Company reglstrallon number. 05623273
Charlty registraiion number. 1113471
Colostomy UK
(A Gompeny knlted by guarantee)
Annual Rep(xl and Financial Statemen13
for th8 Year Ended 31 December 2ff24
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Colostomy UK
Contents
Reference and Admlnistrative Detalls
Trustees, Report
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Independént Examinerfs Report
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Statement of Financlal Activltl6s
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Balance Sheet
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Statement of Cash Flows
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Notes to the FlnanGlal Slatements
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Chalrperson
MS A Lalng
Trustees=
Ms S A Affleck <reslgned 31 December 2024)
Mr AM Bird (resigned 16 February 2024)
Ms A Lalng
Mr M Pollitt
Mr S Scoffteld
Ms C Hunt (appointed 26 June 2024}
Mr J Russell (appointed 26 June 2024)
Ms L Plant (appcjinted 26 March 2025)
Chlof Executlvg
Ms E Herbert
Charlty Regislratlon Numbor
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Company Registration Number 05623273
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The trustees, who are directors for the purposes of coff￿anY law, present the annual report together
with the financial statements and audltors, report of the charitable company ft)r the year er￿ed 31
December 2024.
Dear friends. supporters, and members of our Colostomy UK community,
AWELCOME FROM OUR CHAIR OF TRUSTEES and CHIEF EXECUTIVE
As we open Ihis yearfs Annual Report, we want to take a moment to speak frorn the heart.
2024 has been a year of challenge and of pride. The challenges - we won't sugar-coat them - hav8
been real. persistenl and. at time5, overwhelming. Like many charities across Ihe UK. we have been
navigatlno the long tail of the Covid-19 pandemic, a cost-of-living crisis that has deepened irwuality,
and a slgnificant drop in advertising income. For a not-for-profit like ours, these pressures don't just
touch our balance sheets. they test our resilience. our creativiiy. and our ability to reach those hvho
relyon us.
But here's what we know: we are needed now more than ever. And we are still her8. Slill standing.
still fighting for the people we serve.
Throughout all of this. Dur comrnitrnènt to our beneficlaAes - the thousands of individuaL8 and families
living with slomas - has never V￿vered. If anything, the hardship of this past year has reminded us
why w8 8XiSt: to ensure no one has to face stoma surgery or life with a stoma alone or unsupported.
We are immensely proud of what We￿ achleved. Proud of our dedicat8d volunteers, many of whorn
live wlth stomas themselves, who contlnue lo be the compassionat8 backbone of our organisation.
Proud of the new support groups, our continued 24-hour helpline, the Powerful "Re81 Llves" stories in
Tidings. and the surge of people accesslng our resouTC8S onllne. Proud that we have continued to
innovate, to advocate, and to empower.
Behind every statistic In this repori is a story - of courage, of adaptation, of communlty. We've seen a
record number of people reach out for Suppo￿ and our volunteer network has risen to meet Ihat
demand with strength, ernpathy, and tira16ss dedication. We've worked wlth hospitals, industry, and
govemrnent bodies to represenl the voice of our community and push for fairer care. And we've
continued to brlng visibility to life with a stoma - challenging stigrna, raising awareness, and shining a
light where there was once sllence.
But we also want to be honest.. the road ahead is uncertaln. We face growing demand. rising costs,
and dwindling unrestricted income. To conlinue delivering at the level we know is needed. we will
need more support. More volces. More belief in our tnkssion.
And yec we remain hopèful - because we've seen what this community Gan achieve when we stand
togelher. We are Powered by lived experien￿. By love. By Ihe determination to mak8 life better for
those who follow in our footsteps. That's not something you can measure in budgets or balance
sheets - but it's what keeps us going.
To everyone who has stood with us In 2024 - thank sDu. To our donors. Dur volunteers, our healthcare
partners. and most of all, to the people Ilvlng with slomas who inspire eVe￿hIng we do - this report is
for you. This Gharity is for you.
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With deep gratitude and unwavering o)mmlkngnt,
Mandi Laln& Chairperson
Libby Herbert, Chief Executive
GOVERNANCI STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT
Governlng Document
The organisation is a charitable company, Ilmfted by guarantee. Incorporated on 15 November 2005,
and registered as 8 charity in the UK on 29 March 2006. Th8 company was establlshed under a
memorandum of association (as amended by special resolutions on 23 March 2006, 24 March 2007.
5 July 2014. and 29 Octobèr 2020). whlch establlshed the objectives and powers of the charitable
company and is govemed under its artides of assooatlon.
Publlc Benefit
Thè trustees have cornplied with section 17(5) of the Chariti8s Act 2011 regardlng the public benefrt
requlr8rnenL
Equal Opportunltles
The charity is commltted to the principle and practi￿ of equal opportunElles and Is an equal
opportunities employer. All our employment deosions are based on merlt and the leglumate n88ds of
the charlty. We do not dlscriminate on the basis of colour, race or nationality, elhnlc or n8tlonal
orTgln$. sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marital or civll partner statu5, pregnancy or
matemity, dlsabllity, religion or bellef, age or any other grounds on whlch It is or becomes unlawfrjl to
dls¢riminate under the laws of England and Wales.
Board of Trustses
The director8 of the company are also charity trustees for Ihe purposes of charity law. colleC￿VelY
they fonn the charitys board of trustees. The toard Indudes three members with slomas. one with a
raversal, and two without.
Trust•• Recrultrnant and Appolntment
We contlnue to adopt a proactlve approach to maintaining a b08rd of TTUSte8s wlth identlfied skill
sets, in order lo ensure we have access to the diverse range of cornpatancles and experience needed
to effectiV81y oversee the Gharityls Opera￿0￿ and dev8lopm8nl. We began the year successfulty
recruitlng new Trust88s, both with HR backgrounds, who have both corporate and tharity
experience. At the year end. one Tnjstee Stepped down and we were actively T8crultlng for Iwo new
board members - a Clinical Trustee, and sorneone with exper11se in Fundraising.
New trustees have a slx-month InduGlion. Thls includes being 8ssigned an exlstlng trustee as a
mentor. and spending tlmg with the management team to gain a sound understsndlng of the charitrfs
work and strategic prlorities.
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Employees
This year brought some changes within our18am of paid employees, reflectlng both natural transitions
and our ability to adapt to evolving needs. The year began with the well£arned retlrement of our
longstanding Writer & Edltor. whose contrfbution over many years helped shape Colostomy UK'S
voice and message. We were fortunate to welcorne a lalented 8ucGessor on a contract basis, who
contlnues to bring fresh energy and creatlvlty to the role.
At the stsrt of the year we appointed a new n)le. Communlty Llalson Lead, to improve and extend our
Involvement wlth the Stoma communlty across the UK. We also saw ch8nges within our funthaising
and marketing functions. Our Fundraising Executlve moved cm durtng the year and was su¢cessfully
replaced, whlle our Marketlng Executive concluded their tlme with us at the end of the yeaT. In our
support services team, one of our Support & Flnan¢e Cowordinators moved into a more
finance-focused role, becomlng our new Flnance & Administration Co-ordlnator
a role that
str8ngthens our operatlonal foundation. We weknmed a new full-time Support Admlnlstrator parlway
through the year, who brought enthuslasm and dedlcallon during their time with u5. even though thelr
tenure was brief. Throughout these transltlons, the team has rernained commltted. resilient, and
fooJsed on ensudng uninterrupted support for our communlty.
We ended the year with a team of Iwelve (10.2 ￿E), comprising sev8n full-time employees: Chief
Executive, Marketing and Campaigns Manager, FundraSsing Manag8r, Fundraising Executive,
Communlty Llaison Lead. and Volunteers & Support Cowordinator, and five part-time employees:
Head of Support and Operations, Volunteers. Manager, Flnance & Admlnlstration Co-ordinator, Writer
& Editor, and Finance Manager.
The charity contlnues to allow for some remote and hybrSd working, to enable us to recrult and r8tain
the best indlviduals for each position regardless of bcatlon or Ilexibilty needed,. however the majority
of the tearn work from our offices In Wokingham. We (x)ntinue to work with an external HR
Consultancy, WorkNest.
Volunteers
Volunleers have played a vitsl role in our support Serv￿￿8 slnce our foundation in 1967, providing
p6er-tO-peer experienced-based advice to people at all stages of Ihelr stoma journey. We work hard
to ensure they feel valued for the substantial conlribution they make to Colostomy UK and our
beneficiaries, for whom they can literally be lifesavers.
Our team of 60 volunteers, 59 of whom have or have had a sloma, remains key to all Ihat we are able
to achleve, keeping lived experfence at the heart of all we do. Our volunteers Support our service
delivery In a varlety of ways: Manning the helpline, Livechat and befriendSng services; the distribution
of infomiatlon and support resources; moderating our private Facebook group; representing us at
open days. support group meetings. other 6vents and in the medla; supporting our campeigning and
advocacy work: sitting on th8 editorial board of fidirKJs magazine, where they contribute contenl. and
provide quality control b8sed on Ihelr Iiv8d*xperience reviewing all of our support literature; and
providlng offlce 8UPPOrt.
Managemenl Committee
Comprfsing the Chlef Executive, Chair of TNstees, Finance Trustee, and a long-standing volunteer,
the commlttee meets rnonthly to OV8rsee the smooth runnlng of the charlty and act as a link betsveen
the board of tnjstees and employees.
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Strategy Committee
The Strategy Committee. cornprlslng Chair, Chlef Executive. Secretary & Governance Tnjstee and
strategy project leads rneets when needed to monitor the progress of streteglc objectiv88 and agree
prlorltles and sperKling on strategy, within agreed budget constraints.
Income G•nerationlFinanGe Commlttee
In addition to monthly Intemal finance review meetings, the Income GeneratlonlFlnarKe Commlttee
rneets bi-monthly to examine fundraised and earned income, together wlth expendlture. to manage
cashllow and safeguard the long-temi viabilty of the Nganisation. The commlttee Is made up of our
Finance Twstee, Secretary and Governance Trustee. Chief ExeGUtive. Flnance Manager, Marketing
and Campaigns Manager, and Fundraislng Manager.
OUR PURPOSE-WHY WE'RE HERE
We exist to make e positive difference for anyone impacted by any klnd of stoma surgery.
OURWORK-WHAT WE DO
Founded In 1967. we becam8 a registered ch8rlty in 2006, and we malntain our original mission to
this day: to support people with stomas and Ihose who care about them. There are now over 200,000
people living with a stoma in the UK who could benefit from the work that W8 do, as we..
. Provide practical and emotional support and advice whenever It's needed.
Run projects that empower and build the confidence to take on fresh ohalleng8S.
' Are a voice on the issues that matter, campaigning and advocating for the rfghts of peopl8 wlth
slomas.
OUR VISION-WHERE WE'RE GOING
We want to live in a world where havlng a stoma presents no obstacles or barriers and carries no
stlgma. A worfd where people can:
Get the right Infomiation and advlce, at the rlght tlme. at the rigm stage of thelr stoma journey.
Have ac¢ess to the f8Gilities and resources they need when and where they need them.
Llva their lives to the fullest wlthout fear of discrlmlnation or preJudlce.
OUR VALUES
At Colostomy UK the way we behave matters to us. In everything we do, we are guided by,our values:
Support and empower
Two thlngs matter more than 8nythlng else to Us: supporting people or about to have a stoma
and empowering them to get the most out of life. We Continue lo seek new ways to do this, so we
arenl Gomplacent. B81ng innovalive, creative, couragaous, and tenaclous Is In our DN
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Knowledge
We are stoma experts, having accumulated collective knovAedge since we were founded in 1967, 8rHI
we add to this knowledge 8V8ry day. We know the many ways in which having a stoma can impact on
life. We know the challenges, we know tho fears, know the concerns and the worries. We know
the ups and th8 downs. We also have th8 know-how to help. reassure. and support.
C¢)mpasslon
We are compas81onate and caring. We know what Irs like to go through stoma surgery and what a
slruggle it can be to get Ilfe back on Irack afterwards. We understand how even Small thlngs can have
blg effect on wellbeing. We don't judge: we are patlent, respectful and understanding Ilsteners.
Inclusivity
The diseases, illnesses and Inluries that make sloma surg8ry necessary don't discriminate and nor do
we. People from all walks of life. all cuttural and rellgious backgrounds, and all ages have stomas. and
we are here for every single one of thern. For us, incknivlty Is also about understandlng thlngs from
dlfferent points of view. Doing thls helps us to shape the support we offer, making sure Ihat we can
respond in positive, meenlngful, and impactful ways to the many 8nd varfed needs of people with
stornas.
Togethemess
Our strength Gomes from engaging wlth others, as we've been doing throughout our hislory. By
working collaboratlvely with healthcare professionals, people with stomas, local and central
govemmell( buslnesses, and other organlsatlons, we fulfil our purpose.
ACTMTIES
Although we are not a membershlp organisalion, we encourage people to reglster with us to receNe
our monthty eNewsletters and fre8 quarterly issues of our award-winnlng Tldings magazine, now
available as a digital fllpbook as well as in print. Thie number of p80ple registered witb us grew agaln
Ihis year. to 25,610 (an inGrease of 4% on 2023).
AJI of our support services continue to be available free of Gharge, accessible to all people with all
types of abdominal stoma (colostomy, Ileostorny, urostomy), as well as th8ir friends. families and
¢arers. and he81thcare profes?ionals. Our range of seNiGes is deslgned lo be as Incluslv8 as possible,
accommodating the myriad ways in which different Individuals choose to seek help. the varfed types
of help they seek (advice. reassurance, informaticn), and the different stages on their stoma Joumey
that they seek it (pre-op, Post-op. returning to work, through pregnancy or menopause, etc). Provision
is made for those who prefer one-to-one contact (stoma helpline), those who wish to remakn
anonwnous (live chat, digital resources), and those who are looking solely for inforrnatlon (Tldlngs
m8gazlne and our literature library). Our onlinelvirtual offertngs continue to grow in popularity,
particularly with younger generations.
Services are delivered by the Offl￿ employee team and volunleers. Colostomy UK's foundation in
1967 as a peer-lo-peer vislting service was Centred on th8 belref that experience-based support is of
great benefit
namely thal interaction wlth others who have gone through stoma surgery has
signlficant positive impact on those new to havlng a stoma, beyond simply medical intervention - and
thi5 belFef has since been bome out through sclentlfic res8arch {Taylor 2015)- This principle continues
to be the underlwng philosophy of the charily to this day, and all of the volunteers who help to deliver
our services have had, and recovered from. stcwna surgery. placing them in a unique position to
empathise with and support others in need of first-hand experfence and advice.
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In 2024, we undertook our biggest survey of the stoma community lo date, sollclting Ihe oplnlons of
almost 4,000 beneficieries and storna healthcare professlonals. The Comprehensive data we collecled
has provided the foundations for our new organisational strategy for 2025-2027. and Informs Ihe
delivery and developrnent of all of our services and resources on a dally basis.
Support and empower
Our 24thour stoma helpllnp contlnue5 to be a central plllar In the charitys servica offering, providing
experience-based practlcal and emotional support to 4.202 callers In 2024. Contact corrtlnues to
decline through thls channel as people find support through our other resourcas, particularly online, as
well as In person at support groups. open days and sloma cllnlc8. However we recognlse tho
importance of keeplng the helpline accessible to those who do need it, at any time. for any Issue,
together wilh the stom8 care nurses and other healthcare professionals who also conlacl us on the
helpline lo find the rrght support for their patients. Available 24 hours a day. our helpline volunteers
devoted 5,50D hours to covering calls, and we would be unable to offer this service wilh(xrt Ihem. The
h8lpline is also accesslble by ernail, wlth folloW￿P phone calls offered.
We also prO￿ded regular ongoing support to indfvlduals through our telephone befrlending Support
servlce. whlch we hav8 maintained since il was launched during the Covid pandemic to address
loneliness and isolalion among people with stomas. This tlme-intensive but valuable initiative Involves
our Befriender volunteers proactlvely contacting Ihose feellng detached from soclety with phone calls
on a regular b8SIS.
The Colostomy UK websile continues to be a vital source of free informatlon for peop18 with stomas.
family, friends, col￿agUeS and health Industry professionals, where they can access suprKJrt,
download our literature tltles and find updates on our campalgnlng, advocacy and fundralslng. It also
hosts our Livochat instant message fa¢S11ty, popular with anyone wanling to remain anonymous so
they feel able to discuss more personal Issues. arKI with those who simply prefer this method of
Communication. 304 people contscted us thls way over the ¢our8e of the year, 350A more Ihan In the
prevlous year.
Our moderaled prlvate Facebook support group is free to loln for anyone looking for support and
guidance about life with a stoma, providlng a safe, confidentlal space for people to chat and support
one another. We are told this can help io reduce the Isolatlon many people wlth stomas feel, Ilving
with hidden and often poorly understood conditions. Members also share hints and tips for resolving
praclical stoma management issues. Membershlp grew by another 50/¢* thls year, up to 11,903,
evidencing the trends we see in how people are increaslngly seeking support and guidanc8 onlln&
We attended 60 open days and everrt8 throughoul 2024, lo spread awareness of Colostomy UK and
tha support we offer (up from 52 events In 2023). Thes8 Include open days organlsed by industry,
support groups and stom8 care departments at ho8Pitals. Our volunteers and employee leam all
reiterated the importance of our representation at these events and the benefll 11 gives to someone
pre- and post-surgery as well as those who have had Ihelr stomals for 8 numb&r of years.
The 144 stoma support groups across the UK continued to meet either In person or through vlrtual
meetings, with Colostomy UK provlding 8UPPOrt. by assisting those IoDking to set up a new group (four
in 2024, in Manchester. ROss￿￿-wYe, Castlepolnt and the New Forest) and by attending maetings lo
Share our work and knowledge (six In 2024).
Our mlsslon includes empowering pegpk wlth stomas to fulfil their polentlal and. as part of Ihts rernit,
we Nn a series of activrties to help individuals retum to the actlvltles they had previously enjoyed, and
give thern the confidence to take LP fresh challenges after Stoma surgery.
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Running since 2016, our Active Ostomates programme gives people the sp8clflc support and
encouragement they mighl need to tske up or retum to sports, hobbies and other Interests after
surgery. People are often, for example, unsure what physical exerGise is 5af8 when they have a
stoma and wg work with them to addres5 these issues. This year 1.390 people attended a totsl of 117
Active Ostomates classes, including Yoga, Chair Yoga, Mindfulness and Meditation. Pilates. and
swimming sesslons, which wgre organised in Gollaboration with stoma support groups across the UK.
All are accessible free of charge. and the sessions are also proven to help address the social isolatlon
that a lot of individuals WFth stomas are experiencing.
Our Active Ostomates resources also include up-lcfvdate. free. easy-to-access information, designed
to give people the confidence to get active. In addltlon to supportlng our group activities, the Active
Ostomates." Sport and fitness after stoma surgery booklet indudes a range of medically approved
exercises that can be done alone.
Knowledgè
The provision of high-quality infomiation and advice Ilterature has been a central element of our
support offerlng since the charitys earliest days - all our published information is peer-reviewed by
people living wilh stcmas, and all medical content is erther sourced from or reviewed by healthcare
professionals. Our current library covers over 20 topics, and all our booklels are availabl8 free of
charge, bolh in paper format and as fllpbook downloads from our webslte. Demand remain8 hlgh - we
distributed almost 20,000 hard coples of our various titles in response to requests from individuals in
2024, with a further 17,813 to Clinicians in colorectal and stoma departments, unequivocally
demonstrallng their tremendous value as an Importanl resource for patients.
We also share our expert knowledge through our 'Caring for a person with a stoma, workshops.
which have been running since 2015. In 2024 we ran 12 courses in totsl. Dellvered by a stoma care
nurse. Ihey provlde professlonal social care staff, local aulhority reablement teams. and famlly
members with practical advice and guldance on how to care for someone with a slcma. In a two-hour
sesslon. the workshop covers topics such as practical stoma rnanagement; a guide to dlfferent stoma
appliances; understanding the common concems of people with stomas; the support available from
stoma care nurses. the psychologlcal Issues connected with having a stoma; &nd caring for someone
with a stoma who also has dementia. By educalSng carers on the physical and emotional needs of
people with stomas. the workshops aim to improve the quality of lifa of those with stomas who need
regular support.
Colostomy UICS free support magazlne, Tidings. has been a feature of the 51oma world for more
than decades, shared wth neady 20,000 subscrfbers four times a year. Content comprises a mix
of charity news, readers, letters and emails, artides fri)m healthcare professlonals. and 'Real Lives,
slories - the latter two are partlcularly valued by subscribers. The magazine's 'Oear Nurse, feature
addresses common (and sometimes less Gommon) stoma-related Issues, and we alm to include many
of the nèeds repDrted by callers lo the charitrfs helpline and members of our private Facebook
Support Group.
'Real lives. stories offer a fonn of emotional support - reading aboLrt the experiences of others can
help to ease the sense of loneliness that many people testify lo fe8llng when they have a stoma, and
helps engender a sense of belanging to a wider community. The stories also explore a whole range of
different themes and Issues. including eVe￿hIng from the impact of having a stoma on mental
wellbeing. to more practical Concerns, suth as retuming to work after surgery, or considerations when
travellirvJ. Thus, as well as providing ernolional supporL there is an empowerlng element embedded in
many of the stories too.
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The editorial team comprises our WriterEditor, supported by other employees and volunleers who
offer content ideas, write artlcles, and bring proof-reading skills amongst other actlvlties. In addltlon lo
providing valuable support for our beneficiaries. Ihe magazine also provides the charity with a source
of income. generdting advertising revenue totalling £91.855 thls year, and prompting a flurry of
chequ8s after each edition is published, totalling £15.003 over the course of the year.
Compassion
People with stomas still face discrimlnatlon and prejudice on a regular basis, simply because of
ignorance in wider society about hidden condltions, and their needs being poorly unéerslood - for
example. public places that lack acGessible toll ets can become 'no go, areas. We demonstrate our
ommitment to acling Mith compassion through our campaigning which relates directly to our vision:
"We want hidden conditions to be understood and accepted by all"
Part of our remit is to raise awareness and campaign for change in how stomas are understood and
vIev￿1 among the wider public, with the aim of improving how people with sloi-nas are ireaied and
Iped in thelr daily lives. For example. feeling confident in using accessible toilets without being
challenged, or passing through airport security wlthout issue. Our Stoma Aware campaTgn seeks to
address public ignorance about stomas In kn key way5', Firstly, by raising awareness about sloma5
and the needs of those who have them (e.g,, through social media)", and secondly, through working
direcuy with buslnesses and organisations, lourist attractions. sportlng venues, atrports etc, to help
them to make their facllltles 'stoma friendlY. as well as providing their customer-faGing staff with
stoma training. W8 are dellghted that 51 organisations became Stoma Friendly in 2024 by making
simple upgrades to their facllltles and signage.
Our annual 'Stoma Aware Day, is hekl on the first Saturday in October. to coincide with World
Ostomy Day. We use thTS as a rallying Call, en￿uraging people Ilvlng ￿th stomas, and the
organisatlons they are involved with, to reach out and raise awareness of Ilfe wllh a stoma, primarily
Ihrough social media. Thanks to our supporters, castles, bridges, Town Halls and more public
buildings and monuments were lit up In purple. while k)cal counclls, devolved governménts.
h(￿sehold names, and major corporate and transport bodies showed their 5UPPOrt through thelr
various communication platfoms. Through nalional and lo￿1 televlslon, Tadio, onllne and prlnt media
we were able to reach millions of households, and Ihree of our youngest supporters. Jesslca. Jack
and Hunter, whose stories of bravery in overcoming the challenges life has thrown at them. helped to
generate the positlve coverage that rilled TV screens and the media In October.
Our Stoma Aware Training is a bespoke and essential resource for organisation8 committed to
fostering truly inclusive and supportive envlronments. Tailored lo each audience, it raises awareness
of the praGtIGal realities and emotional impact ol living with a stom8 - something Ihat is often hidden
but profoundy affects many people. The training Is particularly valuable for those in customer-facyng
roles or HR, where staff may need to support colleagues returnlng to work after stoma surgery or
Inleract with customer5 Iwing wtth a storna. We offer practical advice on what a stoma is, what
raasonable adjustments may be needed. and how to ensure dignlty. discrelion and understanding are
prioritised at every step. From advising on stoma friendly toilets. to supporting confidence at work, our
sessions help organisations move beyond compliance lo genuine empalhy. Thls year, were proud
to deliver tralning to a range of organisations, including leading names in avlation and retail such as
John Lewis and Marks & Spencer
demonstrating a growing recognition thal compassionate.
Informed support is not just good practice. bul vital to the wellbeing of employees and the people they
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Inclusivty
At Colostomy UK. we ￿lIeve that every indlvidual deserves to be understood, ac¢epted. and
supported to reach Ihelr full t￿tentI£l. Our commitment to equity, diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Is
embedded In our core values and guldes the way we work across the organisation. We know that a
one-slze-fltS•all approach is not enough, and we are tsking a thoughtful, phased approach to
embeddlng EDI into everything we do.
We are developing a dedicated EDI strategy that draws on Inslghl and involvement from across the
diarity, ensuring our dlraction is shaped by those closest to the communities we serve. This includes
forging meaningful partnerships to help us reach and engage with more diverse audlences, and
creating spaces where everyone feels safe. respeGted and able to share their experiences.
Our goal Is for all people affected by stomas to feel that Colostomy UK Is for thetn - offering support
that is accessible. relevant, and free of judgment or barriers. Through the future work of our EDI
group. we will activety Identify any gaps in our seNlce, communicatlon, and outreach so we can
improve how we listen. speak, and respond. Whether that means using dlfferent languages, adapting
our tone. or exploring new channels. we are commltted to ￿arnIng and evolving so that no one feels
left behlnd.
Our incluslve Rugby League Team, Team Colostomy UK. formed in 2018. continues lo challenge
perceptlons of what can be achieved after stoma surgery. The orlginal team is made up of men and
women 1Svlng with all types of stomas and bowel conditions, supported by friends and family. The
njles of Ngby league are adapled when relevant to allow anyone to partlclpate. regardless of ability,
experience, or gender, so those playing full<onlaci Tugby league can do so alongslde those who
prefer to play touch rugby.
This year, we were excited to Introdu￿ new wheelchalr tearn to complèment and enhance the
existing Physlcal Disabnliy Rugby League {PDRL) team. Wheelchak rugby league Is the most
indusive sport of all, as It's not solety a dlsability sport- nofvdisabled people are welcome to Join.
The teams participated in a tolal of 13 r￿tureS up and down Ihe county durfng the year. generating
publicrty, raising awareness and funding as they went. It was a groundbreakrig season during whlch
our Wheelchair team made Its debut in May and quickly bultt up a reput8tlon as a lalented and fun
team to play agalnsl.
Our PDRL team started the year winning agalnst our old fiiends. Leeds Rhinos, and in June beat Ihe
Wales national PDRL team. We also fielded four teams for the first time at our 'Big Day OUY wilh
Sheffield Eagles in July, and played rn front of over 3,500 people before Wldnes Viklngs played
Toulouse.
We were dellghted lo secure funding from Sport England to purchase our own wheelchair8 for the
2025 season and, as ever, we remain most grateful to the team's 2024 sponsors Securicare, Opus
Stoma Care. Welland Medlcal, Coloplast. Stocare, our amazlng players and supporter network, and
to the Rugby Football League and its member dubs.
Togethernes$
In addition to provlding direct services ￿ people wlth stomas. we also seek to improve Iheir lives by
partnering with a range of organisations and influential indlviduals in order to ra5se public awareness
of stomas and the needs of those who Ilve with them, brlng about positlve change to the public built
environment by making It stoma friendly. and ensure the volce of people with stomas is heard in
issues that are of vwtal concem to them.. for example. the provision of appropTiale facililies, and the
supply of medical products.
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We have seen the benetits of collaboration Sin￿ our foundation and Continue to seek out and
maximise on opportunities to work wilh individuals and organisations who Gan enhance both our and
Iheir impact, in order lo provide the best possible outcomes ft)r our bpneficiaries
for example.
ensuring govemment, NHS and industy ell have the information they need from people with lfved
experience, In order to be able lo act to best effeGL
Our long-standlng participation in forums such as the Scottish Stoma FDrum allows us lo focu8 on
more equitable care across all reglons, and represent the voice of people with stomas In informing key
initiatives and activities lo improve stoma care. On such forums we work alongsidè patient groups.
healthGare professionals and industry bodles, as well as NSS. NHS National Procurement and the
Scoltish Government. We are also on Ihe Patients Induslry Professionals forum. addressing the
Issues and challenges in stoma and continence care.
We supp￿ed the Department for Health and Social Care {DHSC) in their recent review of Part IX of
the Drug Tarlff, updating it to ensure patients receive the right product at the right pri￿ and through
the right places (part of their Medical Technology Strategy). The DHSC sought feedback from
patl8nts, industry and clinical stakeholders on th8 proposed changes, and we were able to assist by
framing calls for evidence in the areas of waste and potential confllcts of inlerest in the prescribing of
stoma woducts, as well as by representing the vSews of the stoma community.
As part of the revlew, Ihe Nallonal Institute for Clinlcal Excellence (NICE} wer8 asked to assess price
variations in one-pieGe closed colostomy bags. to Infomi commlsslonlng and procurement decisions.
We supported this project from the outsel, Identlfying potentlal stake holders, framlng the scopa of the
proje￿, and recruiting members of the project committee. We also submitted evldence for the Extemal
Assessment Group report. Our work with NICE has also brought about a stronger focus on
addressing le8kage issues, and we are now working with the DHSC towards eslabllshlng equty
care pathways across Ihe UK.
Our Chief Executive Is a member of the Civil Avlatlon Authority Access to Trevel panel working wlth
the Department for Transport, and our organlsational membershlp of accessiblllty forums at UK
alrports remains of great value, allowing us to advlse and Inlluence such things as standard operatlng
procedures in security, and th8 training of customer-facing staff so they are equipped to deal
sensiuvely wlth ostomates and others with hi(Jd8n corKlitions to improve their travel experience.
Our relallonships with stoma care nurses. both through Ihe Association of Sloma Care Nurses and on
an individual hospital basis, remain of paramount importance to us. helping to ensure that patienis are
aware of the support that we offer by the time they are discharged. Our new Community Liaison Lead
is also building more relationships across the UK and we are attendlng more stoma support group
meetings and hospital open day5 to offer guidanGe and advice. and promoting the sen4ices which are
available lo patients through us.
We Ixjnlinue to support medical research by sharing project Information with our contacts, and
retaining our membership of the steering group at Keele University exploring how young people can
be helped to manage and reduce stress after stoma surgery. We are also supportlng a PhD project
expk)rfng the health-related stlgma for individuals who have a colDStomy or ileostomy, as well as
attendlng relevanl conferences to strengthen our network of healthcare professionals from a wide
range of dIsc￿pI1nes, including the Association of Stoma Care Nurses. (ASCN) annual evert the
Occupational Therapy Show, Best Practice, and Naidex (Europe's flagship 8vent for the disability
cornmunity).
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ENGAGEMENT
Our webslte was viewed a total of 494,957 Ilmes over the course of the year, by 194.000 new u8ers.
The five most popular pages were those cwing.. Stoma Blockages, Rectal Dlscharge. What Is A
Stoma? Inforrnation, and Information A-Z.
Soclal media continues to be a vitsl and growing arena for us to reach and support the stoma
community, as we15 a5 for raising awareness about stomas among the wider public. and for
fundraising. Our reach this year has been unprecedented. growing across all plafforms once again
and wilh the biggest Increase again occuning on Linked In. which grew by almost half as much again,
as we engaged with more heatth industry professionals and corporate contacts:
. Twitter followers 6.221 (11'k increase)
Facebook followers 12.531 (14'A increase)
Instagram followers 6.016 {28Yo increase)
Llnkedln followers 1.791 (48U/o increase)
Thls tremendous growth has no doubt been stlmulated by wldespread media coverage of Colostomy
UK throughout the year, relating in particular to high-profile projeGts.' We were delighled to have
spurred M&S Into action in bringing the needs of people with stomas to the high street for the flrst
time, and consulted on the development of thelr new attractive and affordable range of women's
stoma knickers. This not only meets the daily need8 of so many indlviduals, but also generated
ridespread publicity through mainstream media, including BBC Breakfast, The Telegraph and Marfe
Clalre. and extended our reach to millions.
We also advised Coronatlon Street on a sto￿1n8 in ￿lch a major chardcter underwent storna
surgery- we were s81ected by ITV as we are recognised as the UK'S leading sloma experts. and our
support ensured the storyline was empowerlng and compassionate, leading to an authentic
representatlon of living wlth a stoma. Thls again resulted in extensive reach through media publicity
and soclal medla attention. Such awaren88s of stomas, and the impact a stoma can h8ve on r8gular
life, Is Invaluable. It builds understsnding of the needs of those wlth stomas among the general public,
reduces stigma and obstacles, and ensures Individuals are ￿*11 supported as they adjust to a new
way of life.
PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
Our 2025-2027 strategy, shaped by need, ains to address challenges faced by individuals living with
stomas. as highlighted In our 2024 Beneficiary Survey. We have set out six key objectives. éach with
specific goals and actionable steps to irnprove quality of life. healthcare access, and support systarns
for people with a stoma.
Our goals a￿.
1. Prioritise Mental and Physical Wellbeing
Goal: Reduce Ihe percentage of individuals reporting worsened menlal (currently 34Yo) and physical
health <currenlly 330/0
Actlons:
• Expand access to tailored mental health counselling sarvices.
Set up virtual and In-person peer support groups.
. Dwielop workshops focuslny on di8t. exercise, and confidenc&building.
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2. Tackle Practlcal Stoma Management Issues
Goal: Reduce prevalence of Issues like leakage (53%), pancaking (48%), skin irritation (44%), and
ballooning {390/0).
A¢tion6:
. Develop troubleshooting guides Sn print and digital formats.
. Host webinars featuring stoma care nurses and product speclalists.
. Advocate for broader access to stoma c8re produ¢As through discussions wlth DHSC and NICE.
3. Empower Patlents Through Cholce and Education
Goal: Increase patlent involvement In product (69°A) and dlspenser choice {46V.).
Actlons:
. Launch an awareness campaign abr)ut pallent rlghts.
Produce educational materials outlinlng avallable options.
. Collaborate with NHS to establish transpa￿nI polides ensuring patient cholce.
4. Enhance Access to Spe¢lalist Care
Goal.. Ensure all stoma patients are offered an annual review with a Stoma Nurse Specialist.
Acuons:
. Lobby NHS and policymakers lo mandate annual reviews.
Partner with healthcare provlders to establish revlew clinics.
Launch a campalgn encouraglng patlents to request annual revi8WS.
S. Strengthen Support for Famlll•s and Carers
Goal: Enhance support system8 for carers and famlty members, currently underr8presented In the
survey (24/0 of respondents).
Actlons:
. Develop tallorod rasource8 and programs for carers and famlltes.
Organise family-incluslve workshops and support sessions.
. Increase survey reach to gathar more data on carers, needs.
6. InfluenG8 Pollcy and Advocate for Batter Sorvlces
Goal= Guarantee timely access to essentlal resources and facllftles for Indrviduals Ilving wlth stomas.
Actlons:
Launch survey results 8t a parliamentsry evenL
. Present a policy paper based on survey findings lo govemrnent offlclals.
. Advocate for enhanced publlc toilet and changing facilities.
Form alliances with other health charities for lobbying efforts.
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FINANCIAL REVIEW
Income
col0slc￿Y UK has a diverse range of incorne streams, with our work funded by a mExture of individual
support (￿gUlar and one-off donationg, fundraisers and legacies), companles and charlt8ble tn18ts.
and trading actlvlties. In our annual 'Step Up For Stomas. fundralslng campaign thls year we
challenged our supporters to 'Do 42. fundraislng for an activity based around the number 42 to
reftect the fact that every 42 minutes somebody turns to Colostomy UK for support. In the week-long
campaign, 30 participants raised r)ver £13.000- a phenomenal achievement.
Our total income for the year w8s £597,621 (2023." £732,948) comprising..
. Don8tlons and Legacies £310.834 (2023.. £380,030)
Income from Ch8ritable Activltles £251,745 (2023". £323,350)
. Trading income £28.903 (2023: £22,981)
Investment income £6,139 (2023,. £6,587)
Expenditure
We spent £802,017 (2023.. £682,177> to help Improve the lives of people wlth stomag.
Reserves Policy and Golng Concem
The Tru8lees hold restriGted reserves of £21.326.
Unreslrlctsd reserves include designated funds totalling £307,887 and free reserves of £105,452. The
deslgnated funds Include £150,000 held in a Risk Reserve Fund, to meet charltable Gommltments and
expenditure liabillties in case of closure, and £149,349 allocatod to the strategic development of the
charity. as embark on our flve-y8ar plan for growth.
The Trustees review the reserves policy annually. In the context of exlemal economic factors as well
as internal development, and have agreed to malntaln reserves at a level to meet the organisation's
charitable responsibllltles and operatlng costs for 3￿ months in the event of any flnanclal diswptlon,
andlor risk of closure. Thls will mitlgate diffKultles caused by Internal or extemal factors - such as the
fundraising landscape, empk)yee vacancies, delays In pa￿￿ent of trading Income, or natSonal financlal
crlses- and allow for the pursuit of emergentty funds should the ne8d arise.
The Trustees have revlewed the Cbrcumslances of the Charity and Consider that adequate resources
contlnue lo be availab18 to fund its activities for the foreseeabla future. The Trustees are of Ihe view
that the charity Is 8 going concem.
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Impairnient Revlew Pollcy
Each year the Trustees physically review the a8S8ts of the Charity to consider whether there are any
indicators of permanent impairmenl. If any impairment is found, the value of Ihe impalrment is taken to
the Ststernent of Financial Activities in the year.
Management of Risk
At Colostomy UK, our priority Is ensuring Ihat people fving wlth a stoma can access the supporL
information. and community they need
when Ihey need it most. To protect this vital VI￿rk. the
Trustees regularly assess potential risks and lake proactive steps to ensure the charity remains
resilienL effective. and sustainable.
Key areas of focus include:
Sustalnable funding to protect core services: Many of our essential services
induding our
helpline, peer support, information resources. and advocacy work - have been supported by legacy
Income. While we are incredlbty grateful for this generosity. we recognise the need to reduce reliance
on this unpredlctable fundlng stream. That's why we have reviewed an(1 begun implementing a
broader income generation strategy. In the meantime, reserves are in place to ensure continuity of
support for the people who depend on us.
Maintainin9 the expertlse behlnd our servlces: Our staff play a crucial rol8 in d81ivering infonned,
mpassionate, and specialist support. We acknowledge thal losing key team members could Impact
service contlnuity. To reduce this risk, we're workSng to strengthèn Internal syst8ms and ensure that
vltal knowledge is shared and safeguarded so that people livlng with a stoma ahNays receive the
guldance they deserve.
Prote¢tlng digital access and trust: Many Indlvhguals and familles find us onlln8 - whether through
our website, social media, or digital resources. We are committed to maintalning the securfty and
reliablllty of these platforms to ensure peopl8 can access trustworthy information and reach out for
support in a safe and welcoming environment.
To prolect the future of our senilcas, the Twstees Closely monitor financial performance and cashflow
throughout the year. This ensures we hold suffident funds to meot current needs. plan for the future,
and keep delivering Ilfe-enh8ncing support to the storna community wlthout interruption.
Statemont of trustees, responsiblllties
The twstees (who are also the directors of Colostomy UK for the purposes of company law) are
responsible for preparing the trustees, report and the financial statements in accordance with
applicable law and United Klngdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Ac￿pIe
Accountlng Practice), including FRS 102 'The FinancAal Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland" The report and accounts have been prepared in accordance wilh provisions
in the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statem8nts for each financial year. Under
company law the trustees must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that
they glve a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the 5ncoming
resources and application of resources. induding its income and expenditure, of the charitable
company ft>r that period. In preparing these financial statements. the trustees are required lo:
select suitable accounting policie5 and apply them conslstently.
observe the methods and prinoples in the Charitles SORP;
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
stste whether appllcable accounting slandards, comprising FRS 102 have been followed, subjeGt
to any material departures disclosed and explalned In the financial statements; and
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prep8re th8 financial stalements on the going concem basis unless it is Inappropriate to prewme
that the charftable comp8ny will continue in business.
The trustees respon51ble for keeping proper accounttng records that can disclose wlth reasLinable
accuracy at any time the financial poslllon of th8 charttabla company and enable them to ensure that
the financial statements Gomply wilh the Companies Act 2DOS. They are also responslbl& for
safeguarding the assets of the charilable company and hence for taklng reasonable steps far the
prevention and detection of fraud and other I￿egularities.
Dl4c106ure of InfoTmatlon to audltor
Each twst88 h8S taken steps that thay ought to have taken 8s a trustee In order to make themsefves
aware of any relevant audlt information and to estatllsh that the tharity's audilar 16 aware of that
infomiation. The trustee5 confim that there is no relevant informatlon that they know of and of which
they know the auditor is unaware.
Small companles provlslon statement
This r8PQrt has been prep8red in accordance wilh the small CDmpanles reglme und8r the Cornpanles
Act 200&
The annual report w83 approved by the iruslees of Ihe tharity on Q.4
behalf ty..
c￿L%*￿nd signed on Its
Laing
Chairman and tru
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Independent Examlnerfs Report to the truslees of Colostomy UK (Ihe
Company)
I report to the charity trustees on my examlnation of the accounts of the Company for Ihe year ended
31 December 2024.
Responslbllltles and basls of report
As the charity5 trustees of the Company {and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you
are responsible for the prèparation of the accounts in accordan￿ with the requirements of the
Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act,).
Having satisfied myself th31 the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part
16 of the 2006 Act and are ellglble for independent examination, I report in respect of my examlnalion
of your charity's accounts as carried out under seclion 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Acf).
In Garrying out my examinatlon I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under
section 145{5>{b) of the 2011 Act.
Independent examiner's statement
Slnce the Company's gross income exceedod £250.000 your examiner mu81 be a member of a body
Ilsted in sectron 145 of the 2011 Act. I confirm that l am qualified to undertake the examination
because l am a member of ICAEW. which is one of the lisled bodies.
I have completed my examlnallon. I confirni that no matters have come to my attentlon in conneGtion
wilh the examination givlng me caus& to believe".
1. accounting records were not kept In respect of Colostomy UK as requSred by section 386 of the
2006 Act", or
2. the accounts do not accord with those records". c
3. Ihe accounts do not comply with the accounting tequlrernents of sectlon 396 of the 2006 Acl
other than any r8quirement thal the accounts glve a 'true and fair vlew, which is not a matter
consldered as part of an independent examination; or
4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance wrth the methods and ptlnclples of the
Statemenl of Recornmended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities [applicable to
charities preparing thelr accounts in accord8nce with the Financial Reporting Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)].
I have no concems and have come aGross no other matters in connection wllh the eXamInat￿)n to
which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enal￿e a proper understanding of Ihe
accounts to be reached.
Catherine Williams FCA DChA
Independent Examiner
Weslojtts (SW) LLP
47 Boutport street
Bamstaple
Devon
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Statement of Financlal Actlvities for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
(Includlng Incom6 and Expanditure Account and Statement of Total
Recognised Gains and Losses)
Unrestrlcted
funds
Restrfcted
funds
Totsl
2024
Total
2023
Note
Income and Endowments from:
Donallons and legacAes
Charitable activities
Other trading aclivilies
Investment income
295,149
250.145
28,903
6.139
15,685
1.600
310,834
251,745
28.903
6,139
380.030
323,350
22.981
6.587
Total income
580.336
17.285
597.621
732.948
Expendlture on..
Ralsing funds
Charitable actrvities
(20.093)
(141.180
(761.273)
180,937
(20.093)
(781.924
(14,807)
667.370
(40.744)
40.744
Total expenditure
Net (expenditure)Ilncome
Net movement in funds
{802,017)
204,396
682,177
(23,459)
50,771
(180.937)
(23.459)
{204,396)
50,771
Reconciliatlon of funds
Total funds brought forw8rd
Total fvnds carried forward 21
594,276
44,785
639,061
588,290
639,061
413,339
21.326
434,665
All of the chaiity's activities derive from continuing 0￿ratiOnS during the above two periods.
The funds breakdown for 2023 Is shown in note 21.
The notes on pages 2110 35 form an integral part of these financial statements.
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Balanco Sheet as at 31 Decernber 2024
2023
F￿ed asoets
Inlangible assets
Tanglble assets
14
15
2,161
6.377
2.901
8.319
11220
Current assets
DeblorB
Cash al bank and in harKI
17
18
128.630
347.666
476,296
(50.169
101836
574.651
678.487
Credltors: knoiints falllng due vlllhln ong y•W
Net cwrenl assets
Net assets
19
426,127
434,665
627.B41
639.061
Funds of the charlty:
Rostricted In¢om? fund¥
Restrlcted fund
Unre8tr1eted Incom• fvnd8
Unreslrf¢￿ fvnds
Total lund5
21,326
44.785
413.339
21
434.665
639,081
For the financlal y&ar ending 31 December 2024 the chartty was entitled to from audft
under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relallng to small ￿mpanies.
The members have not required Ihe ¢harlty to obtaln an audit of tts ac(¥Junts for Ihe year in
question in aco)rd8nce ￿th section 476- and
The direclors adfflowledge thelr responsibillties for ￿MplyIng wilh r￿UIrements of the kt
respect to accounting re￿r￿S and the preparatlon of accounls.
These finandal Statements have been prepar8d In accord8n¢e with the speclal provislons rel8llng to
comp8nle8 subJeGI to Ihe small (x)mpanies regime wlthln Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006.
The fin8ncSal 31atem8nls on pages 18 10 35 were approved by the trustees, end for18sue
Bnd slgned on their beha￿ty.
Laing
Chalrperson 8nd
rnstee
The ￿tt5 on pages 21 to 35 fonn an Integral part Of th98• fmanclal 3latemeits.
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Statement of Cash Flows for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
2024
2023
Note
Cash flows from operating actlvltles
Net cash (expendiiure)lin¢ome
Adjustments to cash flows from non<ash Items
Depreciation
AmortiS8tion
Investment income
(204.396)
50.771
2,618
740
(6.139
2.083
740
(6,587)
47.007
{207.177>
Working capital adjustments
Increase in debtors
Increasel{decrease) in credltors
Decrease in deferred Income
17
19
(24,794)
4,023
4,500}
(32.020)
(5.432)
(3,053)
Net cash flows from operating activithes
Cash flows from investlng activities
Interest recelvable 8nd similar incorne
Purchase of tangible ffxed assets
Net cash ftows from investing activities
Net (decrease)fincFease in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equlvalants al 1 January
Cash and cash equivalents at 31 December
{232,448
6.502
6,139
(676
6,587
1,613
15
5,463
4,974
{228,985>
574,651
11.476
563.175
347,666
574,651
All of the cash flows are derlved from continuing operatlons during the above Iwo perfods.
The note8 on pages 21 to 35 fonn an Integral part of these financl£l statements.
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Notes to the Flnanclal Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
1 Charity status
The charity is limited by guarantee, Incorporated in England and Wales. and consequently does not
have share capital. Each of the members is liable lo Contribute an amount not exceeding £1 towards
the assets of the charity in the event of liquidalion.
The address of its registered office is:
100 Befkshire Place
Wharfedale Road
Wlnnersh
Wokingham
RG415RD
2 kcounting pollcies
Surnmary of slgniflcant aGcountlng policies and key aGGountlng estlmatss
The prfncipal accounting policies applied in the preparation of these f nancial Staternents are set out
below. These pollcl88 have been consistently applied to all the years presented, unless otherwise
stated.
Statement of compllance
The financial statements have been prepared In accordance wrth Accounting and Reporting by
Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice (applicable to charfties preparing their accounts in
accordance with Ihe Financlal Reporting Stsndard appliGabJe In the UK and Republlc of Ireland (FRS
102)} (Issued In October 2019) - (Ch8ritie8 SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reportlng Standard
applicable in the UK and Republlc of Ireland (FRS 102) and Ihe Companles Act 2006.
Basls of preparatlon
Colostomy UK meets Ihe definitlon of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are
initially reGognised al hislorical cost or Iransaction value unless otherwise slated in the relevant
accounting policy notes. The financial ststements are prepared in sterling which is the functional
curren.cy of the charity.
Going concern
The trustees consider that there are no material uncertainties abDUt the charitvs ability to continue as
a going concem nor any significant areas of uncertainty that affect the carrylng value of assets held by
the charlty.
Income and endowments
All income is lgcognised once the charity has entitlement to the income. It Is probable that the income
wlll be received and the amount of the income reGeivabl8 can be measured reliably.
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Notes to the Financial Statements for tho Year Ended 31 December 2024
Donations and legaclgs
DDnalions are recogni88d when the ¢harity has been notified in wrltlng of both the amount and
settlement date. In Iha event that a donatlon is subject to condltions that require a level of
P8rfomiance by the charlty before the Charity Is entftled lo the funds, the incorne Is deferred and not
recognlsed until either those condltlons are fully meL or the fulfilment of those conditlons Is whoHy
wlthln th8 control of the charity and rt is probable that these condStSons will be fulfilled in the reporting
perfod.
Legacy glfts are recognised on a case by case basis followlng the grant of probate when the
admlnlstr8torlexecutor for the estate has communlcated In writing bolh the amount and setllement
date. In th8 event that the gift is In the fonn of an asset othar than cash or B financial asset traded on
a recognised stock exchange, recognition is su4.ect to the value of the gift being reliably measurable
wlth a degree of reasonable accuracy and the title to the asset havlng been transferred to the charity.
Grants receivable
Gr2nts are reGcgnlsed ￿en the charty has an entitlement to Ihe funds and any condttlcns linked to
the grants have been met. Where performance conditions are attached ID the grant and are yet to be
met. tha Income Is recognised as a Itabillty aThJ induded on the balance sheet as deferred income to
be released.
Deferred Income
Deferred income repres8nts amounts received for future periods and is released to Ir￿ornIng
resources in the perfod for which, It has been recelved. Such Income is only deferred when:
- The donor SpeC￿leS that the grarbt or donation must onty be used in future accounllng periods", or
The donor has imp.osed condltions which must be met befor8 the oharity h88 uncondltional
entittement.
Expendlture
All expenditur8 is recognised onc8 there Is a l&gal or constructive obligation to that expendlture. it Is
probable settl8ment is r8quired and the amount can be measured reliably. All costs are allocated to
the appliGabl8 expendrturè heading that aggregate similar costs to that category. Where costs cannot
be directly attrlbuled to particular headings they hav8 been allocated on a basis consistent with the
use of resources, wlth céntral staff costs allocated on Ihe basis of time Spent. and depreciation
charges allocaled on the portlon of thè asset's use. Other support costs are allocated based on the
spread of stsff costs.
Raising funds
These are costs incurred in attracting voluntary income, the management of investments and those
incurred In trading actlvities that raise funds.
Charltabl• acllvlties
Charftable expenditure comprlses ltrnse costs incurred by the charity In the delivery of its activltles
and services for its ben8flclaries. It includes both costs thal can be allocated directly to Such actlvltKgS
and those costs of 8n indirect nature necessary to support them.
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Support costs
Support costs Include cenlral functions and have b8en allocated to actlvity CDSt categories on a basis
consistent wlth the use Of resour￿$, for example, allocating property costs by floor areas. or per
capita. staff costs by the time spent and other costs by their usage.
Intangible asséts
Intangible assets are stated in the Balan￿ Sheet at cost less accumulated amortlsatlon and
impaimient. They ar8 amortised on a straight line basis over their estimated useful lives.
Tangible fixed a55ets
Tangible assets are initially recorded at cost, and subsequently stated at cost less any accumulated
depreciation and impaimient losses.
Amortisatlon
Amortisation 18 provided on intanglble fixed assets so as to write off the cost, less any estimated
residual value. over their expected useful economic life as follows:
Asset class
Computer software
Amortisation method and rate
1 OQA straight Ilne
Depreclatlon
Depreciation is provided on tsngible fixed assets so as to wrlte off the cost Dr valuatlon, less any
estimated residual value, over their expected useful economrc Ilfe as follows:
Assel class
Pl8fbt and machinery
Compuier equipment
Equipment
DepreGlatlon method and rate
250A straight Ilne
200/0 Straight Ilne
20% straight Ilne
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents comprlse cash on hand and call deposits, and other short-lem highly
liquid investments that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subjecl to an
insignrficanl risk of change in value.
Fund structure
Unrestricted income funds are general fund5 that are available for use at the trustees disctetron in
furtherance of the objectives of the charity.
Designated funds are unrestrlcted funds eamiarked by Ihe trustees for a specific purpose.
Restricted income funds are those donated for use in a partlcular area or for spectfic purposes. the
use of whiGh is restricted to that area or purpose.
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Penslons and other post retirement obligations
Contrlbutlons to d8fin8d contribution plans are recognised as an expense In the period in which the
related servlce Is provided. Prepaid contrlbution$ are recognised as an asset to the extent that the
prepa￿nent wlll lead to a reduction In future payments or a cash refund.
When contributions are not expected lo be s8tt1ed wholly within 12 months of the end of the reportirKJ
date in whlch the 8mployees render the re18ted service. the liability is measured on a dlscounted
present value basis. The unwinding of the dISc￿jnI is re￿gnISed as an expense In the perlod in which
it arises.
Flnanclal Instruments
Classificatlon
Flnancial assets and financial Ilabiliti8s are recognised when the Charity become8 a party to the
contraclual provisions of the instrument.
Financial liabilities and aqulty Instruments are classified according to the substance of th8 contractual
arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract thal evidences a residual interest in
the assets of the charity after deducting all of Its Ilabslities.
Remgnidon and measurement
All financlal assets and liabilities ar8 Initially measured at transactlon prtce (including transac￿n
costs}, except for those financial assels classified as at fair value through proffit or loss, whlch are
initially measured at falr value (which is normally the transaction price excluding transactlon costs).
unless the arrangernent constitutes a financing transaction. If an arrangement constitLrte5 a financing
transaction. the financial asset or financial liability is measured at the present value of the future
pa>ments discounted at a market rat8 of interest for a similar debt instrument.
Flnancial assets and liabiltties are only offset in the statement of financial position when, and only
when there exlsts a legalw enforceable rlght to set off Ihe recognlsed amounts and the charity intends
either to Settle on a net basis, or to reallse thè assel and settle the liability simultaneously.
Flnancial assets are derecognised when and only when a) the contractual rights to the cash flows
from the flnancial asset expSre or are settled, b) the charlty transfers to another paty 8ubstsntially all
of the risks and rewards of ownershlp of the financial asset. or c) the charity, despite having retained
some, but not all, signlficanl risks and rewards of ownership. has transferred control of the assel to
another party.
Financial liabilities are derecognlsed only vA￿n the obllg8tlon speclfled In the contract Is discharged,
cancelled or expires.
Investments
Unlisted equity investments are Initially recorded at Cost. and subsequently measured at falr value. If
fair value cannot be reliably measured, assets are measured at cost less Impairment.
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Notes to the Flnanclal Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
3 Income from donations and legacles
Unrestrlcted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
2024
Donations
Legacies
Grants
183.559
92.340
19.250
2.000
185.559
92.340
32.935
13.685
295,149
15.685
310,834
Unrestricted
funds
Rostricted
funds
Totsl
2023
Donatlons
Legacies
Grants
171.948
160.604
38,500
175.626
160.604
43,81)0
5,300
8,98Q
371,050
380,030
4 Income frorn charitsblo actlvlti•s
Unrestrfcted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
2024
Olher Income
Sponsored posts
Webslte advertising
Magazine advertising income
Mail out income
Radar keys
Corporate sponsorship
16,982
14,600
17,850
123.055
41,032
626
36.01)0
1,150
18.132
14,600
17.850
123,055
41,032
626
36,450
251.745
450
250.145
1.600
Unrestrlcted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
2023
Other income
Sponsored posts
Webstte advertising
Magazine advertislng Income
Mall out income
Radar keys
Corporate sponsorship
11.287
19.050
16,500
126,947
117.497
1,269
1.050
11337
19.050
16.500
126.947
117,497
1,269
29.750
29,750
292,550
30.800
323,350
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Notes to the Flnancial Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
S Income from other tradlng activltles
Unrestricted
funds
Totsl
2024
Merchandise sales
Other inGoTne
Fundraising incorne
500 Club incorne
9,243
12
19,065
583
9,243
12
19,065
583
28,903
28,903
Unrestricted
fiinds
Restrlcted
funds
Total
2023
Merchandise sales
Fundraising inGome
500 Club income
9,224
12,803
679
125
150
9.349
12.953
679
22,706
275
22.981
6 Investment Income
Unrestricted
funds
Total
2024
Investment income
6,139
6,139
Unrestrlcted
funds
Total
2023
Investment income
6,587
6.587
7 Expenditure on ralslng funds
Unrestricted
funds
Total
2024
Costs of raising donations and legacies
20.093
20.093
Unre8tricted
funds
Total
2023
Costs of raislng donations and legacies
14,807
14.807
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Notes to the Flnanclal Statements for the Year Ended 31 December 2024
8 Expenditure on charitable actlvitl•8
Unrestricted
fund8
Restrlcted
funds
Total
2024
Charltable activtt16S
Allocated support costs
591,335
149,845
741,180
35,699
5,045
627,034
154,890
781.924
40,744
Unre$trlcted
funds
RestrlGted
funds
Total
2023
Ch8ritable activities
Allocated support ¢osts
507.736
113.962
33,660
12,012
45,672
541,396
125,974
667,370
621,698
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9 Analysis of support costs
Support costs allocated to Charitable aGtlvltles
Total
2024
Total
2023
Depreciallon
Staff training
Travelling
Rent
General expenses
Repalrs & maintenance
Telephone
Volunteer Reward and Recognition Event
Entertainment
Printing & stationery
Bank tharges
Trustees fees
Volunteer expens68
Insurance
IT software
Trade sub8CriPtions
Cleaning
Pa￿1 fees
Independent examinerfs fee
3,368
15,459
10,914
50,564
8,082
2.823
3,512
14,367
46,313
4,654
391
5,299
7.939
1,786
3,892
2,497
326
52
5,036
21,741
2,178
151
781
2,236
5,092
776
1,848
2,207
806
6,055
42,530
3,697
153
862
2,487
154,890
125,974
10 Net Incomingloutgolng rosources
Net {¢xrtgolng)fincoming resources for the year include:
2024
2023
Amortlsatlon of intanglbla 8g$8ts
Depreclation of tsnglble fixed assets
740
2,618
740
2,083
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11 Trustees remunoration and •xponses
No trustees. nor ary persons connected with them, have received any remuneration from the charity
dvring the year.
During the year expenses were reSmbursed to Trustees £806 (2023.. £326) in respect of mileage
costs.
12 Staff costs
The aggregate payroll costs were as follows-
2024
2023
Staff costs during the year were:
Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Pension costs
367,443
31,272
12.662
310.994
23,747
8,315
343,056
411,377
The average head count of employees durfng the year was 12 (2023.. 11). The average number of
full-time equlvalent employees during the year is anatysed as follows:
2024
Charitable activities
10
The number of employ8es whose emolurnents fell within the following bands was:
2024
£60.001- £70.000
13 Independent examinerfs remuneratlon
2024
2023
Independent examlnation
2,487
2.236
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Notes to the Financlal Statsments for the Yoar Ended 31 Decembor 2024
14 Intangiblo flxed as8Ots
Computer
software
Tolal
Cost
At 1 January 2024
At 31 December 2024
7.404
7,404
7,404
7,404
Amortisation
Al 1 January 2024
Charge for the year
At 31 December 2024
4,503
740
4,503
740
5.243
5.243
Net book value
At 31 D8cember 2024
2.161
2,161
Al 31 December 2023
2,901
2,901
15 Tangible flxed assets
Computer
equipment
Plant and
machinery
Equlpment
Total
Cost
At 1 January 2024
Additions
13.548
13,562
676
1,635
28.745
676
At 31 December 2024
13,548
14,238
1,63S
29,421
Depreciatlon
At 1 January 2024
Charge for the year
At 31 December 2024
13,548
5,243
2,618
1.835
20,426
2,618
13,548
7,861
1,635
23.044
Net book value
At 31 December 2024
6.377
6,377
At 31 December 2023
8,319
8.319
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16 Inveslmonts
Investments
Shares In
group
undertaklngs
T•)tal
Cost
At 1 January 2024
Dlsposals
Al 31 December 2024
<1)
1}
Provlslon for Impairment
At 1 January 2024
Elimlnated on dlsposal
At 31 December 2024
{1
Net book value
At 31 December 2024
At 31 DKember 2023
17 Debtors
2024
2023
Trade debtors
Prepayments
Olher debtors
28,904
6,281
93,445
128.630
27.367
16,657
59,812
103.836
18 Cash and cash •qulval•nt$
2024
2023
Cash at bank
347,666
574.651
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19 Cr8dftors- amounts falling due wllhin one year
2024
2023
Trade credltors
Other taxation and soclal securfty
VAT
Other creditors
AcGNals
Defèrred Income
1.741
11,118
8.877
4,761
10,672
13,000
10,865
9,959
1.338
4,761
6,223
17.500
50,169
50,646
20 Pension and other 5Ghemes
Defined contrlbutlon penslon sGheme
The charty operates a defined contribution pension Sc￿me. The pension cost charge for the year
repr￿nts contrlbutlons payable by the charfty to the scheme and arnountad to £12,662 (2023
£8,315).
21 Funds
Bala￿e at
31
December
2024
Balance at
1 January
2024
Incomlng Resourcès
resources
expended
Transfers
Unrestrlcted funds
General
General Funds
Volunteers
Risk reseNe
Flxed a&8ets
Strategy
214,387
29,598
150,000
11.220
189.071
580,336
(718,193)
28,922
(29,598)
105,452
150,IWO
8.538
149,349
413.339
(3.358)
39,722)
61,273)
676
594,276
580,336
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Balance at
31
December
2024
Balance at
1 January
2024
Incoming Resour¢o8
Yesour¢es
expgndod
Transfers
Restrlctsd funds
JOSH
Caring for Co105tomates I
Dementia
Active Ostorriates
8ob Buckley
Newcastle Project
5.454
5,454
209
26,206
3.877
9,039
44,785
1,150
16,135
(501)
{40,243)
858
2,098
3,877
9,039
21.326
17,285
40,744)
Total funds
639,061
597,621
(802,017)
434,665
Balance at
31
December
2023
Balance at
1 January
2023
Incorning R•sources
resources
expended
Transfers
Unrestrlctod funds
General
General Funds
Volunte8rs
Rlsk reserve
Flxed assets
Strategy
141.905
33,553
150,000
12,430
200,000
537,888
687.593
5,300
(613,498)
(9,255}
(1,613)
214,387
29,598
150,000
11.220
189.071
(2,823)
10,929
1,613
692,893
{636.505)
594,276
Restrl¢ted funds
JOSH
Caring for Colostomates I
Dementl8
Active Ostomates
Bob Buddey
Newcastle ProJeGt
7,942
<2,488)
5.454
8.477
20.998
3,946
9,039
1.350
38,705
(10,866)
(32,249)
(69)
(1,039)
27,454
3.877
9,039
44,785
50,402
40,055
45,672
Totsl funds
588,290
732,948
682,177
639,061
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Des19nated funLs
Volunteers - volunteer tralnlng and development
Rlsk Reserve - protect the charitys benefKiaries from unexpected fa118 In Income. or unexpect8d
expenditure.
Flxed Assets - whlch cannot be used to fund expermjilure without being sold.
Stralegy- allocated to the strateglc development of th8 charlty. as embark on our five-year plan for
growth.
Restricted res8Nes
JOSH - to support helpline and young people with a stoma.
Carlng For ColostomateslDÉmentl& workshop8 tor of local authorfty enablement teams, care arKI
Nurslng home staff, community carers, and informal carers (Family members or friends).
Aclive Ostomates - to promote actlve lifestyles.
Bob Buckley- to support people with a Cok>stomy who irrigate.
Newcastle - fund to support peoplé with a stoma livlng in the NewKastle area
22 Analysls of net assets belween ￿ndS
Total funds
at31
December
2024
Unre$trlcted
funds
General
Restricted
furbds
Intanglble fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets
Currenl assets
Current liabllStles
2,161
6,377
454,970
50,169
2,161
6,377
476,296
50,169
21,326
Total net assets
413,339
21,326
434,665
Total funds
a131
December
2023
Unrestrfct•d
funds
General
Restricted
funds
Intangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed a&8ets
Currenl assats
Current Ilabilitles
2,901
8,319
633,702
50,646
2,901
8,319
678,487
50,846
639,061
44.785
Total nel assets
594,276
44,785
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23 Related party iransactlons
There were no related paty transactlons in the year.
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