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2024-12-31-accounts

CHARITY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 1127406

THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF

ST BARTHOLOMEW, BINLEY, COVENTRY

ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS 31 DECEMBER 2024

THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF BINLEY, COVENTRY

ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Contents Page
Trustees’ Annual Report 1
Independent Examiner’s Report 6
Statement of Financial Activities 7
Aggregated Balance Sheet 8
Notes to the financial statements 9

THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF BINLEY, COVENTRY

TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

The annual report is a summary of what the PCC and the church, as a whole has done over the year.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

The primary objective of St. Bartholomew’s PCC, charity registration number 1127406, is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England, and also to fulfil the Mission Statement of the Church which is: “to know God better, to be wholly filled with His love, and to share this love with others.” The PCC has the responsibility of co-operating with the incumbent in promoting (in the ecclesiastical parish), the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical.

The trustees have paid due regard to the Charity Commission guidance on public benefit in respect of the objectives and activities of the charity.

Trustees and members of the PCC are as follows:

Trustees and members of the PCC are as follows:
Name Appointment
Rev.Jonathan Taylor Vicar
Rev. James Bremner Curate and PCC Vice Chair
Alison Grimwood Church Warden
Steve Bird Church Warden
Brian Slater
AdeAderibigbe
Yemi Aderibigbe Resigned April 2024
Ray Schoolar Treasurer
Rachael Sherry
Carolyn Murray
JohnOwen
Marian Owen
Karan Mayo
Kim Martin Resigned April 2024
Gavin Holmes -Wilson Deanery Synod Representative – appointed September
2024
Beth Allen PCC Secretary

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Membership of the PCC is determined under the Church Representation Rules and consists of the incumbent, the churchwardens, members of the Deanery Synod and members of the church who are elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM).

Members are warmly encouraged to stand for election to the PCC and we try to ensure a balance of skills and experience where possible.

The charity is governed by the Parochial Church Council Powers Measure (1956) as amended and church representation rules.

ADDRESS -

St Bartholomew's Church Brinklow Road Binley Coventry, CV3 2AB

CHURCH ATTENDANCE

In the year ending April 2024 there were 139 names on the Church Electoral Roll. 116 are resident the Parish and 23 are non-resident. Three names were added and eight removed from the register.

The average weekly attendance of adults at Sunday Services is 62 adults. Services on Thursday average 22 adults.

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF BINLEY, COVENTRY TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

REVIEW OF THE YEAR

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF BINLEY, COVENTRY TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

FABRIC & FINANCE

MINISTRY

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF BINLEY, COVENTRY TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

MISSION

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES

SAFEGUARDING

The PCC takes safeguarding very seriously, recognising that it is the responsibility of all church members to be aware of potential issues, and that procedures cover both children and vulnerable adults. On behalf of the church, the PSO keeps the Parish Dashboard and the Safeguarding Hub up to date, this ensures that church volunteers are recruited according to the Safer Recruitment and People Management Process and that they are up to date with DBS and training requirements. The PSO also ensures there is safeguarding information displayed in the church and church hall which includes guidance and relevant telephone numbers

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF BINLEY, COVENTRY TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

FINANCIAL REVIEW

The income of the Church arises principally from voluntary donations by members. Total incoming resources for the year, as shown on page 7, amounted to £104,908 made up of £668 from funds restricted for purposes specified by the donors and £104,240 of funds for use at the Church's discretion.

The reserves policy of the trustees is to maintain sufficient funds for the ongoing activities of the Church. The normal fluctuations in income and expenditure indicate reserves for this purpose equal to the 3 months of the unrestricted resources expended, which equates to approximately £24,000. Unrestricted funds at 31 December 2024 are greater than this amounting to £47,737. The trustees are monitoring the financial situation.

On behalf of the Council

Rev. Jonathan Taylor

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF THE ECCLESIASTICAL PARISH OF BINLEY, COVENTRY

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

I report on the Financial Statements of the Parochial Church of St Bartholomew, Binley, Coventry, for the year ended 31 December 2024, set out on the following pages.

RESPECTIVE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE PCC AND EXAMINER

The members of the PCC are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements. They consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.

I report in respect of my examination on the PCC's financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S STATEMENT

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Wende Ann Hubbard FCCA

Burgis and Bullock 23 -23 Waterloo place Leamington Spa CV32 5LA

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST BARTHOLOMEW BINLEY COVENTRY

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES for the Year Ended 31 December 2024

Note
Incoming Resources
Incoming Resources from Donors
2
Incoming Resources from Operating Activities
to further PCC objectives
3
to generate funds
4
Other Voluntary Incoming Resources
5
Income from Investment
6
Total Incoming Resources
Resources Expended
Grants
7
Activities directly relating to the work of the church
8
Church Management and Administration
9
Total Resources Expended
Net Movement in Funds
Balances brought forward at 1 January 2024
Balances carried forward at 31 December 2024
Unrestricted
Funds
£

79,563

17,639

6,581

-

457
104,240

2,263

97,385

1,145
100,793
3,447
44,290
47,737
Unrestricted
Funds
£

79,563

17,639

6,581

-

457
104,240

2,263

97,385

1,145
100,793
3,447
44,290
47,737
Restricted Restricted Designated Designated Total
Funds
2024
£
79,563
17,639
6,581
668
457
104,908
3,313
91,779
1,145
96,237
8,671
48,422
57,093
Total
Funds
2023
£
76,692
22,479
6,615
663
126
106,575
2,324
86,008
770
89,102
17,473
30,949
48,422
Funds
£
79,563
17,639
6,581
-
457
104,240
2,263
97,385
1,145
100,793
3,447
44,290
47,737
Funds
£
-
-
-
668
-
668
1,050
(5,606)
-
(4,556)
5,224
4,132
9,356
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

Income from donations was £79,563 (2023 - £76,692), of which £nil (2022 - £nil) related to Restricted Funds. Income from other voluntary resources was £668 (2023-£663) all of which was restricted. All other income was unrestricted in 2024 and 2023.

Grants payable was £3,313 (2023-£2,324) of which £1,050 (2023- £nil) was restricted. Activities directly relating to the work of the church totalled £91,779 (2023-£86,008) of which £(5,606) (2023: £400) was restricted.

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OF ST. BARTHOLOMEW , BINLEY , COVENTRY

AGGREGATED BALANCE SHEET as at 31 December 2024

Current Assets
Debtors
Accrued Income
Gift aid receivable
Monetary Assets
Cash at Bank
Cash in Hand
Total Current Assets
Liabilities: Amounts falling due within one year
Creditors
Payments received in Advance
Accrued Expenses
Net Assets
Unrestricted
Funds
£
507
4,024
4,531
45,767
-
45,767
50,298
(100)
(2,461)
(2,561)
47,737
Restricted
Funds
£
-
-
-
9,356
-
9,356
9,356
-
-
-
9,356
Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
Funds
2024
£
507
4,024
4,531
55,123
-
55,123
59,654
(100)
(2,461)
(2,561)
57,093
Total
Funds
2023
£
-
3,971
3,971
53,698
53,698
57,669
(744)
(8,503)
(9,247)
48,422
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

The financial statements were approved by the Parochial Church Council on …................ and were signed on its behalf by:

Rev Jonathan Taylor - Vicar

Ray Schoolar - Treasurer

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH OF ST BARTHOLOMEW BINLEY COVENTRY

NOTES TO THE AGGREGATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 December 2024

1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES

(a) Financial Statements

The Parish is an unincorporated charity registered in England and Wales. The charity registration number and registered address are shown on page 1 of the annual report and financial statements.

Basis of preparation of Financial Statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or at transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant notes to these accounts. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) issued 2019,Church Accounting Regulations and the Charities Act 2011.

The financial statements have been prepared to give 'a true and fair view' and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required toprovide a' true and fair view'. This departure has involved following the Accounting and Reporting by Charities Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland(FRS102) issued 2019.

The accounts are presented in sterling rounded to the nearest pound.

The PCC constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS102.

(b) Funds

General Funds represent the funds of the PCC that are not subject to any restrictions regarding their use and are available for application on the general purposes of the PCC.

Funds designated for a particular purpose by the PCC are also unrestricted.

Restricted Funds represent resources received and allocated according to limitation on their use specified by donors or other providers. Further details of restricted are shown in notes to the accounts.

The accounts include all the transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible in law. They do not include the accounts of church groups that owe their main affiliation to another body or those that are informal gatherings of church members.

(c) Going Concern The PCC considered it appropriate to prepare the Financial Statements on a going concern basis. The going concern basis presumes that St.Bartholomew Church has adequate resources to remain in operation, and that the PCC intend it to do so, for at least one year from the date the Financial Statements are signed.

(d) Donations Legacies and Charitable Activities Income is recognised when the PCC is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Collections are recognised when received by or on behalf of the PCC. Planned giving receivable under Gift Aid is recognised only when received.

Income tax recoverable on Gift Aid donations is recognised when the income is recognised. Grants and legacies to the PCC are accounted for as soon as the PCC is notified of its legal entitlement , the amount due is quantifiable and its ultimate receipt by the PCC is reasonably certain.

Income raised from fund-raising events is accounted for gross.

Income from Investments

Dividends are accounted for when receivable.

Tax recoverable on such income is recognised in the same accounting year. Interest entitlements are accrued on a daily basis.

Other Income

Rental income from the letting of church premises is recognised when the rental is due.

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH OF ST BARTHOLOMEW BINLEY COVENTRY

NOTES TO THE AGGREGATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 December 2024 - continued

(e) Expenditure

All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis. Irrecoverable VAT is charged with relevant expenditure. Expenditure is recognised where there is a legal or constructive obligation to make payments to third parties, it is probable that the settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Grants payable to third parties are within the charitable objectives. Where unconditional grants are offered, this is accrued as soon as the recipient is notified of the grant, as this gives rise to a reasonable expectation that the recipient will receive the grants. Where grants are conditional relating to performance then the grant is only accrued when any unfulfilled conditions are outside of the control of the charity

The parish share is accounted for when payable. Any share unpaid at 31 December is provided for in these accounts as an operational (though not legal) liability and is shown as a creditor in the Balance Sheet.

(f) Fixed Assets

Consecrated property and movable church furnishings Consecrated and beneficed property of any kind is excluded from the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act 2011.

These have not been disclosed in the PCC balance sheet as the true valuation of assets needs further consideration by the PCC.

(g) Current assets

Amounts owing to the PCC at 31st December for fees, rents or other income are shown as debtors. Cash at bank is held on current and deposit account at short maturity of seven days.

(h) Liabilities: amounts falling due within one year

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the PCC to that expenditure, it is probable that settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Deferred income relates to deposits received in advance

The PCC only had financial assets and liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments.

Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at their transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value.

INCOMING RESOURCES
2 Incoming Resources from Donors
Giving qualifying for Gift Aid
Giving not qualifying for Gift Aid
Gift Aid claimed
Sundry Donations
3 Incoming Resources from Operating Activities
to further PCC Objectives
Church Hall Lettings
Wedding/Funeral fees
Miscellaneous
Flower fees
4 Incoming Resources from Operating Activities
to generate funds
Fundraising Activities
5 Other Voluntary Incoming Resources
Donations - World Mission
6 Income from Investments
Bank Interest
TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES
Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
Funds
2024
£
59,062
3,749
15,271
1,481
79,563
9,799
5,809
1,374
657
17,639
6,581
6,581
668
668
457
457
104,908
Total
Funds
2023
£
56,366
3,591
14,730
2,005
76,692
9,880
9,012
3,417
170
22,479
6,615
6,615
663
663
126
126
106,575
Funds
£
59,062
3,749
15,271
1,481
79,563
9,799
5,809
1,374
657
17,639
6,581
6,581
-
-
457
457
104,240
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
668
668
-
-
668
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH OF ST BARTHOLOMEW BINLEY COVENTRY

NOTES TO THE AGGREGATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 December 2024 (continued)

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RESOURCES EXPENDED
Grants, Missionary and Charitable Giving
Home Mission
World Mission
Other external charitable giving
International Mission to Jewish People
Hope Coventry
Children's Society
Intercontinental Church
Activities directly relating to the work of the church
Ministry - Diocesan Parish Quota
Ministry - Clergy/Parish Expenses
Wedding/funeral Diocese fees
Administrator Pay
Youth Resources
Church Repairs and Renewals
Outreach
Church Hall (maintenance, cleaning)
Utilities (electricity, telecoms, insurance)
Sundries
Church Management and Administration
Printing, Stationery and Postage
Independent Examiners Remuneration
TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED
NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Grants to institutions comprise:
Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
Funds
2024
£
2,263
1,050
-
3,313
Total
Funds
2024
£
-
2,041
222
-
2,263
55,000
55
3,139
7,488
25
1,679
1,847
12,324
6,616
3,606
91,779
125
1,020
1,145
96,237
8,671
Total
Funds
2023
£
2,324
-
-
2,324
Total
Funds
2023
£
306
1,500
118
400
2,324
55,000
80
3,319
4,992
396
2,037
1,974
9,379
3,662
5,169
86,008
120
650
770
89,102
17,473
Funds
£
2,263
-
-
2,263
Unrestricted
Funds
£
-
1,050
-
1,050
Restricted
Funds
£
-
2,041
222
-
2,263
55,000
55
3,139
7,488
25
1,679
1,847
17,930
6,616
3,606
97,385
125
1,020
1,145
100,793
3,447
-
-
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(5,606)
-
-
5,606

-
-
4,556

5,224
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH OF ST BARTHOLOMEW BINLEY COVENTRY

NOTES TO THE AGGREGATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 December 2024 (continued)

OTHER DISCLOSURES
10 Individual Fund Analysis
PCC
Cash in Hand
Cash at Bank
Total PCC Cash
Debtors and Prepayments
Payments Received in Advance
Accrued Expenses
Church Hall
Cash at Bank
Debtors and Prepayments
World Mission
Cash at Bank
Total Monetary Assets
Summary
Parish Church Council
Church Hall
World Mission
Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Designated
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Total
Funds
2024
£
-
32,309
32,309
4,201
(100)
(2,461)
33,949
21,000
330
21,330
1,814
1,814
57,093
39,555
15,724
1,814
57,093
Total
Funds
2023
£
-
34,555
34,555
3,971
(744)
(8,503)
(5,276)
16,947
16,947
2,196
2,196
48,422
29,379
16,947
2,196
48,522
Funds
£
-
30,373
30,373
4,201
(100)
(2,461)
32,013
15,394
330
15,724
-
-
47,737
32,013
15,724
-
47,737
Funds
£
-
1,936
1,936
-
-
1,936
5,606
5,606
1,814
1,814
9,356
7,542
-
1,814
9,356
Funds
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-

Parish Church Council General funds held by the PCC for handling regular church receipt and payment matters. PCC restricted funds includes funds raised for the Kitchen refurbishment project Church Hall Funds held separately for ease of administration only held by the Church Hall Committee to deal with hire fees receivable and regular hall expenses. Noted that these funds can be used without restriction by the PCC. World Mission Funds allocated to the sub-committee for World Mission to determine distribution.

11 Fixed Assets

These have not been disclosed in the PCC balance sheet as the true valuation of assets needs further consideration by the PCC.

Church Hall - Building Cost unknown, replacement value for insurance purposes £655,000. Church Hall - Contents, Church hall equipment/improvements have been written off in the year of purchase. Although there is considerable value in property controlled by the PCC it should be recognised that these market values could not be realised, as the assets are essential to the workings of the Parish, and if disposed of would need to be replaced at an equivalent cost. Other furniture, fixtures and fittings, church office equipment/churchyard equipment have been written off in the corresponding year of purchase.

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THE PAROCHIAL CHURCH OF ST BARTHOLOMEW BINLEY COVENTRY

NOTES TO THE AGGREGATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS for the year ended 31 December 2024 (continued)

OTHER DISCLOSURES (continued)

12 Charitable Commitments

There were outstanding charitable commitments of £nil (2023 - £nil).

13 Capital Commitments

At the year end there were capital commitments not provided in the accounts of £nil (2023 - £nil).

14 Independent Examiners Remuneration

The provision for the Independent Examiner's Remuneration totalled £1,010 (2023 - £950).

15 Related Party Transactions

A related party transaction is one where the Church has a relationship with another party or individual which might inhibit it from pursuing its own separate interests. All related party transactions have been entered into on an arm's length basis.

The following transactions have occurred during the year:

Church Administration services paid to John Owen (PCC member) - £6,448. Honorarium paid to Marian Owen (PCC member) - £1,040 for her work as Safeguarding Officer.

No other PCC member received any remuneration or reimbursement of expenses in the year.

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