2024-12-31-accounts

ST. MARY'S Annual Report and Financial Statements of the Parochial Church Council of the Parish of St Mary the Virgin Prittlewell Registered Charity Number 1131704 for the year ended 31 December 2024 Incumbent: The Reverend Paul Mackay The Vicarage 489 Victoria Avenue Southend on Sea Essex SS2 6NL

CONTENTS Page Nos Trustees, Report for the Year Ended 31 December 2024 Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 December 2024 10 Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 December 2023 Balance Sheet as at 31 December 2024 12 Notes forming part of the financial statements 13-25 Independent Examiner's Report 26

St Mary the Virgin Prittlewell Parochial Church Council Name and Address The Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of St Mary the Virgin, Prittlewell East Street Prittlewell Southend on Sea SS2 6LQ Webslte https.11￿w.8tmary8prittlewe1I.cO.uk Legal Status The Parochial Church Council (PCC) is registered as a charity with the Charity Commission for England and Wales under charity registration number 1131704 and is a Body Corporate under the 'Parochial Church Councils (Powers) Measure 1956.. Current Accounts Deposit Account Santander UK plc Bridle Road, Bootle Merseyside G1R OAA CCLA Investment Management Ltd The CBF Church of England Funds 80 Cheapside London EC2V 6DZ Architsct Unity Trust Bank 4 Brindley Place Birmingham B12JB Purcell St Mary's Hall Rawstom Road Colchester C03 3JH Lawyorn Independent Examinor Vmnckworth Sherwood Arbor 255 Blackfriars Road London SE1 9AX Rickard Luckin Limited Chartered Accountants 1st Floor County House 100 New London Road Chelmsford CM2 ORG BTMK Solicitors 19 Clifftown Road Southend-on-sea SS1 1AB

Administrative Information St Mary's Church is situated in Prittlewell, Southend-on-sea. It is part of the Diocese of Chelmsford within the Church of England. The correspondence address is St Mary's Centre, Hill Road, Southend-on-sea SS2 6JT PCC members and Chari Trustees Those who served at any time from 1st January 2024 until the date this report was approved are: Incumbent: Rev Paul Mackay Chair Associate Priest: Rev Jacky Lindoe Churchwardens (2): Mr Keith Turner Mr John Tipping Vice-chair Representatives on the Deanery Synod (3): Mrs Teresa Church Mr Peter Sloman Mr John Tipping (PCC Treasurer) Elected members (9): Mr Richard Anderson (elected 21 April 2024) Mr Philip Briant Mrs Marianne Fowle (retired 21 April 2024) Mrs Daunelle Green Mr Robert Harvey Mrs Lynne Hickie Mrs Patricia Johnson Dr Christiane Korsten Mrs Esther Kuria (elected 21 April 2024) Mr Gavin Montella (elected 21 April 2024) Mrs Melanie van Looy (retired 21 April 2024) Mi88 Wendy Perry (retired 21 April 2024) In attendance at meetings: Miss Lois Blakey (Children & Farnilies Worker and Safeguarding Officer) Mrs Sue Mackay (PCC Secretary, Church Electoral Roll Officer and Data Protection Officer)

Ob'ectives and Activities st Mary's PCC has the responsibilty of ccwperating with the incumbent in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social, and ecumenical. The Trustees paid due regard to guidance issued by the Chaiity Commission for England and Wales in deciding what activities the Charity should undertake. It is confirmed that, in carrying out the charity's activities, the Trustees have had regard to the Charity's Commission guidance on public benefit. Achievements and Perforniance The aims and objectives of St Mary the Virgin Church, Prittlewell, and members of the Christian community there, include: Regular public worship; Provision of accessible public sacred space for prayer and reflection; The promotion and teaching of Christianity: Engagement with the local communty; Provision of pastoral care and support; Work with local schools, in particular St Ma￿S Church of England Primary School, and with uniforned organisations; Support of other charities at home and abroad. These aims and objectives are fulfilled normally in the following ways (see below), however there was some continued 'fallout' of the global pandemic during 2021122. Some weddings and baptisms were postponed, from 2021122 until 2023. Then in October of 2022 the church building was closed for public worship (which continued in the church hall) whilst some r&ordering of the chancel end of the nave commenced. This involved (following the granting of Facufty) the removing of 6 pews and the raised floor they were fixed to leading to excavation work and the inability to use the church. It was hoped that the church would be useable by Advent 2022 but due to archaeological 'finds' and revaluating the works to reinstste the 'new' floor instsllation, worship through Advent remained in St Mary's Hall. We were able to retum to the church on Easter Day 2023. Since then our congregation has returned to its previous levels of numbers. The following is given as an outline of our 'normal' regular activities and incorporates some of the changes throughout the year. When able, the largely Nonnan church of St Mary the Virgin is open to the public for both the conduct of acts of worship and to provide a still and beautiful place for reflection, prayer and exploration. When possible, groups from local schools, historical societies, unrformed organisations and community groups. as well as individuals, were able to visit the thurch by appointment. Acts of Worship are normally conducted each SurKlay moming every week, and at various times on other days of the week, as well as numerous occasional offi￿S (marriages. baptisms and funerals). Support is given to those attending worshiplvisiting the church with physical or mental disabilities. Large print service books. and disabled toilet facilrties are provided.

A well-established Saturday moming bell-ringing school is nomially held in the church tower, teaching many people of mixed ages the skills of campanology, being drawn from a wide area. The churchyard provides people with a green space in a busy built-up area which we ensure is well maintained and cared for, we have 'experimented' with a 'wild meadow, area in order to promote a 'natural environrnent, for animals and plant life. Pastoral care initiatives are overseen by both clergy and laity amongst the people of the community, comprising friendship visits, bereavement support, marriage preparation and guidance, care for the sick and dying. and administration of the sacraments to the housebound and ill. Social events are organised and offered to members of the congregation and wider community. Work with young people included visits of clergy and our Children and Families Worker to local schools and the facilitating of school visits to the Church. Acts of worship were conducted for St Mary's Primary School, and teaching which spanned religious, historical, social and moral issues was delivered. A number of members of the congregation supported the Church of England Primary School of St Mary's as Governors. Uniformed Groups (Rainbows, Brownies, Beavers, Cubs and Scouts) were visited, and church hall Meeting Spa￿ was provided free of charge for these church- sponsored groups. The Children and Families Worker runs our Junior Church which has grown in popularity and has organised a number of youth themed events during the year in the church and grounds and at the school. We have recommenced some limited charitable giving and supporting fundraising events. We were also able to provide financial support to many organisations and charities, including the Children's Society, HARP (a local homelessness project). FairhavenslLittle Havens Hospices and the Church Mission Society. In September for the third time, the church was open as part of the National Heritage Open Days, which was well attended and supported by the local museum service. Tinned goods were collected at Harvest Festival and gifts at a special December Servi￿, which were then donated to HARP and the Queen Victoria Seamans Rest at Tilbury Docks. The church's environmental policy continued to provide a framework against which to consider the environmentsl impact of our activities. The church is an affiliated member of the Fair Trade Foundation and uses fair trade products when offering refreshments and is a living wage employer. In the parish both Lent and Advent courses and or materials, provided teaching and opportunities for discussion on religious themes and we held a 24 Hours of Prayer event both in the church and facilitated people to do this in their own homes. Bible Study notes are made available to those members of the congregation who would wish to receive them. Good links were maintained with the neighbouring Royal Naval Association (the incumbent is their chaplain), and the Mayorfs office, with the Mayor (the incumbent was appointed mayors chaplain for the year from May 2020), and the local MP, attending a number of events and services during the year. Our Memorial Garden for the interment of ashes continues to be used and is seen to be a valued part of the churchyard.

Current Priorities and Future Develo ments Following the 2018 quinquennial report, a schedule of repairs and maintenance was drawn up. A further report was received in 2023 and the schedule is being revised and updated accordingly. Some of the needed works to the roof were undertaken. As already mentioned intemal alterations to the church building have been completed, so that it may become a more flexible Spa￿ for worship and other activities and meetings. During the year extensive works were carried out to the Guildhall and driveway of our centre. We continue to welcome new users to the church ￿ntre. In the coming year we look to furthering our involvement with local community organisations. Financlal review In 2024 the total income from all sources was £249,790 (£601,075 - 2023 which included a legacy of £5,292. The Listed Places of Worship VAT scheme whereby VAT may be reclaimed on certain qualifying expenditure is extremely valuable. Income from commercial property rents continues to be valuable but one tenant has failed to pay for the third year running. The TrUSt￿S have now regained possession. Capital work is being carried on this propety to refurbish the first floor flat for letting and negotiations are ongoing with a prospective tenant for the shop below; Income from halls has increased slightty over the previous year. Significant capital work was undertaken to refurbish the Guild Hall in 2024; Gift aid continues to be a valuable source of income; As always, the Trustees are grateful to our Church family who give freely and regularly during the year through the giving schemes. Revenue expenditure in 2024 amounted to £347,231 (£412.423 - 2024). There was capital expenditure as follows: This capital investment demonstrates the Trustees, commitment to the ongoing mission and rninistry work of the charity. The Parish Share payable to the Chelmsford Diocesan Board of Finance was £45,161. The Trustees paid this in full adding an additional amount of £4,839 to bring the totsl to £50,000 showing the parish's commitment to diocesan ministry and other costs; Salary costs amounted to £48,038 (£47,565 - 2023) as our employees provide valuable support to mission and ministry in their respective spheres; Reserves olic Periodically the PCC reviews its unrestricted reserves. The balances held in designated Funds are reviewed, aiming to make the best possible use of Charity money. Monies under PCC control are used in compliance with the objects of the PCC, and with current guidance from the Charity Commission for England and Wales on using Charitable Funds. Restricted reserves are only used in compliance with the stated wishes of the donors. It is the Trustees intend to hold reserves sufficient for 12 months expenditure. Currently the General Fund is £35,679 in debit due to significant investment in mission and ministry and capital works.

However, the Trustees consider that the Charity is a going con￿rn as it has re￿iVed irrevocable finan￿ guarantees from an associated charity. Risk mana ement Potential adversities may be categorised according to their combined risklimpact potential. Those with a high risk but low impact are set at one end of the scale, with low risklhigh impact at the opposite end. Both parameters are important and both risk and impact should be minimised. Financial risks are a reduction in income andlor an increase in costs. Both have the potential to have a major impact on the capacity of St Mary's Church to continue all her present activities and functions. Over 2024 unrestricted non-investment income has remained more or less stable. The Parish is fortunate in having a number of income strands which are independent of congregational giving. It is difficult to assess what the impact would be of a significant decrease in congregational giving without quantifying the decrease. The risk of any decrease is probably correctly judged as medium (given the current financial stste of the UK) and the impact it would have can only be judged as high. The Trustees are well aware of the need to raise funds from elsewhere as well. The Trustees are aware of the danger inherent in having organisational knowledge (of how to run the component parts of the church) residing in a limited number of people. The Trustees are actively seeking to redu￿ the risk (high to medium at present) by popularising the 'every member ministry, concept, and by increasing transparency and openness. Physical risks, to people, are judged low, but would have a high impact if they materialised. St Mary's carries an appropriate level of insurance for both public, employees and volunteers. Other risks are also recognised: the protection of children and vulnerable adults is taken seriously, and St Mary's complies with the relevant Diocesan Policies. The PCC is working towards lower risklimpact potential, not just financial, but across all areas. structure Governance and Mana ement The method of appointment for Pan)chial Church Council members is set out in the Church Representation Rules. The PCC looks after the general running of the Church and oversees the finances. St Mary's PCC consists of the Vicar. 1 Associate MinisterlPriest, 2 Churchwardens, 3 Deanery Synod Representatives, and 9 elected Lay Members. The Deanery Synod Representatives, (in addition to their general PCC responsibilities} attend meetings with clergy and PCC representatives from other churches, to help to support and further the mission of the Anglican churches within the Southend Deanery and the wider Diocese. All members must be nominated and elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM) before they can serve on the PCC, ex￿ptthe Vicar, ex officio members and any members subsequently co-opted. Parochial Church Councillors are elected annually and the tenns of Offi￿ are staggered. They serve for a period of three years and may then seek re-election for a further three-year period. After six consecutive years they are required to stand down for at least one year before seeking re-election. Ch urchwardens are elected annually. Deanery Synod Representstives are elected for three years at a time. The PCC Secretary and the Treasurer are appointed from within the PCC or from the general church membership.

All Parochial Church Councillors are required to be on the Church electoral roll and should be communicant members of the Church of England. Members of the congregation are encouraged to stand for election to the PCC. The PCC operates through its committees and working groups which meet between full meetings of the PCC. St Mary's has the following: Standing Committ88 - This is the onty committee required by law. It has the power to transact the business of the PCC between meetings, subject to any directions gNen by the PCC. It is responsible for the properties in the Parish Property Portfolio. Pastoral Care - Headed up by the Associate Minister, this group, when able, attends to visiting housebound or sick parishioners in their homes or in hospital, including taking Communion. Church Attendance There are 116 parishioners on the Church Electoral Roll (2023: 110), of whom 71 are not resident in the Parish {2023: 65). Safeguarding of Chlldron and Vulnarable Adults Miss Lois Blakey acts as the parish's Safeguarding Officer. The PCC annually agrees to adopt the Church of England's Safeguarding policy and other policies relevant to Safeguarding. And has complied with the duty under section 5 the requirements imposed by the code under section 5A of the Safeguarding and Clergy Discipline Measure 2016. The PCC takes very seriously its responsibilities under various safeguarding legislation. This year all of the PCC members undertook the Church of England's Basic Awareness Safeguarding training online. Approved by tho Parochlal Church Council a8 Trustees on 19 March 2025 and slgned on their behalf by The Rev'd Paul Mackay (PCC Chair).

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES For the year ending 31st December 2024 Unffj$trithd Funds General De8lgnated Furth Restrlthd TOTAL TOTAL Fund Funds 2024 2tr23 Voluntary Income A(thlties for generating fund$ Church actlvlttes 90.003 9SS 40,000 130.003 955 261.700 1,156 15,829 302,777 19,813 19,578 83.415 4.430 19,578 94,824 4,430 Income from Imi88trnents 11,409 Othor Income TOTAL INCOME 249 790 Chur¢tt ACtIv￿1 249.803 97,080 347,231 409,123 3,300 Governance Cost8 348 412 423 NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURE) BEFORE INVESTMEfrif C141NS <51.4221 145.8711 (348) (97,441} 168,852 NET GAIN ON INVESTMENTS NET INCOMEI(EXPENDITURei 151.4221 145,6711 (348) (97,4411 188,e52 TrANSFER8 BETWEEN FUNDS 300 {3001 NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS {51.122) {45.9711 {3481 (97,4411 168,852 Tolal funds brought foThva 15.443 2,109,301 15,555 2,140299 1,951.847 Total funds ¢afrted foward 135,679) 2.063,330 15.207 2,042.858 2.140,299 10

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES For the year ending 31st December 2023 tlfrslgnatad Fur#Js TOTAL TOTAL Fund 2022 Voluntary Income Adivllles for generating fund• Church adivit 189.988 1.158 15.829 84.679 12,500 261.700 1.156 15,829 302.777 19.613 583,217 18,573 159.864 Income from Th1•8tments 218.098 16.346 (￿h•1 income TOTAL INCOME Church A¢ti¥ille• Governaneé Costs 288,674 106.498 13,951 409,123 3,300 328,277 2,140 412423 NET INCOMEI(EXPENOITUREI BEFORE INVESTME￿ GAINS 2,925 187,178 (1,451) 188,852 436,395 NET GAIN ON INVESTMEIW NEF INCOMEI{EXPENOITURE) 2.925 187.178 {1.451 188.652 TRANSFERS 8￿EN FUNDS NET MOvEmE￿r IN FUNOS 2.925 187.178 11.451) 188,652 436,395 Tt)tal lund$ brought foTh¥ard 12.518 1.￿.123 17,006 1.951.647 1.515,252 Total lunds earrfjed fomard 15,443 2.109.301 15.555 2.140.299 1,951,847 11

BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31ST DECEMBER 2024 NOTE 2024 2023 FIXED AssErs Tangible Investments 840,771 1,221,642 707,019 1,070,300 CURRENT ASSETS Stock Debtors and Prepayments Cash at bank and in hand 11,344 50,284 6,666 382,056 61,628 388,722 LIABILITIES Creditors - amounts falling due withln one year 81,183 25,742 NET CURRENT ASSETSI(LIABILITIES) 362 980 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 2 042 858 2 140 299 TOTAL NET ASSETS 2 042 858 2 140299 PARISH FUNDS Unrestricted - General Unrestricted - Propety Unrestricted - Designated Unrestricted - Equipment Reserve Restrlcted (35,679) 1,996,702 917 65,711 15,207 15,443 1,701,517 331,983 75,802 15,554 2 042 858 2 140299 Approved by the Parochlal Church Councll as Trustees on 19 March 2025 and slgned on their behalf by John Tlpping F.C.C.A. (Honorary Treasurer) 12

NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 1. Basis of Pre ration Basis of Accountin The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Ststement of Recommended Practi￿. (SORP) as amended for bulletin 1 & 2 applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (Second Edition), and the Financial Reporting Stsndard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011 and UK Generally AC￿pted Practice as it applies from 1 January 2019 and the 'Church Accounting Regulations 2006°. "The financial statements have been prepared to give a 'tnJe and fairf view and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a 'true and fair view,. This departure has involved following '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 (FRS 102) (Second Edition)'rather than the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice effective from 1 April 2005 which has since been withdrawn." The Trustees consider that notwithstanding a deficit balance on the General Fund and given guarantees of finan￿ from the Ameris Trust (a related charity) there are no material uncertainties about the PCC'S ability to continue and accordingly the accounts have been prepared on a going concem basis. 2. Princi al Accountin Policies Incomin resources Incoming resources are included in the Statement of Financial Activities when the PCC has entitlement to the benefit of the resources, the inflow of economic benefit is probable and the monetary value can be measured with sufficient reliability. Gift aid receivable is included in income when there is a valid declaration from the donor, is included in the period to which the relevant donation is re￿iVed and is treated as an addition to the same fund as the additional income. Legacy gifts are recognised on a case by case basis following the granting of probate when the administratorlexecutor for the estate has communicated in writing both the amount and settlement date. Grants and specific donations are included in the SOFA when any preconditions preventing their use by the PCC have been rnet. The income from charitable activities is accounted for gross of associated costs. Rental income from letting is accounted for when due. Investment income is included when receivable. 13

Income by fvnd type was as follows: 2024 Unrestricted General Deslgnated 2023 Unrestrided General Deslgnated 2024 Restrlcted 2023 Reslricted 2024 Total 2023 Totsl 198.381 51.409 294.899 293.676 12,500 249,790 601.075 Resources ex ended Liabilities are recognised as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation and settlement is probable and quantifiable. Grants payable are payments made to third parties in the furtherance of the PCC'S objects. These are recognized in the accounts when a commitment has been made externally and there are no preconditions still to be met for entitlement to the grant that remain within the control of the PCC. Governance costs include costs of the preparation and examination of statutory accounts, the cost of trustee meetings and cost of any legal advice on govemance or constitutional matters. Fixed assets Consecrated land and buildings and movable Church fumishings Consecrated and beneficed property is excluded from the accounts by Section 11 (2) of the Charities Act 2011. No value is placed on movable Church furnishings that may be considered inalienable or historic assets held by the churchwardens on special trust for the PCC andlor which may not be disposed ofwithout grant of a faculty. The cost and complexty of obtaining a value for such assets is regarded as disproportionate to the benefrt likely to be derived by users of these accounts. All expenditure incurred during the year on consecrated or benefice buildings and movable Church furnishings, whether maintenance or improvement, is written off as expenditure in the Statement of Financial Activities and separately disclosed. The net book value of St. Mary's Hall and the Guild Hall are based on an independent valuation carried out in October 1997. Recent capitsl expenditure on refurbishing and enhancing the Guild Hall has increased the balance sheet valuation. No depreciation is provided against land and buildings held for invesknent or charitable trading purposes. 14

Other fixtures frttin s and office ui ment Individual items of equipment with a purchase price of £5,000 or less are written off when the asset is acquired, as is expenditure relating to repair, replacement or renewal of existing assets. Items capitalised are depreciated on a straight line basis over five years. Investments The properties in Broadway were a legacy received in 2017 and valued as at 31 December 2017. The balance sheet includes capital improvements made to 59161 Broadway during the year. Freehold properties held for investment or charitable trading purposes are included in the balance sheet at the amount determined by independent valuation carried out in October 1997. Debtors and Pre ment8 Debtors are initially included at the settlement amount due and are subsequently measured at the cash or other consideration due. Creditors Creditors a￿ included at the settlement amount due. Su ort costs The SORP requires support costs such as administration, postage, telephone, depreciation etc to be allocated to the relevant activity cost category they support. The Trustees do not consider it cost beneficial to set up systems to allocate such costs and accordingly have shown such support costs separately under charitable activities. 15

1. Income and Endowments TOTAL TOTAL Fund FuTrds Fur 2023 3a Voluntary income Planned GNing Service Collections Donations Gift Aid Tax recovered Legacies Grants 24,044 6.265 4.166 7.236 5,292 43.000 24,044 6,265 4,166 7,236 5,292 83,000 25,733 5.950 17,475 7,845 99,697 105.000 40,000 130 003 261700 3b Actlvttles for generating funds Fairtrade Sales Social Events 55 900 1,151 955 1.156 3c Church Actlvllles Sunday coffee Wedding fees Funeral fees Card and Book sales Votlve CarKlle sales St Mary's Hall income Guild Hall income Spiritual growth 1.918 2.746 1.388 818 1.918 2,746 1.388 818 345 7,414 4,795 154 1,505 1,710 296 61 8.350 3,450 457 7,414 4,795 154 19.578 19.578 15,829 3d Income from Investment Sale proceeds 27 r￿kfield Avenue Interest Rent 215,582 2.520 84,675 1,596 81,819 11.409 13,005 81,819 83.415 3e Other Income Listed pla￿S of worship grant scherne 4,430 4,430 19,613 4.430 4.430 TOTAL INCOME 198.381 51.409 249.790 601,075 16

2. Resources Expended Unrestricted De&gnated Funds Rests¢cted TOTAL TOTAL Funds Funds 2024 2023 4a Church Actlvities Soclal Events Missionary and Charitsble glvlng DI0￿San parish share Salaries and admin support to the Vicar Payroll costs Organist fees and expenses Vicarage expenses Sundry admintstratNe costs Incumbent expenses Assistsnt clergy expenses Children and Family Worker expenses Spiritual growth Bad debts Churchyard Fire detection system Installatlon Church Fire Monitoring & Maintenan Church re-ordering project Church- Insurance Church - Telephone & Broadband Organ I Piano- Tuning & Repairs Church Music- General Costs Church - Routine Repairs & Renewals Church- Cleaning Church - Other Operating Expenses Church - refuse collection Upkeep of servI￿s Office & Computing Printing & Stationery Photocopier Costs Church - Electricity Church - Gas Church - Water & Sewerage Publications & Books Bank fees Loan interest St Mary's Centre Caretaker st Mary's Hall Fire Monitoring and Maintenance St. Mary's Hall - Electricty St. Mary's Hall Gas St. Mary's Hall - Water & Sewerage St. Mary's Hall- Insurance 46 400 50,000 48,038 915 248 50,000 47,565 33 3,222 457 316 4.282 400 50,000 13,449 34,589 4,476 389 321 3,917 246 4,476 389 321 3,917 4,493 4,493 403 420 54,782 2,772 1,485 2,381 14,333 403 420 16.436 38,346 4,137 4,137 4,126 84,593 6,624 838 1,191 837 11,625 2,240 19,638 4,995 13,463 4,315 1,534 923 5,539 1.050 77 118 356 1,855 7,018 980 1.232 871 13,849 3,053 13,173 3,827 5,858 4,864 1,540 905 5,838 3.029 38 118 298 7,018 980 1,232 871 14,197 3,053 13.173 3.827 5.858 4.864 1,540 905 5,838 3,029 38 118 298 348 48 1.212 1.990 2,060 409 1.215 48 1,212 1,990 2,060 409 1,215 1,422 2,050 252 1,160 17

3. Resources Expended (contlnued) TOTAL TOTAL Funds 2023 SL Mary's Hall - Cleaning St. Mary's Hall - Routine Repairs etc St Mary's Hall - Telecorr St Mary's Hall - Redevelopment St Mary's Hall - Security Guild Hall - Gas Guild Hall - Electricity Guild Hall - Water & Sewerage Guild Hall - Insuran Guild Hall - Cleaning Guild Hall - Routine Repairs etc rickfield - Insurance rickfield - Repairs & Maintenance Tickfield - Propety management costs Tickfiels - Sale expenses Commercial Property expenses Sunday coffee supplies Other professional fees - other PCC property Security Systems Depreciation Legal fees 2,677 13.934 2.677 13,934 588 2,629 27.397 651 12,500 2.659 1.303 1,001 328 1.215 1.147 2.376 2,659 1,303 1.001 328 1,215 1,147 2,376 1,649 77 1,160 1,220 8.352 745 2.806 176 9,113 18,865 1.853 27 27 39,222 1,490 124 40.706 1,490 124 4,966 18.168 8,681 7,264 8,675 4,597 18.168 8,681 348 347 231 409,123 4b Governance Costs Independent ExaMInati￿ fees 3,300 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 249 803 97.080 412,423 18

4. Tangible Fixed Assets Halls Equlpment Totsl Cost 1 January 2024 631,217 86,735 717,952 Addltlons 143,843 8,077 151,920 Cost 31 December 2024 775 060 94 812 869 872 Accumulated Depreclatlon 1 January 2024 (10,933) (10,933) Depreciation tharge (18,168) (18,168) Accumulated Depreclatlon 31 December 2024 Net Book Value 31 December 2023 631217 75 802 707 019 Net Book Value 31 December 2024 775 060 65 711 840 771 The net book value of St. Mary's Hall, the Guild Hall are based on an independent valuation Ca￿led out in October 1997. Recent capital expenditure on refurbishing and enhancing the Guild Hall have increased the balance sheet valuation. The freehold of 69 Glenwood Avenue was sold for £1,000, yielding an investsnent gain of £700. The equipment relates to a new photocopier purchased in December 2021 and new audio and visual equipment for the church building in 2022 and 2023 and during 2023 includes replacement computer, staging for the church, soft play and sensory equipment for St Mary's Centre. The addition of £8,077 in 2024 related to new chairs for St Mary's Centre. Depreciation is charged on a straight line basis to as to write the cost off over a five year period. The amount of depreciation charged in 2024 was £18,168. 19

5. Investments Value as at 01-Jan-24 Value as at 31-Dec-24 69 Glenwood Avenue 300 450,000 450,000 5941 Broadway 620,000 771,642 1.070,300 1,221,642 The properties in Broadway were a legacy receNed in 2017 and valued as at 31st December

6. Re￿nt capitsl expenditure on refvrbishing and enhancing 59161 Broadway have increased the balance sheet valuation
7. Stock No Stock was held at year end. (2023 - £Nil)
8. DebtorJ and Prepayments 2.024 2,023 Trade Debtors Other Debtors Prepayments 9,590 1.754 485 5.181 1,000

9. Liabilities 2024 2023 Accruals & Creditor8 due wilhin one year 81,183 25,742 The £81,183 indudes an interest free loan from the Ameris Trust, an associated charity. 20

10. Trustse expenses Expenses of£2,385 {2023- £2,336) were reimbursed by the charity to two Trustees (2023 two Trustees) covering Offi￿ operating costs, travelling and similar costs.

11. Trustse remuneration No remuneration was charged in the accounts in respect of sewvices supplied to the charity during the year by any Trustee (2023- £3,222)
12. Relatsd Party transactlons Mrs Sue Mackay was paid £5,239 (2023 - £7,248) for her services as PCC secretary and for giving other secretsrial support to the Incumbent; Mrs Christina Turner was paid £8,294 (2023 - £7,538) for administration services in the parish office; The PCC is managing trustee of the "Prittlewell Church of England school Charity" {PCESC) commonly known as the 'Ameris Trusf. The Trust:
13. provided an interest free loan to the Charity during the previous year in the sum of £9,000;
14. made a grant of £40,000 towards the cost of employing the Children and Farnilies Worker;
15. made a grant of £43,000 towards the charity's general running costs Mr John Tipping is a Trustee of the Chelmsford Diocesan Board of Finance (registered charity number 249505, company number 00137029). The Trustees made a payment during the year of £50.000 in respect of Parish Share (2023 - £50,000) to the Board. During the year the Trustees donated £5,955 (2023 £6,387) to the charity for the purposes of supporting the charty's activities.

16. Staff Costs The average number of employees during the year was with a full time equivalent figure of 1.4 (2022 - 1.4). No employees received employee benefits of more than £60,000. 2024 2023 Salaries Pension costs 41,397 1,486 38,912 1,405 42,883 40,317 The Charity is a participator in the Church of England Pensions Board scheme. 21

17. Summary ofAssets by Fund Unrestri¢￿ D¥nated Rewicted TOTAL funds funds funds 2023 Tangible Fixed Assets Investments Current Assets Amounts falling due within one year 840,771 1,221,642 917 840,771 707,019 1,221,642 1.070.300 50,284 388,722 (69,839) (25,742) 34.160 (69,839) 15,207 35.679 2,063.330 15.207 2.042 858 2 140 299

18. Fund Accountlng • Unrestricted fvnds comprise those funds which the Trustees are free to use in accordance with the charitable objects. The General fund can be used for ordinary purposes of the PCC. Funds designated for a particular purpose by the PCC are also unrestricted. Designated funds have been created for the following purposes: Children & Famil Wo This fund relates to the salary and expenses of the Children and Families worker. ment Rese This fund relates to equipment which has been capitalised and will be written off over a number of years. Pm This represents the various properties shown in the balance sheet under tangible fixed assets and investment properties of which the PCC is managing trustee and the Chelmsford Diocesan Board of Finance is custodian trustee. Tickfield Fund The Tickfield fund represents the net sale proceeds of 27 Tickfield Avenue and has been used to fund special mission and ministy projects including the refurbishment of the Guild Hall. Restrictsd funds comprise of funds raised for and their use restricted to a specific purpose or donations subject to imposed donor conditions. The funds may only be expended on the specific object for which they were given. Any balan￿ remaining unspent at the end of each year must be carried forward as a balance on that fund. The PCC does not usually invest separately for each fund. Where there is no separate invesbnent. interest is apportioned to individual fvnds on an average balance basis. Main Roof Re 8irs and Heal Roof Re irs These funds are held to cover the costs of any maintenance and repairs to the church roots. 22

16.Movement of funds 2024 Fund name Balances brought forward Incoming Resources Outgoing Resources Transfers Balances Carried Forward 11112024 3111212024 Unrestricted Funds General 15,443 198,381 {249,803) 300 (35.679) Designated - Children & Family Wo 40,000 139,083) 917 Designated - Equipment Reserve 75,802 (18,168) 8,077 65.711 Designated - Propethes 1.701,517 295.185 1,996,702 Designated - Tickfield 331,982 11,409 (39,829) {303,562) Total Unrestricted Funds 2.124,744 249,700 {346,883) 2,027,651 Restricted Funds Main Roof Repaits 1,890 (348) 1,542 Heal Roof repairs 13,665 13.665 Totsl Restricted Funds 15,555 1348) 15.207 Total Funds 2,140,299 249,790 (347,231) 2.042,858 23

2023 Fund name Balances brought forward Incoming Resources Outgoing Resources Transfers Balances Carried Forward 11112023 3111212023 Unrestricted Funds General 12.518 294,899 {291,9741 15.443 Designated - Una Heal Fund 281.975 76.999 188,7101 1270,264) Designated - Equipment Reserve 20.327 18,6751 64,150 75.802 Designated - Pn)perties 1,619.821 81,696 1,701.517 Designated - Tickfield 216,677 {9,113} 124,418 331.982 Total Unrestricted Funds 1.934.641 588.575 (398,472) 2,124,744 Restricted Funds Main Roof Repairs 3.341 (1,451) 1,890 Heal Roof repairs 13,665 13,665 Hall Redevelopment Fund 12,500 112,5001 Total Restricted Funds 17,006 12,500 113,9511 15.555 Total Funds 1.951.647 601,075 {412,4231 2,140,299 24

1. Governance costs No fees charge has been made in the accounts for the independent examination (£3,300 - 2023). The work has been carried out on an honorary basis by a retired Chartered Certrfied Accountsnt. 18.PCESC called the PRIThLEWELL AMERIS TRUST since July 2014 This is the Prittlewell Church of England School Charity. The Managing Trustee of 'Ameris' is the Parochial Church Council of St Mary the Virgin, Prittlewell. PCESC maintains its own current and deposit accounts and may give Grants to the PCC at the discretion of the Trustees. in accordance with the aims and objectives of the 'Ameris Trust,. 25

Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of the Parochial Church Council of St Mary the Vlrgin Prlttlewell I report lo the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of the Parochial Church Council of St Mary the Virgin Prittlewell (Ihe charity,) for the year ended 31 December 2024 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet and related notes. This report is made solely to the charty's trustees, as a body, 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 l am required to state to them in this 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 charity and the charity's trustees as a body, for my work, for this report, or for the opinions I have formed. Responsibilities and basls of report As the trustees of the charity you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act,). I report in respect of my examination of the charity's financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examinatk)n I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act. An independent examination does not involve gathering all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently does not cover all the matters that an auditor considers in giving their opinion on the financial statements. The planning and conduct of an audit goes beyond the limited assurance that an independent examination can provide. Consequently l eXp￿sS no opinion as to whether the financial statements present a 'true and fairf view and my report is limited to those specific matters set out in the independent examinerfs statement. Independent examiner's statement 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 charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or the financial statements do not accord with those records; or the financial statements do not comply with the applicable requirements con￿mIng the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. 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 financial statements to be reached. Richard Feather F.C.C.A. 140 Rawreth Lane Rayleigh Essex SS6 gRR 20 March 2025 26