debtors Other debtors Prepayments and accrued income 12 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Other taxation and social security Other creditors Accruals and deferred income |
Computers £ - 2,616 2,616 - 523 523 2,093 - 2025 £ 3,297 784 7,853 11,934 2025 £ - 1,448 779 2,227 |
Total £ 101,232 6,558 |
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| 107,790 | ||
| 93,480 2,353 |
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| 95,833 | ||
| 11,957 | ||
| 7,752 | ||
| 2024 £ 3,298 1,284 849 |
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| 5,431 | ||
| 2024 £ 198 - 774 |
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| 972 |
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CATHERINE BECKETT COMMUNITY CENTRE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
13 Unrestricted funds
The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.
| At General funds General funds Previous year: At General funds |
1 April 2024 Incoming resources Resources expended At 31 March 2025 £ £ £ £ 24,742 88,696 (41,263) 72,175 - - (1,276) (1,276) 24,742 88,696 (42,539) 70,899 1 April 2023 Incoming resources Resources expended At 31 March 2024 £ £ £ £ 38,332 31,912 (45,502) 24,742 |
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14 Related party transactions
There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2024 - none).
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