THE MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
CHARITY REGISTRATION NO: 1084651
THE MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
CONTENTS
For The Year Ended 31 December 2024
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| 1. | Trustees’ Report | 1-3 |
| 2. | Independent examiner’s report | 4 |
| 3. | Statement of Financial Activities | 5 |
| 4. | Statement of Financial Position | 6 |
| 5. | Notes to the Financial Statements | 7-10 |
MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
TRUSTEES REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The below Trustees were in office at the year-end:
Mr H R Khan Mr N Jaffer Dr A Mohamedali Ms Z. Mohammed (Resigned February 2025) Dr M. S. Amin (Resigned January 2025)
At the end of 2024, the entity had total closing reserves of £148,806 (2023: £70,311), of which £22,406 are free unrestricted reserves. The majority of the reserves (£137,613) existed as cash reserves at 31.12.24. The entity has embarked mainly on the media monitoring project this year and supporting national community and interfaith events delivered by the Muslim Council of Britain.
Achievements
Cente for Media Monitoring (CfMM)
Centre for Media Monitoring continued its core work of monitoring the media, submitting complaints with nine successful corrections and advocacy work in 2024. However, much of the focus was on the media’s coverage of Israel’s war on Gaza following the Oct 7th attacks in 2023.
CfMM’s monitoring team produced a groundbreaking report “Media Bias: Gaza 2023-24” based on the analysis of 200,000 articles and clips, launching it in parliament and then at the Frontline Club with a distinguished panel and audience which included politicians, editors, journalists, academics and heads of Muslim organisations. The report has been widely quoted by the media, academics and other national and international organisations. A second report looking at GB News’ coverage of Muslims and Islam also received extensive media coverage.
CfMM launched its Terminology Guide in parliament and had a follow up roundtable discussion with editors, journalists and regulators. They had high-level meetings with the BBC’s Director General, Director of News Content and Head of Policy as well as with News UK and the Chair of IPSO - sharing their work and findings. They also gave oral evidence to the BBC’s Thematic Review on Portrayal. They continued to deliver media Masterclasses at schools of journalism throughout the country and began groundbreaking work on developing an AI monitoring tool. Development measures were also put into place, working towards making the CfMM project an independent entity for 2025.
Eid with Refugees 2024
MCB delivered the annual “Eid with Refugees” campaign. This marked the second year of the initiative dedicated to supporting and collaborating with refugees through mosques, community centres, and Islamic organisations.
The “Eid with Refugees” campaign coincided with Refugee Week (17th June – 23rd June), with the theme “Our Home.” The Week’s theme highlighted the importance of providing refugees with a sense of belonging within their new communities. Inspired by this sentiment, mosques and community centres across the UK organised Eid events for refugees and asylum seekers over the weekend, 22nd-23rd June.
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
TRUSTEES REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
These celebrations aimed to create a warm and welcoming environment, allowing guests to engage in community-based festivities and experience the joyous spirit of Eid. Through these events, we sought to foster a sense of inclusion and happiness among refugees, helping them form lasting relationships with their local communities.
Visit My Mosque 2024
Mosques across the country welcomed thousands of guests during this year’s Visit My Mosque weekend, themed “Sharing Stories.”
In the aftermath of the summer riots, the MCB team visited mosques across the North, witnessing beautiful expressions of solidarity and love as communities came together to learn from one another. Commenting on the day, MCB Secretary General Zara Mohammed said:
“This has been a very special Visit My Mosque campaign, especially as communities are still healing from the aftermath of the riots. It was particularly moving to join locals in Southport, who came to show their love and support for the mosque.
This year’s campaign was about having open conversations and building understanding. I have been overjoyed by the warm welcome from mosques and by guests bringing their families to learn more.
The Imam of Southport shared a touching story about the neighbours who helped build the mosque 30 years ago, and how today their children and grandchildren have come to protect it.”
Over 200 mosques participated across different parts of the country, including several taking part for the first time. Activities varied from mosque to mosque, featuring guided tours, food challenges, exhibitions, conversations over a cup of tea, and sharing stories, all aimed at building new connections. Many wonderful moments were shared with neighbours, friends, and colleagues, marking the beginning of meaningful relationships.
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
TRUSTEES REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Trustees’ Responsibilities
The Trustees are responsible for preparing financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the organisation and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the organisation for that period. In preparing these financial statements, The Treasurer followed best practice and was required to:
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select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
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observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP 2015 (FRS 102);
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make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
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state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
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prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the organisation will continue in operation
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the organisation and following best practice enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the organisation and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Mr H R Khan Trustee
28 October 2025
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2024 which are set out on pages 5 to 9.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity’s trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material 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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accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records
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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 accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standards applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102).
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 accounts to be reached.
Iqbal Chowdhury FCCA Ipsum Accountants Ltd Chartered Certified Accountants 16 High Holborn London WC1V 6BX
28th October 2025
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCLUDING INCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
| Notes INCOMING RESOURCES: Donations and legacies 2 Other Income Total Income EXPENDITURE: Fundraising Costs 3 Charitable Activities 4 Administration Costs 5 Governance Costs 6 Total Resources Expended Net surplus/(deficit) for the Year Net Movements in Funds Total funds at 1 Jan 2024 Transfer between Funds 12 Total funds at 31 Dec 2024 |
Total 2024 Unrestricted Restricted £ £ £ 32,494 308,102 340,596 7,550 - 7,550 40,044 308,102 348,146 341 - 341 - 191,924 191,924 68,297 - 68,297 9,089 - 9,089 77,727 191,924 269,651 (37,633) 116,178 78,495 - - - 65,929 4,382 70,311 (5,840) 5,840 - 22,406 126,400 148,806 |
Total 2023 £ 131,993 4,751 |
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| 136,744 | ||
| 2,647 147,905 8,933 - |
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| 159,485 | ||
| (22,741) - 93,052 - 70,311 |
All of the charity’s activities derived from continuing operations during the above financial periods.
The charity has no recognised gains and losses other than those shown above.
The notes on pages 7 to 10 form part of these accounts.
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024
| Total 2024 | Total 2023 | ||||
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| Note | £ | £ | |||
| Current | |||||
| Assets: | |||||
| Debtors | 9 | 20,405 | 20,405 | ||
| Cash at Bank | 137,613 | 59,747 | |||
| 158,018 | 80,152 | ||||
| Creditors: | |||||
| Amounts falling due within one | |||||
| year | 10 | 9,212 | 9,841 | ||
| 9,212 | 9,841 | ||||
| Net Current Assets | 148,806 | 70,311 | |||
| Funds | |||||
| Restricted | 11 | 126,400 | 4,382 | ||
| Unrestricted | 12 | 22,406 | 65,929 | ||
| Total Funds | 148,806 | 70,311 |
The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on, 28 October 2025
Mr.H R Khan Trustee
Mr.Navshir Jaffer Trustee
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
1. Accounting Policies:
1.1 Basis of Preparation of Accounts:
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with 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) - (Charities SORP 2015 (FRS 102), and the Charities Act 2011.
Items are recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note(s). The functional currency for presentation is sterling, with balances rounded to the nearest pound.
1.2 Income:
Income is recognised in the period when the charity is entitled to it, the income can be measured reliably, and it is probable the income will be received. Donations are recognised when the charity has confirmation of the amount and settlement date. Income with performance related conditions is deferred until the conditions are fully met, or the fulfilment of those conditions is wholly within the control of the charity, and probably to be fulfilled in the period.
1.3 Expenditure Categories:
Expenditure is included in the statement of financial activities when incurred, and includes attributable VAT, which cannot be recovered. It is categorised as below:
Fundraising Expenditure
These relate to the costs of resources in running events for public collection, as well as processing fees on donation platforms.
Charitable Activity Costs:
These expenditures are for deliverance of objectives set out in the Trustees' report, and relate mainly to direct charitable work conducted, in addition to direct costs incurred in facilitating those projects.
Fundraising and Administration
Fundraising costs are those associated with sourcing or the costs of appeals to raise funds to provide the entity with resources to deliver its objectives. Administration costs relate to the costs of governance, IT, finance and other activities involved in managing the organisation.
1.4 Funds:
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the charity for particular purposes. The cost of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund.
1.5 Going Concern:
At the time of approving the accounts, the trustees have assessed that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for at least another 12 months, thus adopting the going concern basis of accounts presentation.
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS(CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
| 2 DONATIONS, LEGACIES & GRANTS General Donations Media monitoring project Islamophobia Charities Aid Foundation Room hires |
2024 Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ 32,207 - 32,207 - 304,802 304,802 - 3,300 3,300 287 - 287 7,550 - 7,550 40,044 308,102 348,146 |
2023 Total Funds £ 43,170 87,900 - 923 4,751 |
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| 136,744 |
| 3 Fundraising costs Platform commissions and charges Fundraising consultancy 4 Charitable activity costs Media monitoring project Visit My Mosque Islamophobia Kickstart 5 Administration costs Event expenses Rent Computer expenses Office utilities Subscriptions Insurance Accountancy Consulting Fees |
2024 2023 £ £ 341 647 - 2,000 |
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| 341 2,647 |
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| 2024 2023 £ £ 178,402 120,349 5,000 - 8,522 - - 27,556 |
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| 191,924 147,905 |
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| 2024 2023 £ £ 7,000 4,920 18,842 1,059 4,017 257 714 630 151 192 1,529 875 1,200 1,000 34,844 - |
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| 68,297 8,933 |
6 Governance costs
Legal advice
| 2024 | 2023 |
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| £ | £ |
| 9,089 | - |
| 9,089 | - |
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS(CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
| 7 Staff emoluments Total wages and salaries Employer's NIC and Pensions Direct Charitable Others Avg No of employees: Admin Avg No of employees: Direct |
2024 £ 98,516 11,660 110,176 110,176 - 110,176 0 3 3 None |
2023 £ 43,000 2,023 |
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| 45,023 | ||
| 33,023 12,000 |
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| 45,023 | ||
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| None |
No employees were paid in excess of £60,000 during the current year and previous year
8 Trustees and related party transactions
No Trustees, or any persons connected to them, received any renumeration or benefits from the charity
9 Debtors
| Amounts falling due within one year: Rent deposits Trade debtors Other debtors |
2024 2023 £ £ 4,726 4,726 - - 15,679 15,679 |
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| 20,405 20,405 |
Other debtors include a loan with the Muslim Council of Britain, which is repayable on demand.
10 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
| Creditors: amounts falling due within one year | |
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| PAYE Pensions Accruals and deferred income |
2024 2023 £ £ 7,585 6,976 427 1,865 1,200 1,000 |
| 9,212 9,841 |
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MUSLIM COUNCIL OF BRITAIN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS(CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
11 Restricted funds
| Media Monitoring Project Visit My Mosque Islamophobia |
Balance at Incoming Resources Balance at |
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| 01/01/2024 resources expended Transfers 31/12/2024 |
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| £ £ £ £ £ |
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| - 304,802 178,402 - 126,400 |
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| 4,382 - 5,000 618 - |
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| - 3,300 8,522 5,222 - |
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| 4,382 308,102 191,924 5,840 126,400 |
12 Movement in funds
| As at 1 Jan 2024 Current year Current year transfer As at 31 December 2024 |
Unrestricted Restricted |
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| Funds Funds Total |
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| £ £ £ |
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| 65,929 4,382 70,311 |
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| (37,683) 116,178 78,495 |
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| (5,840) 5,840 - |
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| 22,406 126,400 148,806 |
13 Events after the reporting period
There are no significant events to report after 31[st] December 2024.
14 Retirement benefits
The charity is enrolled in a defined contribution pension scheme. Employer contributions are recognised as an expense, as part of total staff emoluments.
15 Volunteers
The charity benefited from unpaid work from volunteers during the year.
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