Annual Report for 1[st] April 2022 to 31[st] March 2023
Charity No: 1119788
Table of Contents
Charity Name.............................................................................................................1 Registration Number...................................................................................................1 Trustee Members for the period....................................................................................1 District Team.............................................................................................................2 Support Team............................................................................................................3 Groups...................................................................................................................... 4 Properties..................................................................................................................6 General.....................................................................................................................7 Management..............................................................................................................7 Responsibilities..........................................................................................................7 General.....................................................................................................................8 Building & equipment risk............................................................................................8 Injuries to members....................................................................................................8 Reduced income.........................................................................................................8 Reduction in leaders & adult volunteers.........................................................................8 Reduction in youth members........................................................................................8 Our mission...............................................................................................................9 Values.......................................................................................................................9 Why is Scouting needed today?....................................................................................9 Our vision for 2023/24..............................................................................................10 Our objectives..........................................................................................................10 Reserves Policy........................................................................................................12 Investment Policy.....................................................................................................12 Treasurers Report.....................................................................................................12 Balance sheet As at: 31[st] March 2023 ......................................................................18 Waltham Forest Scout District....................................................................................19 Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner....................................................19 Basis of Independent Examiner's report.......................................................................20
REFERENCE & ADMINISTRATION
Charity Name
Waltham Forest Scout District
Registration Number
1119788
Principal Address
C/O Treasurer: James E Edwards, Teddington, 74 Millfield Avenue, Walthamstow, E17 5HL
Trustee Members for the period
| Trustee Name | Position | Meetings Attended (since last AGM) |
|---|---|---|
| Debbie Ladds | District Chair | 100% |
| Russell Hurlock | District Secretary (to 20/11/22) | 0% |
| Teddy Edwards | District Treasurer | 100% |
| Paul Symons | District Commissioner | 100% |
| Vacant | District Explorer Scout Commissioner | |
| Vacant | District Youth Commissioner | |
| Vacant | Youth Member | |
| Vacant | Youth Member | |
| Alan Towler | Elected Member | 80% |
| Chris Harrison | Elected Member | 100% |
| Mark Miller | Elected Member | 100% |
| Peter Rogers | Elected Member | 40% |
| John Goodman | DC Nominated Member | 40% |
| Lauren Holmes | DC Nominated Member | 80% |
| Zuzana Khan | DC Nominated Member | 60% |
| Elisha Roberts | Co-opted Member – Minute Secretary (since 20/11/22) | 60% |
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District Team
The District is led by the District Commissioner, the following roles are part of the ‘District Team’.
| Name | Position | Dates acted |
|---|---|---|
| Paul Symons | District Commissioner | 08/10/2019 – Present |
| Debbie Ladds | District Chair | 11/01/2020 – Present |
| Vacant | District Youth Commissioner | |
| Vacant | District Scout Network Commissioner | |
| Vacant | District Explorer Scout Commissioner | |
| Dan Townsend | Asst. District Commissioner Scouts | 08/10/2019 – Present |
| Vacant | Asst. District Commissioner Cubs | |
| Sara-Jane Edwards | Asst. District Commissioner Beavers | 08/10/2019 – Present |
| Ian Langbridge | Asst. District Commissioner Activities | 30/09/2022 - Present |
| Lesley Walker | Active Support Unit Manager | 08/10/2019 – Present |
| Peter Rogers | Active Support Unit Manager (Boathouse) | 15/03/2021 - present |
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Support Team
The District is led by the District Commissioner, the following roles are part of the ‘Support Team.
| Name | Position | Dates acted |
|---|---|---|
| Alan Towler | Appointments Panel Chair | 10/02/20 - Present |
| Wendy Mears | Appointments Panel Secretary | 08/10/2019 – Present |
| Chris Raby | Badge Secretary | 08/10/2019 - Present |
| Chris Harrison | District Activity Centre Manager – Wingrove Hall, Danemead Campsite Rep |
08/10/2019 - Present |
| John Goodman | District Activity Centre Manager – Michael Mallison Scout Centre. |
01/02/2020 - Present |
| John Goodman | District Activity Centre Manager – Boat House | 20/07/2021 to Present |
| Ben Warden | District Activity Centre Manager – Bulwer Road | 16/01/2020 - Present |
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Groups
There are 16 Scout Groups in the District. Each is managed by a Group Scout Leader (GSL) and will consist of none or more Beaver Colonies, Cub Packs, and Scout Troops. The District runs three Explorer Units and a Network Unit.
| Group | Address |
|---|---|
| 1st Higham's Park | Summer: Michael Mallinson Scout Centre, The Charter Road, Woodford Green, IG8 6RE Winter: All Saints Church Hall, Church Ave, Higham's Park, E4 9QD |
| 1st Leyton | Grange Park United Reformed Church Hall, Grange Park Road, Leyton, E10 5EP |
| 1st Waltham Forest South-Noor Ul Islam Scout Group |
Noor ul Islam Primary School, 135 Dawlish Road, Leyton, E10 6QW |
| 2nd Leytonstone | Ken Fuller Hall, 104 – 110 Malvern Road, Leytonstone, E11 3DL |
| 5th Walthamstow (St. John's) | St Johns Church Hall, Brookscroft Road, Walthamstow, E17 4LH |
| 7th Walthamstow | Pathfnder Lodge, 1 Stephenson Road, Walthamstow, E17 7LE |
| 10th Chingford | St Francis Hall, Hawkswood Crescent, Chingford, E4 7UH |
| 10th Leyton | Harvey Hall, Ive Farm Lane, Off Church Road, Leyton, E10 5LX |
| 14th Walthamstow | 205 Wood Street, Walthamstow, E17 3NU |
| 15th Chingford | 40A Whitehall Gardens, Chingford, E4 6EH |
| 21st Walthamstow Winchester Road |
Winchester Road Methodist Church, Winchester Road, Higham's Park, E4 9JP |
| 23rd Chingford | 24 Baily Close, Chingford, E4 9HG |
| 30th Walthamstow - Al-Fath Scout | Wadham Lodge Sports Center, Kitchener Road, |
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| Group | Group | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Group | Walthamstow, E17 4LL | |
| 31st Walthamstow (Fatima Elizabeth Scout Group) |
Walthamstow School for Girls, Church Hill, Walthamstow, E17 9RZ |
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| 32nd Chingford | St Teresa’s Hall, Station Road, Chingford, E4 7EN | |
| 37th Chingford (SS Peter & Paul) | Beavers & Cubs: All Saints (Old Church), Old Church Road, Chingford, E4 8BU Scouts: SS Peter & Paul Parish Church, The Green, Chingford, E4 7EN |
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| Explorer Unit | Address | |
| Chingford ESU | Wingrove Hall, Beech Hall Road, London, E4 9LT | |
| Leyton Tigers ESU | Leyton 6thForm College, Essex Road, Leyton, E10 6EQ | |
| Sloths ESU | 205 Wood Street, Walthamstow, E17 3NU |
| Network | Address |
|---|---|
| The Boat House Crew - Scout Network | The Boathouse, The Charter Road, Higham's Park, IG8 9RE |
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Properties
| Name | Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bulwer Road | 77a Bulwer Road Leyton E11 1DD | Freehold (see note 1) |
| The Boat House | The Boathouse, Charter Road IG8 9RE | Lease City of London (see note 2) |
| Danemead Camp Site | Cock Lane, Broxbourne Common, Broxbourne Hartfordshire EN1 8GG |
25% share (£2,500) |
| Michael Mallinson Scout Centre |
The Charter Road, IG8 9RE | Lease Waltham Forest (see note 3) |
| Wingrove Hall | Beech Hall Road, London E4 9NT | Lease Waltham Forest |
Note 1 – Bulwer Road
In June 2018 the former district of Waltham Forest South District Scouts had the land and premises at Bulwer Road valued by Mason Archer - Chartered Surveyors. In their opinion the market value of the freehold interest in the property was £770,000. During the course of this exercise, it has been established that the former district could not prove legal ownership of the property. As a result, trustees are now working to establish legal ownership. Amelia Haye, Partner of Jefferies Essex LLP in Southend on Sea, Essex is providing pro-bono support to this process which is still on-going. As a consequence, the above valuation, of the asset itself, has not been reflected in the accounts under review and will be once legal title is established.
Note 2 – The Boat House
The Boat House is currently on a Tenancy at Will from the City of London. The trustees have decided that the new rent required by the City of London is to high and we are therefore in the process of handing this property back to the City.
Note 3 – Michael Mallinson Scout Centre
Trustees have agreed that this property should be handed back to Waltham Forest Council so that it can be passed to the Highams Park Planning Group who are planning to fundraise for a purpose built community building on the site which Scouts and others would be able to use.
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STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE & MANAGEMENT
General
Waltham Forest District Scout Council is a registered charity under the umbrella of The Scouts. It operates within the rules laid down in the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scouts.
The District's governing documents are those of The Scouts. They consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rules document.
The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scouts.
Management
The District is managed by the District Executive Committee (Board of Trustees), the members of which are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout District which is an educational charity. As Charity Trustees they are responsible for complying with legislation applicable to charities. This includes registration, keeping proper accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate.
The Committee consists of three independent representatives being the Chair, Secretary and Treasurer together with Elected, Nominated, Coopted and Ex-Officio members. Meetings are normally bi-monthly
Members of the Executive Committee complete 'Essential Information for Executive Committee', GDPR, Safety and Safeguarding training within the first five months of joining the committee.
Responsibilities
This District Executive Committee (Board of Trustees) exists to support the District’s Leaders in meeting their responsibilities and are responsible for:
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The maintenance of District property;
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The raising of funds and the administration of District finance;
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The insurance of persons, property and equipment;
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District public occasions;
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Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support;
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Appointing any sub committees that may be required;
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Appointing District Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected.
RISK & INTERNAL CONTROL
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General
The District has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss, these include two signatories for all payments and a comprehensive insurance policy to ensure that insurable risks are covered. The District Executive Committee has identified the major risks to which they believe the District is exposed, these have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate against them. The main areas of concern that have been identified are:
Building & equipment risk
Damage to buildings, property and equipment. The District would request the use of buildings, property and equipment from neighboring organisations such as the church, community centre’s and other Scout Districts. Similar reciprocal arrangements exist with these organisations. The District has sufficient buildings and contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent loss.
Injuries to members
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members. The District, through membership fees contributes to The Scouts national accident insurance policy. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all activities. The District has insurance for non-member adults helping with District activities.
Reduced income
Reduced income from fund raising. The District is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising. The District does hold a reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major reduction in income. The Committee could raise the value of subscriptions to increase the income to the District on an ongoing basis or a temporary basis.
Reduction in leaders & adult volunteers
Reduction or loss of leaders. The District is totally reliant upon volunteers to run and administer the activities of the District. If there was a reduction in the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particular section or the District as a whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst-case scenario, the complete closure of the District. Recruitment and retention are closely monitored in the District and the Team put in place appropriate support if numbers are low.
Reduction in youth members
Reduction or loss of members. The District provides activities for young people aged 6 to 18 and young adults aged 18-25. If there was a reduction in membership in a particular section or the District as whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst-case scenario, the complete closure of the District. Recruitment and retention are closely monitored in the District and the Team put in place appropriate support if numbers are low. We know Covid-19 has had an impact on our numbers and we have supported the re-opening of face-to-face activities in groups and sections. We also know that
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our Explorer age member numbers are low and are planning to try and rectify this now Covid restrictions are lifted.
OBJECTIVES
Our mission
Scouting actively engages and supports young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.
Values
As Scouts we are guided by these values:
Care : We support others and take care of the world in which we live.
Respect : We have self-respect and respect for others.
Integrity : We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy and loyal.
Cooperation : We make a positive difference; we cooperate with others and make friends. Belief : We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes.
Why is Scouting needed today?
We are equipped to meet the needs of young people and society...
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…across divided communities Scouts brings people together. We offer shared experiences and a place to meet those of different backgrounds, promoting mutual understanding and building friendships.
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…in a time of uncertainty Scouts helps young people develop the values, self-belief and belief in others that will help them become confident, active citizens. We offer a place to belong, skills to succeed and are optimistic about the future.
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…when there is a lack of community engagement Scouts gives young people opportunities to improve the lives of those around them, taking positive social action in their local, national and international communities.
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…in an age of increased competition Scouts develops skills for life; the character, practical and employability skills that young people will carry with them into adulthood, helping them to succeed.
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Our vision for 2023/24
As part of a national movement, we will have prepared more young people with skills for life, supported by amazing leaders who deliver an inspiring program.
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Our objectives
We want to…
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…grow. We believe Scouts changes lives so we want to give every young person in Waltham Forest the opportunity to join.
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…become more inclusive. Everyone, regardless of their background, should be able to participate in Scouts.
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…be more youth shaped. Every young person should be shaping their experience and developing their leadership potential.
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…impact our communities. Through social action, Scouts makes a difference not just to the individual but to whole communities.
Within our District we aim to:
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Ensure we are a resilient charity, responding to our external environment
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Network with a range of stakeholders to the benefit of young people
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Provide District support to adult Scout volunteers in Waltham Forest
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Provide District activities for young people to complement the activities provided by Groups and Units
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Maintain and develop our buildings to support activities for young people in our Borough
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Increase and diversify our restricted and unrestricted income so we continue to meet the needs of young people
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DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS ANNUAL REPORT
2022/23 has been a year of returning to normal after COVID19. The number of young people in Scouts has returned to pre-covid levels and this is down to the hard work and commitment of all the leaders across our District.
In January we ran our third ‘Let’s Go’ event which was well attended. Currently we are working towards our District Camp in June at Gilwell Park. This will be the first time since the formation of the merged district in 2019 that we have run an event that everyone can attend at the same time.
I reported last year that we were continuing to work on resolving the leases at The Boathouse and The Michael Mallinson Centre. This has proved to be a very slow process and is still ongoing. Hopefully we can resolve things this year.
Mandatory training is always a thorny subject but our compliance levels remain good and I would like to thank everyone for getting their training done quickly when the time comes around to do them again.
Our County Commissioner, Lee Clark, finished his term this year and I would like to thank him for his support since I started in this role.
Our Chair, Debbie Ladds, has decided the time has come to move away and I will miss her help and support. Thank you Debbie and good luck in your new home.
As always I thank the District trustees, the District Team and those in other support roles, for their help and support. My role would be much harder without you.
Paul Symons District Commissioner
PUBLIC BENEFITS STATEMENT
The District meets the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community development headings.
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FINANCIAL REVIEW
Reserves Policy
The District's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the District should income and fundraising activities fall short. The District Executive Committee considers that the District should hold a sum equivalent to 6 months running costs in reserves.
The District held reserves of £xxxxx at the balance sheet date. This is above the level required for operating expenses.
Investment Policy
The District does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer term investments. The District has therefore adopted a risk averse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks.
Treasurers Report
The accounts below are for the period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023.
1: Accounting Policies
Basis of preparing the financial statements –
The financial statement of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, has been prepared in accordance with the Charity SORP (FRS 102) ‘Accounting & Reporting by Charities Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK & Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) effective 1[st] January 2019)’, Financial Reporting Standard 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK & Republic of Ireland’ & the Charities Act 2011. The Financial Statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
The accounts have been prepared on an Accrual accounting methodology to give a true & fair view of their financial activities & financial position.
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Income –
All Income comes from Membership subscriptions, Income from hire of the properties and activities, and this year from Government/Local Council Grants.
Expenditure –
Expenses are recognised has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category.
Taxation –
The Charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.
Fund Accounting –
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the object of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes. Further explanation of the nature & purpose of each fund is included in the notes top the financial statements.
Going Concern –
The Charity has sufficient funds to meet its financial obligations for the period of at least 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements.
2: Financial Review
INCOME –
Membership Subscriptions - was £12,335 (2020/21) compared with £6,527 (2019/20 Six months only).
th Donations – The closure of 27 Chingford Scout Group had £1,100 transfer to the district accounts. The district prescribed to Amazon Smile whereby a percentage of revenue is returned back to the district. 2021 this will be extended to the whole district to contribute to this fund.
Grants – The District has six properties which five pay business rates. Bulwer Road is classified as two properties under the business rate scheme. The Boat House is not listed either under Waltham Forest County Council or with City of London Corporation. The District applied for four properties for COVID-19 £10,000 grant being Michael Mallinson Centre, Wingrove Hall, Larkshall Road, &
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Bulwer Road which was granted. It was felt by the Executive trustees that only one grant for Bulwer Road was appropriate as this property in our eyes is only one building.
The second wave of Grants the District took the stand that only three properties was affected by COVID-19 which was the Wingrove Hall & the Michael Mallinson Centre, with the other being the Boat House where we were unable to claim for any grants as there was no business rates paid on the Boat House. We were awarded another £8,097. The Executive Meeting in February 2021 discussed to distribute this money back to the local Scout Groups based on £5.00 per young member.
The Third wave of Grants was based on the previous submitting and another £2,096 was awarded.
Finally, under this heading there are four payments of £250.00 from the Jack Petchey Foundation for Network Members. The expenditure is under boat house equipment for uniforms and kayak equipment.
As these grants are for the effects of COVID-19 it was agreed that we could offer discounts to the hall users 2020/2021, & 2021/2022, which is reported under ‘Community Engagement Discounts’ under each property heading on the Profit & Loss.
As trustees of the District, it was agreed that we should carry out compulsorily statuary inspections for the properties within the District. Therefore, this year we have undertaken Fire Risk Assessments for the Michael Mallinson Centre, Wingrove Hall, Boat House & Bulwer Road as a cost of £240.00 each.
Asbestos Survey for two properties being, Michael Mallinson Centre, & Boat House at a cost of £420.00 each. Wingrove Hall had this done last year and the trustees felt that Bulwer Road, due to the current condition, was not sensible at this time.
Legionella Survey for two properties being, Michael Mallinson Centre, & Boat House at a cost of £343 each. Wingrove Hall had this done last year and the trustees felt that Bulwer Road due to the current condition was not sensible at this time.
Larkshall Road – As this property was a loss maker it was agreed that we should hand this back to the Local County Council which happen on 30[th] September 2020, due to having all the legal pack and running cost for six months the building had a loss of £3,500 this year but did receive a Grant of £10,000 from COVID-19 grants
A new section has been introduced this year for expenditure over and above the budget, call Projects under each building. A total of £6,500 has been approved by the executive members, some of which is listed above, (Asbestos, Legionella Survives). These are costs which were not budgeted but still need to be reported under the relevant sections.
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Trustees have contacted Waltham Forest Bourough Council to process application for Boat House Business rates, which the local council, has processed and issued out invoices for the last four years (2017-2021), and coming year (2021-2022), totalling £18,993 in business rates. This has not been applied to this year's Accounts (2020-2021), as we are a Charity organisation and therefore are entitled to Mandatory Charitable Relief of 80%. We also receive a Discretionary Charitable relief on all our properties and therefore cannot see why this will not be the case on the Boat House. If no Discretionary discount is given then the liability from to the organisation will be the 20%, (£3,798.60). We can now can apply for grants from the local council for the Boathouse.
Finally, the Trustees have also trying to register the boat house to the local water company. We have applied £750 in this year's Account in case they try to charge for previous years. The Water company has now registered the site a as “GAP site” and therefore looking at installing a water metre in the coming months.
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Profit –
The overall profit was £26,796.98 compare with a budget loss of £419.85.
| Properties Container Rental Rental Community Engagement Discount Activities Cleaning Supplies Consumables/ Equipment Depreciation Electric Fire Alarms Gas Insurance Maintenance Lease Rates/Rent Telephone Waste Water Wi-Fi Projects Cleaner District Membership Fees/Grants Sub Total District Events Sub Total Explorers Sub Total Network Sub Total Active Support Sub Total |
As at: 31st March 2021 Actual Budget Variance Last Year (1,200) (1,200) 0 (1,200) (5,185) (21,210) 16,026 (28,148) 1,752 (2,000) 3,752 (1,160) 0 (3,000) 3,000 (752) 46 1,100 (1,054) 0 1,100 600 500 18 0 0 0 0 3,521 3,100 421 1,790 1,955 1,230 725 965 2,331 3,470 (1,139) 841 6,384 7,604 (1,220) 6,452 3,379 2,940 439 13,726 294 295 (1) 196 1,723 2,570 (847) 978 186 850 (664) 768 2,078 1,978 100 1,412 1,440 2,156 (716) 926 1,308 864 444 343 6,305 0 6,305 0 1,735 1,716 19 858 |
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| 29,151 3,063 26,088 (1,988) |
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| (54,679) (11,396) (43,283) (27,318) |
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| (344) 2,000 (2,344) 160 |
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| (4,126) 0 (4,126) 0 |
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| 0 0 0 0 |
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| 0 0 0 206 |
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District Other
| District Other | |
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| Sub Total Shop Sub Total Badges Sub Total Van Sub Total General Admin Expenses Sub Total Total Proft or Loss |
710 4,445 (3,735) 1,997 |
| 0 (50) 50 (437) |
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| 60 50 10 (193) |
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| 2,273 2,033 240 617 |
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| 157 275 (118) (337) |
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| (26,797) 420 (27,217) (27,292) |
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Balance sheet As at: 31[st] March 2021
FIXED ASSETS:
| 202 Danemead & HQ 205 VAN 500 Badge Shop Stock Total Fixed Assets: CURRENT ASSETS: 1100 Debtors Control Account 1204 Gangshow Bank 1205 Tigers ESU Bank 1206 Badge Shop Bank 1214 WF - Current Account - Lloyds 1215 WF - Saving Account - Lloyds 1217 Explorers Chingford A/C - Barclays 1218 WF - Saving - Barclays Business 1231 Beavers Cash 1234 Wingrove ESU Cash 1235 Badge Shop Cash 1237 Crocagator's ESU Bank 1239 Active Support Cash Float Total Current Assets: CURRENT LIABILITIES: 206 Depreciation of VAN 1300 Prepayments 2100 Creditors Control Account 2109 Accruals Total Current Liability: Current Assets less Current Liabilities: Fixed Assets + Current Assets less Current Liabilities: CAPITAL AND RESERVES: P&L Account 3012 Funds Held for Networks 3013 Funds Held for Explorer Units 3014 Funds Held for Beavers 3017 Funds Held for Gangshow 3020 Funds Held by WF Badges 3021 Funds Held for Int'l & Jamboree 3022 Funds Held for Active Support 3101 Retained Proft & Undistributed Reserves |
4,250.00 5,204.00 4,672.64 |
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| 14,126.64 | |
| 966.11 263.37 1,750.33 413.60 10,621.80 95,000.00 4,628.31 78,984.01 70.00 150.00 188.81 2,982.44 88.23 |
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| 196,107.01 | |
| 1,500.00 6,354.98 297.69 1,627.00 |
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| 9,779.67 | |
| 186,327.34 | |
| 200,453.98 | |
| 26,796.89 3,000.00 9,511.08 70.00 263.37 697.85 2,555.33 88.23 157,471.23 |
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Total Capital and Reserves:
200,453.98
The above balance sheet and accompanying Income & Expenditure account were
approved by the Trustees on: and signed on their behalf by:
Signed by Debbie Ladds, Chair
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER REPORT
Waltham Forest Scout District
I report on the accounts of the Waltham Forest Scout District (“The District”) for the period ending 31st March 2023. Which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet and related notes set out on pages 14-16.
This report is made solely to the trustees in accordance with Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011. My work has been undertaken so that I might state to the charity’s trustees those matters I am required to state to them in an Independent Examiner’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, I do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than The District and the District’s trustees for my examination work.
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The District’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. They consider that an audit is not required for this period (under Section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act)) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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Examine the accounts (under Section 145 of the Charities Act);
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To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners (under Section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act); and
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To state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
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Basis of Independent Examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by The District and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention
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which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements
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To keep accounting records in accordance with Section 130 of the Charities Act
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To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or
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To which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Name: Colin Batsford FCA
Address: 85 Mapleton Crescent, Enfield, EN3 5RD
Date:
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EXEMPTION FROM DISCLOSURES
No Names have been withheld or omitted from the Trustees Annual Report
FUND HELD AS CUSTODIAN TRUSTEES ON BEHALF OF OTHERS
Waltham Forest District Scouts does not hold any funds as custodian trustees.
SIGNED ACCOUNTS
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