Trustees, Annual Report For the period From (start dale) to end date Section A Reference and administration details Charity name 3rd Brampton {St Thomas'l Scout Group Other names the charity is known by 3rd Bramplon Scout Group Registered charity number {rf any) HQ registration number Charity's principal address 15 Hol moor Road Hol moorside Chesterfield Poslcode Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity ITh858 lIpubliShdirt th& artnuaIKeptolthe charityand rhe CharityR8Wrfrew¥ty Iwa Rwsterod ChaThtywrth a (*wTtywrf8t(w) Trustee Name Offlce {If any) Dates aeted rf not for whole year Sh8ron Jetvis Claire Curzon James Gillson Ben Widdowson Brendon Wea er GSL Ex Officio Chair Ex Ofticio Treasurer Ex Officio CSL Rother Ex Officio Secreta Ex Officio 417123 - 3113124 10 11 12 13 14 15 Names and addresses of advisers (optional informatÉon but encouraged as best practice) lTrese wN14epuWisheLlin the ann(daiW ollhe charty) e of advisor Name Addre SÈetion B Strueture, governance and management Description of the charity's trusts Type of goveming document The Group'5 goveming documents are those of the The Scout Association. They consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The Policy. organisats.on and Rules of The Scout Associab"on. le.g. trust deed, conslilulionl 1 LT700001 (27 February 2024)
How Ihe charity is constituted le.g. trust, 85socialion, company) The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common lo all Scouts. Trustee selection methods {e.g. appointed by. elected by) The Trustee5 are appointed in accordance with the Policy. Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. Additional qovemance issues (optional information bul encouraqed as best praclice) You may choose lo include additional informalion, where relevant. about: The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board, the members of which a the 'Charity Trustees, of the Scout Group which is an educational charity- As charity trustees they are responsible for complying with legislation applicable lo charities. This includes the registration. keeping proper accounls and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate. Policies and procedures adopted for= The Trustee Board consists of the GSL. Chair. Treasurer, Secretary. Section Leaders. Quartermaster and Parent Representative and meets every 2 months. a) the induction and training of trustees.. bl Member5 of the Tnjstee Board (x)mplete Being a Scouts Trustee leaming within the first 6 months of joining the Board. This Group Tnjstee Board exists to make sure the charity is well-managed, risks are assessed and mitigated, buildings and equipment are in giM)d working order. and everyone follows legal requirements and the organisalion's policies and rules. Their support helps other volunteers run high-quality and safe programmes that gives young people skills for life. Section B Structure, qovernance and manaqement Icontinuedl Risk and Intemal Control The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks lo which they believe the Group is exposed. these have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate against them. The main areas of concem that have been identified are: Damage to the building. property and equipment. The Group would request the use of buildings. property and equipment from neighbouring organisalions such as the church, community cenlre and other Scout Groups. Similar reciprocal arrangements exist wilh Ihese organisations. The Group has sufficient buildings and contents insurance in place lo mitigate against permanent loss. Injury to leaders. helpers. supwrters and members. The Group through the capilation fees contributes to the Scout Association5 national accident insurance policy. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all activities. Reduced income from fund raising. The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising. The group does hold a reserve to ensu the conts"nuity of activities Should there be a major reduction in income. The Board could raise the value of subscriptions to increase the income to the group on an ongoing basis. either temporarily or pemianentty. Reduction or loss of leaders. The group is tr)tally reliant upon volunteers to run and administer the aclivit'es of the group. If there was a reductson in the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particular section or the group as a whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario the complete dosure of the Group. Reduction or loss of members. The Group provides activities for all young people aged 4 to 18. If there was a reduction in membership in a particular seclion or the group a5 whole then there would have to be a contraction. consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario Ihe complete dosure of the Group. 2 LT700001 (27 February 2024)
Section C Objectives and activities Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal developmenl, empowering them to make a wsilive contribution to society. The Values of Scouting As Scouts we are guided by these values: Integrity- We acl with integrity" we are honest, trusOrthY and loyal. Respect - We have self-respect and respect for others. Care - We support others and take care of the wodd in which we live. Belief - We explore our faiths. beliets and attttudes. cOperatIon - We make a positive difference" we c(>operale with others and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults. work together based on the values of Scouting and= - enjoy what they are doing and have fun - take part in actsvities indoors and outdoors - leam by doing share in spiritual reflection - take responsibilty and make choi$ undertake new and challenging activib'es make and live by their Promise. Summary of the main activtties in relation to these objects The objectives of the Group are as a unli of The Scout Association. Additional details of the obpctsves and actswties (optional information but encouraged as best practice} You may choose to include further statements, where relevant. about: policy on qrantmakinq- contribution made by volunteers.. policy on investrnents. Public benefit statement The Group meels the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education 2nd the advancement of citizenship or community development headings. Section D Achievements and performance Summary of the main achievements of the charity dtjring Ihe year The main achievements of the 3rd Brampton ISL Thomas'l Scout Group are summarised in the leaders, reports contained further in this documenL - Group Scout LeadeS report - Squirrel Scout Leaderfs report - Beaver Scout Leaderfs report - Cub Scout Leaderfs report - Scout Leaderfs report Section E Brief slalemenl of the Gharily s poliGy on reserves Financial Review Reserves Policy The Group's policy on reserves is to hold SLrfFicienl resources to continue the charitable aclrvilies of the group should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Group Executive Committee considers that the Group should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months running (a)sts. circa £22.000. 3 LT700001 (27 February 2024)
The Group held reserves of approximately £41,000 against this al year*nd. This is above the level required for operating expenses. However. Ihis can be explained by Ihe Groups historic desire to construct tts own meeting place and headquarters. Previous attempts to fundraise sufficient funds in order to construct the headquarters have failed and the capital, which was raised, were dep051ted and explain the high reserves held in the Group Accounvs. The 'Group Headquarters Development Plan, remains onoIg and the Group Executive would also consider part funding a project which eA)uld mutually benefit the interested parties with regular accommTrJation and storage space at affordable overheads. The Group Executive also considers that a healthy reserve is required to satisfy the Group s policy on subsiding subseription, unifom and activity costs for the larger than average percentage of families which are eligible for'free school meals, within our calchmenls areals. (Free school meal eligibility is a nationally regnTrsed measure for social deprivation). A heallhy reserye would also rnrate risks from contingencies that may arise over the course of the year. Quantify and explain any designations Detsils of any funds materially in defictt (circumstances plus steps lo eliminate) NIA Further financial review details (optional informalionl You may choose to include additional infom)ation, where relevant, about.. the charity's principal sources of funds (including any fundraisingl., Investment Pollcy The Group's Inthme and Expenditure is very small and as a consequence does nol have sufficient fijnds to invest in longer-term investments such as stocks and shares. The Group has therefore adopted a low risk strategy to the investment of ils funds. All funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies or The Scout Association's Short Temi Investment Service. . how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity. The Group Trustee Board regularly monitors the levels of bank balances and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains m8ximum value and income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may involve using an account that requires a period of notice before funds may be withdrawn, before doing so the Group Trustee Board considers the cash flow requirements. ' investment policy and objectives" Section F Other Optional Information Plans for future periods Idetails of any significant aclivits'es planned to achieve them) 4 LT700001 (27 February 2024)
Section G Declaration The trustees declare that they have approved the Irustees. report above Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees Signature(s) Full namels) Position (eg Secretsry. Chair) Date 5 LT700001 (27 February 2024)
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES No 1129602 3rd Brampton (St Thomas's) Scout Group Receipts and payments accounts For the period from 0110412023 To 3110312024 Section A Receipts and payments Unrestricted funds Funds 'Headquarters' A1 Receipts Total funds Last year Membershi Subscri tions Monthly Paid Subscriptions Deduct paid to the Scout Association 21,271.00 5,100.00 21.271.00 5.100.Th) 21,326.50 6,528.00 Net Membership Subscriptions retained 16,171.00 16,171.00 14,798.50. Donations le acies and similar income ' 4onations 193.34 193.34 90.00 iiift Aid 3.111.75 3,111.75 8,517.00, 0.00 Camp & Activity contributions 8.517.00 8,629.85 Total Donation5, legacies and similar income 11.822.09 IIA22.09 8,719.85 Grant5 Unrestricted Grants 1,550.00 1,550.00 0.00 0.00 Restricted Grants 4,990.00 Total Grants 1,550.00 1,550.00 # 4.990.00/ Fundraisin General 103.25 103.25 651.62 Total Fundraising 103.25 103.25 651.62 Investment income Bank interest COIF Charity Funds Accrual's l Receipts not cleared by the Bank) 840.93 840.93 301.35 Total Investment income 840.93 840.93 301.35 Sub totallGross income for AR) 30A87.27 30.487.27 29,461.32 Asset and investment sales, etc. Total receipts 30,487.27 30,487.27 29,461.32
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES No 1129602 3rd Brampton (St Thomas's) Scout Group Receipts and payments accounts For the period from 0110412023 To 3110312024 Section A Receipts and payments Unrestricted funds Funds 'Headquarters' A3 Payments Total funds Last year Youth programme and activities 4,592.72 4,592.72 4,480.27 . Contribution to camp costs 5,641.02 5,641.02 6,692.22 Badges IA06.52 1,406.52 1,173.99. Rent 6.229.30 6,229.30 6.224.17¥ Adult support and training 750.12 750.12 162.69. Insurance 247.40 247.40 317.10 Repairs and Renewals 64.93 64.93 1,369.88, Materials and equipment 2.549.80 2,549.80 .182.57, Aministration 205.33 205.33 120.26 Uniforms 312.49 312.49 227.46 / AGM and trustee expenses 88.42 88.42 21.84 Unpresented cheques (accrualsl 0.00 Fundraising expenses Sub total 75.32 75.32 539.80. 29,512.25 22.163.3 22,163.37 Asset and investment purchases, etc. Total payments 22,163.37 22,163.37 29,512.25 Net oAreceipts/{payments) Transfer5 between funds 8,323.90 8,323.90 -50.93 Cash funds last year end Corrert Cash Funds 2022-23 Accounts Cash funds last year end 32,691.60 32,691.60 32,691.60 32,691.60 32,691.60 32,691.60 41.015.50 41.015.50 32,640.67
CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES 3rd Brampton {St Thomas's) Scout Group No 1129602 Receipts and payments accounts For the perlod from 0110412023 To 3110312024 Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year Unrestricted fvnds Funds 'Headquarters' Total funds Total fund5 Cash fund5 Bank current account 22,876.58 22.876.58. 15,393.69¥ 0.00 Bank deposit account COIF Funds 11,138.84 7.0(M).00 18.138.84a' 17,297.91 CashlFloats Total cash funds 34,015.42 7.0(K).00 41,015.42 32,691.60 Non monetary assets for charity's own use Badge stock T Shirts Scouting equipment, furniture etc Garage Buildind Liabilities The above receipts and payments account and statement of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by two Trustees Signature Print Name Date Of Approval 1716124 17/6Ji4
Independent examinerfs report to the trustees of 3 Brampton 1st Thomas's) Scout Council I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the 3,° Brampton {St Thomas's) ScoLrt Group for the year ended 3 1st March 2024. Responsibilities and basis of report As the charity trustees of the 3rd Brampton (St Thomas's) Scout Group you are responsibLe for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Chartties Act 20111'the Act'l. rd I report in respect of my examination of the 3 Brampton (St Thomas's) Scout Group accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have foLlowed aLL the applicabLe Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)Ib) of the ACL Independent examiner's ststement I have compLeted my examination. I confinn that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect. accounting records were not kept in respect of the 3rf Brampton (St Thomas's) Scout Group as required by Section 130 of the Act or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. I have no concerns and have come acr05s no other matters in connection wtth the examination to which attention shouLd be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Signed- Name: Michael J Webb Relevant professional qualification or membership of professional bodies {if any): A.C.l.B. Address: 10. HoyLake Avenue. ChesterfieLd, S40 3NQ Date: 30" May 2024