Charity Registration Number
1142767
Evesham Parochial Church Council
The Parochial Church Council of All Saints, Evesham with St Lawrence
Unaudited Financial Statements
For the Year Ended 31 December 2021
Evesham Parochial Church Council
Contents of the Financial Statements For the Year Ended 31 December 2021
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| Report of the Trustees | 1 - 6 |
| Statement of Trustees' Responsibilities | 7 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 8 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 9 |
| Balance Sheet | 10 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 11 - 26 |
Evesham Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees For the Year Ended 31 December 2021
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 December 2021. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing the accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).
Administrative Information
The PCC is a body corporate (PCC Powers Measures 1956, Church Representation Rules 2006) and is a charity registered with the Charity Commission. The correspondence address and key contact details are given below.
Registered charity number (England & Wales): Registered office and Correspondence address:
Office telephone: E-mail: Website:
1142767 Church House Market Place Evesham Worcestershire WR11 4RW 01386 442213 office@evesham.church www.eveshamparish.com
Day to day management is delegated to the Parish Administrator, Katy Tarplee.
Members of the PCC
Incumbent: Church Wardens:
Deanery Synod Representatives: Members: (excluding ex officio)
Lay Chair of the Council: Secretary: Covenant Registrar: Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Registrar: Representatives to Churches Together:
Reverend Andrew Spurr John Inwood (Resigned 07/09/2021) Roberta Matthews (Resigned 01/03/2021) Amanda Palmer (Appointed 24/04/2021; Resigned 07/09/2021) John Ellis (Appointed 04/10/2021) Karen Sumpter Carol Sheehan Rosie Grove John Liggitt Sheila Wilkinson (Resigned 24/04/2021) Sara Greedy Clive Greedy Amy Hall-Cook David Hall Lee Fisher John Ellis Jayne Fleetwood
Sara Greedy Carol Sheehan Carol Sheehan Rosie Grove Roberta Matthews
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Evesham Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
For the Year Ended 31 December 2021 (continued)
Members of the PCC (Continued)
PCC members are appointed in accordance with the Church Representation Rules. The Incumbent, Church Wardens, Asum Lay Minister and Deanery Synod Representatives are ex-officio members of the PCC. Other members are elected at the Annual Parochial Church Meeting (APCM), or co-opted during the year.
Bankers, legal and other advisors:
Bankers: CAF Bank Ltd 25 Kings Hill Avenue Kings Hill West Malling Kent ME19 4JQ Independent Examiner: Rob Richards FCA CTA FCCA The Richards Sandy Partnership Ltd Thorneloe House 25 Barbourne Road Worcester WR1 1RU Surveyor: Alan Simcox Nick Joyce Architects LLP 5 Barbourne Road Worcester WR1 1RS
Objects and Activities
The primary object of all PCCs is the promotion of the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to the doctrines and practices of the Church of England. The PCC has the responsibility of co-operating with the incumbent in promoting in the ecclesiastical parish of Evesham, All Saints with St Lawrence the whole mission of the Church, pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical.
The PCC is committed to enabling as many people as possible to worship in All Saints and to become part of the parish community. Our services and worship put faith into practice through prayer and scripture, music and sacrament.
The PCC has complied with its duty under section 17(5) of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to guidance on public benefit, published by the Charity Commission.
The PCC is aware of its duty to have regard to House of Bishops’ guidance on safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. The PCC uses the ‘Safeguarding Toolkit’ provided in the diocese as a way of self-assessment to seek to ensure it fulfils that duty.
We try to enable people to live out their faith as part of our parish community through:
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Worship and prayer;
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Providing opportunities to engage with the Gospel;
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Contributing to the spiritual and moral education of children through the Junior Church;
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Practical expression of faith including pastoral care and missional outreach; and
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Provision of sacred spaces and church buildings.
To facilitate this work it is important that we maintain the fabric of the Church of All Saints and adjoining Church House.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
For the Year Ended 31 December 2021 (continued)
Structure, Governance and Management
In 2021 the PCC worked through the following committees:
Standing Committee
The only committee required by law. It has the power to transact the business of the PCC between its meetings, subject to any directions given by the Council. This committee comprises the Incumbent, the Churchwardens, the Treasurer and the Chair of the Finance Committee. The chair of this committee is the Reverend Andrew Spurr.
Liturgy and Mission Committee
Responsible for formulating mission policy for the PCC and for co-ordinating the working of the church’s mission in appropriate liturgy. The chair of this committee is the Reverend Andrew Spurr.
Fabric Committee
Responsible for managing the repair and upkeep of the properties for which the PCC is responsible. The chair of this committee is John Inwood.
Finance Committee
Responsible for overseeing the finances of the PCC. The chair of this committee
Financial Review
The total of unrestricted voluntary giving has increased this year to £32,762 compared to £29,729 in 2020. As illustrated in the table below, the number of regular givers has decreased by 1, but the average giving has increased by 10%.
| Year | Regular Giving (with Gift Aid) |
Regular Giving (not Gift Aid) |
Total Numbers |
Total Regular Giving |
Average Giving |
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| 2017 | 31 | 7 | 38 | 21,473 | 565 |
| 2018 | 29 | 10 | 39 | 19,632 | 503 |
| 2019 | 29 | 9 | 38 | 24,262 | 638 |
| 2020 | 27 | 5 | 32 | 19,241 | 601 |
| 2021 | 24 | 7 | 31 | 20,471 | 660 |
The “Goodbox”, has generated receipts of £1,095 (2020: £279) during the year. The increased figure reflects the opening of the church following lockdown. There is a distinct seasonality to the receipts with 54% being received in the July – September quarter.
Again, we have benefitted from the valuable support from John Martin’s Charity where we have received £17,498 in 2021 (£19,265 in 2020).
We have not received any legacies in 2021 (2020: £2,000)
Unrestricted income from activities for generating funds has decreased from £7,480 in 2020 to £5,070 in 2021. The prior year included a gift from The Friends of All Saints for stonework repairs.
There has been a small reduction in income from our financial investments from £3,580 to £2,825.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
For the Year Ended 31 December 2021 (continued)
The income from our property investments reduced from £19,680 in 2020 to £16,799 in 2021. This was due to the residential property being unoccupied for part of the year whilst refurbishment was carried out. As a result of this refurbishment, our rental income will be increased in 2022. The income from both of these properties continues to be a valuable contribution to our operating expenditure.
Our income from fees charged for wedding and funerals has increased to £2,209 (2020 £1,735) due to increased activity in weddings and funerals.
There has been a further decrease in the income from the Parish Magazine, and a decrease in costs. The net cost to produce and distribute the magazine is now £222 (2020 - £249).
Investment management costs have increased from £3,287 in 2020 to £6,583 in 2021. This was due to the refurbishment costs at 16 Albert Road. The net surplus realised from these investments was £10,216 (2020 - £16,393). This is expected to reverse in 2022 as 16 Albert Road has been relet at a higher rental.
Donations for our Food Bank have increased substantially from £10,572 in 2020 to £15,196 in 2021. The costs of providing goods for the Food Bank have also increased from £4,845 to £6,304. The demand for this service has seen a substantial increase and some of the current surplus funds will be used to improve the service facilities in 2022.
During 2021 there were a total of 1,292 food parcels given out. This compares to 1,216 in 2020 but less than 500 in the preceding years.
All foodbank funds have been reclassified as restricted following increased donations for this specific purpose.
Ministry expenses have decreased to £1,138 (2020: £2,019). The costs of the ASUM Lay Missioner are no longer shared with the parishes of St Peters (Bengeworth), St Andrew (Hampton) and All Saints (Evesham).
There has been a small decrease in our insurance premiums. The total premium for 2021 was £6,702 (2020: £7,190).
The costs of Electricity and Gas have increased from £7,854 in 2020 to £9,619 in 2021.
Expenditure on Caretaking has increased following the appointment of a new caretaker during the year.
The Statement of Financial Activities (SOFA) shows that the PCC continues to have net unrestricted expenses exceeding income. In 2021, this amounted to £32,725 compared with £29,472 in 2020.
The trustees have reviewed the appropriate risks to the charity and recognise that loss of funding and voluntary income is a substantial risk facing the charity given the continuing deficits year on year. They believe that a minimum of 12 months expenditure at current levels should be retained to ensure that the charity is able to continue its operations for a year should funding and donations become difficult to obtain. Total unrestricted expenditure for the year amounted to £109,888 and therefore current free reserves of £72,203 being 7.8 months expenditure (2020: 9.5 months). The trustees therefore confirm that the reserves policy has been exceeded and will continue to work to ensure that the retained earnings remains above this level in the future.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees
For the Year Ended 31 December 2021 (continued)
It is essential that we continue to review both the raising of income and the reduction of our costs without reducing the level of mission that we currently undertake.
Five Year Review
| Giving, activities and other Voluntary income (giving) Generating funds Other income Income giving/activities Resources expended Parish share Other expenses Total resources expended Net incoming/(outgoing) before investment income Investment income Net incoming/(outgoing) before grants and legacies Grants and legacies Grant income Legacies and memorials Net incoming/(outgoing) resources |
2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 £ £ £ £ £ 42,614 38,120 39,629 40,571 49,276 15,717 6,578 14,721 7,480 5,070 4,416 5,992 3,832 1,735 2,209 |
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| 62,747 50,690 58,182 49,786 56,555 |
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| 39,029 40,986 30,652 31,265 31,265 131,404 93,126 99,889 92,094 91,665 |
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| 170,433 134,112 130,541 123,359 122,930 |
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| (107,686) (83,422) (72,359) (73,573) (66,375) 27,292 27,314 25,659 24,659 21,659 |
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| (80,394) (56,108) (46,700) (48,914) (44,716) 24,488 20,790 20,318 19,265 17,498 - 200 200 2,000 - |
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| (55,906) (35,118) (26,182) (27,649) (27,218) |
Designated Funds
The PCC has designated the following funds: Mission and Liturgy Reserve and Fabric Reserve. The policy on designated reserves is reviewed annually by the PCC. The analysis of designated funds includes reconciliations back to the headings in the main financial statements. Where items have not been assigned to a fund (notably fixed assets and the creditor for parish share) these are reconciling items.
Mission and Liturgy Fund
The Mission and Liturgy Fund is intended to provide funds to support the work of the PCC in promoting the whole mission of the church (pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical) in the ecclesiastical parish of Evesham, All Saints and St Lawrence. The residential investment property, previously the curate’s house, has been allocated to this fund. Rental income from this property is used to maintain this asset and to support mission and liturgy work. Any excess of income over expenditure is transferred to the General Fund.
The fund had income of £5,356 (2020 £8,484) and expenses of £13,706 (2020 £10,198). The residential property’s value was reviewed and its carrying value has been increased from £180,000 to £200,000. After a transfer from the unrestricted fund of £8,350, the balance on this fund at 31 December 2021 was £200,000 (2020 £180,000) representing the value of the residential rental property.
Fabric Fund
The Fabric Fund is intended to provide funds to support the PCC in maintenance responsibilities for All Saints Church, Church House and the Bell Tower. As might be expected of buildings of their age, and despite regular maintenance,
substantial liabilities arise from time to time regarding the fabric of these buildings.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council
Report of the Trustees For the Year Ended 31 December 2021 (continued)
The existing investments, built up over many years through goodwill and generosity of the parishioners, have been assigned to the maintenance and upkeep of the church buildings. These investments help ensure adequate realised income to fund expected repairs, running costs and capital improvements. Unrealised gains are retained in the assets to help ensure an adequate future asset base. Any surplus of realised income over expected expense is transferred to the General Reserve.
This fund had income of £12,332 (2020: £16,347) and expenditure of £23,513 (2020: £35,468). A transfer of £11,181 was made from the General Fund. After revaluation and disposal gains on investments of £14,204 (2020 gain of £8,098) the balance on this fund at 31 December 2021 was £287,400 (2020 £273,197), representing investment assets and cash.
General Unrestricted Fund
All other accounts (assets, liabilities, income and expenses) have been allocated to the General Fund. The General
Fund is maintained to cover any short-term excess of expenditure over income, unforeseen rises in expenditure and other financial contingency, and to provide adequate working capital so that the operations of the PCC can be maintained at such times. Parish share is paid out of General Reserve. It is the policy of the PCC to hold a balance on the General Reserve equivalent to twelve months expected general expenditure (that is, expenditure not relating to mission, liturgy or fabric expenses and excluding parish share).
The fund had income of £59,475 (2020 £58,636) and expenses of £72,669 (2020 £67,275) including parish share of £31,265 (2020 £31,265). After transfers to designated funds the balance on this reserve was £27,768 (2020 £60,493).
Financial Review Summary
The statement of financial activities (SOFA) shows that unrestricted incoming resources amount to £77,163 (2020 £83,468). Unrestricted resources expended amounted to £109,888 (2020 £112,941) and net outgoing resources were therefore £32,725 (2020 £29,473). The principal funding sources are voluntary donations from congregation and investment income from CBF investment accounts. Restricted incoming resources were £18,549 (2020 £12,241) and expenses £13,042 (2020 £10,418) leading to net restricted income of £5,507 (2020 income £1,823). The principal funding sources are voluntary giving and investment income.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Report of the Trustees For the year ended 31 December 2021 (Continued)
Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities
The trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees’ Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
The law applicable to charities in England and Wales requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to:
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(a) select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently;
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(b) observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP 2019 (FRS 102);
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(c) make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
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(d) state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
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(d) prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation.
The trustees 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 Charities Act 2011, the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud or other irregularities.
The trustees are responsible for the maintenance and integrity of the charity and financial information included on the charity’s website. Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.
Approved by the Parochial Church Council on March 2022 and signed on its behalf by:
Revd Andrew Spurr
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Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Evesham Parochial Church Council
I report to the members on my examination of the accounts of the PCC for the year ended 31 December 2021 which are set out on pages 6 to 26.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charities members you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’)
I report in respect of my examination of the charity’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner’s statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the charity as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning 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 accounts to be reached.
Rob Richards FCA CTA FCCA The Richard Sandy Partnership Ltd Chartered Certified Accountants Thorneloe House 25 Barbourne Road Worcester WR1 1RU
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Statement of Financial Activities for the year ended 31st December 2021
| Unrestricted | Restricted | Restricted | YTD | YTD | ||
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| Notes | Funds | Funds | Funds | Funds | ||
| 2021 | 2020 | |||||
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| Incoming resources | ||||||
| Incoming resources from generated funds | ||||||
| Voluntary income (giving) | 32,762 | 16,514 | 49,276 | 40,571 | ||
| Voluntary income (grants) | 17,498 | - | 17,498 | 19,265 | ||
| Voluntary income (legacies) | - | - | - | 2,000 | ||
| Activities for generating funds | 5,070 | - | 5,070 | 7,480 | ||
| Investment income | 19,625 | 2,034 | 21,659 | 24,659 | ||
| Incoming resources from church activities | 2,209 | - | 2,209 | 1,735 | ||
| Total incoming resources | 2 & 6 | 77,163 | 18,549 | 95,711 | 95,710 | |
| Resource expended | ||||||
| Costs of generating funds | ||||||
| Costs of generating voluntary income | 813 | - | 813 | 1,053 | ||
| Investment management costs | 6,583 | - | 6,583 | 3,287 | ||
| Church activities | 69,791 | 13,042 | 82,833 | 86,398 | ||
| Parish share | 31,265 | - | 31,265 | 31,265 | ||
| Governance costs | 1,436 | - | 1,436 | 1,356 | ||
| Total resources expended | 3 & 6 | 109,888 | 13,042 | 122,930 | 123,359 | |
| Net outgoing resources | (32,725) | 5,507 | (27,219) | (27,649) | ||
| Other recognised gains/losses | ||||||
| Gain on revaluation of investment properties | 20,000 | - | 20,000 | - | ||
| Realised gain on sale of investments | 1,854 | - | 1,854 | - | ||
| Unrealised gain/(loss) on revaluation of investments | 12,350 | 9,433 | 21,783 | 11,312 | ||
| Net movement in funds | 1,479 | 14,940 | 16,418 | (16,338) | ||
| Reconciliation of Funds | ||||||
| B/Fwd Balance | 513,689 | 116,558 | 630,247 | 646,585 | ||
| C/Fwd Balance | 515,168 | 131,498 | 646,665 | 630,247 |
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Balance Sheet as at 31st December 2021
| Notes Fixed assets Tangible fixed assets 12 Investment properties 13 Investments 14 Current assets Debtors and prepayments Prepayments 16 Income tax recoverable Debtors 15 Cash at bank and in hand |
Unrestricted Restricted As at As at funds funds December December 2021 2020 £ £ £ £ 81,953 39,335 121,288 128,562 362,500 362,500 342,500 83,481 75,374 158,855 177,184 |
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| 527,934 114,709 642,643 648,246 |
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| 573 573 556 7,149 7,149 3,564 619 619 87 9,152 16,789 25,941 6,207 |
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| 17,493 16,789 34,282 10,414 |
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| Liabilities:amounts falling due within one year Creditors 17 Accruals for utilities 18 Parish share Net current assets |
6,772 - 6,772 3,640 18,276 18,276 14,351 5,211 5,211 10,422 |
| 30,259 - 30,259 28,413 |
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| (12,766) 16,789 4,023 (17,999) |
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| Total net assets Funds |
515,168 131,498 646,666 630,247 |
| 515,168 131,498 646,666 630,247 |
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Approved by the PCC on the 22[nd] March 2022 and signed on their behalf by:
Reverend Andrew Spurr John Ellis Chairman of the PCC Church Warden The notes on pages 11 to 26 form part of these accounts
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021
1. Accounting policies
The financial statements have been prepared under the Church Accounting Regulations 2006 in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS102) ‘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 (FRS102) (effective 1 January 2019)’ and the Charities Act 2011.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention with the exception of investments which are included at fair value, as modified by the revaluation of certain assets.
The significant accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all years presented unless otherwise stated.
The accounts are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these statements are rounded to the nearest pound.
The financial statements include all transactions, assets and liabilities for which the PCC is responsible in law. They do not include the accounts of church groups that owe their main affiliation to another body, nor those that are informal gatherings of church members.
Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included in the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity becomes legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
Donated facilities and volunteer services
Donated facilities are included at the value to the charity where this can be quantified and a third party is bearing the cost. No amounts are included in the financial statements for services donated by volunteers.
Income from donations and grants
Income from donations and grants, including capital grants, are included in incoming resources when receivable (i.e. when the PCC is legally entitled to the amounts due) with the following exceptions:
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(a) when donors specify that donations and grants given to the charity must be used in future accounting periods, the income is deferred until those periods.
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(b) when donors impose conditions which have to be fulfilled before the charity becomes entitled to use such income, the income is deferred and not included in incoming resources until the preconditions for use have been met.
When donors specify that donations and grants, including capital grants, are for particular restricted purposes, which do not amount to preconditions regarding entitlement, this income is included in incoming resources of restricted funds when receivable.
Voluntary income
Collections are recognised when received by or received on behalf of the PCC. Planned giving receivable under Gift Aid is recognised when received.
Income tax recoverable on Gift Aid donations is recognised when the income is recognised.
Income tax recoverable under the Gift Aid Small Donations Scheme (GASDS), introduced on 6th April 2013, is recognised based on donations received to date.
Legacies to the PCC are recognised when the PCC is legally entitled to the amounts due.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021 (Continued)
Amounts received specifically for mission or for other charities are dealt with as restricted funds.
Income from investments
Dividends and interest are recognised when the charity is entitled to receipt.
Gains and losses on investments
Realised gains or losses are recognised when investments are sold. Unrealised gains or losses are recognised on the valuation to fair value of those investments.
Government Grants
The Charities SORP states that where the conditions attached to a grant are within the charity's control and there is sufficient evidence those conditions may be met, then the incoming resources should be recognised as incoming resource. Where uncertainty exists as to whether the charity can meet conditions within its control, the grant should be deferred as a liability until certainty exists that the conditions imposed can be met.
Other income
Sales of books and guides, funds raised by events, parochial fees receivable and other income are recognised when received. All incoming resources are accounted for gross.
Resources expended
All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to that category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Grants and donations are accounted for when paid, or when awarded if that award creates a binding obligation on the PCC.
Parish share is accounted for when due. Any parish share unpaid at 31 December is provided for in these financial statements as an operational and moral (though not a legal) liability and is shown as a creditor in the Balance Sheet. Governance costs relate to the cost of the independent examination of the accounts. All other expenditure is recognised when incurred and is accounted for gross.
Fixed assets
Consecrated and benefice property and repair of such property
Consecrated and benefice property is not included in the accounts in accordance with s.10(2)(a) of the Charities Act (2011). All expenditure incurred during the year on consecrated or benefice buildings or on repair of moveable church furnishings is recognised as an expense.
Moveable church furnishings held by the vicar and churchwardens on special trust for the PCC, and which require a faculty for disposal, are accounted as inalienable property unless consecrated. These assets are listed in the church's inventory which can be inspected at any reasonable time. These assets are not valued as there is insufficient reliable cost information relating to such inalienable property and conventional valuation approaches lack sufficient reliability.
Functional fixed assets
Fixed assets other than investment assets and investment properties are not revalued. There is insufficient information available for assets acquired prior to 2002 and therefore such assets are not valued in the financial statements. All such expenditure has been written off when incurred.
Following FRS102 the cost of the land of the Church House extension is not depreciated.
FRS102 states that where an asset comprises a number of different components with differing life spans, then each component should be depreciated over its individual life span. The Church House extension comprises a number of different components (roof, structure, kitchen, etc). The historic cost of these individual components is not available while the total historic cost is known.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council
Notes to the accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2021 (Continued)
Indicative allocation figures have been sourced with respect to housing from the National Housing Federation (NHF) (in conjunction with valuers Savills). While the Church House extension is clearly not a residential dwelling, the property is considered to be sufficiently comparable for these figures to be adopted as the basis for a reasonable allocation and the development of appropriate policies by the PCC. These policies have been reviewed and amended following professional guidance.
Church House comprises a number of different components each of which is depreciated on a straight-line basis with the following estimated useful economic lives:
Structure - 150 years Roof - 80 years Electrics - 25 years Windows & doors - 30 years Electrical heating - 30 years Bathrooms - 40 years Kitchen units - 25 years Church Chairs – 10 years
The useful economic life of selected components of the Church House extension exceeds 50 years. As per FRS102 these assets are subject to an annual impairment review performed either by the treasurer or by the Finance Committee. The heating system used within the church is depreciated on a straight line basis over an estimated life of 25 years. This policy has been revised with the asset life being extended from 10 years to 25 years reflecting professional opinion following the servicing of the boiler in 2012.
The church lighting scheme is depreciated on a straight line basis at 10% per annum (estimated life of 10 years). This scheme became operational in December 2008.
The heating system used in Church House is depreciated on a straight line basis at 10% per annum (estimated life of 10 years). This system became operational in December 2008.
Individual items of equipment with a purchase price of £500 or less are written off when acquired.
Investment assets
Investments are valued at fair value at 31 December. Unrealised gains or losses on revaluation are credited or debited to the fund to which they relate. Investment properties are valued at the trustee's best estimate of fair value.
As the lease on the residential investment property is relatively short, this property is valued at comparable average property prices in a reasonable market. The valuation is based on a set of valuations, recent house sales of comparable local properties and Halifax house price inflation. Unrealised gains or losses on revaluation are credited or debited to the fund to which they relate.
Liabilities
Liabilities are included in the accounts as soon as recognised.
Where a government grant has been received, but the related expenditure has not been incurred, then that grant is recognised as a creditor. Please note that such grants are repayable to the relevant grant-making body if the conditions of use are not met.
Provision for Liabilities and Charges
In line with SORP where the PCC has earmarked part of its unrestricted funds for a particular future purpose, this intention to expend funds in the future is not recognised as a provision for a liability in the accounts.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2021 (Continued)
Taxation
The Charity has charitable status and is thus exempt from taxation of its income and gains falling within Section 505 of the Taxes Act 1988 or Section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that they are applied to its charitable objectives.
Funds
Reserves are held in order to support and advance the responsibilities of the PCC.
Restricted Funds
Restricted funds represent:
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(a) income from trusts or endowments which may be expended only on those restricted objects provided in the terms of the trust or bequest; and
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(b) donations or grants received for a specific object or invited by the PCC for a specific object.
The funds may only be expended on the specific object for which they were given. Any balances 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 investment, interest is apportioned to individual funds on an average balance basis.
The PCC endeavours to ensure that costs which can be properly attributed to restricted funds are charged to those funds. Note 3 details the basis and movement of restricted funds.
Unrestricted funds
Unrestricted funds are general funds which can be used for PCC ordinary purposes. Funds designated for a particular purpose by the PCC are also unrestricted. Note 3 details the funds designated by the PCC (and where applicable detailing the reserve to be maintained) and transfers between funds.
Transfers between designated funds
Any deficit on the Mission & Liturgy Fund is met by transferring surplus amounts from the General Fund. Any surplus of realised income over expected expense is transferred to the General Fund, and any deficit is addressed by a transfer from the General Fund.
The policy of the PCC is to hold a balance on the General Fund equivalent to twelve months expected general expenditure.
Financial instruments
Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the entity after deducting all of its financial liabilities.
Where the contractual obligations of financial instruments (including share capital) are equivalent to a similar debt instrument, those financial instruments are classed as financial liabilities.
Financial liabilities are presented as such in the balance sheet. Finance costs and gains or losses relating to financial liabilities are included in the profit and loss account. Finance costs are calculated so as to produce a constant rate of return on the outstanding liability.
Where the contractual terms of share capital do not have any terms meeting the definition of a financial liability then this is classed as an equity instrument. Dividends and distributions relating to equity instruments are debited direct to equity.
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2 INCOMING RESOURCES
| Voluntary income (giving) Planned giving: Gift Aid donations PGS Scheme Income tax recoverable Gift Aid Small Donations Scheme Collections at all services Other donations Fabric box Goodbox Job Retention Scheme Grant Voluntary income (grants) John Martin's Charity Voluntary income (legacies) Legacies Activities for generating funds Parish magazine sales Parish magazine advertising Sale of parish guides and books Social events (including fête) Hire of Church and Church House Other income Investment income Income from investments Interest on deposits Rent receivable from: Commercial investment property Residential investment property Income from church activities Fees Total incoming resources |
Designated Unrestricted Mission & General Liturgy Fabric Fund Fund Fund £ £ £ 12,094 8,377 4,432 1,157 2,664 1,833 1,110 1,095 - 32,762 - - 17,498 17,498 - - - - 115 442 166 - 2,779 1,558 10 4,503 557 10 - 2,504 322 12,000 4,799 2,504 4,799 12,322 2,209 59,475 5,356 12,332 |
YTD 2021 £ 12,094 8,377 4,432 1,157 2,664 1,833 1,110 1,095 - 32,762 17,498 17,498 - 115 442 166 - 2,779 1,568 5,070 2,825 - 12,000 4,799 19,625 2,209 77,163 |
YTD 2020 £ 12,076 7,165 4,364 975 1,995 733 289 279 1,854 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29,729 | |||
| 19,265 | |||
| 19,265 | |||
| 2,000 | |||
| 157 647 110 - 1,855 4,711 |
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| 7,480 | |||
| 3,580 - 12,000 7,680 |
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| 23,260 | |||
| 1,735 | |||
| 83,469 |
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3 RESOURCES EXPENDED
| Designated Unrestricted Mission & General Liturgy Fabric Fund Fund Fund £ £ £ Fundraising costs Cost of magazine 779 Cost of social events 34 - 813 - Investment management costs Rent collection for residential investment property 1,121 Property repairs of investment property 5,462 - - 6,583 - Church activities Missionary and charitable giving: Overseas Home - |
Designated Unrestricted Mission & General Liturgy Fabric Fund Fund Fund £ £ £ Fundraising costs Cost of magazine 779 Cost of social events 34 - 813 - Investment management costs Rent collection for residential investment property 1,121 Property repairs of investment property 5,462 - - 6,583 - Church activities Missionary and charitable giving: Overseas Home - |
YTD 2021 £ 779 34 813 1,121 5,462 6,583 - - |
YTD 2020 £ 1,053 - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1,053 | |||
| 922 2,365 |
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| 3,287 | |||
| - | |||
| Ministry: | |||
| Ministry / clergy expenses Cost of services Fabric costs Insurance Electricity and gas Rent of Church House Water Rates Caretaking, cleaning wages and materials Building maintenance Surveyors fees Depreciation Music costs: Organists salary, organ and music costs Sound system repairs and maintenance Support costs: Office and secretarial expenses Treasurer Fees Cost of computer, printing, stationery, etc. Photocopying costs |
329 809 - 1,915 4,787 6,480 3,139 1,800 37 37 2,535 7,329 7,683 - 1,927 271 5,172 247 20 14,677 3,000 3,249 1,612 |
329 809 - 6,702 9,619 1,800 74 9,864 7,683 - 2,198 5,419 20 14,677 3,000 3,249 1,612 |
761 1,258 - 7,190 7,854 1,800 165 7,354 18,908 - 4,057 5,101 33 14,781 2,450 1,647 1,505 |
| Other costs: | |||
| Safeguarding/DBS Sundry expenses Parish share Parish share Governance costs Independent examiner's fees Total resources expended |
121 - 2,616 - 39,968 6,310 23,513 31,265 1,436 72,669 13,706 23,513 |
121 2,616 69,791 31,265 1,436 109,888 |
115 1,002 |
| 75,980 | |||
| 31,265 | |||
| 1,356 | |||
| 112,941 | |||
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Notes to the accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2021
4 RESOURCES, TRANSFERS AND ANALYSIS OF ASSETS
| Total unrestricted incoming resources (Note 2) Total unrestricted resources expended (Note 3) Net incoming/(outgoing) resources before transfers Transfers between funds Net incoming/(outgoing) resources after transfers Other recognised gains/(losses) Gain/(loss) on revaluation of investment property Gain/(loss) on revaluation of income shares Gain/(loss) on revaluation of income units Realised gain/(loss) on sale of investments Write back historic Parish Share Liability Net movement in funds |
Unrestricted Funds General Mission & Liturgy Fabric 2021 Total 2020 £ £ £ £ £ 59,475 5,356 12,332 77,163 83,469 (72,669) (13,706) (23,513) (109,888) (112,941) Designated Funds |
|---|---|
| (13,194) (8,350) (11,181) (32,725) (29,472) (19,531) 8,350 11,181 - - |
|
| (32,725) - - (32,725) (29,472) - 20,000 - 20,000 - - - 11,607 11,607 6,851 - - 743 743 1,247 - - 1,854 1,854 - - - - - - |
|
| (32,725) 20,000 14,204 1,479 (21,374) |
|
| Balance at 1 January 2021 Balance at 31 December 2021 Analysis of Assets Tangible fixed assets (at Net Book Value) Land of Church House extension Church House extension structure Church House extension roof Church House extension fittings Church House extensionelectrical heating Church House extension bathroom Church House extension kitchen Church Heating Investment properties Commercial investment property Residential investment property Investments Debtors and prepayments Prepayments Income tax recoverable Debtors Cash at bank and in hand Creditors Accruals for utilities Creditor for Parish Share |
60,493 180,000 273,196 513,689 535,064 |
| 27,768 200,000 287,400 515,168 513,690 |
|
| 15,000 - - 15,000 15,000 33,723 - - 33,723 34,002 2,005 - - 2,005 2,044 30 - - 30 65 29 - - 29 46 437 - - 437 476 30,729 - - 30,729 32,247 - - - - 271 |
|
| 81,953 - - 81,953 84,151 |
|
| - - 162,500 162,500 162,500 - 200,000 - 200,000 180,000 - - 83,481 83,481 111,245 573 - - 573 556 7,149 - - 7,149 3,564 619 - - 619 87 (33,203) - 42,355 9,152 - (6,772) - - (6,772) (3,640) (17,340) - (936) (18,276) (14,351) (5,211) - - (5,211) (10,422) |
|
| 27,768 200,000 287,400 515,168 513,690 |
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021
5 DESIGNATED FUNDS
Mission & Liturgy Fund
The designated Mission & Liturgy Fund is used to support the work of the PCC in promoting the whole mission of the Church (pastoral, evangelistic, social and ecumenical) in the ecclesiastical parish of All Saints, Evesham, with St. Lawrence.
The residential investment property, the old curate's house, has been allocated to this fund. Rental income from this property is used to maintain this asset and also to support mission and liturgy work. Any excess of income over expenditure is transferred to the General Fund. Any deficit on the Mission & Liturgy Fund is met by transferring surplus amounts from the General Fund.
An amount of £8,350 was transferred to the designated Mission & Liturgy Fund from the unrestricted General Fund according to PCC policy.
Fabric Fund
The designated Fabric Fund is intended to support the PCC in its maintenance responsibilities for All Saints' Church and the Bell Tower.
As might be expected of buildings of their age, and despite regular maintenance, substantial liabilities arise from time to time regarding the fabric of these buildings. The existing investments, built up over many years through the goodwill and generosity of parishioners, have been assigned to the maintenance and upkeep of the church buildings. These investments help ensure adequate realised income to fund expected repairs, running costs and capital improvements. Unrealised gains are retained in the assets to ensure an adequate future asset base. Any surplus of realised income over expected expense is transferred to the General Fund, and any deficit is addressed by a transfer from the General Fund.
An amount of £11,181 was transferred from the designated Fabric Fund to the unrestricted General Fund according to PCC policy.
General Fund
All other accounts (assets, liabilities, income and expense) have been allocated to the General Reserve. This fund is maintained to cover any short-term excesses of expenditure over income, unforeseen rises in expenditure and other financial contingency, and to provide adequate working capital so that the operations of the PCC can be maintained at such times. Parish share is paid out of the General Fund. It is the policy of the PCC to hold a balance on the General Fund equivalent to twelve months expected general expenditure.
General activity this last year resulted in a net expenditure of £32,725, while the balance on this fund is £27,768.
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6 RESTRICTED FUNDS
| Incoming resources Voluntary income - giving Transfer on closure of 100 Club Investment income Total incoming resources Resources expended Church Activities Missionary and charitable giving: Overseas Home Fabric costs Bank Charges Depreciation Total resources expended Net incoming resources being net movements in funds |
Restricted Restricted Restricted Restricted Restricted Bell Tower Restoration Collections Food Bank AW Education Fund Fund Fund Fund Fund £ £ £ £ £ - 1,319 15,196 - - 2,034 - 2,034 1,319 15,196 - 6,304 - 756 904 - 2 5,076 906 5,076 756 6,304 - (906) (3,042) 563 8,892 - |
YTD Restricted Funds 2021 £ 16,514 - 2,034 18,549 - ` 6,304 - 756 904 2 5,076 13,042 5,507 |
YTD Restricted Funds 2020 £ 10,842 - 1,399 . |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12,241 | |||
| 4,845 357 80 - 60 5,076 |
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| 10,418 | |||
| 1,823 | |||
| Other recognised gains/(losses) Unrealised gain/(loss) on revaluation of investments Net movement in funds |
9,433 (906) 6,390 563 8,892 - |
9,433 | 3,214 |
| 14,940 | 5,037 | ||
| Balances at 1st January Balances at 31st December Analysis of Assets Tangible Assets Deposits Cash at hand and in bank |
2,730 107,262 9 5,727 830 1,824 113,652 572 14,619 830 39,335 - - - - 1,824 (1,057) 572 14,619 830 |
116,558 131,498 39,335 - 16,789 |
111,521 |
| 116,558 | |||
| 44,411 - 22,192 |
|||
| Investments Balances at 31st December |
- 75,374 1,824 113,652 572 14,619 830 |
75,374 131,498 |
49,955 |
| 116,558 |
Sources of Restricted Funds
The ‘Bell Tower’ fund contains the balance of grants and donations given to help pay for the conservation and maintenance of the Bell Tower. Interest on these monies are retained in this fund.
The fund had no income in the year and expenditure of £906. The balance on the fund at the year-end was £1,824.
The ‘Restoration’ Fund arises from a generous legacy given by Miss Sylvia Martin for church restoration in memory of her mother Mrs Cecilia Martin whose remains are interred here. The executrix of the estate wrote to the PCC in 2014 providing examples of appropriate possible expenses; including repairing the roof, rewiring the lighting system, or repairing the sound loop. The executrix commented: “I am quite sure that now – from a better place – Sylvia would approve whatever practical or even beautifying use was made of her money, provided that the work carried out could be ascribed by, say, a small plaque on the wall – as being in grateful memory of Cecilia Martin, who worshipped in this church, and her birth and death dates.” The PCC considers the “Restoration” fund to apply to both All Saints’ Church and the Bell Tower.
The fund had an income of £1,449 from investments and a depreciation charge of £5,076. The balance on the fund at the year-end was £113,652 after revaluation of the investments.
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6 RESTRICTED FUNDS (continued)
The ‘Collections’ Fund comprises collections for other charities. Income was £1,319 and expenditure of £756. The balance on the fund at the year-end was £572.
The “Foodbank” Fund consists of donations received for the purchase of food and other household goods for distribution to those in need. This fund was classified as designated in prior years and the trustees have reclassified it as restricted in 2020.
The fund had an income of £15,196 (2020: £10,572) and an expenditure of £6,304 (2020: £4,845). The sum of £14,619 is held in this fund to provide support for the foodbank (2020: £5,727).
The ‘AW Education’ Fund is a fund to honour the commitment of Mr Whitehouse to Christian evangelism and ongoing spiritual development. Its purpose will be to provide funding assistance for materials to be used in catechesis and other programmes of education in the Christian faith. There were no transactions during the year and the balance of the fund remains at £830.
7 COLLECTIONS
The following collections, made during the year are all restricted:
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| Collections per Restricted Collections Fund Christingle (Children's Society) Angel Tree (Long Lartin) Charity Mission Morogoro Closure of 100 Club for charitable use Christian Aid Total |
Overseas Home Giving giving included in included in SOFA SOFA - 39 - 212 - - - 751 - 317 |
Total Total 2021 2020 39 10 212 67 - 193 751 - 317 - |
|---|---|---|
| - 1,319 |
1,319 270 |
|
| STAFF COSTS AND EMOLUMENTS Gross wages and salaries Social security costs Pension Contributions Total |
2021 2020 24,769 21,694 - 311 218 204 |
|
| 24,987 22,209 |
Number of employees was 3 (2020: 3) equivalent to 1.6 (2020: 1.0) full time employees. The PCC is currently exempt from the requirements of the Welfare Reform and Pensions Act 1999 to One employee is eligible to be enrolled in a stakeholder pension and this was actioned in April 2016. No employee received remuneration in excess of £60,000.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021
9 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
FRS 8 ("Related Party Transaction") requires disclosure of related party transactions if the transaction is material and not concluded under normal market. The Charities SORP states that "trustee remuneration or other benefit should always be regarded as material", and details require disclosure.
At the PCC Meeting held on the 19th October 2015, it was agreed that due to not being able to find a volunteer to act as PCC Treasurer that the post would be advertised and be a paid position. Mr J Liggitt of JL Accounting Services Ltd was appointed on the 1st November 2015 for a twelve month period at a fee of £4,480. Mr Liggitt was co-opted as a member of the PCC. Mr Liggitt's contract was extended in November 2016. From the 1st March 2019, the fees payable under this contract were reduced to £3,600 per annum. There is no outstanding balance with this related party at the date of the Balance Sheet. There are no provisions for doubtful debts, nor related write-offs, in connection with this related party.
With the exception of the above, no member of the PCC nor any connected person received any remuneration from the PCC.
Five (2020: six) members of the PCC, acting as agents for the PCC, made purchases on its behalf and were reimbursed a total of £381 (2020: £544) for those purchases. Some members of the PCC have also made donations to the PCC but the donors have not attached conditions.
10 COST OF INDEPENDENT EXAMINATION AND OTHER FINANCIAL SERVICES
The amount payable to the independent examiner in respect of external scrutiny, for the year ended 31 December 2021 was £1,436 (2020: £1,356). The independent examiner was not paid for any other financial services.
11 FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
| Carrying amount of financial assets Debt instruments measured at amortised cost Equity Instruments measured at cost less impairments Carrying amount of financial liabilities Measured at amortised cost |
2021 40,136 145,382 185,518 30,257 |
2020 6,294 177,184 |
|---|---|---|
| 183,478 | ||
| 28,413 |
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Notes to the accounts
for the year ended 31 December 2021
12 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
| All restricted Cost At 1 January 2021 Additions Revaluations At 31 December 2021 Accumulated depreciation At 1 January 2021 Charge for year Disposals At 31 December 2021 Net Book Value At 31 December 2021 At 31 December 2020 |
Church Church Church Church Church Church Church Church House House House House House House House House Church extension extension extension extension extension extension extension extension House Church Church Church land structure roof electrics fittings electric heating bathroom kitchen heating heating lighting chairs Total 15,000 41,814 3,136 2,091 1,045 522 1,568 37,938 10,259 53,256 37,937 50,756 255,322 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
|---|---|
| 15,000 41,814 3,136 2,091 1,045 522 1,568 37,938 10,259 53,256 37,937 50,756 255,322 |
|
| - 7,812 1,092 2,091 980 476 1,092 5,692 10,259 52,985 37,937 6,345 126,761 - 279 39 - 35 17 39 1,518 - 271 - 5,076 7,274 - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
|
| - 8,091 1,131 2,091 1,015 493 1,131 7,209 10,259 53,256 37,937 11,421 134,034 |
|
| 15,000 33,723 2,005 - 30 29 437 30,729 - - - 39,335 121,288 |
|
| 15,000 34,002 2,044 - 65 46 476 32,246 - 271 - 44,411 128,561 |
Church House is not owned by the PCC but by the "Trustees of Church House and Walker Hall". In November 1908 a legal document between the Queen Anne Bounty, Dr Walker (Vicar of All Saints), the Bishop of Worcester, the Ecclesiastical Commissioners and nine named Trustees, transferred the "Old Vicarage" (now called Church House) from the Benefice to the Trust. In December 1908 the Walker Hall was added to the Trust. The objects of the Trust are to manage the building which is to be used by the Vicar (or officiating minister) and the Trustees for divine service, Sunday School, class, meeting or lecture room for religious instruction or secular instruction under the control of the Vicar, clerical meetings or committees of any society connected with the C of E, and other meetings or other objects or purposes having in view the spiritual, intellectual, moral or social wants of members of the C of E which the Officiating Minister and the Trustees jointly think desirable. The extension to Church House is the property of the PCC and is under the sole care and responsibility of the PCC.
Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021
13 INVESTMENT PROPERTIES
All unrestricted
| Carrying value at 1 January Gain/(Loss) on revaluation of investment properties Market value at 31 December |
Residential Commercial Investment Investment Total Total Property Property 2021 2020 £ £ £ £ 180,000 162,500 342,500 342,500 20,000 - 20,000 - |
|---|---|
| 200,000 162,500 362,500 342,500 |
Valuation of residential investment property
Per Charities SORP, and in line with FRS 102 the residential property was professionally revalued to market in 2019 and reviewed this year. As a result of this review the property was revalued to £200,000 reflecting the current market and extensive refurbishment of the property in 2021. The Trustees believe the properties to be accurately valued at the year end.
This investment property is held primarily to provide an investment return and is not programme related.
Valuation of commercial investment property
The commercial investment property was professionally revalued in 2019 and reviewed this year. Per Charities SORP, and in line with FRS
The property is leased under a 10 year lease which expires on 1st December 2024.
This investment property is held primarily to provide an investment return and is not programme related.
Historic Cost
All unrestricted
| All unrestricted | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | Commercial | |||
| Investment | Investment | Total | Total | |
| Property | Property | 2021 | 2020 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Historic cost | 79,882 | 22,016 | 101,898 | 101,898 |
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2020
14 UK INVESTMENTS
Unrestricted
| Carrying value at 1 January Disposal of investments Realised gain/(loss) on disposal of investments Transferred to restricted Unrealised gain/(loss) on revaluation Market Value at 31 December |
Income Income Total Total Shares Units 2021 2020 £ £ £ £ 90,493 20,751 111,244 119,130 (20,000) (21,966) (41,966) - 1,383 471 1,854 - - (15,985) 11,607 743 12,350 8,099 |
|---|---|
| 83,482 - 83,482 111,244 |
Restricted
| Carrying value at 1 January Transfer from unrestricted Unrealised gain/(loss) on revaluation Market Value at 31 December Total Investments |
Income Shares £ 65,941 - 9,433 75,374 |
Total Total 2021 2020 £ £ 65,941 46,741 - 15,985 9,433 3,214 |
|---|---|---|
| 75,374 65,940 |
||
| 158,856 177,184 |
The Charity Commission publication 'Charities and Reserves' (cc19) notes that in some circumstances there may be doubt as to whether a donation or legacy is a gift of income or endowment funds. This guidance goes on to note (p.15) that if any evidence exists, or can be inferred, from the circumstances of the donation or legacy, that a donor or testator had a specific intention one way or the other, the trustees must treat the gift or legacy accordingly. With this guidance in mind, a review was conducted in December 2013 of available documentation relating to the UK investment held by Evesham PCC.
The UK investments of income units relates to The Church Estate (St Lawrence)
The Church Estate (St Lawrence) fund was intended for "church expenses and upkeep" in connection with the Church of St Lawrence (per July 1927 form of application to the Charity Commission to authorize a sale). When this parish church was transferred to the Redundant Churches Fund (now called the Churches Conservation Trust) these funds were transferred to All Saints. This investment is still held.
In the light of the above it is clear that the UK investment of income units held by Evesham PCC are not restricted, the capital is available for use, and these funds are for general church purposes. Little documentation has been identified in relation to the history of the UK investment of income shares, but this is believed to relate to general church purposes for the parish.
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021
| 15 DEBTORS Unrestricted LPWGS Sundry |
15 DEBTORS Unrestricted LPWGS Sundry |
Total Total 2021 2020 £ £ 577 68 42 19 |
Total Total 2021 2020 £ £ 577 68 42 19 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 619 87 |
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| 16 PREPAYMENTS Unrestricted Prepayments Prepaid water rates (church) Prepaid water rates (Church House) Prepaid music copyright Prepaid photocopier rental Prepaid telephone and broadband Prepaid alarm system Prepaid guard response 17 CREDITORS Unrestricted Creditor for independent examiner Creditor for treasurer Weddings & Funerals Control account Advertising Control Account Repairs to Fabric Commercial investment rental creditor Creditor for locking-up church Creditor for Church House cleaning Other creditors 18 ACCRUALS Unrestricted Accrual gas church Accrual electricity Church House Accrual electricity Bell Tower Accrual Church House rent Accrual telephone Accrual photocopier rental Accrual broadband Accrual Church House insurance Accrual photocopier usage |
Total Total 2021 2020 £ £ - 33 - 33 147 119 104 104 55 - 88 88 179 179 |
||
| 573 556 |
|||
| Total Total 2021 2020 £ £ 1,400 1,320 - 600 1,381 512 - 269 2,750 (250) 87 - 194 187 960 1,002 |
|||
| 6,772 3,640 |
|||
| Total Total 2021 2020 £ £ 679 592 123 146 35 15 9,000 7,200 9 16 - - - - 7,884 5,969 24 11 |
|||
| 18,276 14,351 |
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Evesham Parochial Church Council Notes to the accounts for the year ended 31 December 2021
19 FUNDS NOT INCLUDED IN THE ACCOUNTS
Bright Sparks, the Bellringers and the Choir accounts have not been included in these financial statements as they are under the control of their own respective organisations.
Vicars and Churchwarden funds, and the Vicar's discretionary funds, are not included in these accounts as they are held on trust, being available independently of the church for distribution to the poor.
20 CONNECTED CHARITIES
The "Friends of the Evesham Parish Church and the Bell Tower" (registered charity number 507102) is a charity connected to Evesham PCC. The objects of the society are "to co-operate with the Parochial Church Council in the preservation, adornment and general maintenance of the Evesham Parish Church and the Bell Tower, their activities and services, their ornaments and furnishings; to promote public interest in the Church and the Bell Tower, their history and their work."
The "Trustees of Church House and Walker Hall" is not a connected charity although the vicar is an ex-officio trustee and the trust administers Church House which is used by the PCC and Church Office.
The "Retreat House Trust" is not a connected charity. This Trust, which owns a property near Abbot Reginald’s gateway, exists to maintain that property and to provide support for All Saints' Church. The trustees of the charity "Trustees of Church House and Walker Hall" are also trustees of the "Retreat House Trust" with the exception of the vicar (who traditionally, as a potential beneficiary of the charity, is not invited to sit as a trustee).
The "John Martin's Charity" (registered charity number 527473) is not a connected charity although the vicar is ex-officio a trustee. The PCC is a recipient of grants from this charity which are provided under a scheme sealed on 28[th] February 1989 which provides that: "a further sum of not less than £50 but not exceeding 5% thereof [i.e. total income] in or towards defraying the expenditure incurred by the Parochial Church Council of the Ecclesiastical Parish of All Saints and St. Lawrence, Evesham, in maintaining and repairing the church buildings and in otherwise furthering the religious and educational work of the Church of England in that ecclesiastical parish."
The "Chapel of St Mary Magdalene" is not a connected charity although the vicar is an ex-officio managing trustee. Under a scheme sealed on 18[th] June 1992, the income of this charity, after first defraying the cost of managing its investments, is applied "towards providing and maintaining facilities for public worship at Evesham Community Hospital and otherwise furthering the religious and other charitable work of the Church of England in or near Evesham."
The "Evesham Abbey Bell Tower Appeal Trust" (registered charity 1152780) is not a connected charity although a past PCC treasurer is the chair, secretary and treasurer of that charity. Under the trust deed (dated 5th July 2013) the charitable objects are: "to promote for the benefit of the public the preservation, conservation, protection and improvement of the Bell Tower, Evesham, Worcestershire, including its fabric, furnishings, fittings and function" and "to advance the education of the public in the appreciation, history, function, conservation and preservation of the Bell Tower, Evesham."
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