LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
Com
an
Limited b Guarantee
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
31 MARCH 2025
CompaDy Number 07087941
Charity Number 1134426
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LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
CONTENTS
PAGE
Members of the board and professional advisers
Trustees annual report
Independent report to the trustees
Statement of financial activities
10
Balance Sheet
11
Notes to the financial statements
12-17
win
es do not form
art of the financial statemen
Detailed income and expenditure account
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MEMBERS OF THE BOARD AND PROFESSIONAL ADVISERS
The board of trustees
D Antrobus (chairperson)
A Coulthard (resigned 111712024)
M Port (resigned 111712024)
P Stranack
K Barlow
N Woods (resigned 281412025)
R Stafford (appointed 191712024) (resigned
411012024)
l Moss (appointed 191712024)
S Potts (appointed 191712024) (resigned
411012024)
Registered ofifice
151 Floor
Granite Building
6 Stanley Street
Liverpool
LI 6AF
Independent Examiners
Alexander Myerson & Co Limited
Chartered Accountants
Alexander House
61 Rodney Street
Liverpool
LI 9ER
Bankers
Lloyds Bank PIC
88-94 Church Street
Liverpool
LI 3AY

LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The trustees have pleasure in presenting their report and the financial statements of the charity for the year
ended 31 March 2025.
ll¥lTRODUCTION
Liverpool Bereavement Servi¢¢ is a r¢gist¢red charity with the Charities Commission, number 1134426.
LEGAL STATUS
We are a company limited by guarantee, number 07087941 (registered in England and Wales)
OBJECTIVES OF LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT sER￿CE
The main aims and objectives of the charity are as follows: .
l. To offer one to one counselling and group support to bereaved people ID Liverpool and Adjolnlng
boroughs.
2. To Advance the specific education of interested people and to promote the education of the
beneficiaries in the understanding of bereavement.
ORGANISATION
On the 31" March 2010 all assets and liabillties of Liverpool Bereavement Service were transferred to the
limited company Liverpool Bereavement Service, which is limited by guarantee. The company was formed
on 2611112009 and ¢ommeneed its activities on 11412010.
INVESTMENT POWERS AND RESTRICTIONS
In accordance with the Memorandum and Articles of Association, the Executive Committee has the power to
invest monies in investments, securities, property, and such other lawful things as are necessary for the
achievements of the objectives as may be thought fit.
Achievements Performance and Pro
ress
Introduction.
As we reflect on another year of service at Liverpool Bereavement Service (LBS). it is with immense pride
that we present our Trustee Annual Report for the year ending 31 st March 2025. This report documents not
only the growth and development of our core services but also the increasing demand and complexity of the
support we offer.

LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
TRUSTEES AIINUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The context in which we operate continues to be deeply impacted by national and global challenges. The UK
continues to feel the effects of the cost-of-living crisis, reductions in NHS and local support services. and
increasing mental health struggles, especially among young people and underserved communities. Within
this climate. bereavement support remains an essential and life-saving service.
Despite these challenges. LBS has continued to expand our provision, increase our reach, and maintain our
commitment to accessible, high-quality SUPPOrt for all who need us. Our dedicated staff, counsellors, and
volunteers are the heartbeat of our service. We are deeply gratefvl for their compassion, professionalism, and
resilience.
National Context and Poliey Developments
In our 2023-24 report, we highlighted the landmark UK Commission on Bereavement report 'Sereavemen¢
is Everyone s Business" which outlined eight key areas for systemic change in how ber¢avem¢nt is
supported across the UK.
As of March 2025, there has still been no fornial government response to the Commission's
recommendations. This continued silence highlights the ongoing absence of a national bereavement
strategy-despite growing evidence of increasing n¢¢d across communities.
Recent data from the Resolution Foundation (2024) shows that 340/0 of young people aged 18-24 are
reporting symptoms of anxiety or depression, with grief often compounding these issues. Universities and
GP services are under increased pressure, with bereaved students often falling through the cracks of
generalist mental health provision.
In the absen¢¢ of national structural reforni, services like Liverpool Bereavement Service remain critical in
bridging the gap, offering specialist, trauma-infornied, and free bereavement support to those most at risk.
Service Overview
We are proud to report that in 2024125:
We supported approximately 800 clients directly, with over 1,000 clients currently registered on our
system.
We have over 60 volunteer counsellors. with 45 actively delivering sessions.
We welcomed new student counsellors, many of whom chose to remain with LBS post-qualification.
We expanded our therapeutic offering to include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye
Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapies.
Our Oakleaf Children & Young People's Service now supports clients aged 4-25.
We strengthened our referral pathways and increased referrals from NHS services, GPS, social
workers, and local organisations.
Our waiting time for adult counselling services is currently 8-12 weeks, reflecting the high level of
demand.

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TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Key Developments
Increased Referral Demand: We experienced a sharp rise in referrals due to Closures of regional
services leaving up to 800 bereaved individuals without support.
Support for Neurodivergent Clients: We have seen a rise in clients with recent diagnoses of
ADHD, Autism, and other neurodiverse presentations.
Expanded Youth Provision: Following an increase in university student referrals. Oakleaf has
extended its services to 25-year-olds to bridge gaps in mental health and bereavement care,
Specialist Training: Our volunt¢¢r counsellors undertook specialist CPD on Infant Loss, supported
by The Infant Loss Foundation.
Soutbport Trngedy Response: Following the tragic mass stabbing in Southport (July 2024), LBS
worked closely with Mers¢yside Police and local schools to provide trauma-informed support to
students and staff through our Oakleaf team.
Case Study - Adult Services
Bereavement & Neurodiversity: One of our adult clients a man in his 40s-eame to LBS following the loss
of his father. Recently diagnosed with Autism and ADHD, he struggled with emotional regulation and felt
isolated. Through consistent support with one of our volunteer counsellors trained in both bereavement and
neurodiversity, the client dev¢loped emotional tools to process his grief and reconnect with family members.
"Withoui ihis space, I don 't think I'd hLYve survived the pasifew months, I was heard in a way ltre never
been heard before. '
CAse Study- Oakleaf Children and Young People's Service
Southport Mass Stabbing Response: After the devastating attack in Southport, Merseyside Police reached out
to LBS to ask what support could be put in place. Oakleaf counsellors immediately began working with two
local schools every Friday> delivering group sessions to traumatised children and staff. We also offered I: I
counselling where needed and have remained in close Contact with school staff.
"Oakleafhelped begin lofind ourfeel again during an incredibly difficult lime. Their calm presence made
a real difference, and we 're gratefyl ¢0 have had that support inplacefor boih ihe children and staff. '
Case Study- Baby and Cbild Loss Services
Parental Grief & Connection.. A couple came to us following the loss of their baby shortly after birth. With
no local gri¢f-sp¢cialist support and long NHS wait times, they were referred by their GP. Over the course of
their sessions, they processed their grief and, with help from their counsellor. found ways to re-engage with
life while honouring their loss.
"You helped us survive ¢he darkest days. Your service held w logether, We can lalk again. We can live
again. '

LtVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Client Feedback and Quotes
Adult Service:
"My counsellor helped me niakepeace with something I never thoug￿ I could live witk"
"Every Jes'siori gave nie sfr'epigth. Ifeli seen and safe.,
Oakleaf:
"J used iofeel like no one understood me. Now Iknow Ikn not alone."
"Afier Oakleaf I m more confident andJ don ? hide myfeelings anymore."
Baby and Child Loss;
"You gave us a space to grieve tknt we didn't even know we needed. '
"There are no wordsfor what this meanl to us. Just thankyou."
Fundraising & Community Support
W¢ ar¢ proud to have received generous support from:
Fonner clients running personal fundraising campaigns
Community members participating in the Liverpool Santa Dash
Local businesses choosing LBS as their charity partner
"I'll neverforget what LBS didfor me, Runningfor you is the least I can do."
This year's increas¢ in donations has helped us to fund training, r¢sour¢¢s, and ongoing volunteer SUPPOrt,
including covering travel and supervision expenses-which ensures we continue to deliver high-quality care
across all services.
Awards & Recognition
In February 2025, our Service Manager, Sue Johnston. was nominated for the 'Volunleering and Leadership
Community Impac¢ Award. by the Liverpool Biennial Community Awards hosted by Liverpool-based charity
Be Free Campaign. This recognition helped raise our visibility within the local community and increased
awareness of our services across the Liverpool region.
Challenges & LookSng Ahead
While we celebrate the expansion of our services, challenges remain. Reductions in local mental health
services and the closure of bereavement services in nearby areas have increased pressure on our organisation.
Demand continues to outpace capacity.
Looking ahead, we are working to:
Develop space for Integrated Therapeutic Support
Increase our EMDR and LB'I. provision
Further expand Oakleaf s 18-25 age group capacity
Provide accessible, high-quality SUPPOrt to clients with neurodiverse needs
We remain committed to timely, inclusive, and effective bereavement care.

LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Acknowledgements
We wish to thank the following organisations and individuals:
National Lottery Community Fund
Alan & Tamara Tune, for their continued support of Oakleaf
Liverpool Women's Hospital. Liverpool Cares Centre, NHS Talking Therapies, The Brain Charity,
Stroke Association, and other refeTTeTS
All our donors, fundraisers. and supporters across Merseyside and beyond
Finally, our deepest thanks go to our counsellors, staff, students, and volunteers. The work you do changes
lives.
On behalf of the Board of Trustees,
Dave Antrobu4 Chair of Trustees Liverpool Bereavement Service

LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
EXECUTIVE cOM￿tTTEE
Members are elected by Annual General Meetings of the Liverpool Bereavement Service, with vacancies being
filled, as required, by the Executive Committee in accordance with Liverpool Bereavement Service's
Memorandum and Articles of Association.
RESERVES POLICY
We will aim to maintain reserves of six months nornial running costs to meet contingencies.
THE TRUSTEES
The trustees who served the charity during the period were as follows:
D Antrobus (chairperson)
MPort
A Coulthard
P Stranack
K Barlow
N Woods
R Stafford
l Moss
S Potts
PUBLIC BENEFIT
The trustees confirni that they have referred to Charity Commission guidance on Public Benefit when
reviewing aims and objectives and plans for the fvture. The trustees have and will continue to ensure that
charitable expenditure will be made to further a charitable purpose to the public benefit.

LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMENT SERVICE
TRUSTEES ANNUAL REPORT
YEAR ENDED 31 IWICH 2025
TRUSTEES? RESPONSIBILITIES
The Directors (Trustees) are responsible for preparing the Annual Report and the financial statements in
accordance with applicable law and regulations.
Charity law requires the Directors to prepare financial statements for each flnancial year. Under that law the
Directors have elected to prepare the financial ststements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). The financial
statements are.required to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the financial
activities of the charity for that period. In preparing those financial statements, the Directors are required to
Select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.
Make judgements and ¢5timates that are reasonable and prudent.
Prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that
the charity will continue in business.
The Directors are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy
at any time the financial position of the charity and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements
comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and
hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
I sl Floor
Granite Building
6 Stanley Street
Liverpool
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Signed on behalf of the trustees
Dave Antrobus- Director
Approved by the trustees on..

LIVERPOOL BEREAVEMEIYT SERVICE
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES
li
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
I report on the accounts of the company for the year ended 31 March 202S, which are set out on pages l O to
17.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) are
responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act
2006 ('the 2006Act').
Having satisfied myself ihat the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of th¢
2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination. I report in respect of my examination of your charity's
accounts as caffied out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act.). In carrying out my
examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5) (b) of the
2011 Act.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed examination. l confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the
examination giving me cause to believe:
l. Accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by section 386 of the 2006
Act.. or
2. The accounts do not accord with those records. or
3. The accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the 2006 Act other
than any r¢quirement that the accounts give a tru¢ and fair view which is not a matter considered as
part of an independent examination, or
4. The accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the
Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to
charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in
the UK.and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)).
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 understsnding of the accounts to be
reached.
Paul Burns Bsc Hons BFP FCA
Alexander Myerson & Co Limited
Chartered Accountants
Alexander House
61 Rodney Street
Liverpool
LI 9ER
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LIVERPOOL BEREAvEI￿￿NT SERVICE
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
(INCLUDll¥G INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT)
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Restricted Unrestricted
Funds
Funds
2025
2025
Total
FuDds
2025
Total
Funds
2024
Note
llYCOMLYG RESOURCES
li
Grants receivable
Donations & Fundraising
Other income
71,250
500
31,056
71,750
31,056
86.850
13,826
TOTAL INCOMING
li
RESOURCES
557
104 807
RESOI)RCES EXPENDED
Consultancy and fundraising
Management and administration
TOTAL RESOURCES
EXPENDED
167454
166914
72
Transfer of funds
NET tNCOMINGI(OUTGOING)
RESOURCES FOR THE
PERIOD
(25,483)
(37,164)
(62,647)
(64,079>
Balances brought forward
Balances carried forward
There were no acquisitions or discontinued activities during the year. The charity has no recognised gains
or losses other than as stated in the statement of financial activities.
The notes on pages 11 to 17 form part of these finaneial statements.
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BALANCE s}￿ET
31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
Note
FLKED ASSETS
Tangible assets
834
1.144
CURRE￿[ ASSETS
Cash at bank and in hand
Debtors
130,624
225,828
136900
CURRENT L￿]LITIEs
Creditors
341
160
NET CURRENT ASSETS
TOTAL ASSETS
FUNDS
Unrestrict¢d
Designated
Restricted
100.393
35,000
137.557
35,000
The company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year
ended 31 March 2025. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of the financial
statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the special provisions applicable to
charitable Companies subject to the small companies, regime.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for:
(a) ensuring that the Company keeps accounting records which comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the
Companies Act 2006 and
(b) preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company as at
the end of each financial year and of its surplusldeficit for each financial year in accordance with the
requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies
Act 2006 relating to financial.statements. so far as applicable to the company.
The financial statements on pages 10 to 17 were approved by the Board of Trustees and signed on their behalf
by,.
Dave Antrobus - Director
Dat
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The notes on pages 12 to 17 form part of these finaneial statement$.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
I. ACCOUNTll¥lG POLICIES
Basis of preparing the financial statements
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 (FRS 102) (effective l January
2015) - (Charities SORP (FRS102)). the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of
Ireland (FRS 102) and the Companies Act 2006.
Depreciation
Depreciation is calculated so as to write off the cost of an asseL less its estimated residual value, over the
useful economic life of that asset as follows:
Office Equipment- 25 % cost
Incoming Resources
Income is recognised in full on the Statement of Financial Activities in the year in which the charity has
entitlement to the income. Incoming resources are deferr¢d when they have been received in advance of the
service period.
Expendlture
Expenditure is accounted for on an accrual basis.
Funds
Unrestricted funds are funds which are not designated for a particular purpos¢. Restricted funds are set out
in Note 8 to the accounts. These are funds restricted for a specific purpose.
Pension Contributions
Pension contributions ar¢ charged to the SOFA for the p¢rAod in which they Telat¢ to.
Presentation currency
The presentation eurrency of the financial statements is the Pound Sterling (£).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 IktARCH 2025
2. GRANTS RECEIVABLE
Restricted Unrestricted
2025
2025
Total
2025
Total
2024
Alan & Tamra Tune - Uakleaf
Children In Need
Leamington Community College
National Lottery
Notre Dame Catholic College
NHS Cheshire & Merseyside ICB
Merseyside Police Federation
St James Methodist Church
LCVS Community Mental Health
33,000
33,000
38,250
38,250
76.500
10,350
3. TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED
Restricted
2025
Unrestricted
2025
Total
Funds
2025
Total
Funds
2024
Consultancy and Fundraising
Mana
emen
Staff Costs
96,733
1,574
98,307
100,579
Other Costs
147
Note: Independent Examiner Fees 2025: £2.400.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR EIYDED 31 MARCH 2025
4. PARTICULARS OF ETrLPLOYEES:
The average number of staff employed by the charity during the financial year amounted to:
2025
No
2024
Professional staff
Administrative staff
There were no employees who are deemed to be high paid staff.
No trustees received remuneration during the year.
During the year Trustees were reimbursed for expenses totalling £114 incurred on behalf of the charity
(2024: £87).
Salaries and National Insurance 2025: £97,064 2024: £99,335
Pension Costs 2025: £1,243: 2024 £1,243
5. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Cost at l April 2024
Additions
At 31 Marcb 2025
13,619
Depreciation at l April 2024
Charge for the period
At 31 March 2025
12,475
764
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 March 2025
At 31 March 2024
6. DEBTORS
Prepayments
7. CREDITORS
2025
2024
Accruals
Deferred Income - A & T Tune
2,341
2,160
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NOTES TO THE FINAIYCIAL sTATEME￿[s
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
8. FUNDS
Unrestricted
blf
Movement
Total
clf
Unrestricted
Designated
137.557
000
(37,164)
100,393
The Designated fund is unrestricted funds set aside to cover the rent. service charges and dilapidation
costs to the end of the lease.
RESTRICTED FUNDS
Balance
"Income
at 114124
Expenditure
Transfer to
BalAnce
Unrestricted at 3113125
A & T Tune - Oakleaf
National Lottery
Oakleaf Children's Service
33,000
38,250
33,000
63,734
25,484
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IYOTES TO TKE FJF4ANCIAL STATEMENTS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ALAN & TAMARA TUNE. OAKLEAF
This funding was granted of £33.000 to support a children's bereavement counsellor/support worker
NATIONAL LOTTERY
This was towards salaries and counsellor's support.
DONATIONS AND FUNDRAISING
This fundin8 was raised to support the services.
NET ASSETS
Restricted
Unrestricted
Total
Tangible Assets
Current Assets
Current Liabilities
834
136,900
834
136,900
10. SUPPORT COSTS
Included in management and administration costs are support costs totalling £1 0,939
for the year. {2024: £14,174)
11. PENSION COSTS
Pension contributions during the year totalled £1,243 (2024: £1.243} £61 was outstanding at the year
end.
12. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
There have been no related party transactions in the year which require disclosure.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMEI¥4TS
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
13. OPERATING LEASE COMMITMENT
Minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases fall due as follows:
2025
2024
Belwe¢n one and fjve years
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DETAILED STATEMENT OF FllYANCIAL ACTIVITIES
YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
2025
2024
YC0￿£
A&TTune
Everton in the Community
K J Services
National Lottery Funding
NHS Cheshire & Merseyside ICB
Notre Dame Catholic College
Sundry Grants
LCVS Community Mental Health
Unrestricted Grants
Donations and fundraising
Course fees and training
Gift Aid
Bank Interest
TOTAL llycoME
33.000
300
200
38,250
76,500
10,350
31,056
13,826
FUNDRAISING & PUBLICITY
Consultancy and fundraising
mANAGE1V￿ NT & ADMtNISTRATION
Salaries. National Insurance & pensions
Consultants
Rent, rates, H&L & service charges
Stationery & postage
Bank Charges
Telephone
Training and supervision
Travel & subsistence
Insurance
Accountancy Charge
Subscriptions
Sundry Expenses
Computer software
Professional Fees
Repairs and Renewals
Depreciation
98,307
23,350
26,395
1,458
155
1,577
3,403
5,772
883
2,400
293
555
215
227
1,700
100,579
20,860
21,185
1,541
139
1,993
6,230
7,334
883
2,160
283
945
248
619
167 454
166 914
TOTAL EXPENDITURE
TOTAL IDEFICIT)ISURPLUS
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