The Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust Reg. Charity 1090166 Annual Report for 2020–2021
In presenting this report, the Trustees are aware of the requirement that the charity’s activities should be for the public benefit. They are satisfied that the activities, available through the Centre, including the provision of work-experience placements, meet this requirement. They also always seek to ensure that volunteers and staff are able to take advantage of suitable training opportunities.
Core activities
The resources of the charity are directed to maintaining and developing the 7Corners Centre* and various outreach activities in Abergavenny.
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The Covid 19 pandemic has severely impacted on the Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust’s normal activities over the last 12 months, with many activities being cancelled. However, the Charity has, through ingenuity, continued to keep in touch with our core group – the young people, to offer support.
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The “Sunday Diners” programme has had to be curtailed, along with the Friday night “Film Night with Chips”.
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“FareShare and other Grub” activities have grown in the last 12 months. We continue to receive the donated FareShare goods from Waitrose and Tesco Super Markets. Some of the food items have been picked up safely by our regular beneficiaries with the rest being either processed and/or delivered locally.
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“Zoom Meeting Outreach” programme has, over the 12 months, fluctuated in its take up by the young people. However we continued to have regular chats and updates from them, with Zoom, our Facebook Page, Messenger and Mobile Phone.
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The I.Y.E. festival was another victim of the Covid 19 Pandemic. Last years preparations, however, will be utilised to help make the next festival a bumper one!
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King Henry VIII School Mentoring Programme has been on hold until further notice. A training session was held on zoom, hosted by The South and Midwest Youth Division of The Salvation Army, and the ‘Starfish Mentoring Programme’ appears to be compatible with to 7Corners, i.e. Person-centred, person unique and Young Person.
The Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust Reg. Charity 1090166 Annual Report for 2020–2021
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HotSpot outreach activity has, over the last 12 months, re-booted itself several times to comply with changes in Covid 19 regulations. Due to the sad demise of the old Hot Spot Caravan, this put added pressure on making the outreach programme work. However Hot Spot/ Outreach Café events in Bailey Park at various times have been a success. The on/off firebreak/lockdown availability has been challenging for both the volunteers and the Young People, but we move forward in our activities and our plans. The easing of lockdown during the summer months enabled us to provide outreach sessions twice a week plus HotSpot activities every Saturday evening. The 7sTent@7s using tent structures outside the Café has been tested and will be a first step to getting back to normal Café activities. The Gwent Police Commissioner, again, provided funds for us to purchase a replacement up market Hot Spot Caravan, which has been refitted and is currently being resprayed. This will enable us to provide a suitable versatile venue for the Young People to meet. Although face to face work in the Centre was postponed, the Centre staff has been able to speak outside to Young People who have turned up unannounced. An Easter Outreach was carried out the evening of Saturday 3[rd] April, with Easter Goody bags handed out. Volunteers met 35 plus Young People, most of who were known to us.
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During lockdown the opportunity was taken to make the centre more COVID secure for the future, including installation of a dishwasher.
Partner organisations
Another casualty of the Covid 19 Pandemic has been the suspension of outside agencies use of our premises to meet their clients. It is hoped that some or all with resume use of this facility in the near future.
Finance
Despite it being a difficult year, due to the Covid 19 pandemic, we have continued to receive generous support from the many individual donors in the local community who support the charity through regular giving, such that income from individual donors has increased. We have also continued to receive financial support through Grants and the Local Authority which, when combined, has more than offset the reduction in income from the hire of 7 Corners centre meetings rooms, unavailable due to the Covid 19 restrictions.
Trustees
Peter Millward retired as Chair and Trustee in December 2020 after many years of dedicated service. The Trustees were unanimous in thanking him for the immense contribution he has made to the well-being and furtherance of the Centre and those involved in its work. Peter Nuttall was elected Chair in his place. Alison Stroud was elected Deputy Chair. Michael Marsden was officially recognised as Secretary of the Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust. Alan Freebury completed his first year as Treasurer. Mrs Sandy Greenslade joined as our newest Trustee. The other serving trustees include
The Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust Reg. Charity 1090166 Annual Report for 2020–2021
Mary Kennedy, Dr. Huw Morgan, Caroline Woollard, and Andrew Willie. Nick Pryor, Salvation Army continues to provide pastoral support.
Payments to trustees
There were no payments to trustees during the year.
Employees
Mrs Julie Sussex continues, efficiently and effectively, in the role of Administrator, giving excellent support to the Centre Manager, Chair and Treasurer. We are grateful that she continues to volunteer for some of the activities of the Centre
Ange Sampson continues to manage the Centre with her customary sensitive care and dedication.
Volunteers
We are grateful to the volunteers and helpers who have supported Ange in the various outreach activities and at the Centre.
Patron
Our Patron, Andrew Tuggey, the Vice-Lord Lieutenant for Gwent, continues to provide active support, and his presence at Trustees’ meetings is welcomed and appreciated.
Data protection
The Centre does not retain information about casual Centre users. Appropriate data is retained for employees, volunteers and gift-aid donors in accordance with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulations.
Conclusion
Despite the turbulent Covid 19 year, the charity has continued to fulfil its role, albeit in different ways, in providing a safe place where young people can gather in safety, receive support and guidance and, as opportunity offers, be encouraged to develop life and practical skills.
P. J. Nuttall MBE, TD, JP Chair of Trustees Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust
*The 7Corners Centre is a project funded by the Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust and is dedicated to offering hope and hospitality to all young people and to meet the mission statement of providing ‘a centre where young people can meet in safety, find help for personal development and support if in crisis.’
Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust
Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2021
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
Report to the trustees of Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (The Charities Act). It is my responsibility to
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act.
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to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions givien by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and - to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission.
An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items of disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees 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 to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair' view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
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i) to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and
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ii) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act; have not been met; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached
E A Moore FCA
Dorrell Oliver Limited Chartered Accountants Linden House Monk Street Abergavenny Monmouthshire
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
| 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2020 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notes | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | ||
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Funds | |||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| INCOMING RESOURCES | ||||||
| Grants | 1 | 24,666 | 23,404 | 48,070 | 11,570 | |
| Donations | 32,099 | 300 | 32,399 | 26,443 | ||
| Investment Income | 148 | 148 | 239 | |||
| Fund raising | 2 | 548 | 548 | 621 | ||
| Other income | 3 | 228 | 228 | 11,562 | ||
| TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES | 57,689 | 23,704 | 81,393 | 50,435 | ||
| RESOURCES EXPENDED | ||||||
| Salaries and wages | 22,934 | 5,000 | 27,934 | 26,938 | ||
| Maintenance and equipment | 4 | 633 | 8,426 | 9,059 | 11,831 | |
| Management and administration | 5 | 5,155 | 1,319 | 6,474 | 7,717 | |
| Other costs | 6 | 779 | 0 | 779 | 867 | |
| Depreciation | 552 | 552 | 552 | |||
| TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED | 29,501 | 15,297 | 44,798 | 47,905 | ||
| NET INCOMING/(OUTGOING) RESOURCES | 28,188 | 8,407 | 36,595 | 2,530 | ||
| TOTAL FUNDS BROUGHT FORWARD | 39,137 | 2,844 | 41,981 | 39,451 | ||
| TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD | 67,325 | 11,251 | 78,576 | 41,981 |
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 31 MARCH 2021
| FIXED ASSETS Sports equipment CURRENT ASSETS HSBC Current Account Affirmative Deposit Bond for charities Cash in Hand CURRENT LIABILITIES Creditors and accruals TOTAL NET CURRENT ASSETS FUNDS OF THE CHARITY RESTRICTED INCOME FUNDS UNRESTRICTED INCOME FUNDS TOTAL CHARITY FUNDS |
2021 2021 2021 2020 Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ £ 1,656 1,656 2,208 33,108 8,959 42,067 5,752 34,095 636 34,731 34,583 121 121 103 |
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| 67,325 11,251 78,576 42,646 0 -665 |
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| 67,325 11,251 78,576 41,981 |
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| 11,251 11,251 2,844 67,325 67,325 39,137 |
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| 67,325 11,251 78,576 41,981 |
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| 0 |
Note: Freehold Property
The charity purchased the freehold property 1-3 Seven Corners Lane in 2002. The purchase of this propert is not reflected in the accounts.
Note : Restricted Fund
The restricted fund relates to the following grants received and not yet spent:
Relief in Need
Police & Crime Commissioners for Gwent Wales & West Safe & Warm Fund GAVO VSEF Comic Relief Covid Emergency Funding
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
| 1. GRANTS RECEIVED Police & Crime Commissioners for Gwent Police Persimmon Community Champions The Archbishop of Wales Fund for Children Covid-19 Business Support Grant (MCC) Wales & West Safe & Warm Fund GAVO - VSEF - Comic Relief Covid 19 Emergency Funding Lockdown Non Domestic Rate Grant Community Wales Foundation Waitrose Christmas Campaign Give a Little Love Restrictions Business Fund Grant Restrictions Extention Top Up Waitrose Christmas Campaign Give a Little Love 2 Restrictions Business Fund Grant Extention Fire Break Top Up (MCC) 2. FUNDRAISING Café income Festival 3. OTHER INCOME Room hire Misc 4. MAINTENANCE Computer maintenance Computers and technology Equipment and fixtures Repairs to buildings Hotspot 5. MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION General expenses Insurance Light and heat Rent and rates Stationery Telephone Water charges 6. OTHER COSTS Café supplies |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ 15,000 15,000 1,000 1,000 454 454 10,000 10,000 1,300 1,300 1,650 1,650 1,000 1,000 5,000 5,000 333 333 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 333 333 4,000 4,000 2,000 2,000 |
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| 24,666 23,404 48,070 |
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| 548 548 0 |
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| 548 548 |
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| 195 195 33 33 |
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| 228 228 |
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| 0 282 282 15 8,404 8,419 335 335 22 22 |
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| 633 8,426 9,059 |
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| 539 125 664 1,702 72 1,774 1,661 1,661 0 40 1,123 883 1,055 1,055 158 158 |
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| 5,155 1,319 6,195 |
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| 779 779 |
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| 779 0 779 |
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Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust
Accounts
Year ended 31 March 2021
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
Report to the trustees of Bridge to Cross Charitable Trust on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (The Charities Act). It is my responsibility to
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examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act.
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to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions givien by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and - to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commission.
An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items of disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees 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 to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair' view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
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which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
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i) to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and
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ii) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act; have not been met; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached
E A Moore FCA
Dorrell Oliver Limited Chartered Accountants Linden House Monk Street Abergavenny Monmouthshire
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
| 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2020 | |||
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| Notes | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | ||
| Funds | Funds | Funds | Funds | |||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| INCOMING RESOURCES | ||||||
| Grants | 1 | 24,666 | 23,404 | 48,070 | 11,570 | |
| Donations | 32,099 | 300 | 32,399 | 26,443 | ||
| Investment Income | 148 | 148 | 239 | |||
| Fund raising | 2 | 548 | 548 | 621 | ||
| Other income | 3 | 228 | 228 | 11,562 | ||
| TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES | 57,689 | 23,704 | 81,393 | 50,435 | ||
| RESOURCES EXPENDED | ||||||
| Salaries and wages | 22,934 | 5,000 | 27,934 | 26,938 | ||
| Maintenance and equipment | 4 | 633 | 8,426 | 9,059 | 11,831 | |
| Management and administration | 5 | 5,155 | 1,319 | 6,474 | 7,717 | |
| Other costs | 6 | 779 | 0 | 779 | 867 | |
| Depreciation | 552 | 552 | 552 | |||
| TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED | 29,501 | 15,297 | 44,798 | 47,905 | ||
| NET INCOMING/(OUTGOING) RESOURCES | 28,188 | 8,407 | 36,595 | 2,530 | ||
| TOTAL FUNDS BROUGHT FORWARD | 39,137 | 2,844 | 41,981 | 39,451 | ||
| TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD | 67,325 | 11,251 | 78,576 | 41,981 |
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITIES AS AT 31 MARCH 2021
| FIXED ASSETS Sports equipment CURRENT ASSETS HSBC Current Account Affirmative Deposit Bond for charities Cash in Hand CURRENT LIABILITIES Creditors and accruals TOTAL NET CURRENT ASSETS FUNDS OF THE CHARITY RESTRICTED INCOME FUNDS UNRESTRICTED INCOME FUNDS TOTAL CHARITY FUNDS |
2021 2021 2021 2020 Unrestricted Restricted Total Total Funds Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ £ 1,656 1,656 2,208 33,108 8,959 42,067 5,752 34,095 636 34,731 34,583 121 121 103 |
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| 67,325 11,251 78,576 42,646 0 -665 |
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| 67,325 11,251 78,576 41,981 |
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| 11,251 11,251 2,844 67,325 67,325 39,137 |
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| 67,325 11,251 78,576 41,981 |
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| 0 |
Note: Freehold Property
The charity purchased the freehold property 1-3 Seven Corners Lane in 2002. The purchase of this propert is not reflected in the accounts.
Note : Restricted Fund
The restricted fund relates to the following grants received and not yet spent:
Relief in Need
Police & Crime Commissioners for Gwent Wales & West Safe & Warm Fund GAVO VSEF Comic Relief Covid Emergency Funding
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BRIDGE TO CROSS CHARITABLE TRUST NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2021
| 1. GRANTS RECEIVED Police & Crime Commissioners for Gwent Police Persimmon Community Champions The Archbishop of Wales Fund for Children Covid-19 Business Support Grant (MCC) Wales & West Safe & Warm Fund GAVO - VSEF - Comic Relief Covid 19 Emergency Funding Lockdown Non Domestic Rate Grant Community Wales Foundation Waitrose Christmas Campaign Give a Little Love Restrictions Business Fund Grant Restrictions Extention Top Up Waitrose Christmas Campaign Give a Little Love 2 Restrictions Business Fund Grant Extention Fire Break Top Up (MCC) 2. FUNDRAISING Café income Festival 3. OTHER INCOME Room hire Misc 4. MAINTENANCE Computer maintenance Computers and technology Equipment and fixtures Repairs to buildings Hotspot 5. MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION General expenses Insurance Light and heat Rent and rates Stationery Telephone Water charges 6. OTHER COSTS Café supplies |
Unrestricted Restricted Total Funds Funds Funds £ £ £ 15,000 15,000 1,000 1,000 454 454 10,000 10,000 1,300 1,300 1,650 1,650 1,000 1,000 5,000 5,000 333 333 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 333 333 4,000 4,000 2,000 2,000 |
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| 24,666 23,404 48,070 |
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| 548 548 0 |
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| 548 548 |
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| 195 195 33 33 |
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| 228 228 |
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| 0 282 282 15 8,404 8,419 335 335 22 22 |
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| 633 8,426 9,059 |
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| 539 125 664 1,702 72 1,774 1,661 1,661 0 40 1,123 883 1,055 1,055 158 158 |
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| 5,155 1,319 6,195 |
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| 779 779 |
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| 779 0 779 |
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