Registered number- 04973993
Charity number". 1104649
Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Unaudited
Trustees. report and financial statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025

Relatlonships Medway and North Kent Ltd
foymerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Contents
Page
Reference and administrative details of the Companys Its Trustees and advisers
Trustees, report
Independent examiner's report
Statement of financial activities
2-12
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14
Balance sheet
15
Notes to the financial statements
16-24

Relatlonships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Reference and administrative details of the Company, its Trustees and advisers
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Trustees
D McDonald, Chair
L Strong. Trustee
A Street, Trustee (resigned 2 November 2024)
Company registered
number
04973993
Charity reglstered
number
1104649
Registered offlce
2nd Floor
Kingsley House
37-39 Balmoral Road
Gillingham
Kent
ME7 4PF
Company secretary
Sakina Lowe
Medway Councll
Representatlva
Cllr W Purdy
Accountants
Kreston Reeves LLP
Chartered Accountants
Maritime Place
Quayside
Chatham Maritime
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4QZ
Independent Examiner
Samantha Rouse FCCA DChA
K￿StOn Reeves LLP
Maritime Place
Chatham Marrtime
Kent
ME4 4QZ
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees. report
For the year ended 31 March 2025
The Truslees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the Company for the 1 April
2024 to 31 March 2025. The Annual report seNes the purposes of both a Trustees, report and a directors, report
under company law. The Trustees confirm that the Annual report and financial slalements of the charitable
company comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charitable company's
governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORPI applicable to
charities preparing their accounls in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019).
Our statement of
ur
ose
Relationships. purpose is to help people lo make those personal changes which enable them to engage in
committed and loving relationships for the benefit of Ihemselves, their family and society.
Relationships, Vislon is of a future in which healthy relationships are actively promoted as the basis of a
thriving society.
Our mlsslon is to develop and support healthy relalionships by..
Helping couples, families, and individuals to make relationships work better.
Delivering inclusive, high-quality Se￿iceS that are relevant at every stage of life.
Helping both the public and policymakers to improve their understanding of relationships and what makes
them flourish.
Our values
Be Human
We respect everyone and value all relationship5. We listen and support people to make positive changes in their
lives.
Be Connected
We're in touch with the world around us and use evidence to explain why relationships matter.
We collaborate lo provide great services for all our communities.
Be Smart
We keep things simple and focus on what works. We put our clients first and maximise every penny for their
benefit.
How we hel . Our core services
Relationshlp counselling: helping couples and individuals to respond to issues arising from their relationships.
Our counsellors help people discuss their feelings. atliludes and expectations. and help with communication and
problem solving. We aim to empower clients by increasing their understanding so that they can go on lo make
choices about how they can manage their relalionships.
Psychosexual (Sex) therapy: an assessment and Ireatment program which enables our clients lo address the
physical, emotional and psychological issues asscKialed with sex. This usually means designing a sequence of
tasks and exercises for a couple or an individual to complete at home. The sex therapist discusses progress at
each session and works al Ihe client's own pace
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Relatlonships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees. report (continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Famlly Counselling: to help family members of all ages, situations and dynamics in resolving difficulties and
concerns in their relationships with one another. We support clients by increasing their understanding of each
other's needs and improving communication, both within the couple relationship and across generations.
Children and Young People's counselling: helps children and young people {5-25-yearuolds) explore and
develop coping strategies for issues such as family breakdown, bullying and peer relationships, bereavement,
the formation of new families or the absence of a family member in their lrfe.
Education and Learning: to provide people with the knowledge and skills needed for personal and professional
development. This is part of our preventative work, to ensure we are helping people to boost or maintain their
relationships as opposed to just helping when things get tough.
uallt Assurance and accredltatlon
Relationships Medway and North Kent counselling and psychotherapy services are BACP accredited (108426)
and subject to its Ethical Framework for Good Practice in counselling and psychotherapy and professional
conduct procedure.
We are in our third five-year term of accredited services status and are subject to annual monitoring. In addition
to BACP Relationships MT8 uses PQASSO (Practical Quality Assurance Syslem for Small Organisationsl as a
quality assurance standard.
Psychosexual therapy is covered by COSRT {College of Sexual and Relationship Therapists) Code of Ethics and
Principles of Good Practice.
Family counselling is covered by the AFT {The Association for Family Therapy and Systemic Practice in the UK)
Code of Ethics and Practice.
Structure, Governance and Management
The charity is constituted as a company limited by guarantee, not having a share capital. 11 Is governed by ils
Memorandum and Articles of Association adopted on 1210912003, as amended by Special Resolution of the
members on 23 October 2009.
The Board of Trustees is the governing body of Relationships Medway and North Kent. It is responsible for..
Developing and maintalning the structure for Relationships Medway & North Kent to deliver
against its charitable objects
Governlng Relationships Medway & North Kent in line with Its vision. aims and charitable
objectives and to provide overall policy directlon
The overall governance and strategic direction of the charity, developing its aims. objectives and
goals In accordance with the Artlcles of Association, legal requirements and regulatory guldelines
The Board is collectively responsible for promoting the success of Ihe Charity by direding and supeNising the
Charity's affairs. Its role is to provide leadership within a fvamework of prudenl and effective controls, which
enable risk to be assessed and managed. The Board of Trustees delegates the day-to4ay responsibility of the
management and control of the Charity and its funds to the Gent￿ Director.
All expenditure is approved by the Board of Trustees and requires that full accounting records be maintained
with monthly financial and operating reports to ensure that all Griteria for spending the funds of the charily are
fully met. The Executive Committee reviews the latest management accounts al each meeting. The Executive
Committee meets a minimum of four times a year on a quarterly basis.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limlted by guarantee)
Trustees. report (continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Sub-groups are established on a short-lerm basis where particularly high risk or high importance projects require
closer oversight and scrutiny. {E.g. Stralegic sub-group, Finance sub-group)
These groups report to the Board of Trustees
Appointment of Trustees
As set out in the Articles of Association the Trustees may appoint any qualifying person to become 3 trustee, any
person appointed shall hold office until the following Annual General Meeting and shall then be eligible for re-
election. All Relationships MNK Trustees give their time voluntarily and receive no benefits from the charity,
Induction and training for Trustees
New Trustees are sought wilh regard lo any specialist skills required. New Trustees are briefed on their legal
obligations under company and charity law, the Memorandum and Articles of Association, the Committee and
the decision-making process, recent performance and strategic plans. They are encouraged to attend
appropriate training and to spend time at the centre. Feedback about the charily's performance and suggestions
for improvement and change are welcomed.
Rlsk Management
The Trustees are responsible for the management of the risks faced by the Charity. Sub committees are formed
lo deal with risk and assessment. We assess and regularly review the major risks to which we are exposed by
means of an operational risk register, which is regularly reviewed by the management team and Trustees. We
are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate our exposure.
The Trustees are monitoring the risks, which include:
Loss cf significant income from funding bodies {i.e. Local authorities, NHS, Trusts) and lack of ability to
grow and generate diverse unrestricted income
Being unable lo provide sufficient counsellors to match growth in Se￿1￿ output
Unplanned and rapid changes among our small management and administrative staff team
Further reduction in what our clients are able to afford to pay for counselling. against increasing costs
Ensuring that momentum and guidance provided by the Board of Trustees is maintained
A reduction in the support and strategy provided by Relate Limited
Not having the righl people with the right skills, atlitudes and behaviours lo deliver the strategy across the
whole organization
Accommodation changes due to lease5 ending
Growing competition from other counselling providers
The Business Plan and Strategic Plan address these issues and try to keep a step ahead in finding solutions to
minimise the risk lo the organisation. A key element in our managemenl of financial risk is the selting and
regular review of the reserves policy (see Financial Review).
Objectlves, Actlvities, and Public Benefit
The company is 2 charitable organisalion providing relationship counselling to adults, families, children, and
young people for the public benefit.
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Relationship5 Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known a5 Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees, report {continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2025
The objects of the charily as set out in the governing document are:
To educate Ihe public conceming the benefits of secure couple relationships, marriage and family life in
order to improve the emotional, sexual and spiritual well-being of individuals, which is derived from
committed relationships.
To provide counselling, advice, education. guidance and relief to adults andl or children in relation to any
aspect of contemporary life or work which may prejudice their physical or mental wellbeing, and influence,
either directly or indirectty, their present or future family or couple relationship.
To seek to enhance the good health. both mental and physical of adults and children by increasing
awareness of the benefits of commitled relationships. Furthermore working to prevent poverty, hardship
and distress caused by breakdown of such relationships.
The trustees have complied with section 17{5) of the Charities Act 2011 to give due regard lo the Charity
Commission's general guidan￿ on public benefit when reviewing the charivs aims and objectives and in
planning ils future activities.
Achievements and performance 2024-2025
Relationships Medway & North Kent..
Delivered 3,228 counselling hours
Delivered 1,007 free counselling sessions for young people
Supported 2,590 People
Ongoing appointments with couples and individuals
Remote & in-person accessible family counselling sessions
Individual structured interviews (domestic Violen￿ l abuse inteNention assessments)
A team of 5 Relationships Counsell￿S work across our Medway and North Kent locations. Our primary
Headquarters is in Gillingham
We deliver services across the local authority areas of..
Medway
Dartford
Gravesham
Bexley
Swale
We only continue to be able to offer seNces at reduced rates to people in distress thanks lo trusls, foundations
and donors who financially support our Bursary Funding Scheme. A number of our clients are able lo meet the
cost of counselling but many are nol. These vital supporters are listed in full at the end of this report.
Relationships Medway & North Kent maintains contracted commissioned work alongside the self-referring client
work. This work is detailed in the following summary of ourwork this year.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees, report {¢ontinuedl
For the year ended 31 March 2025
IAPT {Improving Access to Psychological Therapies)- Couple Therapy for Depression
IAPT is run by the NHS in England, and provides NICE approved evidence based therapies for people with
anxiety or depression. Couple Therapy for Depression {CTD} is a type of talking therapy developed to help
people SLtffering from depression and anxiety.
We receiv8 referrals from Healthy Minds after their initial assessment considers CTD to be the most appropriate
therapy for the patient and their partner.
The therapy is for up to 20 sessions and is for people who have a regular partner and where the relationship may
contribute lo the development or maintenance of their depression and distress.
Alm of IAPT Couple Therapy for Depression ICTDI
Couple Therapy for Depression aims to improve the overall quality of a couple's relationship, as poor relationship
quality is known lo be a precipitating factor in depression. Couple therapy can help people with IheSr relalionship
and emotional difficulties that sometimes flow from problems between partners.
Trainlng for IAPT CTD
IAPT recognises two forms of couple therapy and supports training courses Sn each. One closely follows the
behavioural couple therapy model (Don 8aucom). The other is an integrative- behavioural evidence based
treatment (Tavistock Relationships}. Flelationships MNK have practitioners qualified in both therapies.
Crlterla for CTD
Mild to moderate depression in onelboth partners
Relationship distress identified
No domestic abuse or other safety issues identified including suicidal behaviours.
Not for people who are not misusing alcohol or illicit drugs to an exlent that it affects their ability to
undertake or make use of talking treatment
Not suitable for people who have a personalily diagnosis that is active or other severe psychopalhologies.
The Therapeutic Approach
CTD focuses on the relational aspects of depression and works on the precipitating and maintaining elements of
the couple relationship which are known lo have a direct effect on the incidence of depression, in order to reduce
stress and increase support wilhin the couple'.-
Improving communication
Coping with stre55
Managing feelings
Changing behaviour
Solving problems
Promoting acceptance
Revising perceptions
The model allows for joint and individual assessment sessions and a j(Nnt formulation session, followed by on-
going sessions up to a lotal of 20. It is delivered al Slep 3 level for patients with mild to moderate depression a
high intensity inteNention, in accordan￿ wilh NICE and IAPT guidelines.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees, report {continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Continulng Professional Development for Relationships MNK counsellors in 2024-25
Mental Illness and its treatment
Conversations around Intimacy
Child Sexual Exploitation
Understanding Stepfamilies.. A practical guide lor professionals working with blended families
Online Relationship Leaming modules available- Child Protection and Safeguarding (Level 1), Mental
Health Awareness, Domestic Abuse and Violence. Suicidal Risk and support. Client informed feedback,
Substance and Misuse, Gender and Sexual Diversity, Be￿aVernent and Loss, Disordered Personalities,
Counselling with a Sexual Focus, Emotionally Focused Therapy.
Eating Disorders in young people
Fundraising
Detailed data underpins our ability to demonstrate to new, potential and existing funders the difference their
donations make in specific geographical communilies.
We are grateful for the continued support of most of our local authorities who recognise the contribution
Relationships MNK makes to community cohesion and resilience. and to the well-being of individuals.
We are developing detailed 'projects' to meet the increasingly specific requirements of potential funders for
stand-alone projects rather than general funding pots.
Our plans to raise awareness of our services in our communities have progressed wilh the production of new
postcard-style fliers, posters and a successful bid for funding for a Mobile Community Information stand.
We continue to look at new potential sources for grants and donat￿nS and will be grateful for any suggestions
from Trustees.
Publicity
We are gratefLFI for the support of our local media in covering what has been an informative year- We have a
regular slot in the Medway Messenger and our platforms on Facebook and twilter have more potential but soak
up resource.
Acknowledgements
The Trustees thank Ihe Counsellors, clinical supervisors, appointment staff. evening receptionists, and volunteers
who work together for the benefit of our local communities.
Thank you to the Relationships RMK counsellors during 2024-2025.
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Relatlonship5 Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees. report (continuedl
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Sincere thanks to the local authorities, trusts, organisations and individuals who have financially supported us in
2024-2025:
Kent Cornmunlty Foundatlon
The Mrs Smith and Mount Foundatlon
Schr8ler Foundatlon
Albert Hunt Trust
Financial Review
ReseNes pollcy
The Trustees consider that reserves, which are deemed freely available for any of the charitls Objectives,
should best be used to provide a solid business base for the Company. Allowance have been made for the
following factors in determining the current level of reserves.
The Charity rents its offices from Medway CA8, paying a monthly rental fee as agreed.
As the receipt of grants and contracted income can occasionally be later than planned, there is a need to
provide short-term financial cover, to allow for the payment of on-going costs, until grants are eventually
received.
The futUTe of the Charity is partly dependent upon sufficient funds being provided by local and national
government. As these providers of income are subject to the vag8ries of government spending and the
general economic climate, il is possible that the cash flow could slow down significantly, or dry up totally,
dependent upon the competing calls on limited resources. In the case of closure, il is deemed prudent lo
allow for the following factors.
Statutory redundancy of the staff.
Payment of costs on premises, and associated items until the lease or license can be
assigned, or the lease expires, whichever is the sooner.
Payment of outstanding liabilities.
The Reserves Policy is reviewed by the Trustee5 at least annually. The Trustees can, at any future date,
determine that a part of the reserves can be utilised for a specific purpose, in which case those funds would be
treated as designated funds
Review of resenies pollcy
Reserves are monitored at every quarterty meeting of the Finance and Resources Sub Committee, the
Committee will ensure thal reserves are not unduly affected by unanticipated expenses and are sufficient for the
needs identified in this reserves policy.
This rese￿e$ policy is monitored by the Board of Trustees annually when the Audited Accounts become
available, or more frequently as circumstances dictate.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guaranteel
Trustees, report (continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Restricted Funds
The Charity occasionally receives Grants from Corporate Bodies and other Charitable Trusts for specific
projects. The use of funds outside the terms of the conlract is prohibited. with the balance of funds to be
returned on completion of the contract. Current restricted Funds stand at £2,375 and will be held to meet any
unanticipated expenses associated with the specific projects.
Unrestricted Funds
The Trustees believe that Medway Volunteer Centre should hold financial reserves in order to ensure that the
charity can continue to operate and meet the needs of dients of unforeseen and potentially financially damaging
circumstances arising. Current Unreslricted funds stand at £28,767
We are working tirelessly to achieve an overall Resetves fTrgure of £50,000 this wll involve expanding the
SeNice, and increasing our counselling sessions as well as Outreaches in the Communily.
The Trustees consider that it would be prudent to set aside an amount equivalent to three months operating
expenditure lo meel the cost of contractual arrangements should there be a short term break in funding., this is
estimated at £10,000.
Deslgnated Funds
In addition, unrestricted funds have been designated to Ihe following purposes..
Equipment ReseNe. The Board considers that there is a need for a reserve lo be Created to support the ongoing
replacement of the IT infrastructure at Medway Volunteer Cenlre. The reserve to stand at £2,500.
Contractual Commitment reserve
At present, the Board does not consider that there is a need to 58t aside funds for redundancy. However, the
Board to create a reserve to cover disciplinary andlor grievan￿ al £2,000.
Our major source of funding has been from Medway Council in addition to our role as a Projecl Medway partner.
We have also received grants from a number of charitable organisations.
The major risks which the charity is subjecl to are regularly reviewed by the trustees and, as a consequence,
systems are in place to mitigate those risks. A major risk is considered to be that of continued funding, and in
order to reduce the impact of any such reduction, it is still the intention of the trustees to double the operalional
resetve. At this level, the trustees feel that they would be able to continue the current activities of the charity in
the event of a significant fall in the level of funding for a period of approximately six calendar monlhs,. Ihis would
then provide sufficient time lo consider how the funding would be replaced, or services changed.
Premises
The Board considers that there is no need foT a reserve at this this time.
Principal Funding
Our principal funders are Medway Council from whom we receive OLFr core funding together with funds for
additiona5 specific projects and the legal Service Commission who Contract with us to provide free legal advice to
local residents.
Please see Financial Statements in the section for detailed infomiation.
We have applied for local Government Grants to assist us with keeping the Centre open.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
lormerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees, report (continued)
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Relationships Medway & North Kent-who benefits:
Young People
By improving the relationship skills of people of all ages and backgrounds. including their listening skills, we
improve their skills in communicating with and building relationships with people across communities. Our
Counselling, including for children and young adults, teaches skills, which has a life-long impact, enables
amicable co-parenting and improves wider relationships.
Relationships for all ages
There is no upper age restriclion on our ServI￿S and our couples and families counselling benefits children of all
ages.
Mental health & well-belng
We work in close collaboration with local mental health services and aim to offer early int&￿entIOn to tackle
growing problems that may escalate if not dealt with appropriate￿ and timely. One client says.- '1 have really
benefited from the sessions and feel much more mentally resilient to cope with life challenges., We also provide
specialist counselling for people with life- limiting conditions and their families Icarers.
People suffering abuse
Counsellors are trained lo identify victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse, including children, and liaise
with specialist agencies to make referrals.
Disadvantaged & deprived people & famllies
We see the impact of economic stress on relationships and families, and our Bursary Funding Scheme enSU￿S
thal clients have access to professional counselling regardless of their ability lo pay.
People with long.term & life-limiting condltions & carers
Our counsellors are trained in specific skills to provide relationship support lo patients and family members who
are carers andl or whose relationship faces challenges and changes in the face of a medical diagnosis, such as
cancer.
Drug and alcohol
Counsellors liaise with specialist agencies to refer people whose relationships are affected by drug or alcohol
addiction.
FUTURE PLANS
Our M8in focus in the coming year is Suslainability- the Cost of Living Crisis has brought us additional long term
challenges that continue to resonate across our service both internally and amongst our service users. We
continue to work with our Funders and Partners to ensure our long term future is secure so we can continue to
provide the much needed SeNices to the Community in Medway.
Following the administration of the national Relate organisatron and Ihe resulting name change lo Relationships
Medway & North Kent, the Trustees have engaged in a series of constructive discu53ions Wlth the Board of
Medway Volunteer Centre {MVC} about a potential merger. These conversations have been positive and
forward-thinking, with both Boards recognising the opportunity to create a stronger, more resilient and
community-focused organisation.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
IA company limited by guarantee)
Trustees, report (continued
For the year ended 31 March 2025
For Relationships Medway & North Kent, this merger presents several key benefits..
Wider servlce reach.. Integrating with MVC enables us to expand beyond traditional counselling, offering
holistic wellbeing support that includes volunleer-led transport, dementia-friendly se￿ices, and community
engagement projects.
Increased funding potential: A merged organisation wilh a broader remil will be better positioned to
attract larger grants, contiacts, and partnerships
particularly from health and local authority
commissioners.
Operational stabillty.. Sharing resources and infrastructure will reduce overheads and improve financial
sustainability.
Unlfied identlty: A single, locally rooted organisation enhances public visibility, trust, and impacl.
Community-first approach.. Together, we can deliver more inclusive, accessible, and preventalive
services that reflect the evolving needs of Medway and North Kent residents.
Work is ongoing to complete the merger. with the fom)al transition expected to take place by March 2026.
Relstionships Medway & North Kent is very grateful lo all who continue to be interested in the work of the Centre
and is most appreciative of the financial support il has received this year from the Local Community, Sundry
donations from Local Residents, Hands Volunteers and grateful Clients.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Trustees, report {continuedl
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Statement of Trustees, responsibilitles
The Trustees (who are also the directors of the Company for the purposes of company lawl are responsible for
preparing the Trustees, report and the financial statements in accordance wilh applicable law and United
Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
Company law requires the Truslees lo prepare financial statements for each financial . Under company law, the
Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied thal they give a true and fair view of
the state of affairs of the Company and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including ils
income and expenditure, for Ihat period. In preparing these financial slatemenls, the Trustees are required to..
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.,
obsejve the methods and principles of the Charities SORP (FRS 102).
make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent-
slate whether applicable UK Accounting Standards (FRS 102) have been followed, subject lo any material
departures disclosed and explained in Ihe financial statements-
prepare the financial stalements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate lo presume that the
Company will continue in business.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain
the Company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any lime the financial position of the
Company and 8nable them lo ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They
are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the
prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Approved.b
rd8r of Ihe members of the board of Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
D McDonald
(Trustee)
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
IA company limited by guarantee)
Independent examiner's report
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Independent examiner's report to the Trustees of Relatlonships Medway and North Kent Ltd
('the Company.)
I report to the charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of Ihe Company for the year ended 31 March
2025.
Responslbilltles and basis of report
As the Trustees of the Company (and ils directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the
preparation of the accounts in accoréance wilh the requirements of the Companies Act 20Q6 ('the 2006 Act,).
Having s8tisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required lo be audited under Part 16 of the
2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination. I report in respect of my examination of the Companys
accounts carried out under section 145 of the Charities Acl 2011 ('the 2011 Act,). In carrying out my examination
I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act,
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my allention in connection with the
examination giving me cause to believe..
accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act,,
or
the accounts do not accord with those records; or
the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act other than
any requirement that the accounts give a 'lrue and fail view which is nol a matter considered as part of
an independent examination. or
the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of
Recommended Practice for a¢counling and reporting by charities lapplicable to charities preparing their
accounts in accoTdance wilh the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of
Ireland (FRS 102)1.
I have no concerns and have come across no other malters in connection with the examination to which
attention should be drawn in Ihis report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
This report is made solely to the Company's Trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Charities
{Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. My work has been undertaken so that I might slate to the Company's
Trustees those matters l am required to state to them in an Independent examinerfs report and for no other
purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the
Company and the Company's Trustees as a body, for my work or for this report.
Signed..
Dated.. 11 November 2025
Samanth8 Rouse
FCCA DChA
Kreston Reeves LLP
Chartered Accountants
Maritime Place
Chatham
Kent, ME4 4QZ
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Statement of financial activities (incorporating Sncome and expenditure account)
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Restricted Unrestricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Note
Income from:
Donations and legacies
Charitable activities
29,625
29,625
51,955
19,000
54,871
51,955
Total income
29,625
51,955
81,580
73,871
Expendlture on:
Charitable activities
31,569
61,892
93,461
109,248
Total expenditure
31,S69
61.892
93,461
109,248
Net movement in funds
(1,944)
(9,937
(11,881)
{35,377)
Reconclliation of funds:
Total funds brought forward
Net movement in funds
4,319
(1,944
43,204
(9,937
47.523
(11,881)
82.900
(35,377)
Total funds carrled forward
2,375
33,267
35,642
47,523
The Stalem8nt of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
The notes on pages 1610 24 fonn part of these financial statements.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
IA company limited by guarantee)
Registered number: 04973993
Balance shoet
As at 31 March 2025
2025
2024
Note
Flxed assets
Tangible assets
Current assets
10
4,250
6,949
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
11
320
563
33,682
42,451
34,002
43,014
Current Ilabilltles
Creditors.. amounts falling due within one
year
12
(2,6101
<2,440)
N8t current assets
31.392
40,574
Total net assets
35,642
47,523
Charity funds
Restricted funds
Unrestricted funds
13
13
2,375
33,267
4,319
43,204
Total funds
35,642
47,523
The Comp8ny was entitled to exemption from audit under section 471 of the Companies Act 2006,
The members have nol required the company to obtain an audit for the year in question in accordance with
section 476 of Companies Act 2006.
The Trustees acknowledge their responsibililies for complying with the requiremenls of the Act with respect to
accounting records and preparation of financial slatements.
The financial slatemenls have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to entities subject to
the small companies regime.
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
D McDonald
(Trustee)
Date: lo /ii J ZS
The notes on pages 16 to 24 form part of these financial statements.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
foimerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Notes to the financial statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
General information
Relate Medway and North Kent Ltd is a charitable company, registered in England and Wales with the
charity number 1104649 and company number 05568569. The registered office of the Charily is Kingsley
House, 37-39 Balmoral Road, Gillingham. Kent. ME7 4PF.
Accounting policies
2.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102)
Accounting and Reporting by Chaiilies= Statement of Recommended Practice applicable lo charities
preparing their accounls in accordance wilh the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK
and Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021 {effective 1 January 20191, the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.
Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS
102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical Cosl or transaction value unless
otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy. The financial statements are prepared in sterling
which is the functional currency of the charity and rounded to the nearest £.
2.2 Golng concern
The Trustees assess whether the use of going concem is appropriate i.e. whether there are any
material uncertainties related lo events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the ability of
the Charity to continue as a going concern. The Trustees make this assessment in respect of a
period of at least one year from the date of authorisation for issue of the financial statements and
have concluded that the Charity has adequate resources to Continue in operational existence for the
foreseeable future and there are no material uncertainties about the Charitls abilily to continue as a
going concern, thus they continue to adopt Ihe going con￿rn basis of accounting in preparing the
financial statemenls.
2.3 Income
All income is recognised once the Company has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the
income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.
Grants are included in the Statement of financial activities on a receivable basis. The balance of
income received for specific purposes bul nol expended during the period is shown in the relevant
funds on the Balance sheet. Where income is received in advance of entitlement of receipt, its
recognition is deferred and included in creditors as deferred income. Where enlitlement occurs
before income is received. the income is accrued.
2.4 Expendlture
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructwe obligation to transfer economic benefit
to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economi¢ benefits will be required in selllement and
the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activily. 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 Ihal activity. Shared costs which contribute to more Ihan one activity and support costs which are
not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent wilh
the use of resources. Central staff cosls are allocated on the basis of time spent. and depreciation
charges allocated on the portion of the asset's use.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company lirnited by guaranteel
Notes to the financial statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Accounting policies lcontinued)
2.4 Expenditure (continued)
Expendilure on charitable aclivÉties is incurred on directty undertaking the activities which further the
Company's objeclives, as well as any associated support Costs.
All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT.
2.5 Interest recelvable
Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured
reliably by the Company,. this is nomally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the
institution with whom the funds are deposited.
2.6 Tanglble flxed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets costing £250 or more are capilalised and recognised when future economic
benefits are probable and the cost or value of the asset can be measured reliably.
Tangible fixed assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, under the cost model, tangible
fixed assets are measured at cosl less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impaiment
losses. All costs incurred to bring a tangible fixed asset into its intended working condition should be
included in the measurement of cost.
Depreciation is charged so as to all￿ate the cost of tangible fixed assets les5 their residual value
over their estimated useful lives,
Depreciation is provided on the following basis:
200A Reducing balance
25OA Straight line
Fixlures and fittings
Computer equipment
2.7 Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised al Ihe settlement amount after any trade discount offered.
Prepayments ar8 valued al the amount prepaid nel of any trade discounts due.
2.8 Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-tenn highly liquid investmenls with a short maturity
of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
fom)erly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Notes to the financial statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Accounting policies {contlnued)
2.9 Liabllities and provislons
Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance sheet date as a result of a past
event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in selllement. and the amount
of the settlement can be estimated reliably.
Liabilities are recognised at the amount thal the Company anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or
the amount il has received as advanced payments for the goods or seNices it must provide.
Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required lo sellle the obligation. Where
the effect of the time value of money is material, the provision is based on Ihe present value of those
amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount rale Ihal reflects the risks specific to the liability. The
unwinding of the discount is recognised in the Statement of financial activities as a finance cost.
2.10 Fund accounting
General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in
furtherance of the general objectives of the Company and which have not been designated for olher
purposes.
Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been sel aside by the Trustees for particular
purposes. The aim and use of each designated fund is sel out in the notes to the financial
statements.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordan￿ with specific restrictions imposed by
donors or which have been raised by the Company for particular purposes. The costs of raising and
administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each reslricled
fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Critical accounting estimates and areas of judgment
Estimates and judgments are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other
factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the
circumstances.
Critical accounling estimates and assumptions-
The Company makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. The resulting accounting
estimates and assumptions will, by definition, seldom equal the related actual results. The estimates and
assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustmenl lo the carrying amounts of
assets and liabilities within the next financial year are discussed below.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limited by guarantee)
Notes to the financial statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Income from donations and legacies
Restricted
funds
2025
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Grants
29,625
29,625
19,000
Total 2024
19,000
19,000
Income from charitable activltles
Unrestrl¢ted
funds
2025
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Fees receivable
51,955
51,955
54,871
Total 2024
54,871
54,871
Analysis of expenditure on charitable activitles
Restricted Unrestricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total
funds
2025
Total
funds
2024
Wages
Premises costs
Professional fees and insuran
Administration costs
Depreciation
Sundries
Counselling costs
staff training and travel
Independent examiner's fee
10,378
3.820
1,500
3,854
7,663
19,220
2,899
10,028
2.699
3,018
14,877
258
1,230
18,041
23,040
4,399
13.882
2,699
3,329
25,203
258
2,610
17,736
23,123
2,297
26,106
2,655
7,580
24,309
3,251
2.191
311
10,326
1,380
31,569
61,892
93,461
109,248
Total 2024
39,671
69,577
109,248
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Relatlonships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limlted by guarantee)
Notes to the financtal statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
Independent examiner's remuneration
The independent examinerfs remuneration amounts to an independent examiner fee of £2,610 (2024
£2,400).
Staff costs
2025
2024
Wages and salaries
18,041
17,736
18,041
17,736
The average number of persons employed by the Company during the year was as follows..
2025
No.
2024
Employees
No employee received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year.
The management of the charity was undertaken by Medway Districts Cilizen's Advice Bureau, therefore
key management personnel was £Nil (2024: £NIl).
Trustees. remuneration and expenses
During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2024 - £NILI.
During Ihe year ended 31 March 2025, expenses totalling £3,369 were reimbursed or paid directly lo 1
Trustee (2024 - £6,082 10 1 Trustee). Expenses reimbursed were for charitable expendiure paid for
personally.
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
IA company limlted by guarantee)
Note5 to the financial statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
10. Tangible fixed assets
Fixtures and
flttings
Computer
equipment
Total
Cost or valuation
At 1 April 2024
4,884
9,079
13,963
At 31 March 2025
4,884
9,079
13,963
Depreciatlon
At 1 April 2024
Charge for Ihe year
2,737
429
4,277
2,270
7,014
2,699
At 31 March 2025
3,166
6,547
9,713
Net book value
At 31 March 2025
1,718
2,532
4,250
Al 31 March 2024
2,147
4,802
6,949
11. Debtors
2025
2024
Prepayments and accrued income
320
563
320
563
12. Credltors: Amounts falllng due within one year
2025
2024
Trade Creditors
Accruals and deferred income
40
2,610
2,400
2,610
2,440
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company limlted by guarantee)
Nates to the financial statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
13.
Statement of fund5
Statement of funds - current year
Balance at
31 March
2025
Balance at 1
Aprll 2024
Income Expenditure
Unrestrlcted funds
Designated funds
Equipment Reserve
Contractual Commitment Reserve
2,500
2,000
2,500
2,000
4,500
4,500
General funds
General Funds
38,704
51,955
{61,8921
28,767
Total Unrestrlcted funds
43,204
51,955
{61,892
33,267
Restricted funds
Albert Hunt Twsl
Kent Community Foundation (KCF)
SJP CH Foundation
The Mrs Smith and Mount Trust
Schreier Foundation
14,750
5,000
114,750)
{5,0001
(4,319)
{5.000)
{2,600)
4,319
5,000
4,875
2,375
4,319
29,625
{31,5691
2,375
Total of funds
47,523
81,580
(93,461)
35,642
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formeyly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
(A company Ilmlted by guarantee)
Notes to the financlal statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
13. Statement of funds (continued)
Statement of funds - prior year
Balance at
31 March
2024
Balance al
1 April 2023
Income Expenditure
Unrestrlcted funds
Designated funds
Equipment Reserve
Contractual Commitment Reserve
2,500
2.000
2,500
2.000
4,500
4,500
General funds
General Funds
53,410
54,871
(69,577)
38,704
Total Unrestrlcted funds
57,910
54.871
{69,577)
43,204
Restricted funds
Kent Community Foundation (KCF)
Awards for All
St James's Place Foundation
Weavers
The Henry Smith Charity
SJP CH Foundation
The Foyle Foundation
Albert Trust
9,590
400
7,500
500
7.000
(9,590)
{4001
{7,500)
(500)
{7,000)
15,681)
(5,000)
(4,000)
10,000
5,000
4,000
4,319
24.990
19.000
(39,6711
4,319
Total of funds
82,900
73,871
(109,248)
47,523
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Relationships Medway and North Kent Ltd
formerly known as Relate Medway and North Kent
{A company limited by guarantee)
Notes to the financ5al statements
For the year ended 31 March 2025
14. Analysls of net assets between funds
Analysis of net assets between funds - current year
Restricted Unrestricted
funds
funds
2025
2025
Total
funds
2025
Tangible fixed assets
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
4.250
31,827
(2,610)
4,250
34,002
(2,610)
2,375
Total
2,375
33,267
35,642
Analysls of net assets between funds- prior year
Restricted Unrestricted
funds
funds
2024
2024
Total
funds
2024
Tangible fixed assets
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
6,949
38,695
{2.440)
6,949
43,014
(2,440)
4.319
Total
4,319
43,204
47,523
15. Related party transactions
Medway District Citizens Advice Bureau, a charitable company of which Dan McDonald is Chief
Execulive Officer and Company Secretary, charged for reimbursement of Rent. Office, IT seNice and
Wages costs charges tolalling £45,693 (2024 - £54,139) were invoiced by Medway District Citizen's
Advi￿ Bureau to Relate Medway and North Kent Limited during the year. There was a balance of £Nil
outstanding at the year end {2024 - £Nil).
D McDonald {Trusleel paid for charitable expenditure personally and was later reimbursed and total of
£3,068 during the year (2024- £6,082).
The Charity received income of £1.930 from Medway Council during the year, a charity of which Dan
McDonald (Chair) is Trustee. There was no balance outstanding at the year end (2024 - £Nil).
There were no other ￿lated party transactions in the current or prior year.
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