## **2024/25** 

## **Annual Report** 

**Giving people the power to speak up and stop crime. 100% anonymously. Always.** 

**Speak up. Stay safe.** 

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**Welcome from our Chair** 

## **Contents** 

- 1 Welcome from our Chair 2 Welcome from our CEO 

- 3 Our vision, mission and values 4-5 Achieving our strategy 6-7 Real-life cases 

- 8 The year in numbers 

- 9-15 Driving quality information 16-20 Connecting with every community 21-24 Building trust and confidence 25 Our future plans 

## **Each year, the number of people who contact Crimestoppers increases** 

We offer a safe way for people to pass on information to protect their communities. 

- 26-29 Financial results 

- 30-32 Independent Auditor’s Report to the Members of Crimestoppers Trust 

- 33 Consolidated Statement of Financial Activities 34 Balance Sheet at 31 March 2025 

- 35 Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows 

- 36-37 Principal accounting policies 

- 38-48 Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 

- 49 Thank you to our partners and supporters 50 Legal & administrative information 

**Lord Ashcroft kcmg pc** Founder and Chair of Crimestoppers 

Over the past 12 months, Crimestoppers has made significant strides, with progress building year on year. We continue to support law enforcement and empower the public to speak up and stay safe, 100% anonymously. 

Once again, our Contact Centre staff have excelled in their role, providing a trusted non-judgemental ear for members of the public and our valued partners. 

Crimestoppers helps all people who wish to remain anonymous as they continue to voice their crime concerns and suspicions. 

While crime in our communities affects us all, not everyone feels able to talk to the police, whether that be for fear of reprisals, not wanting to go through the courts, or for deeply ingrained cultural reasons. That’s where Crimestoppers comes in. As an independent charity, we give people the confidence to speak up by offering the protection of complete anonymity, a promise we have kept throughout our 37-year history. 

From the first call to Crimestoppers in 1988, to the thousands of calls and online forms submitted today, every piece of information we receive has a crucial part to play in protecting the public. Our charitable status is 

vital as it gives people much needed confidence to trust our much-needed service. 

Keeping silent has a huge detrimental impact: enabling criminals to threaten the safety of our loved ones and our communities, allowing more criminals to flourish, causing significant damage and harm to society. By speaking up, we can support police in their investigations and help deliver justice for the victims of crime. 

Our network of staff and volunteers across the UK and our array of partners, including Police and Crime Commissioners, police, charities and businesses, are vital in delivering our unique anonymous reporting service. 

None of this would be possible without our beneficiaries – the public – who choose to speak up and tell us what they know, despite the difficult circumstances they may find themselves in. Thousands of people every day contact us, making a positive choice to do the right thing – we thank them for their public-spirited attitude and having the courage to speak up. 

Everyone, no matter who they are or where they live, has the right to feel safe from crime. 

**By speaking up, we can support police in their investigations and help deliver justice for the victims of crime** 

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## **Welcome from our CEO** 

## **Our vision, mission and values** 

## **Crimestoppers offers hope to communities** 

## Vision – why we exist 

## Values – the principles that guide how we conduct ourselves 

Everyone has the right to feel safe from crime, wherever they live. 

At Crimestoppers, we believe that it is people who stop crime. Our community of staff and volunteers live our values every day: 

We give a way for all members of a community to pass on crime information anonymously. 

## Mission – what we do to achieve our vision 

**We care** – we believe that everyone has the right to feel safe from crime, wherever they live. Crime can be frightening, so we offer hope. 

We’re an independent charity that gives you the power to speak up to stop crime, 100% anonymously. 

Whoever you are, wherever you live, from communities to companies. 

**We are inclusive** – we don’t judge people. We’re here for everyone who needs us. We can change communities for the better by working together. 

I am pleased to report that nearly a used or supported our services. here for everyone who needs us. We can change million people - 922,861 - contacted Our success depends on a broad By phone and online, 24/7, 365 days a year. communities for the better by working together. Crimestoppers during the last network of partnerships - from year. Over 220,000 high-quality Police and Crime Commissioners We also share advice on how to protect the people and **We are trustworthy** – we’re reliable, honest and an communities you care about from crime, so everyone independent charity. We act responsibly and never reports were passed on to law (PCCs), police forces, the Home can feel safe. break anonymity. enforcement and partner agencies. Office, housing providers, trade This is a record that underscores the bodies, major brands, to other **We are determined** – we commit all our efforts to growing trust the public places in charities. We are proud to work achieving positive change. We have a ‘can-do’ attitude. Crimestoppers and the expanding with organisations that share reach of our work across the UK. our commitment to develop safer communities. Our charity status and guarantee ~~\~~ of anonymity remain crucial in We continue to be guided by Home encouraging people to report what Office priorities; from Violence they have seen, heard, or know – Against Women & Girls (VAWG) Our role Our impact helping to prevent crime with no to serious violence, to knife crime We break down barriers that silence people and Every year, we help solve and prevent risk to the individual. campaigns. We are further refining communities by offering a trusted, alternative place thousands of crimes. and improving our offer to the for people to pass on crime information with no Crimestoppers’ partnerships with public to deliver a wide range of comeback. The information we receive and pass on commercial organisations is a key tools to educate individuals and ensures lives are saved, criminals are stopped, and area of growth. Our partners receive their communities. As the police, victims and their loved ones receive justice. specific vital intelligence that helps PCCs and others recognise, there is protect their workers, customers, a significant journey ahead. 

**Mark Hallas OBE** 

Chief Executive, Crimestoppers Trust 

Crimestoppers’ partnerships with commercial organisations is a key area of growth. Our partners receive specific vital intelligence that helps protect their workers, customers, and assets. 

I’m pleased that Crimestoppers is playing its part, doing what we do best: giving the public a safe option to speak up about crime 100% anonymously. Whilst I’m incredibly proud of our work, I recognise that there is always more we can do. 

We value all our partners highly, be they statutory, commercial or charity. We have done more than ever this year working with partners and organisations to make our voice heard and amplify our messaging. 

**922,861** Nearly a million people contacted us last year. 

**227,326 33,019 26,135** We sent over 227,000 Plus more information The police tell us we pieces of information to sent to a wide range helped solve and prevent the police. of other statutory, over 26,000 crimes. As commercial and third not all forces provide sector partners. comprehensive feedback, we can estimate our impact is much more than double this. 

**Thank you for your continued support.** 

I want to echo Lord Ashcroft’s gratitude to everyone who has 

**We have done more than ever this year working with partners and organisations to make our voice heard and amplify our messaging** 

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**Achieving our strategy** 

## **Achieving our strategy** 

## **Crimestoppers – delivering results and building trust…** 

… always 100% anonymously. In 2024-25, our strategy has delivered record results, driven by innovation, partnership, and a focus on those most affected by crime. 

Growing the quality and reach of information This year, we have seen a remarkable increase in both the volume and quality of information received from the public. Over 227,000 high-quality reports were again passed to law enforcement. This growth reflects our ongoing efforts to make it easier and safer for people to share what they know, often when they feel unable to approach the police directly. Our guarantee of anonymity remains central, encouraging individuals to come forward without fear of reprisal. 

Our information is not only reaching the police but is also being shared with a growing network of statutory, commercial, and third sector partners. This collaborative approach has resulted in more than 26,000 crimes being solved or prevented, although the true impact is likely much higher due to incomplete feedback from all forces. 

**Our guarantee of anonymity remains central, encouraging individuals to come forward without fear of reprisal** 

Building trust and confidence Trust is the foundation of our service. Since our inception in the late 1980s, millions have relied on Crimestoppers to handle their information with care and discretion. This year, over 2,500 people contacted us every day, choosing Crimestoppers as their preferred route to report crime. We continue to share our story of hope, demonstrating that speaking up can change lives and communities for the better. 

Our campaigns have played a vital role in building this trust. For example, our targeted initiatives in key regions – such as the Clear, Hold, Build campaigns in West Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, and London – have generated hundreds of actionable reports, leading to arrests, seizures of drugs and weapons, and the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. 

**We continue to share our story of hope, demonstrating that speaking up can change lives and communities for the better** 

## Focusing on the communities most in need 

A core pillar of our strategy is prioritising the communities most affected by crime. We have tailored our outreach to groups less likely to approach police, working closely with local authorities, housing providers, faith groups, and health services. Our campaigns are designed to break down barriers, ensuring everyone has a voice in the fight against crime. 

Real-life case studies highlight the difference this makes. From helping to catch a murderer on the run to disrupting organised crime and safeguarding children at risk, the stories we receive – always anonymised – demonstrate the tangible impact of our work. 

## Innovation and partnership 

2024 saw the national rollout of the National Police Anti-Corruption and Abuse Reporting Service, following a successful pilot in London. This service, operated by Crimestoppers, is now the provider of choice for 

statutory services seeking an independent, anonymous reporting channel. Our work with commercial partners has also expanded, helping businesses protect their staff, customers, and assets. 

We have also continued to support Border Force, leading to the seizure of counterfeit goods, undeclared cash, and illicit tobacco – further evidence of the wide-ranging impact of the information we receive. 

## Sustaining our mission 

Our Business Development team has delivered outstanding results, securing vital funds to support our expanding operations. Every pound raised enables us to reach deeper into communities and invest in new technologies and campaigns that make reporting crime even more accessible. 

## **Every pound raised** 

## **enables us to reach deeper into communities and** 

**invest in new technologies and campaigns that make reporting crime even more accessible** 

## Looking ahead 

As we reflect on the past year, it is clear that our strategy is working. By focusing on quality information, building trust, prioritising the most affected communities, and forging strong partnerships, we are making a real difference. We remain committed to adapting and evolving, ensuring that Crimestoppers continues to be a beacon of hope and safety for all. 

Together, we are breaking the silence on crime – one anonymous report at a time. 

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**Real-life cases** 

**Real-life cases** 

that arrived in Portsmouth. He was found at the port shortly after disembarkation and was detained before he could evade justice. This case highlights the crucial role that timely information from the community plays in enabling the police to swiftly locate and apprehend offenders. 

**This case highlights the crucial role that timely information from the community plays in enabling the police to swiftly locate and apprehend offenders** 

## **Making a difference True stories, anonymised** 

## **Cannabis cultivation uncovered in Aberdeenshire** 

## **Information results in Bristol domestic violence arrest** 

This resulted in an urgent arrest of an individual for domestic violence offences, helping to protect the victim and highlighting the importance of community reporting. 

The premises showed signs of active use, with fans operating continuously, and there was a strong cannabis odour. Cannabis plants valued at approximately £1 million were seized, and two suspects were arrested and prosecuted. 

## **Suspect arrested for Middlesbrough** 

## **Anonymous tip-off for man in possession of loaded crossbow** 

## **brutal assault** 

Intelligence provided to the police by Crimestoppers assisted in the arrest of a high-risk individual involved in robbery and violence. 

Police, having received Crimestoppers information, responded promptly, apprehending the suspect. During the operation, officers recovered some weapons – and also a stolen quad bike. 

## **Person arrested for driving under** 

## **the influence of alcohol and drugs** 

## **Wanted man suspected of assault identified thanks to community intelligence** 

Information given by Crimestoppers to the police resulted in a successful roadside test and criminal charges, helping to reduce dangerous driving incidents. 

A suspect in his 30s was travelling from Europe to the UK and was seen aboard a ferry 

## **Domestic abuse suspect arrested** 

The suspect had escalated their violent behaviour, resulting in injuries, and had used controlling tactics such as managing the victim’s bank account and phone, and cancelling their medical appointments. The suspect was arrested for coercive and controlling behaviour. 

This demonstrates how targeted intelligence allows police to intervene quickly in a complex domestic abuse case. 

## **Murder suspect arrested before boarding plane to South East Asia** 

An anonymous tip-off indicated that a man was planning to kill his partner after hearing that she had been unfaithful. The intelligence suggested that the suspect intended to source weapons to carry out the attack. Law enforcement acted swiftly, locating and arresting the man for firearm possession. Following the arrest, safeguarding measures were implemented to ensure the woman’s safety. 

This case shows how community and intelligence efforts can help locate and apprehend persons of interest in serious criminal investigations before they leave the country. 

**Cannabis plants worth around £275,000 seized in Scunthorpe** The premises was associated with ongoing drug dealing, with vehicles arriving and 

**This case shows how community** 

**and intelligence efforts can help locate and apprehend persons of interest in serious criminal investigations before they leave the country** 

departing with large bags of cannabis. Authorities raised a warrant, seizing approximately 500 cannabis plants valued at around £275,000 and arresting three people. 

## **HIdden child abuse revealed thanks to information** 

Upon inspection, officers discovered a property in a state of neglect – squalid conditions, with faeces from 12 cats who lived there scattered throughout the site. There was a pervasive smell of urine, and flies on the walls. 

The children, aged one, two and three years old, showed signs of physical abuse, including bruising on their arms and legs, and appeared severely malnourished, raising urgent concerns for their safety and wellbeing. 

They were promptly removed from the environment and placed in the care of a family member, as authorities were dedicated to ensuring their protection and holding those responsible accountable. 

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## **April 2024 – March 2025** C I S rimeStoppers. **Highlights Crimestoppers impact** 

**922,861** 

**227,326** anonymous reports sent to police forces **18% up 6%** by phone on last year 

people contacted us anonymously 

**82%** online 

## **Crimestoppers feedback** 

**26,135** police positive crime outcomes 

**1,457** offenders arrested and charged 

**110** No. of professional sessions run 

**£365,134** worth of property recovered 

**£45,556,521** total drugs ‘street value’ 

**2,854** No. of professionals reached 

## **1,473** 

No. of workshops delivered (to young people) 

## **National and regional campaigns** 

## **52,588** 

**10 9** National Business Development **128 147** Regional Total 

No. of young people reached (through all avenues e.g. workshops, assemblies, community events etc) 

## **764** 

No. of resource orders 

## **57** 

## **Media coverage** 

No. of campaigns run 

**7,156** pieces of coverage 

## **74%** 

Fearless reports increase on the previous year 

## **Driving quality information** 

Focus on key roles: the 24/7 call agent The primary role we were recruiting for was that of a 24/7 Call Agent. This position attracted significant attention, especially from people seeking a meaningful role with purpose. Graeme and Kelly received expressions of interest from over fifty attendees, all of whom left their contact details for follow-up. 

Post-event outreach and successful hires 

Following the event, Kelly took the lead in reaching out to interested candidates, collecting CVs and scheduling interviews. As a result, three fair attendees have successfully joined Crimestoppers as Call Agents. This outcome underscores the effectiveness of direct engagement at such events and highlights the value of proactive recruitment strategies. Additionally, recruiting through these channels offers financial benefits by avoiding agency fees, which can typically amount to 10-20% of a Call Agent’s first-year salary. 

## **Seeking the best for Crimestoppers’ national Contact Centre** 

What stood out most was the evident motivation and initiative of the attendees. The energy, curiosity, and sincerity they displayed made the event not only a successful recruitment effort but also an inspiring and uplifting experience for our team. 

flocking to our stand. This high level of engagement continued steadily for the next two and a half hours, reflecting strong momentum and enthusiasm from the crowd. 

Crimestoppers Duty Manager Graeme Sibley and Kelly Jackson from the People, Organisational and Development Team proudly represented Crimestoppers at a wellattended jobs fair held at Selhurst Park Stadium, home of Crystal Palace Football Club. The event was a valuable opportunity to engage with members of the public actively seeking employment, and to promote both current vacancies and the broader mission of Crimestoppers. 

This event provided a valuable opportunity to promote our purpose, services, and the positive impact we make across the UK – enhancing our public presence and strengthening community ties. 

Graeme and Kelly were fortunate 

to be supported during the event’s busiest period by Director of Finance Steve Mann. His involvement was instrumental in engaging with visitors, answering questions, and sharing insights about the charity’s purpose and the roles available. This collaborative approach helped us connect more effectively with potential candidates. 

Crimestoppers plans to incorporate participation in future job fairs and similar events into its ongoing recruitment strategy. This approach, subject to regular review and continuous improvement, aims to attract motivated individuals and improve staff retention within the Contact Centre. 

Immediate engagement and steady interest Within just ten minutes of the doors opening, visitors were 

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**Driving quality information** 

**Driving quality information** 

## **Fearless Youth Panel: ensuring the voice of young people is at the heart of everything we do** 

The Fearless Youth Panel plays a key part in the development of our work by giving young people a space to speak openly about crime; how it’s affecting them and their peers and what we can do, together, to help make them feel safer. The panel involves 15 young people aged between 13 and 17, and their insights influence our social media content and crime prevention campaigns, ensuring they are relatable and effective for our young audience. With our youth panel’s support, we’re raising awareness of our 100% anonymous reporting service and empowering more young people to speak up against crime. 

## **Campaign results:** 

## 865,904 

**Reach (No. of unique users who saw ads)** 

## 16,598,838 

**Impressions (No. of times ads displayed)** 

## 72,665 

**Engagement (No. of link clicks/swipe ups)** 

Fearless’ mission and her passion for supporting young people shine through in every contribution. 

about crime prevention, amplifying Fearless’ reach and impact. 

A highlight this year was co-creating artwork for a digital campaign running on Snapchat, Instagram, and Spotify. 

Her involvement has undoubtedly Sim’s thoughtful insights on imagery, developed her skills in creativity and language, and current trends have communication, preparing her for helped shape engaging and future opportunities. Sim’s relevant content across dedication exemplifies platforms including how young people Snapchat, TikTok and can influence Instagram. In addition, positive change she has created and strengthen several videos that community communicate safety key messages initiatives. 

## Sim’s story 

Sim is a dedicated member of our Youth Panel. With two years of active involvement, she consistently leads discussions in online meetings and group chats, inspiring others with her confidence and enthusiasm. Her deep understanding of 

**The experience has been invaluable to me. I have been able to connect to people all over the country, develop more confidence in speaking up and more courage to say what I believe** 

## **Campaign highlights extreme dangers of cannabis extraction** 

Members of the public were advised of the signs to look out for, such as large quantities of butane or propane gas canisters and unusual stainless-steel equipment set up in houses or flats. 

In February 2025, Crimestoppers launched a new initiative in Northumberland and Tyne & Wear to highlight the severe dangers associated with the illegal production of cannabis concentrates. The campaign aimed to inform the public about the risks of manufacturing products such as butane honey oil (BHO) and ‘shatter’, which are often used in vaping devices and edibles. 

**Members of the public were advised of the signs to look out for, such as unusual stainless-steel equipment set up in houses or flats** 

Cannabis extraction involves using highly flammable solvents like butane and propane gas to create concentrated forms of cannabis. These processes are extremely dangerous; improper handling or accidental sparks – such as flicking a light switch, activating a heat source, or plugging in appliances – can lead to catastrophic explosions. Such incidents can cause serious injuries or fatalities, affecting not only those producing the substances but also innocent individuals nearby. 

This campaign not only raised widespread awareness of the severe risks faced by those producing BHO and shatter, and those around them, but also provided the opportunity for members of the public to pass on information about this dangerous crime, safe in the knowledge that they would remain 100% anonymous and never need to provide any personal details. 

a block of flats, killing seven-yearold Archie York, was jailed for 14 years. 

In May 2025, a man whose illegal cannabis factory exploded in 

## **True stories reveal how Crimestoppers helps put the brakes on drink & drug driving** 

disqualified, under the influence of alcohol and who provided false details. Crimestoppers information prompted police checks, revealing the driver’s true identity. The driver was subsequently arrested. 

In a recent campaign to combat drink and drug driving, Crimestoppers emphasised the importance of community involvement in keeping our roads safe and highlighted how anonymous tips from the public have led to significant arrests and seizures, demonstrating the powerful impact of speaking out. 

driver was also taken into custody, preventing them from risking lives on the road. These stories underscore the crucial role that community vigilance plays in tackling drink and drug driving. By reporting suspicious behaviour, members of the public can help save lives and bring reckless drivers to justice. 

Another incident saw a habitual 

drug driver stopped by police after reports from the public. A saliva test confirmed cannabis use, and further searches uncovered cocaine and cannabis in the vehicle. This 

The information Crimestoppers receives helps make our roads safer for everyone. 

One case involved a driver who was found to be uninsured, 

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**Driving quality information** 

**Driving quality information** 

## **Garston day of action to encourage Merseyside residents to report crime** 

To mark the campaign’s launch, police and partner agencies reporting channel. organised a community day of action in Garston, attended by Police and Crime Commissioner Emily Spurrell and representatives from Liverpool City Council, Merseyside Police and Merseyside Fire and Rescue. 

Crimestoppers offers an anonymous 

Crimestoppers launched a campaign in Garston, Merseyside to encourage residents to report crime and antisocial behaviour. The initiative involved collaboration with partner agencies, including Liverpool City Council, Merseyside Fire and Rescue, local schools, and housing providers. 

During the year prior to the campaign launch, Crimestoppers received more than 8,000 anonymous reports from Merseyside, leading to arrests, seizures of drugs and weapons, and safeguarding vulnerable people. 

During the launch, Inspector Steve Reilly emphasised the importance of community involvement, stating that working closely with residents and partners is essential to disrupting and preventing crime. He highlighted that community intelligence helps police detect crime, protect vulnerable individuals, and bring offenders to justice. He also pointed out why partnering with Crimestoppers is crucial, as some residents might feel uncomfortable reporting directly to authorities, and 

As part of the campaign, new Crimestoppers signs were installed throughout the area to promote anonymous reporting. The effort was supported by targeted social media campaigns and leaflet drops to residents, aiming to raise awareness of Crimestoppers’ anonymous service and encourage the community to share information on crimes such as drug dealing, knife crime, criminal gangs, and antisocial behaviour. 

Overall, the campaign in Garston aimed to foster a safer community by encouraging residents to speak out without fear, knowing they could give information and remain completely anonymous. 

**Some residents might feel uncomfortable reporting directly to authorities, which was why partnering with Crimestoppers was crucial, as it offered an anonymous reporting channel** 

## **Campaign helps protect vulnerable rural residents from crime** 

In autumn 2024, several police forces across northern England worked together to launch a comprehensive campaign aimed at tackling crossborder rural crime. The participating forces included Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire, Northumbria, Cleveland, and Durham. Their collective goal was to raise awareness among rural communities, improve intelligence sharing, and reduce crimes that often span large geographical areas. Criminals frequently travel along major roads such as the M6, A1, and A66 to carry out their illegal activities, causing significant distress and financial losses to residents and farmers. 

coordinated law enforcement efforts essential. 

signs indicating that security measures are in place. Joining local rural or farm watch schemes was also encouraged in order to foster community vigilance. 

To disrupt travelling criminals, also encouraged in order to foster the six police forces conducted community vigilance. joint operations that proved highly successful. However, they Residents were urged to report emphasised that community suspicious vehicles, strangers, or involvement was crucial. The stolen items, providing details campaign encouraged residents such as registration numbers, and visitors to be vigilant and descriptions, and times. report any suspicious activity promptly. Public cooperation Reporting stolen livestock and is seen as vital in helping law poaching is essential in building enforcement target resources more intelligence and supporting effectively and prevent crimes investigations. before they occurred. 

Residents were urged to report suspicious vehicles, strangers, or stolen items, providing details such as registration numbers, descriptions, and times. 

Ultimately, the collaboration between police forces and rural communities, along with the involvement of Crimestoppers, aimed to significantly reduce crossborder rural crime. By combining joint law enforcement efforts with community vigilance and practical security measures, the campaign sought to protect rural residents and safeguard their livelihoods. 

The campaign also offered practical security advice for rural landowners, including fitting tracking devices on vehicles and machinery, removing keys, and keeping equipment out of sight. 

The campaign focused on four key issues: theft of quad bikes and farm machinery, livestock theft, burglaries, and poaching. These crimes not  only cause emotional trauma but also affect livelihoods. 

Installing CCTV and video doorbells was recommended to deter offenders, along with displaying 

Criminals often cross borders to target rural properties, making 

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**Driving quality information** 

**Driving quality information** 

## **Awareness of ketamine dangers highlighted in innovative Merseyside football clubs campaign** 

A youth football tournament 

from ketamine addiction. These first-hand accounts significantly illustrated the devastating effects of drug dependency to the young audience. 

was held in May 2025 for schools across Merseyside to launch a new initiative under the Four Clubs One Goal partnership, highlighting the dangers of ketamine and its potential to destroy lives and cause serious health issues. 

**Its aim was to increase awareness about the risks of ketamine and to encourage more people to report concerns through Crimestoppers and Fearless** 

The event was attended by Emily Spurrell, Merseyside Police & Crime Commissioner, and received coverage in the Liverpool Echo and on local radio stations. Medals and trophies were presented by former England and Liverpool goalkeeper Chris Kirkland, adding to the significance of the occasion. 

The tournament took place at Crosby AFC and marked a significant step in the campaign’s efforts to raise awareness about drug misuse among young people. The partnership, which included Liverpool FC Foundation, Marine in the Community, Everton in the Community, and Tranmere Rovers in the Community, first began in October 2021 and has continued to improve safety across Merseyside ever since. 

was integrated into each club’s programmes to reach a broad audience. Its aim was to increase awareness about the risks 

Funding and support for the Four Clubs, One Goal initiative comes from the Steve Morgan Foundation, the Hemby Trust, Liverpool FC Foundation, and Merseyside PCC, all committed to making a positive difference in the community. 

of ketamine and to encourage more people to report concerns through Crimestoppers and Fearless. During the tournament, participants experienced an impactful session led by individuals who had suffered 

The campaign used both social and traditional media channels and 

## **Consumer risk prevented as more than 200 toxic bottles of counterfeit vodka recovered** 

Crimestoppers provides the Scottish Food Crime Hotline for Food Standards Scotland (FSS), the competent food authority in Scotland. Since August 2024, FSS has been leading on a joint investigation into the sale of counterfeit vodka, labelled as Glen’s, from independent licensed convenience stores across Scotland. Analysis confirmed that the ‘vodka’ contained isopropyl alcohol (IPA), which can be toxic to ingest in any amount and in larger quantities can be fatal. 

This clearly presented a significant risk to consumers, so Crimestoppers’ call handlers were briefed on the type of information sought in relation to FSS’s investigation, and to offer safety advice at source. Some callers to the Hotline had actually consumed counterfeit vodka and experienced symptoms associated with IPA, including nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain, providing evidence of the risk to human health. 

FSS were able to act immediately on information received via the Hotline, leading to the recovery of 234 bottles of counterfeit vodka from nine licensed stores. 

This case illustrates the key role Crimestoppers plays in the development of intelligence and supporting investigations, providing a reliable and professional service for the public to pass on information in complete confidence. 

## **Driving down fake goods sales with public danger warning** 

likely a fake product that could be harmful and of very poor value. 

**Suspicious websites and unusual sales locations:** Untrusted websites and lesserknown outlets are common places for criminals to sell counterfeit goods. If someone is selling products from the back of a van, in a pub or club, it’s probably not genuine. 

## **Spelling and grammatical** 

**errors:** Criminals often overlook small details, leading to spelling mistakes on their websites and product packaging. 

## **Differences in product or** 

**packaging:** If the product you receive looks of poor quality and doesn’t match the original, it’s likely a fake. 

Crimestoppers’ latest campaign targeting the sale of fake goods warned the public about the potential dangers involved in buying counterfeit goods. 

**Missing information:** If the 

**More than 80% of counterfeit products recently tested by the government failed safety inspections** 

product lacks information such as the batch number or the period-after-opening (PAO) symbol for cosmetics, safety certifications for toys, or warranty details for electronics, it’s probably counterfeit. 

**Fake cosmetics:** contain harmful chemicals that may cause skin irritation, allergic reactions, or longterm health issues. 

## Delivery and impact 

**Fake toys:** often made with lowquality materials, they can contain toxic chemicals, loose parts, or sharp edges. Giving counterfeit toys to children can lead to choking, burns, hearing damage, or even strangulation. 

the government failed safety inspections, according to the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. And criminals are becoming increasingly skilled at finding new ways to deceive consumers. 

The awareness campaign aimed to support diverse communities in understanding the personal dangers and harms associated with fake goods, and was delivered in English, Polish and Romanian across areas known to be at risk from the sale of counterfeit goods 

**Fake electronics:** unlikely to comply with manufacturing standards, making them prone to overheating, catching fire, causing burns, giving electric shocks, or even exploding. 

To help consumers avoid counterfeit goods, Crimestoppers has published guidance on how to tell if items for sale are genuine or not. Signs to look out for include: 

Overall, 323,572 people were reached across social media. There were over 673,821 engagements with the campaign on Google Ads, and the campaign web page received nearly 1,000 views. 

**Price:** Too good to be true: If the price seems unbelievably low, it’s 

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**Connecting with every community** 

**Connecting with every community** 

## **Safe Street campaign: building safer communities together** 

platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and Google. The campaign generated substantial engagement through social media impressions and link clicks, driving considerable traffic to the Crimestoppers website. 

working together. Safe Street is more than a campaign; it is a call to action. 

Since 2021, Crimestoppers has run the Safe Street campaign in partnership with Ring, adopting a fresh and light-hearted approach to promoting home and community safety. 

Whether individuals are marketing experts, logistics specialists, or fundraising enthusiasts, volunteering with Crimestoppers offers a meaningful way to contribute. Together with Neighbourhood Watch and Ring, the campaign shares top tips and resources to help every street become a safe street. 

The campaign is designed to reassure and empower people to take simple but effective steps to protect themselves, their homes, and their neighbourhoods. 

This strong performance demonstrated public interest in accessing practical safety guidance and engaging with community safety initiatives. Seasonal themes bring Safe Street to life throughout the year: in spring, only the foxes cause “mischief”; in summer, friends “invade” for parties; at Halloween, the only “unexpected visitors” are tiny trickor-treaters; and at Christmas, the only “disappearance” is of Father Christmas’s mince pies. These relatable moments highlight the power of a united community 

At the centre of Safe Street is a vibrant fictional community where neighbours look out for each other, creating an atmosphere of peace and security. In this community, the only drama is number 14’s BBQ mishaps, and the only “menace” is the neighbour’s children’s football skills. These playful scenarios illustrate how a truly safe street experiences the joys of everyday life rather than crime or disorder. 

Crimestoppers reminds the public that anyone with information about crime can report anonymously at any time, 24/7, 365 days a year. Through this partnership and community spirit, Safe Street helps turn the vision of safer neighbourhoods into a reality across the country. 

The campaign encourages people to get involved in various ways: by volunteering with Crimestoppers, accessing the extensive advice from Neighbourhood Watch, or investing in Ring’s latest home security technology. Ring’s products not only help keep people and property safe but also enable 

**The campaign is designed to reassure and empower people to take simple but effective steps to protect themselves, their homes, and their neighbourhoods** 

residents to check in on loved ones, keep an eye on pets, and accept parcels while away from home. The campaign emphasises that such measures make life safer and simpler, allowing families to focus on what matters most. 

During the second half of 2024, the Safe Street campaign achieved significant success across multiple digital 

## **Impact of Crimestoppers across Scotland** 

**Crimestoppers in Scotland at a glance:** 

23,239 **public contacts** 

4,000 **Nearly 4,000 people contacted us about drink and drug drivers** 

15,000 **reports on drug manufacture and supply** 

on drug manufacture and supply and 400 reports about rape and sexual offences. 

Last year, our charity in Scotland achieved a record high of 23,239 public contacts (up by 1.6 %) and disseminated 17,844 reports to Police Scotland and other law enforcement agencies. 

## 400 

**reports about rape and sexual offences** 

In November, Crimestoppers in Scotland led on a reward that gained international media attention. Thanks to a private donation of £50,000, we appealed for information to recover more than a thousand coins from 

the 12th and 13th centuries, stolen by criminals in June 2007 from the home of Lord and Lady Stewartby in Broughton, near Peebles. 

Nearly 4,000 people from Scotland contacted us about drink and drug drivers; we received 15,000 reports 

## **Impact of Crimestoppers across Wales** 

thousands of young people have been educated on crime prevention and how to speak up safely. Online engagement has also soared, with more than 235,000 visitors to the Crimestoppers website in Wales, backed by strong media coverage and £120,000 in rewards offered. 

Crimestoppers continues to make a powerful impact across Wales, with over 11,500 reports shared with police forces this year – that’s an average of 960 reports a month, and a 12% rise on the previous year. 

with 5,429 reports, and drink and drug driving – 3,280 reports – showing the strength of anonymous voices in keeping communities safe. 

The work has gone far beyond just reporting. With over 41,000 Fearless workshops delivered, 

These reports have helped tackle key issues like drug trafficking, 

## **Crimestoppers in Wales at a glance:** 

960 **average number of shared reports per month** 

5,429 **reports of drug trafficking** 

## 41,000 

**Fearless workshops delivered** 

3,280 331 **reports of drink and reports of knives and drug driving bladed weapons** 

235,000 **visitors to the Crimestoppers website in Wales** 

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**Connecting with every community** 

**Connecting with every community** 

## **Over 400% increase in energy theft reports in 7 years** 

The Energy Theft Tip-off Service was launched by Crimestoppers, working in conjunction with the energy sector in Great Britain, in September 2016. Since then, it has gone from strength to strength. With ongoing education of the public around the dangers of energy theft, also known as meter tampering or meter cheating, we have encouraged more and more people to speak up about this dangerous crime. 

Stay Energy Safe is the public facing brand and is used to promote the Energy Theft Tip-off Service, provide educational content, support and guidance.  It helps people identify energy theft, so they can keep themselves and their loved ones safe. 

Over the last 12 months BH&P (the Stay Energy Safe marketing agency) has worked with the Retail Energy Code Company (a not-forprofit organisation that owns and manages the Retail Energy Code) and Crimestoppers, to continue to promote messages about energy theft and staying energy safe, via the Stay Energy Safe website, Google, social media, influencer activity, digital PR and radio campaigns. 

**We achieved a 413% growth in reports on suspicions of energy theft in 2024-25 compared to the same period in 2017-18** 

in operation – from 1 April 2017 to 31 March 2018 we sent 2,613 suspicions of energy theft to our energy partners. The volume achieved in 2024-25 represents a 413% increase on this initial figure. 

what they know about energy theft, in June 2025, we set up a new service – Stay Energy Safe Northern Ireland. 

This ongoing push to keep people safe has been successful, as the number of people contacting the With a dedicated service and Stay Energy Safe service, 100% ongoing and comprehensive anonymously, to tell us about energy promotion of the dangers of energy theft increased by 2,939 in the 12 theft and the signs to spot we months from 1 April 2024 to 31 March are keeping more communities 2025 (+20%). The number of pieces safe from the harms associated of information on suspected energy with tampered meters, and giving theft sent to the energy sector went suppliers, distribution network up by 2,321 (+21%). 17,789 contacts operators and gas transporters the meant we could pass on 13,415 pieces opportunity to recover revenue lost of information to the energy industry to this crime. for investigation. 

This partnership with Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIE Networks) enables us to protect people, homes, farms and businesses across Northern Ireland. NIE Networks is promoting the service along with its key messages to help people understand just how dangerous tampering with your meter, or the energy supply, can be. Anyone with information on energy crime now has a safe way to pass on what they know, 100% anonymously, so that the Northern Ireland energy sector can make sure the supply and meters are safe. And this in turn ensures that the people living or working nearby are protected. 

## Stay Energy Safe Northern Ireland 

This result is worlds away from the number of reports we passed on in the first full year that the service was 

To expand on this success, and to give more people a chance to tell us 

## **Security enhanced and communities protected via collaborations with DPD and HSBC** 

The Business Development team has had a successful year. 

Crimestoppers. They have also produced leaflets and posters to inform our customers and staff on what the DPD and Crimestoppers partnership is delivering. 

campaign. Violence against anyone just trying to do their job is completely unacceptable, so it is important that we talk about driver safety and take steps to protect our team and of course ensure the safe delivery of our customers’ products. Working with Crimestoppers will enhance the work of our inhouse Security team.” 

Working hard to help protect businesses and their customers, they have met challenging financial targets to ensure that the charity can do more than ever before to support its beneficiaries. 

Tim Jones, Director of Marketing, Communications & Sustainability at DPD UK, commented, “We are delighted to be working with Crimestoppers on this important 

Focusing on the twin highlights of ‘speak up’ lines and information sharing, supported by impactful campaigns, Crimestoppers has both widened and deepened its offer to key partners. 

In 2024, we were delighted to announce our collaboration with HSBC and are now sharing data received by our Contact Centre relating to all information associated with the bank. We’re working closely with HSBC’s security team to help identify and address potential criminal activity in and around HSBC premises. By sharing relevant Contact Centre information, we support their efforts in safeguarding customers, staff, and assets. 

**We are delighted to be working with Crimestoppers on this important campaign. Violence against anyone just trying to do their job is completely unacceptable** 

Looking to the future, the team will continue to focus on those lines of activity that align with the charity’s core service, thereby ensuring that all people have the power to speak up about unacceptable behaviour, wherever it may be found. 

This year, the first partnership in the logistics sector was secured, with leading parcel delivery company DPD. Together, we’re working to raise awareness and enhance the safety of both delivery drivers and customers’ goods by offering the general public a trusted and anonymous platform to report concerns. DPD operates over 10,000 vehicles in the UK from 85 locations, delivering more than 360 million parcels each year. The partnership with Crimestoppers will support the efforts of DPD’s own security team to stay one step ahead of criminals. 

DPD have created a bespoke sticker, used on their DPD vehicles to show how they are working with 

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**Building trust and confidence** 

**Connecting with every community** 

## **New Data Matrix project will lead to improved campaign planning** 

Over the last six months, the Crimestoppers Data Team, led by Data Manager Greg Ferguson, has worked with the Marketing Communications Team to create a new tool called the Data Matrix. This tool helps Crimestoppers understand and use data better to plan and improve campaigns across the country and in specific regions. 

The Data Matrix uses information collected over several years. It maps all Crimestoppers reports to different geographic areas, showing where reports are increasing or decreasing. This helps to see how well previous campaigns worked and helps to plan future activities for 2025/26 and beyond. 

collaborative effort to make smarter decisions based on data. Mapping reports geographically and analysing trends helps target efforts better and improve how intelligence is gathered and shared with police and other agencies. This will strengthen the Crimestoppers outreach and support efforts to reduce crime and increase community safety. 

Development team. They can use it to review past campaigns, see what worked, and focus on areas that need more support. By tracking trends and predicting future patterns, Crimestoppers can make campaigns more effective and gather more useful information for law enforcement and partners. 

The tool also helps Regional Managers and the Business 

Overall, the Data Matrix is a 

## **Partnership with Crime Stoppers International shows Crimestoppers UK influence** 

CSI has led to the handling of CSI reports by the UK-based Contact Centre. People wanting to report crimes anonymously on the CSI website can now submit their information globally through an online form, which is then assessed by the Crimestoppers UK Contact Centre and subsequently passed to the relevant jurisdiction. 

Crime Stoppers International (CSI) supports the efforts of multinational corporations and law enforcement worldwide to stop, solve, prevent and disrupt serious and organised transnational crime. 

On observing the operations of the national Contact Centre, the CSI team were impressed by Crimestoppers UK’s high level of professionalism, courtesy and dedication. 

Representatives from Australia, Canada, South Africa, and Pacific Ocean island Micronesia visited Crimestoppers UK’s London headquarters and national Contact Centre. This visit provided an opportunity for the two organisations to exchange ideas on sustaining anonymous crime reporting, and saw Mick Duthie, Director of Operations at Crimestoppers UK, elected as Vice President of the CSI board. 

Crimestoppers UK, like numerous Crime Stoppers programmes worldwide, functions independently from the police. Autonomy from law enforcement remains a crucial and distinctive feature of Crime Stoppers programmes, offering individuals an anonymous platform to come forward, fostering reports that might otherwise go undisclosed. 

At its core, the fight against crime and the pursuit of safer communities and nations necessitates a collective endeavour. Global cooperation brings about benefits both at home and abroad and both organisations are looking forward to continuing a lasting and collaborative relationship. 

The partnership that is now in place between Crimestoppers UK and 

## **Crimestoppers’ partnership with Police CPI** 

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accreditation service on behalf of the UK Police Service for products and services that meet recognised security standards, thereby promoting safer environments. 

Crimestoppers has partnered with Police CPI to enhance crime 66 prevention efforts across the UK. **All initiatives are designed** Police CPI, a police-owned not- **to keep communities** for-profit organisation, dedicates **safer by preventing crime** itself to delivering innovative and groundbreaking initiatives aimed at **before it happens** reducing demand on police services and safeguarding the public. 

Overall, Police CPI plays a vital role in delivering innovative crime prevention solutions and fostering partnerships across different sectors. Their efforts contribute significantly to creating safer communities and reducing crime-related demand on police resources. 

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Crimestoppers, the Home Office, the Ministry of Housing, local authorities, trade associations, the construction industry, and manufacturers of security products. 

As a national scheme, Police CPI achieves notable successes through its diverse portfolio of projects. All initiatives are designed to keep communities safer by preventing crime before it happens and alleviating pressure on law enforcement agencies. The organisation collaborates extensively with various public and private sector bodies, including 

One of Police CPI’s prominent projects is the Secured by Design initiative, which focuses on improving the security of buildings and their immediate environments. The scheme also offers an 

The collaboration between Crimestoppers and Police CPI exemplifies a shared commitment to protecting the public and strengthening crime prevention initiatives nationwide. 

## **Empowering voters and strengthening democracy: the impact of the 2024 ‘Your Vote is Yours Alone’ campaign** 

Crimestoppers worked with the Electoral Commission and the Ministry of Communities. Housing and Local Government to launch the ‘Your Vote is Yours Alone’ campaign.  This was designed to promote electoral integrity at the polls in England in May 2024. 

comprehensive digital approach, including social media, Google Ads, and Google’s AI-powered Performance Max platform. The consistent messaging, centred around protecting voter anonymity and integrity, aimed to build trust and highlight civic responsibility. 

Crimestoppers website, which attracted over 6,500 unique views and generated 23 reports of electoral concerns, such as postal vote irregularities and voter registration issues. These reports, which have been passed on to the police, highlight the public’s willingness to participate in safeguarding democracy and demonstrate the campaign’s tangible impact. 

As a registered charity, Crimestoppers has been dedicated to raising awareness about electoral fraud since 2015, encouraging the public to recognise and report suspicious activity. 

The campaign achieved notable digital engagement. On Facebook and Instagram, it garnered over 1.4 million impressions and reached nearly 447,000 users, with 46,367 clicks and a click through rate of 3.29%, with a low cost-perclick of £0.19. 

Overall, the campaign’s success enhanced Crimestoppers’ reputation as an effective partner in promoting electoral integrity, expanding its reach, and encouraging public vigilance against electoral fraud. 

The campaign’s primary goal was to educate voters about what constitutes electoral fraud and to motivate reporting. It used a 

Visitors were directed to a dedicated landing page on the 

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**Building trust and confidence** 

**Building trust and confidence** 

## **Crimestoppers and Fearless campaign to cut crime rates in Brixton** 

In a bid to tackle serious organised crime in Brixton, south London, Crimestoppers and our youth service, Fearless, ran a targeted campaign to support the Metropolitan Police’s Clear Hold Build Initiative aimed at empowering residents and young people to report criminal activities 100% anonymously. 

The campaign featured targeted social media, leaflet drops, and advertising at the busy Brixton tube station. Angel Town and Somerleyton are two areas within Brixton that have been particularly affected by serious organised crime, although residents still foster a strong sense of community spirit. The campaign was designed to encourage residents to provide new information about crime in their neighbourhoods, with the specific aim of gathering evidence about gang activity, seizures of weapons and drugs, and the safeguarding of vulnerable individuals. 

The Fearless element of the campaign targeted young people, providing them with a safe platform to report crime without fear of retribution. The Crimestoppers and Fearless team worked with secondary schools in the borough, sharing Fearless materials, “What would you do?” playing cards and educational resources on the Snitching vs Bystander approach, helping to make professionals and young people aware of the importance of their role in creating a safer community. 

**The Fearless element of the campaign targeted young people in Brixton, providing them with a safe platform to report crime without fear of retribution** ” 

partners and handing out leaflets and posters. 

meals, clothes, and support to the homeless and those in need. This collaboration aims to address the root causes of crime by offering essential services and fostering a sense of community. Keith has been volunteering for Crimestoppers in London for the last three years and spent the day in Brixton visiting community 

Alexa said: “While working with partners in Brixton, it was clear to see that certain dedicated individuals have a significant influence in their communities. We are helping to turn things around in those communities.” 

Alexa Loukas, London Regional Manager for Crimestoppers, and our London volunteer Keith Lebihan, worked closely with local organisations such as the Brixton Soup Kitchen, which provides 

## **Our incredible volunteers** 

nominations to be of an incredibly high standard, 

We have 38 active volunteer 

surveying each team and creating local plans, which also highlighted what more the Volunteer Support team need to provide for our volunteers to continue to thrive. 

committees across the UK, each led by dedicated Chairs or Team Leaders and supported by committed volunteers with a variety of positions, who together form the backbone of our local presence. 

Among the winners were Alan Pritchard from the Scotland Committee and Monica Sharp from West Mercia, who were jointly awarded The Carolyn Randall Volunteer of the Year Award, which commemorates a much-loved Crimestoppers stalwart. Alan visited nearly 100 farms to engage rural communities and foster meaningful connections, while Monica’s tireless support and expertise in domestic violence campaigns have significantly benefited her region. 

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**Crimestoppers is pleased to recognise the incredible dedication of our** 

They represent Crimestoppers at events, help raise awareness of our services, and act as trusted voices within their communities. They work closely with our 15 Regional and National Managers across the UK to ensure Crimestoppers maintains a  strong and visible presence in local communities. 

**volunteers who help us build safer communities** 

This work continues and, following the retirement of Volunteer Manager Greg Rees after 8 years, we are delighted to welcome his replacement, Silvia Vergara. She is working with volunteers and staff to create the next phase of our volunteer engagement journey. 

The dedicated programme  we have had in place since 2020 to improve the support we provide to our volunteers came to its scheduled end this year. We have provided a better recruitment and induction process, new tools and resources, increased the emphasis on our Community Ambassadors Scheme and improved communications and engagement activities. 

Colin Dobinson was the pioneer of our Community Ambassador scheme, and this year there was a new award presented in his memory, won by Lewis Gittins, from Wiltshire. 

Crimestoppers is pleased to recognise the incredible dedication of our volunteers who help us build safer communities, and whose efforts are truly inspiring and vital to our mission. 

## Volunteer Awards 2025 

Our annual Volunteer Awards give us the opportunity to showcase, celebrate and thank our volunteers. As ever, the 2025 judges found the 

We have also created a picture of volunteering health in each area, 

**Youth Volunteer Award Saffron Buckler, West Country Committee** 

**Fundraiser Award Peter Rolington, Kent Committee** 

**Unsung Hero Award Keith Lebihan, London Strategic Board** 

**The Carolyn Randall Volunteer of the Year Award Alan Pritchard, Scotland Committee** 

**The Colin Dobinson Community Ambassador Award Lewis Gittins, Wiltshire Committee** 

**The Carolyn Randall Volunteer of the Year Award Monica Sharp, West Mercia Committee** 

## **Lifetime Achievement Award** 

**Bill South, Chair London Strategic Board** 

## **Committee of the Year Award Wiltshire Committee** 

**CEO Corporate Award Severnside Community Rail Partnership** 

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**Building trust and confidence** 

**Our future plans** 

## **13.5% increase in reports on crime in rural Gloucestershire** 

The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, via the Home Office’s Safer Streets initiative, provided £10,000 of funding for Crimestoppers to run a campaign targeting rural crime across Gloucestershire. Phase 1 ran in July and August 2024 whilst phase 2 took place in October and November. 

## Why we ran 

the campaign Rural crime is becoming increasingly serious and organised. A large proportion of rural crimes are orchestrated by criminal gangs to fund other criminal enterprises or to launder money. Meanwhile, the victims of rural crime are increasingly threatened and intimidated over a sustained period of time and it is believed that rural crime is often under-reported. 

## **A large proportion of rural crimes are orchestrated by criminal gangs to fund other criminal enterprises or to launder money** 

Our campaign focused on informing the public that many rural crimes are committed by organised crime groups, and are actually part of wider serious criminal activity. 

Increase the number of reports given to Crimestoppers, providing the police with more information. 

anonymous reporting to people in rural communities. 

## Results and impact 

Raise awareness of the ability to report via Crimestoppers’ anonymous reporting channels, reassuring the public that they can speak up about rural crime. 

Our campaign reached over 174,000 local people during phase 1, and 153,000 in phase 2. 

Phase 1 concentrated on the theft of valuable farm machinery and GPS systems, whilst phase 2 tackled wildlife crime such as hare coursing and badger baiting. Our aims were to: 

The social media campaigns achieved excellent engagement with higher than average click through rates. 

## Campaign outline 

Educate the public about the signs to spot that suspicious activity may be taking place in their area, encouraging them to report what they know and potentially prevent a crime from taking place. 

Activity consisted of two social media campaigns: a bespoke web page, local radio adverts, leaflets and a variety of promotional items to help engage with the public and farmers at local events. We also worked closely with a variety of partners to spread awareness of 

More than 1,500 people visited our bespoke web page to find out more about rural crime. 

At the end of the project, there was a 13.5% increase in anonymous reports received by Crimestoppers relating to crime in Gloucestershire’s rural areas. 

Raise awareness that many rural crimes are committed by criminal gangs to fund other crimes. 

## **Our future plans** 

Our charity believes that everyone has the right to feel safe from crime, wherever they live and work, and to achieve this we believe in the power of people to stop crime. 

The power is in speaking up – silence allows criminals to prosper, to hurt us and those we care about. Our promise of anonymity for anyone who comes to us is at our heart and embedded at our Contact Centre. 

**“We are here to help anyone with a knowledge of a crime or criminal who for personal reasons will not share this information directly with the police or other relevant authority.”** 

## Our objectives are: 

1. Improve the quality of anonymous information we send to the police and partners. Our quality information is both useful and unique. We maintain the highest standards to process information and protect our users. We clearly communicate our promise of anonymity to those least likely to deal directly with authorities. 

## In the coming year we will: 

   - Respond quickly to the increasing issue of knife crimes associated with robbery, assault/murder, and drug crimes with communications materials for volunteers and partners to use. 

   - Increase the crime reports associated with violence against women and girls, with two national campaigns, updates to our website and a variety of campaign assets for volunteers and partners to use. 

   - Engage with all forces to improve their reporting of Crimestoppers’ impact as they solve and prevent crimes. The timeliness and quality of their feedback will improve to demonstrate how, by working together, we make a difference. 

2. Improve trust and confidence in our services among our likely users. Work directly with communities and partners through conversation so the people least likely to speak up know our name, and that we are there for them should they ever need it. 

## In the coming year we will: 

- Continue our activities in targeted areas, including longer term partnerships and community work, to address serious organised crime which blights those who live and work there. 


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of informed Fearless young people, empowered to speak up about crime and confident to use Crimestoppers services. 

   - Implement a number of ‘brand first’ campaigns in specific areas of deprivation aimed at building core base of understanding of our key messages and linked to key crime priorities. 

3. Extend our supporter base, partnerships and networks to reach all communities. Strong partnerships and supporters are integral to the way we work, from police to volunteers to other organisations. It is only together that we help stop crime. 

## In the coming year we will: 

   - Work closely with our partners to develop existing relationships into longer lasting deeper partnerships and create new opportunities. 

   - Build a network of trusted adults who can help us communicate with young people, both as individuals and through relevant national organisations. 

   - Produce information for growing neighbourhood policing teams so they can talk about Crimestoppers confidently. 

4. Be an effective and efficient charity that provides excellent value for our beneficiaries and partners, and the best experience for our staff and volunteers. 

## In the coming year we will: 

- Create a vision for our charity’s future with a clear pathway to achieve this this, so that the charity’s ambitions are realised. 

- Develop new initiatives so our volunteers can do more to make a difference, from strong structures and processes, to training and new roles to support both volunteers and the key staff who work alongside them. 

- Invest in further technology in our Contact Centre, from modern telephony systems to automation systems that streamline processes so our staff can add value to quality anonymous reporting. 

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**Financial results** 

## **Financial results** 

The group results for the year ended 31st March 2025 are given in the Consolidated Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) on page 33. The charity’s assets and liabilities as at 31st March 2025 are given in the Balance Sheets on page 34. 

## Trading results 

Income fell in the year by 2% to £7,704,023, which although disappointing was due to an outsourced campaign contract no longer being undertaken by the charity. This led to no loss of margin as the work was carried out at cost. In contrast, income from charitable activities rose by 16% to £4,598,737, which was pleasing and demonstrates continued demand for the charity’s core offering. Along with income, costs also fell but by a higher amount of 5%. Such a fall was across both charitable activities and the cost of raising funds, and down in part to the fall in campaign income, but also improved efficiency across the charity. Both staff numbers and associated costs rose as the charity sought to maintain the quality of its service, aided by the median length of service of Call Agents again increasing. In comparison, costs associated with campaign work no longer undertaken fell, reflected in a fall of £562,180 of expenses related to publicity and promotion of the Crimestoppers scheme. As noted in the prior year, the charity has continued to invest in technology to improve both its offering and the efficiency of its operations. To that end the CRM system that was begun in 2023/24 was completed and the Connect product that allows clients to obtain reports via a web portal was finished. The charity remains committed to using technology to improve its operations and plans to undertake further such projects in the coming year. The Trustees have monitored both income and expenditure during the year and are satisfied with the pursuit of new opportunities where the charity can deliver its charitable purpose together with good control of costs. The surplus of £634,428 was pleasing and, after delivery of the various initiatives identified in the annual report, it has been transferred to reserves in accordance with the Trustees’ policy of continuing to build the balance. 

There was no increase in cost to the majority of Police Forces in 24/25 after a rise in 22/23. The Trustees are pleased with an approach that does not increase the cost of the core Police service each year, especially in the light of potentially tight budgetary constraints. Such an approach is only possible if demand from other charitable sources continues to grow, which it did with an increase of £518,428 over the previous year. Such an increase arose from a number of 

sources, with notable work being with Police and Fire Services to improve the quality of their approach and particularly to root out poor staff behaviour, thereby improving public trust and confidence in both services. Contracts with partners in the commercial, charitable and public sectors that make up income from other charitable sources are acknowledged and appreciated by Trustees as they provide a valuable source of funds for the charity. Investment income of £131,594 was an improvement over the prior year and has accompanied a review by Trustees of the charity’s investment policy, which will result in a more diversified asset portfolio in the coming year. 

The balance sheet again strengthened in the year with total funds rising by £634,429 to £3,952,899. The charity invested £185,950 in capital expenditure in both computer software, hardware and improved meeting room facilities. Net current assets rose by £587,908 as a concerted effort was made to improve the timeliness of cash collection. 

The balance on the general fund increased by £655,237, to include both unrestricted and designated funds. Free reserves increased to £3,077,452, which is slightly below the target set by the Trustees. 

In summary, the Trustees are pleased with the financial outcome for the year, which has seen the charity continue to strengthen its financial position and which in turn enables its independence. Investments were made to improve both the internal operation of the charity and the service it offers to both Police and commercial customers, which continues to appeal to a range of different organisations. Staffing levels were again increased and for reasons concerning culture as well as pay and conditions, enabled a good quality service to be delivered. 

## Investment policy 

The charity’s policy is to maintain all of its liquid resources in interest bearing accounts at competitive rates available in the market. The policy will be reviewed in the 25/26 financial year to determine what level of investments should be held in funds comprising equities and bonds. 

## Reserves policy 

The charity maintains a level of reserves to allow it to meet its operational obligations and to mitigate against the financial costs of identified risks. 

The level of reserves is set in the light of risks identified in the Risk Register, which is reviewed annually by the board. The key risks identified concern damage to the charity’s reputation to guarantee anonymity to every member of the public who passes on information about crime and loss or reduction of grant support from the Home Office. 

The trustees consider that a level of reserves in the range of £3.25 million to £3.5 million is appropriate given the level of risk identified, an increase from the previous financial year. The level of unrestricted free reserves on 31 March 2025 was £3,077,000, which the trustees target to increase over an appropriate period, being mindful of the need to invest funds to further the charity’s purpose. 

The trustees review the level of reserves yearly and update the policy annually. 

## Going concern 

The Board of Trustees, in considering the adequacy of the charity’s resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, has had due regard to the risks of possible reduced funding from the Home Office, donors and sponsors. The Home Office has committed to continue to support the charity with the award of a grant for 2025/26, at the same level as for the current financial year. Given the continued pressure on the Home Office’s finances, we see this continued funding as a positive endorsement of the charity. The Trustees anticipate that Home Office funding will continue to be available for periods beyond 31 March 2026. Additionally, the Trustees believe that the work being undertaken to attract funding from other sources will meet any potential shortfall and are therefore satisfied that the charity can continue to meet its commitments as they fall due. 

## Risk management and internal control 

The Board of Trustees has examined the major strategic, business and operational risks which the charity faces and confirm that systems have been established to enable regular reports to be produced so that the necessary steps can be taken to lessen these risks. The principal risk facing the charity is to its reputation in being able to guarantee anonymity to every member of the public who passes on information about crime. The Trustees will continue to implement policies which protect the operation’s integrity. The other main risk to the 

organisation is the contribution from the Home Office, as it continues to provide significant funding for the charity; around 10% of its overall income in 2024/25. Trustees and staff continually look to increase other sources of income to ensure that the charity remains viable and to maintain a good relationship with the Home Office. 

The Board has overall responsibility for ensuring that the charity has a system of internal control. Such a system of control can provide only reasonable and not absolute assurance against errors or fraud. The controls include clearly documented accounting procedures and a delegation of the authority of the Board of Trustees through the Chief Executive to the rest of the organisation. Controls safeguard Crimestoppers’ assets and maintain the integrity of accounting controls. 

Crimestoppers operates an annual planning and budgeting system with a yearly budget approved by the Board. Any significant changes to those plans or budgets need specific approval from the Audit Committee. Revised forecasts are undertaken during the course of the year. The financial reporting system compares results with the budget and forecast on a monthly basis. 

## Subsidiary undertakings 

The charity’s subsidiary undertakings as at 31 March 2025 were wholly owned and registered in England and Wales. Details are included in Note 14 to the financial statements. Some of the funds required to support the operations of the charity are raised through its subsidiary, Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited. 

## Employees and volunteers 

Information about the aims and activities of the charity is disseminated to all staff and volunteers by means of briefings, meetings, reports, newsletters and Crimestoppers intranet. 

Crimestoppers fully accepts its social and statutory duty of enabling disabled persons to play their part in the community, and will employ them wherever practical. Should any staff become disabled, every reasonable effort is made to continue their employment and where necessary to provide special training or equipment. Career development and promotional opportunities are the same for all staff and volunteers. 

The remuneration of the Chief Executive and other senior management is approved annually by the Trustees. 

The charity depends heavily on the valuable contribution made by its volunteer committee members, both with regard to fundraising for regional projects and the promotion of the Crimestoppers service. 

## **Organisational Structure, Governance and Management** 

## Charitable status 

The charity is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator. Our work extends throughout the British Isles, with a connection to Crime Stoppers International. 

## Board of Trustees and organisational structure 

The charity is a company limited by guarantee and is governed by the Board of Trustees, whose members are also directors for the purposes of the Companies Act. The Trustees who served during the year are set out 

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**Financial results** 

## **Financial results** 

on page 50. The Board is responsible for the oversight of the management of all the affairs of Crimestoppers. They are subject to fixed-term appointments and election or re-election in accordance with procedures set out in the charity’s Memorandum and Articles of Association, which is its governing document. Trustee recruitment and appointment is on the basis that new appointees are familiar with both the responsibilities of being a Trustee and the detailed nature of the organisation. Due to the Trustees’ business and charities experience and their awareness of the aims of the charity, it is felt that formal training beyond an induction process is unnecessary at the present time, but this will remain under review. 

The Board ensures that all activities are within agreed charitable objectives. 

The Board’s work includes setting the strategic direction and agreeing the financial plan. 

It appoints an Advisory Board (‘AB’) which currently consists of representatives from the Trustees, regional volunteer committees and the senior officers of the charity. The AB meets twice a year, the principal purpose of which is to provide a communication channel between the Trustees, senior officers and regional volunteers. 

## Governance committee 

The Governance Committee is appointed by the Board of Trustees and consists of up to three Trustees. It meets a minimum of twice each year. Its purpose is to ensure that the Board of Trustees fulfils its legal, ethical, and functional responsibilities through adequate governance, policy development, monitoring of Board activities, and the evaluation of the effectiveness of Board performance. 

The Governance Committee undertakes an annual review of the Board’s performance and Trustees are confident that the charity’s governance meets the Charity Governance Code’s recommended practice in all material respects, which has been confirmed by a comprehensive audit carried out and reviewed by the Trustees. Trustees have reviewed and confirmed that in the few areas where the charity does not – benchmarking, Board size and trustee length of service – there is sufficient justification. The unique nature of the charity’s operation means there are no obvious direct benchmarking comparators, but this will be kept under review; for the time being, Trustees have agreed a regime of continuous improvement. The Board’s complement is under constant review and while this has resulted in a reduction, the number still exceeds that recommended by the Code. In addition, a number of Trustees have served longer than the recommended 

nine years. However, those individuals continue to provide excellent service to the charity. 

## Audit Committee 

The Audit Committee is appointed by the Board of Trustees and consists of up to three Trustees. It meets at various times during the year to consider reports from the auditors, and advises the Board on financial control and organisational effectiveness. 

## Trustee Directors’ responsibility 

Each of the Trustee Directors has confirmed that so far as they are aware, there is no relevant audit information of which the charity’s auditor is unaware, and that they have taken all the steps that they individually ought to have taken as a Trustee Director in order to make themselves aware of any relevant audit information and to establish that the charity’s auditor is aware of that information. 

## Auditor 

In accordance with the Companies Act 2006, a resolution proposing Forvis Mazars LLP be re-appointed as auditor of the charity will be put to the Annual General Meeting. 

## Our volunteers 

There are 44 regional volunteer committees, consisting in total of approximately 272 volunteers from business, local government, the media and representatives generally of the communities they serve. They are responsible for working collaboratively with a wide variety of partners including the police, Police & Crime Commissioners, Community Safety Partnerships and other partners promoting Crimestoppers generally and managing campaigns in their local area. The majority of committees are supported by salaried Regional Managers. It should be noted that a great amount of time, the value of which is not reflected in these financial statements, is donated by our volunteers, without whom the charity would not be able to sustain the current level of activities. 

## Our staff 

In the year there were on average 102 full time equivalent employees who are responsible for the management and administration of the charity, staffing the 24/7 call centre, marketing and fundraising, building and maintaining UK-wide partnerships, managing UKwide campaigns, and supporting regional volunteer committees. Of the staff, 34 are part of its Central Office team, 50 work either in management positions or under a shift system in our 24/7 Contact Centre and 18 work in a regional or area managerial role providing support to particular volunteer committees. The Central Office is also a base for several volunteers who assist with fundraising and operational tasks. The organisation has no staff on zero hours contracts. 

relates to future pension contributions. Current financial projections indicate that the charity will be able to make any required contributions as they fall due, with no recovery payments currently required. FRS 102 requires that the liability of the pension scheme should be shown as a change in unrestricted funds. The details are shown in full in Note 17 to the financial statements. The asset is not shown on the balance sheet as the Trustees are of the view that the uncertainty around it’s long term likelihood are unknown and hence to do so would not be appropriate. 

## Pensions 

The charity contributes to a defined benefit scheme, which was closed to new entrants in 2005 and future service accrual in 2022, and to an occupational money purchase scheme. A professional actuary carried out a three-yearly valuation at 31 March 2023 of the defined benefit scheme, which is not under Crimestoppers’ direct control, as the charity is a small part of a much bigger group which participates in the scheme. The draft revised valuation undertaken shows an improvement from the previous valuation undertaken in 2021, with an estimated 128 percent (2021 – 77 percent) being the proportion of the accrued benefits which the scheme assets cover. 

Signed on behalf of the Trustees 

Additionally, the actuary carries out a separate annual valuation for financial reporting purposes in line with the accounting standard, FRS 102. The annual valuation is carried out using different assumptions and often results in a very different funding deficit or surplus. The 31 March 2025 valuation under this method showed a surplus of £616,000 compared with a surplus of £492,000 at 31 March 2024. The balance does not represent the cash position, as the cash flow required 

**Peter Gaze FCA** 

**Ceris Gardner 23rd July 2025** 

## **Statement of Trustees’ responsibilities** 

The Trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ annual report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting practice). 

The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate and proper accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity’s transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the group and parent charity, and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005, regulation 8 of the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006 (as amended), the Charities Act 2011 and regulations made thereunder and with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the group and parent charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. 

Company and charity law requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under company law, the Trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the group and parent charity and of the income and expenditure, of the group for the year. In preparing those financial statements the Trustees are required to: 

Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently. 

The Trustees are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the corporate and financial information included on the charity’s website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of the financial statements and other information included in annual reports may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions. 

Observe the methods and principles in the charity’s SORP. 

Make judgments and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent. 

Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in business. 

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## **Independent Auditor’s Report to the Members of Crimestoppers Trust** 

## Opinion 

going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue. 

We have audited the financial statements of Crimestoppers Trust (the ‘charity’) for the year ended 31 March 2025 which comprise the Consolidated Statement of Financial Activities, the Consolidated and Charity Balance Sheets, the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows, and notes to the financial statements, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice). 

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the Trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report. 

## Other information 

The other information comprises the information included in the Strategic Report and Report of the Trustees, other than the financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon. The trustees are responsible for the other information. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. 

## In our opinion, the financial statements: 

- give a true and fair view of the state of the charity and the group’s affairs as at 31 March 2025 and of the group’s income and expenditure for the year then ended; 

In connection with our audit of the financial statements, 

our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether there is a material misstatement in the financial statements or a material misstatement of the other information. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact. 

- have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and 

- have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. 

## Basis for opinion 

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the charity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC’s Ethical Standard and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. 

## We have nothing to report in this regard. 

## Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006 

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit: 

� the information given in the Report of the Trustees which includes the Strategic Report and the Directors’ Report prepared for the purposes of company law, for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared is consistent with the financial statements; and 

## Conclusions relating to going concern 

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the Trustees’ use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate. 

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the charity’s ability to continue as a 

� the Strategic Report and the Directors’ Report included within the Report of the Trustees has been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements. 

## Matters on which we are required to report by exception 

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of noncompliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. 

In light of the knowledge and understanding of the charity and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the Strategic Report or the Directors’ Report included within the Report of the Trustees. 

Based on our understanding of the charity and its sector, we considered that non-compliance with the following laws and regulations might have a material effect on the financial statements: employment regulation, health and safety regulation and anti-money laundering regulation. 

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion: 

- adequate and proper accounting records have not been kept, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or 

- � the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or 

To help us identify instances of non-compliance with these laws and regulations, and in identifying and assessing the risks of material misstatement in respect to non-compliance, our procedures included, but were not limited to: 

- certain disclosures of trustees’ remuneration specif ed by law are not made; or 

   - Inquiring of management and, where appropriate, those charged with governance, as to whether the company is in compliance with laws and regulations, and discussing their policies and procedures regarding compliance with laws and regulations; 

   - � Inspecting correspondence, if any, with relevant licensing or regulatory authorities; 

   - � Communicating identified laws and regulations to the engagement team and remaining alert to any indications of non-compliance throughout our audit; and 

- we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit. 

## Responsibilities of Trustees 

As explained more fully in the Trustees’ responsibilities statement set out on page 29, the Trustees (who are also the directors of the charitable company for the purposes of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. 

- Considering the risk of acts by the company which were contrary to applicable laws and regulations, including fraud. 

In preparing the financial statements, the trustees are responsible for assessing the charity’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Trustees either intend to liquidate the charity or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so. 

We also considered those laws and regulations that have a direct effect on the preparation of the financial statements, such as tax legislation, pension legislation, the Companies Act 2006, the Charities Act 2011 and the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice. 

## In addition, we evaluated the Trustees’ and 

## Auditor’s responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements 

management’s incentives and opportunities for fraudulent manipulation of the financial statements, including the risk of management override of controls, and determined that the principal risks related to posting manual journal entries to manipulate financial performance, management bias through judgements and assumptions in significant accounting estimates, revenue recognition (which we pinpointed to the cut-off assertion), and significant one-off or unusual transactions. 

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of the financial statements. 

Our audit procedures in relation to fraud included but were not limited to: 

- Making enquiries of the trustees and management on whether they had knowledge of any actual, suspected or alleged fraud; 

Gaining an understanding of the internal controls established to mitigate risks related to fraud; 

The extent to which our procedures are capable of � detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below. 

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Discussing amongst the engagement team the risks of fraud; and 

Addressing the risks of fraud through management override of controls by performing journal entry testing. 

There are inherent limitations in the audit procedures described above and the primary responsibility for the prevention and detection of irregularities including fraud rests with management. As with any audit, there remained a risk of non-detection of irregularities, as these may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations or the override of internal controls. 

A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council’s website at www.frc.org.uk/ auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor’s report. 

## Use of the audit report 

This report is made solely to the charity’s members as a body in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charity’s members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charity and the charity’s members as a body for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed. 

## **David Hoose** 

(Senior Statutory Auditor) 

for and on behalf of Forvis Mazars LLP Chartered Accountants and Statutory Auditor Parkview House, 58 The Ropewalk, Nottingham, NG1 5DW 

15 August 2025 

(Incorporating the income and expenditure account) for the year ended 31 March 2025 

|||Unrestricted|Restricted|Total Funds|Unrestricted|Restricted|**Total Funds**|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|||Funds|Funds|2025|Funds|Funds|**2024**|
||**Notes**|£|£|£|£|£|**£**|
|**Income**||||||||
|Income from charitable activities|**1**|4,598,737|-|**4,598,737**|3,972,012|-|**3,972,012**|
|Donations and legacies|**2**|1,352,156|1,066,191|**2,418,347**|1,321,839|1,272,617|**2,594,456**|
|Other trading activities|**3**|554,306|1,039|**555,345**|1,155,511|1,707|**1,157,218**|
|Income from investments||131,594|-|**131,594**|125,243|-|**125,243**|
|**_Total income and endowments_**||**6,636,793**|**1,067,230**|**7,704,023**|**6,574,605**|**1,274,324**|**7,848,929**|
|**Expenditure**||||||||
|Charitable activities|**4**|5,344,871|1,153,448|**6,498,319**|5,240,473|1,426,548|**6,667,021**|
|Expenditure on raising funds|**5**|571,276||**571,276**|770,534|-|**770,534**|
|**_Total expenditure_**||**5,916,147**|**1,153,448**|**7,069,595**|**6,011,007**|**1,426,548**|**7,437,555**|
|**_Net income/(expenditure)_**||||||||
|**_before transfers_**||**720,646**|**(86,218)**|**634,428**|**563,598**|**(152,224)**|**411,374**|
|Gross transfers between funds||(65,409)|65,409|**-**|(62,602)|62,602|**-**|
|**_Net income/(expenditure) before_**||||||||
|**_other recognised gains and losses_**||**655,237**|**(20,809)**|**634,428**|**500,996**|**(89,622)**|**411,374**|
|**Other recognised gains/(losses)**||||||||
|Actuarial gain/(loss) on defined<br>benefit pension scheme<br>**_Net movement in funds_**<br>**Reconciliation of Funds**|**17**|-<br>**655,237**<br>~~oo~~|-<br>**(20,809)**|-<br>**634,428**|-<br>**500,996**|-<br>**(89,622)**|-<br>**411,374**|
|**_Total funds brought forward_**||3,186,899|131,571|**3,318,470**|2,685,903|221,193|2,907,096|
|**_Total funds carried forward_**||**3,842,136**|**110,762**|**3,952,898**|**3,186,899**|**131,571**|**3,318,470**|



All amounts are derived from continuing activities. There are no other recognised gains or losses other than those stated above. 

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**Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows** 

**Balance Sheet at 31 March 2025** 

|||**CONSOLIDATED**|**CONSOLIDATED**|**CHARITY**|**CHARITY**|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
||**Notes**|**2025**|**2024**|**2025**|**2024**|
|||**£**|**£**|**£**|**£**|
|**Fixed assets**||||||
|Total tangible assets|**9**|322,006|243,374|185,660|117,280|
|Total intangible assets|**9**|101,834|133,945|0|2,868|
|**_Total fixed assets_**||423,840|377,319|185,660|120,148|
|**Current assets**||||||
|Debtors|**10**|963,184|930,695|724,806|864,168|
|Investments||1,500,000|500,000|1,500,000|-|
|Cash at bank and in hand||3,537,299|3,999,915|1,582,234|2,755,140|
|**_Total current assets_**||6,000,483|5,430,610|3,807,040|3,619,308|
|**Liabilities**||||||
|Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year|**11**|(2,471,425)|(2,489,459)|(1,533,037)|(1,535,040)|
|**_Net current assets_**||3,529,058|2,941,151|2,274,004|2,084,268|
|||||||
|**_Total assets less current liabilities excluding pension liability_**||**3,952,898**|**3,318,470**|**2,459,664**|**2,204,416**|
|||||||
|**_Net assets excluding pension asset/(liability)_**||**3,952,898**|**3,318,470**|**2,459,664**|**2,204,416**|
|Defined benefit pension scheme deficit|**17**|**-**|**-**|**-**|**-**|
|**_Net assets including pension deficit_**|**13**|**3,952,898**|**3,318,470**|**2,459,664**|**2,204,416**|
|**The funds of the charity:**||||||
|**_Total restricted funds_**|**12**|**110,762**|**131,571**|**110,762**|**131,571**|
|Designated funds||442,678|450,298|442,678|450,298|
|Unrestricted funds||3,399,458|2,736,601|1,906,223|1,622,547|
|Defined benefit pension scheme deficit|**17**|-|-|-|-|
|**_Total unrestricted and designated funds_**||**3,842,136**|**3,186,899**|**2,348,902**|**2,072,845**|
|||||||
|**_Total funds_**|**13**|**3,952,898**|**3,318,470**|**2,459,664**|**2,204,416**|



||**2025**|**2024**|
|---|---|---|
||**£**|**£**|
|**Net movement in funds**|**634,428**|**411,373**|
|Investment income|(131,594)|(125,243)|
|Depreciation|79,101|59,674|
|Amortisation|60,328|63,872|
|(Increase)/Decrease in debtors|(32,489)|110,477|
|(Decrease)/Increase in creditors|(18,034)|408,765|
|(Decrease) in pension scheme liability|0|0|
|**Net cash inflow from operating activities**|**591,740**|**928,918**|
|**Cashflows from investing activities**|||
|Investment income received|131,594|125,243|
|Purchase of investments|(1,500,000)|(500,000)|
|Sale of investments|500,000|1,000,000|
|Purchase of tangible fixed assets|(157,733)|(53,731)|
|Purchase of intangible fixed assets|(28,217)|(104,483)|
|Net cash used in investing activities|(1,054,356)|467,029|
|**Change in cash equivalents in reporting year**|**(462,616)**|**1,395,947**|
|Opening balance at bank|3,999,915|2,603,968|
|Closing balance at bank|3,537,299|3,999,915|



The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees: 

## **Peter Gaze FCA** 

**23 July 2025** 

## **Ceris M Gardner** 

**23 July 2025** 

The principal accounting policies on pages 36 to 37 and the notes on pages 38 to 48 form part of these financial statements. Company No 05382856 

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**Principal accounting policies** 

**Principal accounting policies** 

## **Principal accounting policies** 

## **a) Basis of preparation** 

It is credited on receipt or entitlement to unrestricted funds or restricted funds, as appropriate, unless required by the donor to be deferred to future years. Intangible income, which comprise gifts in kind and donated services, is included in voluntary income at a valuation which is an estimate of the financial cost borne and confirmed by the donor, where such a cost is quantifiable and measurable. Such costs include amounts in excess of commercial discounts given, where such discounts are deemed by the donors as donations. No income is recognised when there is no financial cost borne by a third party. 

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) (effective 1 January 2019) – (Charities SORP (FRS 102)) and the Companies Act 2006. 

Crimestoppers Trust meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy note(s). 

## Activities for raising funds 

Activities for raising funds represent income from fundraising events and licensing undertaken by the charity during the year. 

The Trustees have reviewed detailed cash flow projections to 31 July 2026 and have agreed detailed budgets for the year ended 31 March 2026. Both sources of income and types of expenditure have been reviewed. The Trustees have also considered the Group’s working capital and capital expenditure requirements. As a result of the foregoing, the Trustees are satisfied that it is appropriate to prepare the accounts on a going concern basis. 

## Investment income 

Investment income consists of interest and is accounted for on a receivable basis. 

## **e) Expenditure** 

All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. 

The principal accounting policies of the charity are set out below: 

Costs of raising funds are those incurred in seeking voluntary contributions and do not include the costs of disseminating information in support of the charity’s activities. 

## **b) Company status** 

The charity is a company limited by guarantee. The members of the company are the Trustees named on page 50. In the event of the charity being wound up, the liability in respect of the guarantee is limited to £1 per member of the charity. 

Support costs, which include the central and regional functions such as general management, finance and accounting, information technology and human resources, are allocated across the categories of charitable expenditure and the costs of raising funds. The basis of the cost allocation is by head count and estimated time spent by personnel under each category. 

## **c) Fund accounting** 

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the Board of Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity. Funds held by regional committees which are not for a specific purpose are regarded as Unrestricted while still within the control of the relevant committee. Restricted funds are funds that are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or that have been raised for particular purposes. 

## **f) Tangible fixed assets** 

Fixed assets are capitalised when their cost exceeds £500 and when their useful economic life is expected to exceed three years in the case of computer equipment and five years for all other assets. 

## **d) Income** 

Depreciation is charged to the SOFA so as to write off the cost of fixed assets on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives. Depreciation is charged on a monthly basis from the month of purchase, with a whole month’s charge in the month of disposal. Leasehold improvement costs are amortised over the remaining period of the appropriate lease. 

All income is included in the SOFA when the Charity is legally entitled to it, receipt is probable, and the amount can be measured with sufficient reliability. 

Income is received from charitable activities, donations and legacies, other trading activities and investments. 

## **g) Intangible fixed assets** 

Intangible fixed assets are recognised as website and software costs exceeding £500. These costs have been capitalised at historic cost and amortised on a straightline basis over three years. Depreciation is charged to the SOFA on a monthly basis from the month of purchase, with a whole month’s charge in the month of disposal. 

## **h) Pension costs** 

The charity is a participating employer member of the Foundation Pension Plan, which is closed to new members and to future service accrual as from 1 April 2022. The scheme is a defined benefit pension scheme, the funds of which is administered by its own trustees and is separate from those of the participating employers. The cost of providing pensions and related benefits is charged to the SOFA over the employees’ service lives on the basis of a constant percentage of earnings, which is an estimate of the regular cost. Variations from regular cost, arising from periodic actuarial valuations, are allocated over the expected 

remaining service lives of current employees on the basis of a constant percentage of current and estimated future earnings. Any difference between the charge to the SOFA and the contributions payable to the scheme is shown as a liability on the balance sheet. An asset is not recognised. 

The full deficit for the scheme is recognised on the balance sheet in line with the requirements of FRS 102. Any surplus is not recognised. The cost of the pension scheme has been brought into the SOFA in full, and allocated across expense codes on a consistent basis with the allocation of all other staff costs. 

Pension costs in respect of the group occupational money purchase scheme are charged to the SOFA for the year in which they are payable. 

## **i) Operating leases** 

Payments made under operating leases are charged to the SOFA when incurred. The charity does not acquire assets under finance leases. 

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**Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

**Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

## **Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

|**1. Income from charitable activities**<br>24/7 Call Centre<br>Other<br>**2. Donations and legacies**<br>Income from donations:<br>Other voluntary income<br>Companies and trusts<br>Individuals<br>Grant Income:<br>Central government<br>Local government<br>Intangible income<br>**Total income from donations and legacies**<br>Central government grants include £800,000 (2024 - £800,000)<br>Home Offce contribution to support the core operating costs of the Charity.<br>**3. Other trading activities**<br>Corporate partners and other licensing income<br>Events|**2025**<br>**£**<br>2,953,908<br>1,644,829<br>**4,598,737**<br>**2025**<br>**£**<br>856,089<br>438,775<br>81,260<br>**1,376,124**<br>925,000<br>61,216<br>**986,216**<br>56,007<br>**56,007**<br>**2,418,347**<br>**2025**<br>**£**<br>484,691<br>70,654<br>**555,345**|**2024**<br>**£**<br>2,845,611<br>1,126,401|
|---|---|---|
|||**3,972,012**|
|||**2024**<br>**£**<br>826,319<br>670,866<br>66,812|
|||**1,563,997**|
|||917,711<br>59,969|
|||**977,680**|
|||52,780|
|||**52,780**|
||||
|||**2,594,457**|
|||**2024**<br>**£**<br>1,087,423<br>69,795|
|||**1,157,218**|



## **4. Charitable activities** 

||||
|---|---|---|
|**4. Charitable activities**<br>Staff costs – promoting the Crimestoppers scheme and building<br>up anti-crime partnerships, nationally and locally<br>Publicity and promotion of the Crimestoppers scheme<br>Support costs<br>Audit fee<br>Rewards|**2025**<br>**£**<br>4,099,603<br>882,569<br>1,479,328<br>33,519<br>3,300<br>**6,498,319**|**2024**<br>**£**<br>3,841,953<br>1,638,459<br>1,142,809<br>40,775<br>3,025|
|||**6,667,021**|



Within the £6,483,538 (2024 – £6,667,021) of Charitable Activities cost for the Charity are £59,424 (2024 – £65,100) relating to Governance Costs. Within the £4,099,603 (2024 – £3,841,953) of Staff Costs are £Nil (2024 – £47,515) Redundancy Costs. 

Within the £882,568 (2024 – £1,638,459) for the publicity and promotion of the charity are matching costs of £41,226 (2024 – £52,780) of the intangible income (outlined in note 2 above). 

|**5. Expenditure on raising funds**<br>Staff costs, including consultancy and training<br>Support costs<br>Fundraising events and publicity<br>**6. Staff costs**<br>Total costs of:<br>Wages and salaries<br>National insurance<br>Pension and other benefts<br>Consultancy and temporary staff<br>Training and recruitment<br>Pension scheme administration<br>Other staff costs<br>Compensation for loss of offce<br>The average number of full-time equivalent employees (including part time<br>staff) during the year were as follows:<br>Fundraising<br>Charitable activities<br>Administration<br>Total<br>Average number of staff during the year<br>Higher paid employees received emoluments during the year in the following bands:<br>£10,000 - £19,999<br>£40,000 - £49,999<br>£60,000 - £69,999<br>£80,000 - £89,999<br>£90,000 - £99,999<br>£140,000 - £149,999<br>£160,000 - £169,999|**2025**<br>**£**<br>413,125<br>118,020<br>40,131<br>**571,276**<br>**2025**<br>**£**<br>3,699,088<br>370,503<br>212,608<br>64,631<br>113,998<br>18,539<br>25,676<br>7,685<br>**4,512,728**<br>**2025**<br>4<br>86<br>12<br>**102**<br>**109**<br>**2025**<br>1<br>1<br>1<br>-<br>2<br>-<br>1<br>**6**|**2024**<br>**£**<br>530,981<br>203,032<br>36,521|
|---|---|---|
|||**770,534**|
|||**2024**<br>**£**<br>3,580,922<br>355,655<br>187,679<br>83,759<br>90,334<br>15,367<br>11,703<br>47,515|
|||**4,372,934**|
|||**2024**<br>5<br>82<br>11<br>**98**<br>**106**<br>**2024**<br>-<br>-<br>1<br>3<br>-<br>1<br>-<br>**5**|



Of these employees none (2024 – None) was a member of the Trust’s defined benefit pension scheme. The total remuneration cost of the key management personnel during the year was £608,056 (2024 – £594,549). 

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**Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

**Notes to the financial statements for** 

**the year ended 31 March 2025** 

## **7. Trustees’ emoluments** 

No Trustee received any emoluments or expenses during the year (2024-Nil). 

|**8. Support costs**<br>Travel expenses<br>Property costs<br>Depreciation<br>Offce administration costs<br>IT Support Costs<br>Professional fees<br>Marketing Support<br>Other Support costs<br>Cost recovery|**Charitable**<br>**activities**<br>**£**<br>118,820<br>379,730<br>129,124<br>159,840<br>510,491<br>181,827<br>153,933<br>(5,184)<br>(149,253)<br>**1,479,328**|**Expenditure on**<br>**raising funds**<br>**£**<br>9,479<br>30,294<br>10,301<br>12,751<br>40,726<br>14,505<br>12,280<br>(410)<br>(11,907)<br>**118,019**|**2025 Total**<br>**£**<br>**128,299**<br> **410,024**<br>**139,425**<br>**172,591**<br>**551,217**<br>**196,332**<br>**166,213**<br>**(5,594)**<br>**(161,160)**<br>**1,597,347**|**2024 Total**<br>**£**<br>**118,950**<br>**335,101**<br>**123,545**<br>**203,786**<br>**320,120**<br>**186,167**<br>**154,172**<br>**45,524**<br>**(141,525)**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|||||**1,345,840**|



## **9a. Consolidated fixed assets** 

|**9a. Consolidated fxed assets**|||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|**Cost**<br>At 1 April 2024<br>Additions<br>Disposals<br>At 31 March 2025<br>**Depreciation**<br>At 1 April 2024<br>Charge for the year<br>Eliminated on disposals<br>At 31 March 2025<br>**Net book value**<br>At 31 March 2025<br>At 31 March 2024||**Tangible**|||
||**Leasehold**<br>**Improvements**<br>**£**<br>237,777<br>-<br>-<br>**237,777**<br>79,855<br>24,841<br>-<br>**104,696**<br>**133,081**<br>**157,922**|**Furniture,**<br>**Fixtures**<br>**& Fittings**<br>**£**<br>33,260<br>84,918<br>-<br>**118,178**<br>23,783<br>11,752<br>-<br>**35,535**<br>**82,643**<br>**9,477**|**Computer**<br>**Equipment**<br>**£**<br>146,193<br>72,815<br>-<br>**219,008**<br>70,218<br>42,508<br>-<br>**112,726**<br>**106,282**<br>**75,975**||



## **9b. Charity fixed assets** 

|**9b. Charity fxed assets**|||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|**Cost**<br>At 1 April 2024<br>Additions<br>Disposals<br>At 31 March 2025<br>**Depreciation**<br>At 1 April 2024<br>Charge for the year<br>Eliminated on disposals<br>Loss on disposal<br>At 31 March 2025<br>**Net book value**<br>At 31 March 2025<br>**At 31 March 2024**||**Tangible**|||
||**Leasehold**<br>**Improvements**<br>**£**<br>90,617<br>-<br>-<br>**90,617**<br>28,700<br>9,637<br>-<br>-<br>**38,337**<br>**52,280**<br>**61,917**|**Furniture,**<br>**Fixtures**<br>**& Fittings**<br>**£**<br>2,434<br>40,992<br>-<br>**43,426**<br>1,397<br>2,073<br>-<br>-<br>**3,470**<br>**39,956**<br>**1,037**|**Computer**<br>**Equipment**<br>**£**<br>87,097<br>72,815<br>-<br>**159,912**<br>32,771<br>33,717<br>-<br>-<br>**66,488**<br>**93,424**<br>**54,326**||



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**Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

**Notes to the financial statements for** 

**the year ended 31 March 2025** 

|**10a. Consolidated debtors**<br>Trade debtors<br>Prepayments<br>Accrued income<br>**10b. Charity debtors**<br>Trade debtors<br>Prepayments<br>Accrued income<br>Amounts due from associated undertakings|**2025**<br>**£**<br>747,393<br>170,202<br>45,589<br>**963,184**<br>**2025**<br>**£**<br>346,373<br>142,129<br>26,385<br>209,919<br>**724,806**|**2024**<br>**£**<br>766,761<br>160,043<br>3,891|
|---|---|---|
|||**930,695**|
|||**2024**<br>**£**<br>301,258<br>153,511<br>-<br>409,399|
|||**864,168**|



## **12. Movement on restricted and designated funds** 

|**Total Regional restricted funds**<br>Contact Centre relocation<br>**Total Central Offce restricted funds**<br>**Total restricted funds**<br>**Designated funds**|**Opening**<br>**Balance**<br>**£**<br>**-**<br>131,571<br>**131,571**<br>**131,571**<br>**450,298**|**Income**<br>**£**<br>**1,067,230**<br>-<br>**-**<br>**1,067,230**<br>**220,980**|**Expenditure**<br>**£**<br>**(1,132,639)**<br>(20,809)<br>**(20,809)**<br>**(1,153,448)**<br>**(228,600)**|**Net Transfers**<br>**£**<br>**65,409**<br>-<br>**-**<br>**65,409**<br>**-**|**Closing**<br>**Balance**<br>**£**|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
||||||**-**|
||||||110,762|
||||||**110,762**|
|||||||
||||||**110,762**|
|||||||
||||||**442,678**|



� Contact Centre Relocation – Grant income received from the Cayo Foundation to fund the refurbishment of the Head Office premsies to facilitate the relocation of the Contact Centre. This balance represents the amount included as part of the fixed assets which will be written off over the lease term of ten years 

Amounts due from associated undertakings includes the outstanding management charge in respect of strategic and support services supplied to the subsiduary £210,000 (2024 - £151,500). 

|**11a. Consolidated creditors due within one year**<br>Trade creditors<br>Taxation and Social Security<br>Accruals<br>Deferred income<br>Other creditors|**2025**<br>**£**<br>473,777<br>295,852<br>287,644<br>1,393,479<br>20,673<br>**2,471,425**|**2024**<br>**£**<br>405,718<br>338,711<br>432,615<br>1,289,796<br>22,619|
|---|---|---|
|||**2,489,459**|



Deferred income of £1,289,796 at the end of 2024 was released during the year. 

|**11b. Charity creditors due within one year**<br>Trade creditors<br>Taxation and Social Security<br>Accruals<br>Deferred income<br>Other creditors|**2025**<br>**£**<br>413,043<br>76,994<br>250,618<br>771,710<br>20,672<br>**1,533,037**|**2024**<br>**£**<br>320,127<br>121,057<br>329,482<br>748,644<br>15,730|
|---|---|---|
|||**1,535,040**|



|**13a. Consolidated fund balances at 31 March 2025**<br>represented by:<br>Fixed assets<br>Debtors<br>Cash at bank and in hand<br>Creditors<br>**Net assets at 31 March 2025**<br>**13b. Charity fund balances at 31 March 2025**<br>represented by:<br>Fixed assets<br>Debtors<br>Investments<br>Cash at bank and in hand<br>Creditors<br>**Net assets at 31 March 2025**|Unrestricted and<br>Designated Funds<br>£<br>313,078<br>963,184<br>5,037,299<br>(2,471,424)<br>**3,842,137**<br>Unrestricted and<br>Designated Funds<br>£<br>155,749<br>724,806<br>1,500,000<br>1,501,383<br>(1,533,036)<br>**2,348,902**|Restricted<br>Funds<br>£<br>110,762<br>-<br>-<br>-<br>**110,762**<br>Restricted<br>Funds<br>£<br>29,911<br>-<br>-<br>80,851<br>-<br>**110,762**|**Total**<br>**Funds**<br>**£**<br>423,840<br>963,184<br>5,037,299<br>(2,471,424)|
|---|---|---|---|
||||**3,952,899**|
||||**Total**<br>**Funds**<br>**£**<br>185,660<br>724,806<br>1,500,000<br>1,582,234<br>(1,533,036)|
||||**2,459,664**|



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**Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

**Notes to the financial statements for** 

**the year ended 31 March 2025** 

## **14. Subsidiary Companies** 

The group subsidiary companies at 31 March 2025, which were wholly registered in England and Wales, were as follows: 

## **Activity** 

Crimestoppers Enterprises Limited Dormant Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited Operation of a 24/7 call handling centre 

The results of Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited for the year ended 31st March 2025 were as follows: 

|The results of Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited for the year ended 31st March 2025 were as follows:|||
|---|---|---|
|Turnover<br>Cost of sales<br>Gross proft<br>Administrative expenses<br>Operating surplus<br>Interest receivable and similar income, net of interest payable<br>Proft for the year<br>Fixed assets<br>Net current assets<br>Net assets<br>Proft and loss account<br>Total shareholders funds|**2025**<br>**£**<br>4,688,009<br>(1,889,741)<br>2,798,268<br>(1,096,934)<br>1,701,334<br>33,782<br>1,735,117<br>238,180<br>1,254,634<br>1,492,814<br>1,492,814<br>1,492,814|**2024**<br>**£**<br>4,543,795<br>(2,303,174)|
|||2,240,621<br>(959,652)|
|||1,280,969<br>44,545|
|||1,325,513|
|||257,169<br>856,464|
|||1,113,633|
|||1,113,633|
|||1,113,633|



## **15. Leases** 

|**15. Leases**||||
|---|---|---|---|
|**Commitments under operating leases are as follows:**<br>**Consolidated:**<br>Payments within one year<br>Expiring between one – fve years<br>Expiring after fve years<br>**Charity:**<br>Payments within one year<br>Expiring between one – fve years<br>Expiring after fve years|**Land & buildings**<br>**2025**<br>**2024**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>132,000<br>132,000<br>528,000<br>528,000<br>35,411<br>167,411<br>695,411<br>827,411<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>132,000<br>132,000<br>528,000<br>528,000<br>35,411<br>167,411<br>695,411<br>827,411|**Others**<br>**2025**<br>**2024**<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>14,850<br>14,850<br>3,520<br>14,850<br>-<br>-<br>18,370<br>29,700<br>**£**<br>**£**<br>14,850<br>14,850<br>3,520<br>14,850<br>-<br>-<br>18,370<br>29,700||
||||29,700|
||||**£**<br>14,850<br>14,850<br>-|
||||29,700|



The lease for the Central Office based in Wallington, Surrey was renewed with effect from 7 July 2020 for a further 10-year period. The initial rental for the period to 6th July 2023 was £66,000 pa which subsequently increased to £132,000 pa for the remaining term. 

## **16. Related Parties** 

During the year the charity received a donation of £Nil (2024 – £40,000) from the Bestway Foundation Charitable Trust. Lord Zameer Choudrey, a Trustee of the charity, is a Trustee of the Bestway Foundation Charitable Trust. 

Mr Bill Griffiths, a Trustee of the charity, provided consultancy for which he incurred expenses and was reimbursed £Nil (2024 – £214). 

During the year there was a charge from the parent company to Treble5 Treble 1 Limited for the provision of management and support services of £990,000 (2024- 871,000); it is included in the Administrative expenses figure. 

All taxable profits of the company are distributed to the parent charity, Crimestoppers Trust and on this basis no taxation charge is payable for the year ended 31 March 2025 or the year ended 31 March 2024. Where taxable profits are lower than the accounting profits due to temporary timing differences, reserves are retained in the company. 

For 2024/25 distributions of £1,355,966 (2023/24 - £1,499,061) were made to Crimestoppers Trust. 

Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited is a company limited by guarantee. 

During the year Crimestoppers charged management fees to its wholly owned subsidiary, Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited of £990,000 (2024 – £871,000); in addition, distributions of £1,355,936 (2024 – £1,499,061) were made by Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited. At 31 March 2025 £210,000 (2024 – £150,000) was due from Treble 5 Treble 1 Limited. 

Angela Entwistle and Peter Gaze, Non-Executive Directors of Carlisle Security Services Limited, are also trustees of the charity. Mark Hallas, CEO of the charity is also a Non-Executive Director of Carlisle Security Services Limited. During the year, Crimestoppers provided an Integrity Line service to Carlisle Security Services Limited at a cost of £5,164 (2024 – £5,074). Carlisle Security Services Limited also made a donation to Crimestoppers of £15,000 (2024 – £15,000). 

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**Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

**Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025** 

## **17. Pension commitments** 

The charity participates in the Foundation Pension Plan, a non-segregated multi-employer defined benefit pension scheme in the UK. The disclosures set out below are based on calculations carried out as at the Balance Sheet Date by a qualified independent actuary. 

The assets are held in a separate trustee-administered fund to meet long-term pension liabilities to past and present employees. The trustees of the Plan are required to act in the best interest of the Plan’s beneficiaries. The appointment of trustees is determined by the trust documentation. 

The liabilities of the Plan are measured by discounting the best estimate of future cash flows to be paid out of the Plan using the projected unit method. This amount is reflected in the surplus or deficit in the balance sheet. 

The projected unit method is an accrued benefits valuation method in which the liabilities make allowance for projected earnings. 

The liabilities set out in this note have been calculated based on the scheme funding assessment carried out by the trustees as at 31 March 2023, updated to the Balance Sheet Date. 

The value of the assets for the Charity at the Balance Sheet Date has been taken as the same proportion of the liabilities that relate to the employees and former employees of the charity in comparison to the liabilities of the whole plan at the Balance Sheet Date. When apportioning the assets of the Plan in this way, no allowance has been made for the effects of GMP equalisation for the charity. 

The following disclosures relate only to employees and former employees of the charity. 

At the Balance Sheet Date, no contributions are payable to the Plan in respect of Pensionable Earnings as it is closed to future service accrual. 

In addition, the charity will pay its share of the death in service insurance premiums and administration expenses, including levies. The charity does not expect to make any contributions (including death in service premiums) in the year commencing 1 April 2025. 

## **a) Principal Assumptions** 

The principal actuarial assumptions at the balance sheet date were: 

||**2025**|**2024**|
|---|---|---|
|Discount rate|5.70%|4.90%|
|RPI infation|3.30%|3.30%|
|CPI infation|2.65%|2.65%|
|Rate of increase in salaries|n/a|n/a|
|Rate of increase to pensions in payment:|||
|Fixed|In line with<br>Scheme Rules|In line with<br>Scheme Rules|
|RPI capped at 5.00% pa|3.10%|3.10%|
|CPI capped at 2.50% pa|1.85%|1.85%|



## **17. Pension commitments (continued)** 

|**17. Pension commitments (continued)**|||
|---|---|---|
||S3PxA with CMI 2021|S3PxA with CMI 2021|
|Pre and post retirement mortality|with 1.25% pa long|with 1.25% pa long|
||term improvements|term improvements|
|Cash commutation|80% of maximum<br>tax-free cash|80% of maximum<br>tax-free cash|
|Future life expectancy of male aged 65 at balance sheet date|21.1|21.5|
|Future life expectancy of male achieving 65, 20 years after balance sheet date|22.4|22.7|
|Future life expectancy of female aged 65 at balance sheet date|23.3|23.9|
|Future life expectancy of female achieving 65, 20 years after balance sheet date|24.7|25.3|



For the avoidance of doubt the above assumptions are in absolute terms. 

## **b) Asset breakdown** 

The major categories of the Scheme assets are: 

|UK and Overseas Equities<br>Insured Pensioners<br>Government Fixed Interest Bonds<br>Corporate Bonds<br>UK Index Linked Bonds<br>Cash<br>Total<br>**c) Net defned beneft liability**<br>Fair value of Scheme assets<br>Present value of defned beneft obligation<br>Unrecognised surplus<br>Defned beneft asset/(liability) to be recognised<br>**d) The total expense recognised in the statement of fnancial activities**<br>Current service cost<br>Past service costs including curtailments<br>Net interest on the net defned beneft liability<br>**Total**<br>**e) Total amounts taken to Other Comprehensive Income**<br>Actual return on Scheme assets<br>Amounts included in net interest on the net defned beneft liability<br>Remeasurement (losses) and gains<br>Return on Scheme assets excluding interest income<br>Remeasurement losses and (gains)<br>Actuarial gains<br>Adjustment resulting from the limit on the amount that can be recognised<br>as an asset on the balance sheet<br>**Remeasurement (loss) not recognised in Other Comprehensive Income**|**2025**<br>**£000’s**<br>0<br>241<br>86<br>459<br>915<br>305<br>**2,006**<br>**2025**<br>**£000’s**<br>2,006<br>(1,390<br>(616)<br>**0**<br>**2025**<br>**£000’s**<br>0<br>0<br>(1)<br>**(1)**<br>**2025**<br>**£000’s**<br>2<br>(76)<br>(74)<br>193<br>(124)<br>**(5)**|**2024**<br>**£000’s**<br>1,120<br>271<br>50<br>374<br>224<br>29|
|---|---|---|
|||**2,068**|
|||**2024**<br>**£000’s**<br>2,068<br>(1,576)<br>(492)|
|||0|
|||**2024**<br>**£000’s**<br>0<br>0<br>(1)|
|||**(1)**|
|||**2024**<br>**£000’s**<br>81<br>(76)|
|||5<br>84|
|||(107)|
|||**(18)**|



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**Thank you to our partners and supporters** 

## **17.  Pension commitments (continued)** 

## **f) Changes in the present value of the defined benefit obligation** 

|Present value of defned beneft obligation at beginning of period<br>Benefts paid<br>Current service cost<br>Interest cost<br>Remeasurement losses and (gains)<br>Actuarial losses and (gains)<br>Employee contributions<br>Past service including curtailments<br>Present value of defned beneft obligation at end of period<br>**g) Changes in the fair value of assets**<br>Fair value of Scheme assets at beginning of period<br>Interest income<br>Remeasurement (losses) and gains<br>Return on Scheme assets excluding interest income<br>Contributions by employer<br>Employee contributions<br>Benefts and death in service premium paid<br>**Fair value of Scheme assets at end of period**|**2025**<br>**£000’s**<br>1,576<br>(68)<br>0<br>75<br>(193)<br>0<br>0<br>**1,390**<br>**2025**<br>**£000’s**<br>2,068<br>76<br>(74)<br>4<br>0<br>(68)<br>**2,006**|**2024**<br>**£000’s**<br>1,651<br>(66)<br>0<br>75<br>(84)<br>0<br>0|
|---|---|---|
|||**1,576**|
|||**2024**<br>**£000’s**<br>2,036<br>76<br>5<br>17<br>0<br>(66)|
|||**2,068**|



Our work relies on the critical support of trusts, foundations, the law enforcement community, our commercial and public sector partnerships. By sharing our values, they help promote our charity’s public profile to new audiences who can benefit from our unique services. 

**Trusts and Foundations** � Insurance Fraud Bureau **Fire and Rescue Services** � � Beaverbrook Charitable Trust Intellectual Property Office **with FRS Speak Up** � The Bestway Foundation � Isle of Man public sector � Avon � The Carew Charitable Trust � Joint Maritime Security Centre � Bedfordshire � The City Bridge Trust (Port Safe) � Cumbria � Durham County Council � Liberty � Dorset and Wiltshire � The Gilbert and Eileen Edgar � Link ATM � Gloucestershire Charitable Trust � Long Clawson Dairy � Greater Manchester �� Home Office Safer Streets Fund The Ingram Trust �� Ministry of DefenceMinistry of Housing, Communities �� HumbersideLincolnshire � G M Morrison Charitable Trust & Local Government � Mid and West Wales � The Peacock Charitable Trust � Muller � Norfolk � The Percy Hedley Foundation � National Anti-Corruption & Abuse � North Yorkshire � The Sylvia and Colin Shepherd Charitable Trust � ServiceNational Crime Agency �� NorthamptonshireSouth Wales � Mr and Mrs T C S Haywood’s � Next � Suffolk Charitable Trust �� NHS Counter Fraud AuthorityNHS Scotland � Surrey � Openreach **Partnerhships** � Rail Delivery Group **Police with Integrity Lines** � Anker Technology (eufy) � � Bedfordshire Retail Energy Code Company � Association of Convenience Stores � Ring � Cambridgeshire � B&Q/Screwfix � Royal Mail � Cheshire Police � Bakers Basco � Save the Children � Derbyshire � Barnardo’s Scotland � Security Industry Authority � Devon and Cornwall � Border Force � Sky � Dyfed Powys � British Association for Screen � South Caernarfon Creameries � Gibraltar Entertainment (BASE) � � Gloucestershire Sport Resolutions (UK Sport) � British Horseracing Authority � Thames Water � Greater Manchester � Carlisle Security Services � Tideway � Guernsey � Centrica Plc � UK Anti-Doping � Hertfordshire � Coastal Crime � Wm Morrison � Isle of Man � Cricket Scotland Supermarkets Limited � Jersey � Crime Stoppers International � Kent � Digital Ventures (Vivastreet) **Fire and Rescue Services** � Leicestershire � DPD � Merseyside � Electoral Commission **with FireStoppers** � Ministry of Defence Police � England & Wales Cricket Board � Cleveland � North Wales � Environment Agency (England) � County Durham and Darlington � Northumbria � EPC - UK � Derbyshire � Police Service Northern Ireland � Esri UK � East Sussex � South Wales � Federation Against Copyright � Essex County � Staffordshire Theft (FACT) � Greater Manchester � Thames Valley � Food Standards Scotland � Humberside � Warwickshire � Forensic Science Regulator � Kent � West Mercia � Gangmasters Labour & Abuse � Nottinghamshire � West Yorkshire Authority (GLAA) � South Yorkshire � Wiltshire � HM Prison and Probation Service � Tyne and Wear � HM Revenue and Customs **Trading Standards** � HSBC � Greater Manchester � Imabi � Immigration Service �� Kent & MedwayWales � Independent Press Standards Organisation 

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## **Legal & administrative information** 

## **Senior Officers** 

## **Trustee Directors** 

- *Mr Mark Hallas OBE, Chief Executive 

## **Chair of Trustees** 

## **Have you witnessed a crime?** 

Lord Ashcroft KCMG PC 

## **Trustees** 

- *Ms Angela Entwistle - Deputy Chair 

Lord Choudrey CBE Sl Pk 

- *Mr Peter Clarke CVO OBE QPM 

Ms Ceris Gardner 

Mr Peter Gaze FCA 

Mr Bill Griffiths CBE BEM QPM 

*Mr Stephen Mann, Director of Finance, Company Secretary 

- *Mr Michael Duthie, Director of Operations 

- *Ms Kate Johnston, Director of Business Development 

*Ms Karen Ogborn, Chief of Staff 

Mr Stewart Harris FCA 

Mr Martin Hewitt CBE QPM 

## **Bankers** 

Ms Suzanne Jacob OBE 

- *Mr Michael Laurie CBE 

- *Mr Barry Mizen MBE (resigned 4th November 2024) 

The Royal Bank of Scotland plc 280 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 4RB 

Mr Nick Ross CBE 

Mr Stephen Rubin OBE 

Sir Paul Stephenson QPM 

## **Advisory Board** 

Trustee Directors and officers marked with a * serve on the Advisory Board, together with the following: 

Mr Phil O’Shea 

Deputy Chair & AB Member for Northern Ireland and the Islands (Isle of Man & Channel Islands) 

Miss Jane Antrobus North West Regional Representative Mr Bill Cullen East Midlands Regional Representative 

Ms Nina Dawes West Midlands Regional Representative Mr John Dobbin 

Yorkshire & Humberside Regional Representative Mr Jonathan Drake Wales Representative 

Mr Jonathan Hamill North East Regional Representative Mr Stuart Rawlins Eastern Regional Representative Mr Peter Rolington South Regional Representative 

## **Auditor** 

Forvis Mazars LLP 6 Sutton Plaza, Sutton Court Road, Sutton, Surrey, SM1 4FS 

## **Solicitors** 

Bates Wells, 10 Queen Street Place, London, EC4R 1BE 

## **Status** 

Crimestoppers Trust was originally established by a Deed of Trust on 20 October 1986 and was registered by the Charity Commission with effect from 4 November 1987. On 1 April 2005 the complete undertaking of Crimestoppers Trust was transferred to a company limited by guarantee, Company Number 05382856, which is itself a registered charity, Number 1108687 (England) and Number SC037960 (Scotland). The registered office of the charity is at Sedulo London, Office 605, Albert House, 256-260 Old Street, London EC1V 9DD 

The principal office is PO Box 324, Wallington, SM6 6BG. 

## **Tell our charity what you know, not who you are.** 

**We won’t ask who you are or where you’re contacting us from, only what you know about the crime and people involved.** 

**You stay 100% anonymous. Always.** 

**crimestoppers-uk.org** 

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