2021-01-31-accounts

Registered number 06067817

LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES

A Company Limited By Guarantee Report and Accounts

31 January 2021

LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Report and accounts Contents

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Company information	1
Directors' report	2
Accountants' report	4
Profit and loss account	5
Balance sheet	6
Statement of changes in equity	7
Notes to the accounts	8

LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Company Information

Directors

Ali Said PEHLIVAN Mustafa GUNAYDIN Preston EVANGELOU

Accountants

AA ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES 244 Chase Road LONDON N14 6HH

Registered office

7 Bell Yard, London, WC2A 2JR

Registered number 06067817

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Registered number: 06067817 Directors' Report

The directors present their report and accounts for the year ended 31 January 2021.

Principal activities

London Centre for Social Studies (LCSS) aims to generate thinking and debate on pressing social issues amongst academics, activists, policy makers, practitioners, both at the national and international level. LCSS has specialised competence in various social policy areas including migration, gender and education. Our activities include public lectures, panel discussions, roundtables, international conferences and workshops.

Overview:

Our activities until the end of January 2020 can be summarised as: Academic conferences, roundtable discussions, social responsibility projects (British Engagement Project for Displaced mothers) and summer schools. Unfortunately, we had to postpone some of our planned activities due to Covid-19 pandemic towards the end of March 2020. Our main activities can be summarised in detail under the headings below:

PhD Methodology Conference

The 7th LCSS PhD Methodology Conference was held at the University of Greenwich.

The conference aimed to bring together doctoral students, professionals and early-career researchers from various disciplines within the Social Sciences and Humanities allowing them to share their research experiences. The conference addressed methodological, empirical and ethical issues relevant to the Social Sciences and Humanities. There was a particular focus on the impact of Big Data on methodological choices.

The conference programme provided a valuable opportunity for researchers to debate and reflect on their methodological choices to consider alternative approaches, methods, tools and resources. It also provided a venue for discussing potential challenges facing researchers.

British Engagement Project for Displaced mothers

We conducted a mini pilot study with 6 displaced mothers to establish our action plan. We also contacted different stakeholders for possible collaboration opportunities.

We hold 3 meetings at LCSS office with volunteers regarding the project. We advertised the project via social media, our website and Eventbrite. We also contacted several NGOs based in London. After a careful preparation period, we produced the project's action draft plan. We held our first activity. It was seeing the musical show Mary Poppins to explore and experience the stage and performing arts culture in the UK. We booked 12 tickets for the show (10 participants and 2 volunteers). We opened the registration link for the musical show on our website. We got quite good feedback from the participants. They enjoyed the show a lot. For all of them, it was the first experience.

For our second activity, we were planning to visit the House of Parliament Discover the history and heritage of Parliament. However, due to the current climate in relation to Covid-19 and following the government's advice around social distancing, we had to cancel it.

Roundtable Discussion: 'Muslim Minorities and Radicalisation in a Global Context'

On 30 October 2019, LCSS has successfully organised a roundtable at Central London to discuss radicalisation amongst Muslim minorities in a global context.

On Wednesday 30th October, a group of academics gathered at Central London to participate in LCSS's event titled 'Muslim Minorities and Radicalisation in a Global Context'. In the first part of the session, Julia Rushcenko, senior lecturer in Policing and Criminal Investigations at University of West London, UK, discussed recent trends of radicalisation focusing on socio-economic and demographic factors and current challenges for the criminal justice system and law enforcement. Prof Anwar Alam, senior fellow at Policy Perspectives Foundation in New Delhi, made his presentation which was centred around his edited book entitled "Muslim Minorities in Europe and India: Politics of Accommodation of Islamic Identities" published in 2016.

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Registered number: 06067817 Directors' Report

During the discussion session many interesting points were raised. While the effects of identity on one's sense of belonging was discussed, cultural and religious alienation as factors in radicalisation were touched upon. Patterns of radicalisation in India and Europe were also analysed from a comparative perspective.

Count Art II: Early Intervention with Art

With calligraphy and marbling we aim to attract young people in Tower Hamlets to motivate them to achieve goals in their lives and to be more engaged within the community.

Early Intervention with Art has been successfully completed in collaboration with Big Give and Docklands Community Organization based in Tower Hamlets. The project spanned three weeks with 40 girls taking part. After the workshop, an exhibition took place that showcased the pieces of art created during the project by the participants. Parents and guardians also participated in the exhibition and gave favourable feedback. Finally, a certificate of participation was given to each participant, and the girls prepared a thank-you card using water marbling and calligraphy techniques they learned, which they gave as a present to the instructors. All participants gave positive feedback regarding the fun learning experience and the enjoyable atmosphere of the Count Art II project.

Summer School:

With the summer school we aimed to improve the chances of children from disadvantaged backgrounds in Barnet and Enfield to adapt to the UK, boost their academic skills by taking advantage of the holiday period.

We thought that the Sports, Arts, Robotics and Reading clubs which are delivered each day after the English and Maths lessons would be the ideal first step towards the long-term solution of a local problem.

This programme provided these young people with better opportunities and contributed to their safeguarding by preventing them from joining youth gangs on holiday when parents comparatively have less control over them.

Summer Scout for Disadvantaged Children

Summer Scout for Disadvantaged Youth II took place between 29 July-2 August 2019 at the Cardfields Centre. The programme was a success, with 25 children benefitting from the activities offered at the Summer Scout Camp. The Summer Scout Camp was realised with the financial support of Childhood Trust and Big Give in addition to private donors.

The activities at the camp included cycling, hill walking, high ropes, camping, and activities around hobbies such as reading and creative writing. There were workshops on creative writing and inspirational talks, and day trips to local places to see. Sports activities like football, tennis and hiking also took place.

Prizes were handed out to participants that were successful at one of the activities. The participants spent quality time around nature away from screens engaged in meaningful and fun activities.

Directors

The following persons served as directors during the year:

Ali Said PEHLIVAN

Mustafa GUNAYDIN

Preston EVANGELOU

Small company provisions

This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions in Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board on 24 April 2021 and signed on its behalf.

Ali Said PEHLIVAN Director

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Accountants' Report

Accountants' report to the directors of LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES

You consider that the company is exempt from an audit for the year ended 31 January 2021. You have acknowledged, on the balance sheet, your responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts. These responsibilities include preparing accounts that give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company at the end of the financial year and of its profit or loss for the financial year.

In accordance with your instructions, we have prepared the accounts which comprise the Profit and Loss Account, the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Changes in Equity and the related notes from the accounting records of the company and on the basis of information and explanations you have given to us.

We have not carried out an audit or any other review, and consequently we do not express any opinion on these accounts.

AA ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES Accountants

244 Chase Road LONDON N14 6HH

24 April 2021

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Surplus and Deficit account for the year ended 31 January 2021

Income Cost of sales Gross Surplus Administrative expenses Operating Income Income before taxation Tax on Surplus Surplus for the inancial year	2021 £ 236,191 (181,560) 54,631 (52,522) 2,109 2,109 - 2,109	2020 £ 47,801 - 47,801 (54,644) (6,843) (6,843) - (6,843)

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Registered number: 06067817 Balance Sheet as at 31 January 2021

Notes Fixed assets Tangible assets 2 Current assets Stocks Debtors 3 Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 4 Net current assets Net assets Funds Surplus and Deficit account Reserves	2021 £ 19,820 1,850 9,316 11,813 22,979 (3,877) 19,102 38,922 38,922 38,922	2020 £ 20,120 - 8,622 8,558 17,180 (487) 16,693 36,813 36,813 36,813

The directors are satisfied that the company is entitled to exemption from the requirement to obtain an audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006.

The member has not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Act.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

The accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the special provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. The profit and loss account has not been delivered to the Registrar of Companies.

Ali Said PEHLIVAN Director Approved by the board on 24 April 2021

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Statement of Changes in Funds for the year ended 31 January 2021

At 1 February 2019 Deficit for the financial year At 31 January 2020 At 1 February 2020 Surplus for the financial year At 31 January 2021	£ - - - -	Unrestricted Restricted Funds Funds £ £ £ - - 43,656 (6,843) - - 36,813 - - 36,813 - 2,109 - - 38,922	Total £ 43,656 (6,843) 36,813 36,813 2,109 38,922

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 January 2021

1 Accounting policies

Basis of preparation

The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with FRS 102, The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (as applied to small entities by section 1A of the standard).

Turnover

Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have transferred to the buyer. Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs.

Intangible fixed assets

Intangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulative amortisation and any accumulative impairment losses.

Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulative depreciation and any accumulative impairment losses. Depreciation is provided on all tangible fixed assets, other than freehold land, at rates calculated to write off the cost, less estimated residual value, of each asset evenly over its expected useful life, as follows:

Freehold buildings	over 50 years
Leasehold land and buildings	over the lease term
Plant and machinery	over 5 years
Fixtures, fittings, tools and equipment	over 5 years

Investments

Investments in subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures are measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses. Listed investments are measured at fair value. Unlisted investments are measured at fair value unless the value cannot be measured reliably, in which case they are measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses. Changes in fair value are included in the profit and loss account.

Stocks

Stocks are measured at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost is determined using the first in first out method. The carrying amount of stock sold is recognised as an expense in the period in which the related revenue is recognised.

Debtors

Short term debtors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price), less any impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts. Loans and other financial assets are initially recognised at transaction price including any transaction costs and subsequently measured at amortised cost determined using the effective interest method, less any impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts.

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 January 2021

Creditors

Short term creditors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price). Loans and other financial liabilities are initially recognised at transaction price net of any transaction costs and subsequently measured at amortised cost determined using the effective interest method.

Taxation

A current tax liability is recognised for the tax payable on the taxable profit of the current and past periods. A current tax asset is recognised in respect of a tax loss that can be carried back to recover tax paid in a previous period. Deferred tax is recognised in respect of all timing differences between the recognition of income and expenses in the financial statements and their inclusion in tax assessments. Unrelieved tax losses and other deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date and that are expected to apply to the reversal of the timing difference, except for revalued land and investment property where the tax rate that applies to the sale of the asset is used. Current and deferred tax assets and liabilities are not discounted.

Provisions

Provisions (ie liabilities of uncertain timing or amount) are recognised when there is an obligation at the reporting date as a result of a past event, it is probable that economic benefit will be transferred to settle the obligation and the amount of the obligation can be estimated reliably.

Foreign currency translation

Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recognised at the rate of exchange ruling at the date of the transaction. At the end of each reporting period foreign currency monetary items are translated at the closing rate of exchange. Non-monetary items that are measured at historical cost are translated at the rate ruling at the date of the transaction. All differences are charged to profit or loss.

Leased assets

A lease is classified as a finance lease if it transfers substantially all the risks and rewards incidental to ownership. All other leases are classified as operating leases. The rights of use and obligations under finance leases are initially recognised as assets and liabilities at amounts equal to the fair value of the leased assets or, if lower, the present value of the minimum lease payments. Minimum lease payments are apportioned between the finance charge and the reduction in the outstanding liability using the effective interest rate method. The finance charge is allocated to each period during the lease so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Leased assets are depreciated in accordance with the company's policy for tangible fixed assets. If there is no reasonable certainty that ownership will be obtained at the end of the lease term, the asset is depreciated over the lower of the lease term and its useful life. Operating lease payments are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term.

Pensions

Contributions to defined contribution plans are expensed in the period to which they relate.

2 Tangible fixed assets

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 January 2021

Cost At 1 February 2020 At 31 January 2021 Depreciation At 1 February 2020 Charge for the year At 31 January 2021 Net book value At 31 January 2021 At 31 January 2020 3 Debtors Trade debtors Other debtors 4 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Taxation and social security costs Other creditors	Land and buildings £ 5,163 5,163 - - - 5,163 5,163	Plant and machinery etc £ 22,579 22,579 7,622 300 7,922 14,657 14,957 2021 £ 9,316 - 9,316 2021 £ 2,818 1,059 3,877	Total £ 27,742 27,742 7,622 300 7,922 19,820 20,120 2020 £ 4,000 4,622 8,622 2020 £ 108 379 487

5 Other information

LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES is a private company limited by guarantee and incorporated in England. Its registered office is: 7 Bell Yard,

London, WC2A 2JR

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Detailed Surplus and Deficit account for the year ended 31 January 2021

This schedule does not form part of the statutory accounts

Income Direct expenses Gross Surplus Administrative expenses Operating Surplus/(deficit) Surplus/(deficit) before tax	2021 £ 236,191 (181,560) 54,631 (52,522) 2,109 2,109	2020 £ 47,801 - 47,801 (54,644) (6,843) (6,843)

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LONDON CENTRE FOR SOCIAL STUDIES Detailed Surplus and Deficit account for the year ended 31 January 2021

This schedule does not form part of the statutory accounts

Income Sales Donations Funds/Grants Other Income Cost of sales Purchases Decrease/increase in stocks Administrative expenses Employee costs: Wages and salaries Pensions Employer's NI Premises costs: Rent General administrative expenses: Telephone and fax Postage Stationery and printing Conference & meeting expenses Subscriptions Bank charges Insurance Software Depreciation Sundry expenses Legal and professional costs: Accountancy fees Consultancy fees Advertising and PR Other legal and professional	2021 £ Unrestricted 220,182 2,490 20 5,904 228,596 183,410 (1,850) 181,560 4,055 467 302 4,824 6,504 6,504 589 13 - 6,156 21 96 189 1,062 300 23 8,449 600 23,775 - 775 25,150 44,927	2021 £ Restricted - 7,595 7,595 7,595 7,595 - - - - - - - - - - - 7,595	2021 £ Total 220,182 2,490 7,615 5,904 236,191 183,410 (1,850) 181,560 11,650 467 302 12,419 6,504 6,504 589 13 - 6,156 21 96 189 1,062 300 23 8,449 600 23,775 - 775 25,150 52,522	2020 £ - 18,650 21,976 7,175 47,801 - - - 9,041 133 125 9,299 10,717 10,717 383 - 21 8,083 - 146 121 - 500 211 9,465 600 - 1,733 22,830 25,163 54,644

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