BOOK-CYCLE • Trustee Report 2023-2024 .ia"TafL Book-cycle Charitable Trust: 1127078 7 West Street, Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom ee to 3001405 34cL4 www.book-cycle.org
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 Contents: Introduction Vision Chairman's Report. Personal Story Overseas Progress.. UK Progress Future Plans .13 18 23 Thanks -24 Figures Examiner's Report.. SOFA 25 27 28 Legal Info 31 Trustees: Anthony Mellin& Sakeenah Feghir, Jim Atherton.
Welcome Introduction Book-cycle is a UK based volunteer run charity. We seek to empower children worldwide through the provision of free books and educational resources. We also help reforest England by offering trees and information on sustainability. Book-cycle works in communities throughout the UK, establishing projects to encourage self-reliance through home food growing, community gardening and promoting wildlife through the planting of trees. We also provide seed banks and host a variety of workshops. Books are read and some are donaled to Book-Cy¢le Books are published and sent to High street shops Choose what to pay for p to 3 books per day Trees are felled for paper With your donations we furnlsh school Ilhrarxes over8ea8 Saplxngs grow into trees We als• plant Izees and give away seeds and sapllngs
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 2 Vision, Aims & Objectives Vision: Our vision is a world where everyone has the necessary tools for self-determination. Book-cycle believes education is a right and should not be a privilege. Likewise, education needs to be broadened to include our place in nature and how best we might learn from that. The Advancement of Education: To improve literacy and the love of learnin& by providing free access to books and information. The Planting of Trees: It seems only reasonable to balance our use of paper through the planting of trees. The Promotion of Perniaculture: To complete the circle of education and tree planting we hope to increase the awareness of our place within nature and how best we might use her wonderful designs. *X
Overview Chairman's Report "When you educate a girli you educate a nation." African proverb A sentiment I first heard echoed by the late Christopher Hitchens, who remarked, "The cure for poverty has a name, in fact: it's called the empowerment of women." Over the past 17 years, I have had the privilege of meeting and working with most, if not all, of the Book-cycle volunteers. Although I am always incredibly humbled by the dedication of all those who come to help week in and week out, I am often struck by the realisation that most of them happen to be women. On reflection, since its inception, Book-cycle has been home to a host of determined women; pillars of the community who have been and continue to be foundational within our charity. Although men underpin many of our activities, we seem to be the exception rather than the rule. Since its founding, Book-cycle has been shaped and sustained by a community of remarkable women. They have been the backbone of our charity, contributing in countless ways to its growth and success. This reality was brought into sharp focus earlier this year with the passing of Henrietta, a long-standing volunteer at our original Exeter branch. A close friend and a constant presence, for me and many in Exeter, she became from the early days an integral part of Book-cycle's story. Her presence, as constant as the books on our shelves, embodied the quiet dedication that has characterised so many of our female volunteers. From my own mother, Joan, who with others travelled to build libraries in Ghana as well as becoming a cornerstone of the Wigan branches, to Angela who managed to cycle from
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 Exeter to Rome to initiate our sister charity Book-cycle Italia, to one of our trustees; Sakeenah who has helped guide the charity from day one, and countless others, these women have become the indispensable and sometimes unseen architecture supporting our mission. Whilst reflecting on why women have been the primary driving force behind many of Book-cycle's achievements, I came across the work of Dr. James O'connell and Kristen Hawkes, at the University of Utah and their research on the "Grandmother Hypothesis" which suggests that grandmothers play a crucial role in human evolution. The prolonged lifespan of women beyond their reproductive years is believed to have evolved primarily to support and care for their grandchildren. This intergenerational support enhances survival rates by passing down valuable knowledge about food sources, medicinal plants, and survival skills, strengthening social bonds within families and communities. This phenomenon is only known in two other species; orcas and pilot whales. While national volunteering rates show only modest gender differences, Book-cycle's volunteer base is predominantly female, with women comprising approximately seventy percent of our dedicated team. This striking imbalance suggests something deeper than mere coincidence - perhaps an expression of biology and ancient wisdom that recognises the fundamental connection between women, education, and societal progress. Likewise, the impact of educating girls and ensuring they remain in school cannot be overstated. Although literacy rates for girls have improved significantly over the past
Overview few decades, many challenges remain. According to UNESCO, 129 million girls worldwide are still out of school, and in some regions, fewer than 20 % of girls complete secondary education. Yet, the benefits of educating girls are profound and far-reaching. Studies show that for every additional year a girl stays in school, her future income increases by up to 20 %. Educated girls are more Iikely to marry later, have fewer children, and provide better healthcare and education for their families. Moreover, communities with higher rates of female literacy experience lower poverty rates, improved public health, and greater economic stability. Educated women are more likely to participate in decision-making processes, advocate for social change, and contribute to the development of their communities (OECD). In short, investing in girls, education creates a ripple effect that transforms societies. At Book-cycle, we are proud to play a small but meaningful role in this global effort. By providing access to books and educational resources, we help empower girls and women to reach their full potential to hopefully become part of that chain of knowledge custodians that our volunteers so clearly embody. By elevating Book-cycle's mission from a simple charitable endeavour to something profoundly significant: a continuation of humanity's oldest and most essential tradition-the passing of wisdom from one generation to the next. Guided by the steady hands and determined hearts of many women, we recognise that in educating others, we truly educate nations. Anthony Melling Chairman and Founder
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 6 Personal Story The Role of Women within Book-cycle As noted above, the role of women in education appears to be foundational for our species. This is clearly reflected in the demographics of Book-cycle, where many women have taken leading roles within the organisation-perhaps not by chance. Though there are too many to mention, what follows is a very brief snapshot of just some of their stories and adventures.
Personal Story We sadly lost several volunteers this year, one of whom was Henrietta. By all accounts, she had lived an exceptional life-having been part of Haight-Ashbury in the '60s, helping to smuggle Solzhenitsyn's manuscripts from behind the Iron Curtain, and even hosting Ian Dury as a lodger whilst living in London. Yet, she remained remarkably modest about these experiences. Over the years, Hetty became an integral part of the Exeter community and Book-cycle in particular, dedicating many years to the charity, driven by her love of books and her deep connection to our philosophy. This year also saw the first book consignments sent to Zimbabwe in over a decade-an effort inspired and facilitated by Henrietta's son, Ossian, who has strong ties to the country from their extensive travels together. Other notable figures from Book-cycle's inception include Bernie, the former proprietor of West Street, whose suggestion led to the establishment of our first shop. Likewise, the early years were significantly shaped by individuals such as Helen, Ari, Di Wandelt-one of our first trustees-and of course, Sakeenah, a trustee who remains a driving force within Book-cycle. Another unforgettable chapter-often referenced in trustee reports-is Angela's epic cycling journey from Exeter to Rome with Kiwi Craig. After years of assisting in the Exeter shop, they embarked on their adventure to Italy, eventually founding the sister charity, Book-cycle Italia. Their first base was "il Grande Cocomero" in Rome's San Lorenzo district before expanding to a beautiful shop in Torpignattara. Both locations continue to thrive, upholding the same ethos and mission as Book-cycle UK.
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Personal Story It is also worth highlighting the remarkable women and unique circumstances that came together to establish Book-cycle's second outlet over 13 years ago. At the time, Beech Hill Library was marked for closure, and the local community was given the chance to take over its operation. It happened to be the first library Anthony visited, brought there twice a week by his grandmother, who lived just a few streets away. Meanwhile, Book-cycle had already been successfully running its "free bookshop" in Exeter for several years when Anthony's mother, Joan, suggested that the organisation might be able to help. Over the following months, a dedicated group-including Joan Melling, Joan Edwards, Fiona Miles, Jacqui, and Denise, to name just a few-helped generate the momentum needed to establish what would become Book-cycle Beech Hill. Phyll Cullen, one of our most steadfast advocates, played a pivotal role in its opening and ongoing development. As a councillor, she ensured Book-cycle remained supported within her ward, and as Mayor, she inaugurated many of our Northern branches. Science teacher Hazel Duffy was instrumental in fostering connections between Rainford High and one of our longest-standing partner charities, Thrive Africa. Her contribution extended beyond fundraising-she played a key role in several international volunteer excursions, including our 2016 journey with 16 Book-cycle volunteers to Ghana. From Julie who helped to establish our online bookshop to Sue Winstanley who managed to secure ongoing
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 10 contributions from The Body Shop and still helps with Macmillan coffee mornings, the women at Book-cycle Beech Hill are indicative of all our branches. i! Each Book-cycle has a strong cohort of women at the helm who, like their ancestral counterparts, are driven by an innate imperative to preserve and transmit knowledge, to nurture learning, and to strengthen the bonds of community through education. They are not just taking part in a charitable effort but actively contributing to a meaningful legacy of culknral preservation that resonates across generations.
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Overseas Progress Overseas Progress 13 The deepened collaboration with our partners at World of Books has enabled us to distribute an additional 120,000 books through three container shipments over the course of the year. These vital educational resources reached communities across West Africa, further solidifying our partnerships with To Live in Hope in Ghana and African Rural Volunteers and the Center for Youth & Sustainable Development in Lagos, Nigeria. ..K[-Tr The two container shipments to Nigeria have been instrumental in supporting numerous schools and educational initiatives across Lagos and its surrounding regions. Books have already been delivered to facilities such as Guided Treasures Children School (Awoyaya), Afubram Private School (Ijegun), The Giving Tree School
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 14 (Ayobo), and Oakwood Academy (Ikorodu). The estimated 80,000 books provided will enable Evans Aguiyi and his team to continue their invaluable work, delivering crucial learning Materials to under-served communities. This builds on a decade-long partnership with ARV & CYSD, which began in 2013 with our first pallet shipment of 2,000 books. Similarly, our long-standing relationships in Ghana reached a new milestone this year with the dispatch of our Ilth container shipment to Tema. Since 2010, organisations including Thrive Africa, Enliven Mama Africa, and To Live in Hope, have facilitated the distribution of over half a million books. These efforts have contributed to the establishment of more than 1,800 libraries and ICT labs in schools and communities across the country.
Overseas Progress Additionally, secondary schools in Wigan have generously donated surplus computer equipment, furthering the impact of these projects. 15 In Zimbabwe, we delivered five pallets containing 10,000 books, greatly enhancing our contribution to educational progress in the region. This year marked a heartfelt renewal of our efforts in the country, inspired by the legacy of the late Henrietta and her son Ossian. Earlier in the year, we established valuable new connections through Sean Mullens, who played a pivotal role in distributing many of these books to communities in need. One of the recipients named their library "Aunty Hetty's Library" in a touching tribute to Ossian's mother, adding a beautiful new chapter to this ongoing story of connection and support. MissION V151014 GCSE P<)9 GCSE
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 16ci oser to home, our Book-cycle outlet in Rome, affectionately known as the House of Priceless Books (Book-cycle Il Ri-ciclo del Libro), continues to thrive as an engaging hub for the local community. The dedicated volunteers of Book-cycle Italia have fostered a vibrant literary culture by organising reading groups, curating workshops on screenwriting and film directing, and hosting visits from local schools to promote our ethos and aims. Their monthly newsletters keep the community informed about Book-cycle's events and charitable progress, ensuring that the love of books remains alive and well in the Torpignattara area. 17 -11. Throughout the year, educational books were shipped to partner charities across Europe, including Russia and Sicily, as well as to communities throughout Italy. Internationally, books found their way to Libya, the Caucasus, and even Uganda via Milan, thanks to connections made by the Rome-based volunteers.
Overseas Progress In total, over 4,000 books were dispatched across 19 shipments, increasing book distribution by one third compared to the previous year's activities. These shipments also included bicycles, electronic devices, toys, and disability aids, generously donated by Insieme Per il Riuso (Together for Reuse), an organisation dedicated to collecting and redistributing reusable items to charitable and community groups in Rome. 17 Collectively, these efforts highlight Book-cycle's dedication to promoting education, literacy, and community development worldwide. p'_. •4.
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 18 UK Progress Exeter's online bookshop maintained a steady momentum throughout the year. Numerous collectible books were listed on our digital shopfront, enabling us to reach a wider audience while generating additional revenue from sales. Due to the success of this initiative, we plan to offer more support to our volunteers, helping them further develop their skills in managing these tasks on a daily basis. Summer highlights featured pop~up stalls at the Fore Street Flea events, as well as our book marquee at the 26th Exeter Respect Festival, celebrating diversity and equality in the city. Volunteers worked hard to prepare over 3,000 books, which filled our traveling bookshop for the two-day event at Belmont Park. EIER KEI •<< EXÈTER
UK Progress Book-cycle branches across the North West of England continue to engage and inspire locals through an assorted range of events and community groups. Our in-house fundraising efforts featured Summer and Christmas Fayres, showcasing an array of creative crafts and unique designs from talented local artists and makers. These gatherings were enriched by live entertainment, including music and interactive activities, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere. 19 Numerous community groups have also taken root at Book-cycle outlets, offering spaces for innovation, learnin& and connection. Photography, sewing, and craft classes bring together creative-minded individuals to exchange skills, share ideas, and collaborate on projects. Meanwhile, reading, language and political groups provide valuable opportunities to local residents looking to engage or expand on such topics. li
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 20 Wellbeing and men's mental health groups offered a supportive environment for nurturing the mind, body, and soul, encouraging open discussions on personal mental and physical wellbeing among kindred spirits. These groups are open to all, with a particular focus on supporting those who may experience social isolation, such as the elderly, by offering companionship, an inviting space, and a listening ear. Ir 111 li //1/ Book-cycle Orrell marked its 10th anniversary with a special celebration by offering heritage fruit trees to local groups at the Summer Fayre, cultivating sustainability and fostering connections, all while reflecting on a decade of community engagement and growth. This year's World Book Day brought much joy to the winners of the Maharishi School competition, who left the shop with armfuls of book prizes and beaming smiles.
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Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 Book-cycle Leigh had an incredible start, laundiing one of the largest second-hand bookshops in the UK. However, our pop-up space was short-lived, and after just a year, the doors of this beautiful bookshop had to close. Despite its brief run, it attracted a devoted following, with visitors traveling from as far as Wales and Yorkshire just to explore our shelves. This year also brought a fantastic addition to the Book-cycle family, with over 50 volunteers from the Leigh borough joining our efforts. As with all Book-cycle branches, it became a hub for the town's best and brightest-bringing together like-minded individuals and forging new friendships. Now, once again, Book-cycle is on the lookout for new spaces and fresh opportunities to continue its mission.
Future Plans Future Plans 23 "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." Eleanor Roosevelt Book-cycle occupies that liminal state between crystallising dreams and ambitions whilst being caught in the flow of fate and the world. Over the years, many of our aspirations have come to fruition, while others remain on the horizon-ideas waiting for the right moment to take shape. From dual-language publishing to help preserve the nearly 1,000 lansuages on the brink of extinction to acquiring land for a free Permaculture teaching space, our loftier ambitions often give way to more immediate, practical needs. At present, securing stronger leases for our outlets and improving access to training guides and resources for our volunteers and beneficiaries take precedence. While we continue to dream big, much of Book-cycle's work revolves around managing properties-both their upkeep and their acquisition. Our primary source of funding remains the generous donations for books at our shops, but in the near future, we will likely need to explore grant applications to address larger financial challenges. From making the Beech Hill washroom facilities more accessible for those with disabilities to the almost church-like need to repair roofs and maintain aging buildings, these seemingly mundane projects are essential for ensuring the charity's longevity and ongoing community engagement.
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 24 The recent transformation of Wigan town centre into a construction site, along with the loss of our Leigh space at Spinning Gate Shopping Centre, meant another major relocation-moving thousands of books, shelves, tools, and supplies. This increasingly demanding process highlights the urgent need for more permanent locations. Our most crucial goal for the coming year is to establish lasting spaces-not only to reduce the strain of constant moves but to lay down the roots necessary for sustained growth and long-term success. Thanks As Howard Zinn so eloquently put it, "Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world." This truth is at the heart of everything we do at Book-cycle. The dedication, generosity, and enthusiasm we receive make it possible for us to further our charitable aims-promoting literacy, sustainability, and access to knowledge for communities both near and far. Whether you have devoted your time as a volunteer, donated resources, browsed our shelves, or simply shared our vision with others, your involvement has been essential. Every purchase made in our shops,
Figures every book passed on, and every moment given to helping others, directly contributes to expanding opportunities for those in need. Through your kindness, we continue to establish libraries, equip schools, and create welcoming spaces that inspire learning and connection. 25 We are truly grateful for your continued commitment and support, which enables us to reach further and achieve more. Thanks to you, Book-cycle remains a thriving initiative, changing lives one book at a time. Figures This year, income saw an overall decline, primarily due to the temporary closure of Book-cycle Leigh, resulting in a £35,642 decrease for the financial year ending March 2024. On the expenditure side, general running costs were reduced by £48,994, with over 60 % of this decrease attributed to premises-related expenses. Additional savings were made in areas such as transport and equipment costs. Spending on overseas projects, including book shipments to partner charities, was reduced by £6,118.
Book-cycle Annual Trustee Report 2023-2024 26 However, despite this contraction, we successfully distributed a comparable number of books to the previous year, ensuring global projects continued to benefit. As always, we remain committed to minimising operational costs across all areas to maximise the reach and impact of our initiatives Income: £105,715 Expenditure: £92,725 57.901 Book-Cyc(e Expenditure '23 '24 Volunteers Eqviprnent Overseès Trees £120 £3,353 £747 Adrnin Publicity Fundraising prernises Transport other 180 2.947 12,4Y78 7.777 2.099 4,723 97p in every pound is spent on our charitable activities www.book-cycle.org
Inde ndent examiner's re ort to the trnstees of the BOOKCYCLE I report on the accounts of the Trust for the year ended 31st March 2024, which are set out on pages 1 to3_ The charty's trustees are responsible for the weparatton of the accounts. The chafivs tNstees consider that an audrt is not required for this year under sectton 144(2) of the Charilies Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent eminatI)n is fteeded. It my re5ponsibilrty to.. èxamine the accounts under sect'on 145 of the 2011 Act,. to follow the prwedure5 laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5llbl of Ihe 2011 ACL and to slate whether parb"cular matters have come to my attention. My examination was carried out in aCcrdan wth the general Directions gNen by the Chanty Commission. An examinatn includes a review of the accounting fwds kept by the charity and comparison of the acUnts presented with those rers.11 also includes consid6rats.ors of any unusual items or disdosures in the accounts. and seeking explanatwjns from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures Lsndertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as lo whether the accounts present a 'true and fair vw, and the report is limited lo those matters sel out in Ihe stalement below. In connection with my examinatton. no matter has come to my attention.. (l) which give5 me reasonable cause to believe that In any materlal respect the requlrement>" to keep accounting records in acmrdance with sec 130 of the 2011 Irt" and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Art have not been met." or {21 to which, in my opinion, attentth)A should be drawn order to enable a proper UEKlerstanding of the accounts to be reached. Name: Alan G Kehoe Relevant professional qualification or body.. Accountant Address: 36 Gillibrand Street, Chorley, Lancs. PR7 2BZ Date: 27th January 2025
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Receipts & Payments Account Year Ending 31 March 2024
| Other Transport Publicity Equipment Premises Fundraising Overseas Trees Add. UK Projects Volunteers Admin Other Net receipts for the year Transfer Loans other Branches Cash & Bank balances 31 March 2024 Gross Receipts Less Expenses Cash & Bank balances 1 April 2023 Donations |
£ 7,777 4,723 3,353 57,901 2,947 12,878 747 - 120 2,099 180 |
£ 89,965 15,750 105,715 92,725 12,990 229,135 - 242,125 |
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Statement of Assets & Liabilities Year Ending 31 March 2024
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Current Assets Cash and bank balances 31 March 2024
Cash and bank balances 31 March 2024 242,125 242,125 Net Assets 242,125 Capital Account Balance at start of period 229,135 Transfer loans to other branches - Net receipts / (payments) 12,990 242,125
Notes to the Accounts
Receipts
Donations Receipts from Book-Cycle outlets, 'shelf-cycles', events & private donations Other Income Bank interest, book recycling, online book sales, refunds, storage fees and funding grants
Payments
Transport Vehicle purchase, tax, insurance, fuel, maintenance, parking / fines and volunteer travel, transport logisitics Publicity Website, printing (posters / leaflets etc), online ads, signage, BC clothing Equipment Shop sundries, stationery, cleaning supplies, DIY equipment (tools, paint, hardware etc), IT & Comms equipment and volunteer meetings Premises Rent & insurances, business rates & service charges, utilities, broadband & telephone, maintenance, Giffgaff, TRASH, fire safety checks & certificates Fundraising Event fees & equipment, signs, printing and online ads for events, provisions for food sales Overseas Shipping costs, courier and packaging costs, customs / port legal fees Trees Projects Volunteers Courses, training and certificates Admin Trustee meetings, public & employer's liabiity insurances & fees, postage Other Waste / recycling charges, bank charges Restricted Grants / specific project money Funds Unrestricted Funds
Legal Information Charity Name: Registered Charity Number: Registered Address of Charity: Named Trustees: Book-cycle 1127078 7 West St, Exeter, Devon. EX1 1BB Mr. Anthony Melling Ms. Sakeenah Feghir Mr. James Atherton Governance and Structure. Constitution: Trust Deed dated 17th day of September 2008 Appointment of Trustees: (1) There shall be at least three Trustees. Every future trustee shall be appointed by a resolution of the trustees passed at a special meeting called under clause K. {2) In selecting persons to be appointed as trustees, the trustees shall take into account the benefits of appointing a person who is able by virtue of his or her personal or professional qualifications to make a contribution to the pursuit of the objects or the management of the Charity. {3) When any new trustee is appointed the trustees shall ensure that any land belonging to the Charity which is not vested or about to be vested in the Official Custodial for Charities or in a custodian trustee and all other property of the Charity which is not vested or about to be vested in the Official Custodian of Charities, a custodian trustee or a nominee is effectively vested in the persons who are the trustees following such appointment. (4) If for any reason trustees cannot be appointed in accordance with the forgoing positions the statutory power of appointing new or additional trustees shall be exercisable. Eligibility for Trustee: (1) No person shall be appointed as trustee- (a) unless he or she has attained the age of 18 years. or (b) in circumstances such that, had he or she already been a trustee, he or she would have been disqualified from office under the provisions of the following clause. (2) No person shall be entitled to act as a trustee whether on a first or on any
subsequent entry into office until after signing in the minute book of the trustees a declaration of acceptance and willingness to act in the trusts of the Charity Determination of Trusteeship: A trustee shall cease to hold Offi if he or she., {1) is disqualified from acting as a trustee by virtue of section 45 of the Charities Act 1992 (or any statutory re-enactment or modification of that provision)., (2) becomes incapable by reason of mental disorder, illness or injury of managing and administering his or her own affairs; (3) is absent without the permission of the trustees from all their meetings held within a period of six months and the trustees resolve that his or her office be vacated- {4) notifies to the trustees a wish to resign (but only if at least trustees will remain in office when the noti of resignation is to take effect). Vacancies: If a vacancy occurs the trustees shall note the fact in their minute book at their next meeting. Any eligible trustee may be re-appointed. So long as there shall be fewer than two trustees none of the powers or discretions hereby or by law vested in the trustees shall be exercisable except for the purpose of appointing a new trustee or trustees. Powers & Restrictions of Trustees. Powers: In furtherance of the objects but not otherwise the trustees may exercise any of the following powers.. (i) to raise funds and invite and receive contributions. (li) to buy, take on lease or in exchange, hire or otherwise acquire any property necessary for the achievement of the objects and to maintain and equip it for use., (iii) subject to any consents required by law to sell, lease or otheNise dispose of all or any part of the propety comprised in the trust fund., (iv) to co-operate with other charities, voluntary bodies and statutory authorities operating in furtherance of the objects of similar charitable purposes and to exchange information and advi with them. (v} to establish or support any charitable trusts, associations or institutions formed for the objects or any of them. (vi) to appoint and constitute such advisory committees as the trustees may think fit.,
(viii) to employ such staff (who shall not be trustees} as are necessary for the proper pursuit of the objects and to make all reasonable and neSSary provision for the payment of pensions and superannuation to staff and their dependants- (ix) to set aside income as a reserve against future expenditure, but only in accordance with the written policy about reserves. {x} to delegate to any one or more of the trustees the transaction of any business or the performance of any act required to be transacted or performed in the execution of the trusts of the Charity and which is within the professional or business competence of such trustee or trustees,. Provided that the trustees shall exercise reasonable supervision over any trustee or trustees acting on their behalf under this provision and shall ensure that all their acts and proceeding are fully and promptly reported to them., (xi) to do all such other lawful things as are necessary for the achievement of the objects. The Trustees May Not: Buy goods or services from the charity. Sell goods or services or any interest in land or propety to the charity. Charge the whole or any part of the assets belonging to the Charity as security for repayment of money borrowed on behalf of the Charity. Borrow money on behalf of the Charity. Be employed by or receive any remuneration from the Charity except for reasonable expenses incurred when acting on behalf of the Charity. Lend money to the Charity.