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2021-09-30-accounts

Charity Registration No. 1138319

Company Registration No. 07388608 (England and Wales)

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trustees Mr David Allsopp Mr Peter Sweeney Mrs Helen Thomson Mr John Eames PC Emma Shackell Charity number 1138319 Company number 07388608 Registered office PO Box 232 Newbiggin By The Sea Northumberland England NE63 3FU Independent examiner Rebecca Davison, ACA 12 Bessemer Court, Hownsgill Ind Park Consett Co Durham DH8 7BL

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

CONTENTS

Page
Chairman's statement 1
Trustees' report 2 - 6
Independent examiner's report 7
Statement of fnancial activities 8
Balance sheet 9
Notes to the fnancial statements 10 - 14

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

The idea of the charity was borne out of David's own personal experiences as he lay in hospital in Newcastle upon Tyne in July 2010, recovering from the horrendous shotgun injuries he suffered. David and his immediate family were incurring significant personal expenses to cover such matters as hospital car parking (around £500 in 3 weeks). There was no immediate financial help or assistance available to the family to help them meet these costs. But as they could afford it they bore the costs themselves, in doing so, almost overlooking the questions why should they have to pay it? "And what if they couldn't pay it?"

As with our first ten years, our eleventh year has been equally fulfilling. The entity David established continues to pass all the public and legal tests, an entity that can proudly hold its head high, and will continue to do so. David is no longer with us, but his spirit never dims and continues to live on in the Foundation and all associated with it.

Through this report, which will become a public record, I would like to thank every single person who has donated or helped the Foundation through its nine years in existence, no matter how small that may be. Also, to thank Trustees, Patrons and Committee members alike for their magnificent efforts in continuing to develop and deliver David's legacy. In simple terms, to help his emergency services colleagues when they most need it.

Chairman

Date: 23 May 2022

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 30 September

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the Foundation's governing document, the Companies Act 2006 and "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 1 January 2019).

Objectives and activities

The Foundation's objects are the relief of financial hardship amongst ambulance, police or fire service personnel injured in the course of duty (and the families and dependents of such personnel) and at the Trustees' discretion, to those injured in any other circumstance. The policies adopted in furtherance of these objects are based on the Foundation's publicised Grants Policy (or criteria); there

The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the Foundation should undertake.

The Foundation operates to a specific and publicised Grants Policy (or criteria). This is available on the website www.bluelampfoundation.org.

In summary, the headline criteria stipulates that applicants must

Upon receipt grant applications are processed through the website or via email and submitted to all Trustees for consideration. Results and decisions made by the Trustees are consolidated by the Chairman, who confirms criteria are met and expenditure can be justified/evidenced by receipts and/or other documentation. The Trustee's decision is then communicated by the Foundation's Chairman to the grant applicant. If successful, the applicant (or a relevant 3rd party) receives a cheque/bank transfer in settlement drawn on the Foundation's bank account.

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

Achievements and performance

Fundraising Events & Income Generation:

In the period covered in this report numerous fundraising events were held or participated in, from major national events through to small local events.

These include (as examples):

Overall, £93,629 of income was generated through donations from all of the above events and many, many others and from commercial activities operated by and on behalf of the Foundation (for example the on-line shop). To each and every person who has contributed towards the income and donations the Trustees extend a very big thank you.

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

Grants paid to organisations:

In seeking to maximise the effectiveness and coverage of the assistance and support the Foundation can provide across the wider emergency services family the Trustees approved a grant to the following organisation;

The Police Treatment Centres (PTC) - in May 2021 the Trustees approved the award of a grant of £50,000 as a contribution towards the overall costs for the development of a new Clinical Services Wing at the Centre at Harrogate. The new wing will not only increase the capacity for accommodating police officers requiring support and treatment, but also enable PTC too provide a broader range of clinical services.

Grant paid to individuals:

In the period covered by the report, 14 applications for Grants were managed. This included 1 application that was carried over from the previous year(s). However, of the 13 new applications, 1 was unfortunately rejected as the applicant did not satisfy the Grants Policy (see below) registered with the Charities Commission; the application was rejected as it did not relate to an injury whilst on duty.

The applications from the 13 individuals that were supported in the year, or carried over from the previous year, resulted in grants totalling £17,227 being approved by the Foundation's Trustees.

All of the grants paid to individuals (or directly to 3rd parties) involved the reimbursement of personal and/or family member expenses incurred as a direct consequence of injuries received whilst on duty;

Website:

The Foundation hosts a modern and dynamic website (www.bluelampfoundation.org). The overall management of the website facility is overseen by the Trustees with the day to day administration falling to Sharron Ashurst our PR and Media Director.

The website provides worldwide access to the following (list is not exhaustive)

The Trustees have considered the requirement for an Investment Policy and concluded that Foundation funds should be retained in a minimal risk, albeit at a low return, account with a major High Street Bank (currently Nat West Bank).

Financial review

The results for the financial period are set out in the Statement of Financial Activities.

Overall, the Foundation received income totalling £93,629 (2020 £14,825) with expenditure on charitable activities (grants made, support and governance costs) of £77,964 (2020 £28,124), resulting in an excess of income over expenditure for the year ended 30 September 2021 of £15,665 (2020 net deficit of £13,299).

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

Reserves policy

The Trustees have agreed that reserves ought to be maintained at the level sufficient to support the running costs of the charity for a two year period.

Risk Management

The Trustees have a risk management strategy which comprises:

The Trustees have identified the major risks to which they believe the Foundation is exposed

The following steps have been/will be taken:

Plans for future periods

At the AGM in 2022, the Trustees will be reviewing the progress and achievements in the past year and look at how best to build on these. Specific areas to be considered will be

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

TRUSTEES' REPORT (INCLUDING DIRECTORS' REPORT) (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

Structure, governance and management

The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.

The trustees, the first three of which are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were: Mr David Allsopp

Mr Peter Sweeney Mrs Helen Thomson Mr John Eames

PC Emma Shackell

None of the trustees has any beneficial interest in the company. All of the trustees are members of the company and guarantee to contribute £1 in the event of a winding up. As set out in the governing document, new trustees are presented to the existing board annually at the AGM.

The trustees' report was approved by the Board of Trustees.

Mr Peter Sweeney

Trustee

23 May 2022

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT

TO THE TRUSTEES OF PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of PC David Rathband's Blue Lamp Foundation (the Foundation) for the year ended 30 September 2021.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the trustees of the Foundation (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 (the 2006 Act).

Having satisfied myself that the financial statements of the Foundation are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of the Foundation’s financial statements carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act). In carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no 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 financial statements to be reached.

Rebecca Davison, ACA

12 Bessemer Court, Hownsgill Ind Park

Consett Co Durham DH8 7BL

Dated: 24 May 2022

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

**Unrestrict ** Unrestrict
funds funds
2021 2020
Note £ £
Income from:
Donations and legacies 3 93,629 14,825
Expenditure on:
Raising funds 4 5,994 2,727
Charitable activities 5 71,970 25,397
Total resources expended 77,964 28,124
Net income/(expenditure) for the year/
Net movement in funds 15,665 (13,299)
Fund balances at 1 October 2020 138,304 151,603
Fund balances at 30 September 2021 153,969 138,304

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.

All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

The statement of financial activities also complies with the requirements for an income and expenditure account under the Companies Act 2006.

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

2021 2020
Notes £ £ £ £
Current assets
Stocks 9 2,345 4,213
Cash at bank and in hand 152,957 135,424
155,302 139,637
Creditors: amounts falling due
within one year 10 (1,333) (1,333)
Net current assets 153,969 138,304
Income funds
Unrestricted funds 153,969 138,304
153,969 138,304

The company is entitled to the exemption from the audit requirement contained in section 477 of the Companies Act 2006, for the year ended 30 September 2021.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The financial statements were approved by the Trustees on 24 May 2022

Mrs Helen Thomson

Trustee

Company Registration No. 07388608

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

1 Accounting policies

Charity information

PC David Rathband's Blue Lamp Foundation is a private company limited by guarantee incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is PO Box 232, Newbiggin By The Sea, Northumberland, NE63 3FU, England.

1.1 Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Foundation's [governing document], the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the Charities SORP "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 1 January 2019). The Foundation is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The Foundation has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities not to prepare a f h l The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the Foundation. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold properties and to include investment properties and certain financial instruments at fair value. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2 Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Foundation has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in

1.3 Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Endowment funds are subject to specific conditions by donors that the capital must be maintained by the Foundation.

1.4 Income

Income is recognised when the Foundation is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the Foundation has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the Foundation has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

1 Accounting policies

1.5 Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement, and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges are ll d h i f h

1.6 Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition. Items held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured the lower of replacement cost and

Net realisable value is the estimated selling price less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be incurred in marketing, selling and distribution.

1.7 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other shortterm liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the Foundation’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

2 Critical accounting estimates and judgements

In the application of the Foundation’s accounting policies, the trustees are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the i i ff b h d f i d

3 Donations and legacies

UnrestrictUnrestricted UnrestrictUnrestricted
funds funds
2021 2020
£ £
Donations and gifts 93,629 14,825
Raising funds
UnrestrictUnrestricted
funds funds
2021 2020
£ £
Fundraising and publicity
Marketing and IT 3,750 877
Other fundraising costs 216 216
Fundraising and publicity 3,966 1,093
Trading costs
Other trading activities 2,028 1,634
5,994 2,727

4 Raising funds

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

5 Charitable activities

Trustees' Expenses
Grants to institutions
Grants to individuals
Share of support costs (see note 6)
Share of governance costs (see note 6)
Support costs
Support
costs
Governanc
e costs
£
£
Other operating
1,620
-
Insurance
302
-
Postage and
187
-
Sundries
165
-
Bank Charges
89
-
Independent
Examination fees
-
1,320
Legal and professional
-
990
2,363
2,310
Analysed between
Charitable activities
2,363
2,310		 Relief of
fnancial
hardship
Relief of
fnancial
hardship
2021
2020
£
£
70
350
57,050
2,500
10,177
18,976
67,297
21,826
2,363
2,251
2,310
1,320
71,970
25,397
2021
Support
costs
Governance
costs
2020
£
£
£
£
1,620
1,620
-
1,620
302
302
-
302
187
150
-
150
165
87
-
87
89
92
-
92
1,320
-
1,320
1,320
990
-
-
-
4,673
2,251
1,320
3,571
4,673
2,251
1,320
3,571		 Relief of
fnancial
hardship
Relief of
fnancial
hardship
2021
2020
£
£
70
350
57,050
2,500
10,177
18,976
67,297
21,826
2,363
2,251
2,310
1,320
71,970
25,397
2021
Support
costs
Governance
costs
2020
£
£
£
£
1,620
1,620
-
1,620
302
302
-
302
187
150
-
150
165
87
-
87
89
92
-
92
1,320
-
1,320
1,320
990
-
-
-
4,673
2,251
1,320
3,571
4,673
2,251
1,320
3,571
2020
£
1,620
302
150
87
92
1,320
-
3,571
3,571

6 Support costs

7 Trustees

None of the trustees (or any persons connected with them) received any remuneration during the year, but one of them was reimbursed a total of £69 for travelling expenses (2020- one trustee was reimbursed £350).

PC DAVID RATHBAND'S BLUE LAMP FOUNDATION

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

8 Employees

The average monthly number of employees (including trustees) during the year was:

2021 2020
Number Number
5 5
There were no employees whose annual remuneration was more than £60,000.
9 Stocks
2021 2020
£ £
Finished goods and goods for resale 2,345 4,213
10 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2021 2020
£ £
Accruals and deferred income 1,333 1,333

11 Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2020 - none).