Great Britain Baton Twirling Association
Accounts
31 August 2023
Charity Number 1131933
Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Contents
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| Trustees Report | 1 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 2 |
| Income & Expenditure Account | 3 |
| Balance Sheet | 4 |
| Notes to the accounts | 5 |
Great Britain Baton Twirling Association
Charity Number: 01131933 Trustees Annual Report for the year ended 31st August 2022
The trustees present their report and unaudited financial statements for the year ended 31st August 2022.
Reference and Administrative Information
Charity Name: Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Charity registration number: 01131933 Company registration number: N/A Registered Office: N/A Operational address: 19 Kestrel Grove, Halewood L26 7ZS
Trustees
Albert Orme
Accountants
Sinclair Accounting Co Ltd, 300 St Mary’s Road, Garston, Liverpool, L19 0NQ
Bankers
Barclays Bank, Leicester, LE87 2BB
Structure, Governance and Management
Organisation
A leadership team is in place to oversee the day to day activities of charity.
Signed
Albert Orme 05 February 2024
Our Aims and objectives
Purposes and Aims
The main object of the charity is to continue to raise the profile of majorettes by producing high standard dancing. Through doing this the charity will create a safe and friendly environment for young people.
Review of Activities
The Great Britain Baton Twirling Association undoubtedly had its best year up to yet.
Most Majourette Troupes have thrived and are now attracting more and more members, both girls and boys want to take up this great sport. Troupes in the main are now much bigger number wise which is fantastic, long may it continue.
G.B.B.T.A has been attracting a lot of interest, not only in the United Kingdom but also from Ireland, which we had 4 new troupes join us from the Emerald Isle.
All our events are always completely sold out, whilst our 2 weekend events which are held in Norbreck Castle Hotel Blackpool are sold out before we even advertise them.
I would like to thank all the officials of G.B.B.T.A for their continued support and dedication.
I am now looking forward to what promises to e an even great new season.
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Great Britain Baton Twirling Association
Charity Number: 01131933
Trustees Annual Report for the year ended 31st August 2022
Financial Review
Total receipts of unrestricted funds were £71355.20 which is an increase compared to the previous year.
Principal Funding Sources
The principal funding sources for the charity are currently by way of income from passes/wristbands and fundraising and donations from parents of the troupes.
Investment Policy
Aside from retaining a prudent amount in reserves each year, any monies not immediately required may be invested at the discretion of the Trustees.
Reserves Policy
Our policy is to maintain a balance in unrestricted funds to provide for at least one to three months unrestricted payments (about £10,000), for unexpected expenses, and to allow for a managed and responsible closure of the trust if required. However, the charity has found it difficult to maintain these level of funds in recent years.
Plans for Future Periods
We will:
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-Continue to promote friendships between the troupes.
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-Continue to hold four one day events at Oldham sports centre.
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-Continue to promote a zero tolerance bullying campaign.
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-Continue to operate without sponsorship.
-Ensure the high standard of dancing is maintained.
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-Continue to hold events at Norbreck Castle Hotel.
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-Continue to strive to give the performers the best tuition and competition.
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Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Charity Number: 1131933 Independent examiners report for the year ending 31st August 2022
Independent Examiner
Graeme O'Callaghan ACA 300 St Mary's Road, Garston, Liverpool L19 0NQ
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
Examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act
Basis of independent examiner’s report
My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner’s statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention: which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the 1 requirements: - To keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; - To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met; or to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding 2 of the accounts to be reached
Signed
Graeme O'Callaghan Chartered Accountant 300 St Mary's Road, Garston, Liverpool L19 0NQ
21 February 2024
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Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Charity Number: 01131933 Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31 August 2023
| Notes INCOME Voluntary income 2 Investment income Total Incoming Resources EXPENDITURE 3 Total Outgoing Resources Balance brought forward Total Funds Carried Forward Other incoming resources Net Incoming (Outgoing) resources for the year |
2023 2022 £ 71,135 55,997 - 71,135 55,997 (55,955) (28,352) (55,955) (28,352) 15,180 27,645 27,354 (291) 42,534 27,354 Unrestricted Funds |
2023 2022 £ 220 345 220 345 - - 220 345 345 565 - 345 Restricted Funds |
Total 2023 £ 71,135 - 220 71,355 (55,955) 15,400 15,400 27,699 43,099 |
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Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Income and Expenditure Account for the year ended 31 August 2023
| Income Income Fundraising Expenses Purchases Rent, rates, power and insurance costs Telephone, fax, stationery and other office costs Advertising and business entertainment costs Bank, credit card and other finance charges Accountancy, legal and other professional fees Depreciation and loss/(profit) on sale Surplus/(deficit) |
2023 £ 71,135 220 71,355 27,341 1,000 14,401 2,096 2,596 660 624 55,955 15,400 |
2022 £ 55,997 345 56,342 17,941 376 5,297 28 3,870 600 240 28,352 27,990 |
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Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Balance Sheet as at 31 August 2023
| Notes Fixed assets Property, equipment & machinery 3 Current assets Bank/building society balances Current liabilities Other liabilities and accruals Net current assets Net assets Reserve funds Balance at start of period Net surplus |
46,699 46,699 4,780 |
2023 £ 1,180 41,919 43,099 27,699 15,400 43,099 |
27,952 27,952 2,057 |
2022 £ 1,804 25,895 27,699 (291) 27,990 27,699 |
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Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 31 August 2023
1 Accounting basis
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice along with the requirments of the Statement of Recommended Practive (SORP 2005).
| 2 Income and Expenditure account analysis 2 Income Income 3 Other income Fundraising 4 Interest received 5 Purchases Hire of Venues Trophies & Medals Wages, salaries and other staff costs Car, van and travel expenses Rent, rates, power and insurance costs Insurance Repairs and renewals of property and equipment Telephone, fax, stationery and other office costs Postage, Stationery & Printing Clothing Food & Party Packs Expenses for the Officals Advertising and business entertainment costs Advertising and PR Bank, credit card and other finance charges Hire of van & fuel Accountancy, legal and other professional fees Accountants fees Depreciation and loss/(profit) on sale Depreciation |
2023 £ 71,135 220 14,816 12,525 27,341 376 2,206 4,739 1,266 4,750 14,401 2,096 - 2,596 660 624 |
2022 £ 55,997 345 9,454 8,487 17,941 376 1,581 789 1,857 1,070 5,297 28 - 3,870 600 240 |
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Great Britain Baton Twirling Association Notes to the Accounts
for the year ended 31 August 2023
3 Plant, machinery and motor vehicles
| Cost At 1 September 2022 Additions At 31 August 2023 Depreciation At 1 September 2022 Charge for the year At 31 August 2023 Net book value At 31 August 2023 |
Computer Equipment £ 2,902 - 2,902 1,098 624 1,722 1,180 |
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