CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES IA COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE) UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 CHARITY NUMBER 1142883 COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER 07080573
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 CONTENTS PAGE Trustees Report (Incorporaling Directors Annual Report) Independent Examiner's Report statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes lo the Financial Statements
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES TRUSTEES, REPORT (INCORPORATING DIRECTORS, ANNUAL REPORTI FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Status: Company limited by guarantee Principal Address: 2-2a Gwydr Crescent Uplands Swansea SA2 OAA Trustees: Mrs C. Kirby (Chair) Mrs A. Gravell Mr M.J. Piper {Treasurer) DrE.He Mr P. N. Hawkins Mrs. O. Hodgson Mrs S. Harries served thToughoul the year served throughout the year served throughout the year served throughout the year served throughout the year resigned 20, June 2023 served throughout the year The directors have pleasure in presellling their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024. Princlpal Activitles The principal activity of the company throughout the year was lo support individuals affected by cancer, whether they are a patient, family member, carer or friend. Charltable Statu$ The company is a registered charity with the charity number 1142883 and is a company limited by guarantee. Directors-. Mrs C. Kirby Mr M.J. Piper Mrs A. Gravell Mr P.N. Hawkins DrE.He Mrs S. Harries {appointed 17" May 2023)
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES TRUSTEES. REPORT (INCORPORATING DIRECTORS, ANNUAL REPORT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Ob ectives of the charit To provide information, emotional support and one to one counselling to anyone of any age affected by Cancer. To initiate, develop and maintain new projects which meet the need of local communities, enhance participation, and improve the quality of people's lives. To identify and address the needs of local communities through ils outreach counselling service. To provide effective volunteering opportunities. To offer support by way of one to one COUT)selling and erllolional support al ils informalioT) and support centre in Swansea, al Swansea Bay University Health Board premises in Nealh and Baglan and Y Bwthyn Newydd specialist palliative care centre at Princess of Wales hospital, Bridgend. To work in partnership with other third sector organisalions with the aim of supporting individuals through their cancer journey. To develop and maintain links with local hospices, hospitals, GP surgeries. businesses, and industries. Activities and review of the ear 10248 conlacts were made during the year, including 4621 telephone and online support calls. The organisation continues to make its support available across Swansea, Neath Port Talbot, and Bridgend. Virtual support channels, introduced as a way of supporting individuals safely during the pandemic, continue to be popular with clients, allowing service users greater choice of how they access CISS support. During the year, CISS received a donation of £35,500 from the Swansea and Gower Self- help group. These funds are being ulilised lo pay the salary and costs of a further outreach counsellor, recruited during the year to address the increasing demand on our outreach setvice. The Trustees would like to express their thanks to Swansea Bay University Health Board for ils ongoing financial and operational assistance. They would also like to express their gratitude lo all staff members and volunteers for their hard work and dedication during the year.
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES TRUSTEES, REPORT (INCORPORATING DIRECTORS, ANNUAL REPORTI FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 CISS would like to thank all donors and shoppers for their support of our retail operation during the year. CISS continued to seek grants from differing charitable trusts across the UK. The Board would like to extend its thanks to those trusts that gave their financial support during the year. The Board reviews ils reseNes policy on an annual basis with the retention of up to three months operating costs, together with premises decommissioning costs, in the event of the winding up of the organisation. The trustees advertise on an ongoing basis for new members to join the organisalion's board, The board are pleased with the performance of the charity during the year and consider the organisalion to be in a strong position for the foreseeable future. Structure Governance and Mana ement Cancer Information & Support SeNices is a company limited by guarantee governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 18, November 2009. The staff consist of 11 paid staff and sessional workers. We are also lucky lo see 31 volunteers across the charity responsible for various duties including volunteering ther lime on our Board of Trustees and working in our charity shops. Their donation of time ensures CISS is able continue to deliver ils vital support lo our service users at what can be a difficull time of their lives. The Board meets every six weeks to ensure CISS progresses in line with their strategic direction. Staff meet quarterly lor more often if required) lo discuss operational developments or issues that may arise. Counselling staff receive monthly supervision in line with BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psycholherapy) requirements.
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES TRUSTEES, REPORT (INCORPORATING DIRECTORS, ANNUAL REPORTI FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Mana ement of the Chari The day to day running of the organisation is performed by salaried staff. Trustees and staff meet regularly where open and honesl communication within the organisalion is strongly encouraged. Volunteers meet regularly to either receive training or communication on the charity's activities. Counselling supervision for staff and volunteer counsellors is undertaken within BACP guidelines. Trustees Trustees are appointed by the board. Tru$teeslDirectors' Res onsibllltles Company law requires the directors to prepare f1nan¢ial slalements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the slate of affairs of the charity and of the incoming resources and application of resources, including the income and expenditure of the company for that period. In preparing those financial slatemenls, the dreCtorS are required lo.'_ select suitable accountir)g policies and apply them consistently., make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent., prepare the financial statements on a going concern basis unless il is inappropriate to assume that the charity will continue in business., stale whether the applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial stalemenls. observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP., The directors are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose wilh reasonable accuracy at any lime the financial position of the charity and 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 deleclion of fraud and other irregularities. Amounts are presented within items in the slalement of financial activities and balance sheet, the directors have had regard lo the substance of the reported transaction or arrangement, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles or practice.
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES TRUSTEES, REPORT (INCORPORATING DIRECTORS, ANNUAL REPORT} FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Small Com Rules The report of the directors has been prepared taking advantage of the small companies exemption of section 415A ofthe Companies Act 2006. Approved by the Trustees on 12 November 2024 and signed on their behalf by Chair of Trustees Mrs C. Kirby
INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES I report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 7 10 14. Respectlve Responsibllltles of Committee Members and Examiner The direclorsltrustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. They consider that an audit is not required for the year under section 144121 of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. Having satisfied myself that the charity is not subject to audit under company law and is eligible for independent examination, it is my responsibility to: examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act., to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145{5}Ib) of the 2011 Act, and to slate whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of Independent Examiner's Report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Chaiily Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. 11 also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and the seeking of explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, consequently no opinion is given as lo whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited lo those matters set out in the statement below. Independent Examiner's Statement In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention.. which gives me reasonable Cause lo believe that, in any material respect, the requifements.' to keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 and 387 of the Companies Act 2006,. and lo prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of Sections 394 and 395 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of the Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Slalemenl of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective 1 January 2015). Have not been met.. or 12) lo which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order lo enable a proper understanding of the accounts lo be reached. KATHRYN STALLARD, F.C.C.A. WILLIS JONES 64 WALTER ROAD SWANSEA SA14PT DATE: 12 November 2024
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Notes Reslricled fund5 Unreslricled Total funds Total funds funds 2024 2023 INCOMING RESOURCES Grants 118441 118441 113436 FUNDRAISING Charity Shop5 (including gift aid) Recycling Others Donations & legacies lin¢luding gift aidl Investment income 109209 3908 5485 38714 6118 109209 3908 5485 38714 6118 104618 1652 4365 3308 1610 281875 281875 228989 RESOURCES EXPENDED Fundraising and publicity 111261 111261 111541 NET INCOMING RESOURCES AVAILABLE 280749 280749 227835 CHARITABLE EXPENDITURE Wage5 and Salaries inc pension costs Training and recruilmenl Travelling expenses Lollery prizes Repairs, renewals and maintenance Telephone, fax and email Printing, 51alionery and postage Refreshments Services Insurances Rent and rates Bank charge5 including Ebay A¢counlancy Depreciation Sundrie5 Consultancy and professional fees Cleaning and waste removal Subscriptions Computer expenses 187481 226 4551 1175 826 2468 1542 504 4178 3016 18299 2928 1800 1483 596 712 3485 1459 30 187481 226 4551 1175 826 2468 1542 504 4178 3016 18299 2928 1800 2150 596 712 3485 1459 30 171630 240 2815 1225 1221 2361 2131 1732 3524 3271 21866 2536 1800 2542 145 808 3323 1341 102 667 TOTAL CHARITABLE EXPENDITURE 667 236759 237426 224613 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 867 236759 237426 224613 NET IEXPENDITUREII INCOME FOR THE YEAR BIFORWARD FUNDS TRANSFERS 16671 2049 43990 209674 43323 211723 3222 208501 FUNDS AT 31 MARCH 2024 1382 253664 255046 211723 The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derived from continuing activities.
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES (COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER 07080573) BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2024 Note 2024 2023 FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 5381 6319 CURRENT ASSETS Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 2738 249471 3749 204222 252209 207971 CURRENT LIABILITIES Amounts falling due within one year 10 {2544} 12567} NET CURRENT ASSETS 249665 205404 TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 255046 211723 NET ASSETS 255046 211723 REPRESENTED BY:. Unreslricled funds Restricted funds 13, 14 15 253664 1382 209674 2049 255046 211723 These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 relating lo small companies and in accordance with FRS 102 SORP. Approved by the Board of Directors on 12, November 2024. The directors consider that the company is entitled to exemption from the requirement lo have an audit under the provisions of section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 and confirmed that the members have not required the company lo obtain an audit of ils a¢¢ounts for the year in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006. The Irusleesldirectors acknowledge their responsibilities for ensuring that the corllpany keeps accounting records which comply with section 386 of the Companies Act 2006, and for preparing accounts which give a true and fair view of the company and of ils profit for the year then ended in accordance with the requirements of section 394 and 395 of the Cofflpanies Act 2006 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of this Act relating to accounts, so far as applicable to this company. LIL ALL Mrs C. Kirby M. Piper Chairman Treasurer
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE These financial statements have been prepared in accordarice with FRS 102, 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland, the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice (SORPI, FRS 102, and the Charities Act 2011. ACCOUNTING POLICIES la) 58sis of accounting The accounts have been prepared under the limited cost conventions with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise slated in the relevant notes lo these accounts. The accounts have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statement of Recommended Practice {SORPI applicable lo charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021, and with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of1reland, and with the Charite5 Act 2011. The Charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. {bl Going Concern There are no material uncertainties about the charity's ability to continue. {cl Voluntary income Voluntary income is received by way of donations and gifls and is included in full in the Statement of Financial Activities when received. Gifts in kind are valued al their estimated value lo the charity and included under the appropriate headings. {dl Grants Grant5 including grants for the purchase of fixed assets are recognised in full in the Statement of Financial Activities in the year in which they are received. {el Restricted funds Restricted funds are to be used for specif1ed purposes as laid down by th8 donor. Expenditure which meets these criteria is identified lo the fund. (fj Unrestricted funds Unrestricted funds are donations and other income received or generated for the objects of the charity without further specified purpose and are available as general funds. D8precialion Tangible fixed assets other than freehold land are slated al cost less depreciation. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the Cost less estimated residual value of each asset over their estimated useful economic lives on a straight line basis, as follows'.- 200/0 on cost Ig) Fixtures and fittings.. Office equipment.. 20% on cost
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 (CONT.) GRANTS RECEIVABLE 2024 2023 Unrestricted Funds Local Health Groups and Charitable Trusts 118441 113436 TRUSTEES AND DIRECTORS REMUNERATION AND EXPENSES None of the trustees were remunerated or paid expenses during the year. There were no related party transactions. INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S FEES Fees paid lo the independent examiner in the year were £1,800 (2023.. £1,800). EMPLOYEES The average number of employees during the yearwas'.- 2024 Number 2023 Number Manager Retail Lead counsellor Out reach counsellor 10 Their total remuneration was'.- 2024 2023 Wage5 and salaries Employers pension costs Social security costs 153566 3057 30858 142505 2729 26396 187481 171630 No employee received employee benefits of more than £32,590 during the year (2023.. £32,590). 10
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 {CONT.) TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS Fixtures and fittings Office equipment Total Cost Al 1 April 2023 Additions Disposals 13527 903 9649 309 23176 1212 At 31 March 2024 14430 9958 24388 Depreciation At 1 April 2023 Charge for the year Disposals 9590 862 7267 1288 16857 2150 At 31 March 2024 10452 8555 19007 Net Book Value Al 31 March 2024 3978 1403 5381 At 31 March 2023 3937 2382 6319 As al 31, March 2024, fixtures and fittings held in a restricted fund have a carrying value of £1,382 {2023.' £2,049) DEBTORS 2024 2023 General fund HMRC 2165 573 2952 797 2738 3749
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 ICONT.) CASH IN HAND AND BANK ACCOUNTS 2024 2023 General funds bank account Cash in hand 249394 77 204196 26 249471 204222 10. CREDITORS '. AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR 2024 2023 Other creditors 2544 2567 2544 2567 The amounts falling due within one year have the following split'.- 2024 2023 Unreslricled fund creditors 2544 2567 2544 2567 FUNDS Restricted Unrestricted Total As at 1 April 2023 2049 209674 211723 Movement in year {667) 43990 43323 Transfer from unrestricted As at 31 March 2024 1382 253664 255046 12. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES There were no related party transactions for Ihe year ended 31 March 2024. 12
¢ANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 ICONT.) 13. UNRESTRICTED FUNDS 2024 2023 INCOME Grants 118441 113436 OTHER INCOME Charity Shops (including gift aid) Others Donations & legacies (including gift aid) Recycling Bank Interesl 109209 5485 38714 3908 6118 104618 4365 3308 1652 1610 281875 228989 EXPENDITURE Fundraising and Publicity Wages and Salaries Training and recruitment Travelling expenses Lottery prizes Repairs, Renewals and Maintenance Telephone, Fax and E-mail Printing, Stationery and Postage Refreshments Services Insurances Rent and Rates Bank Charges (including Ebayl Accountancy Depreciation Sundries Consultancy and Professional Fees Cleaning and waste removal Subscriptions Computer expenses 1126 187481 226 4551 1175 826 2468 1542 504 4178 3016 18299 2928 1800 1483 596 712 3485 1459 30 1154 171630 240 2815 1225 1221 2361 2131 1732 3524 3271 21866 2536 1800 1875 145 808 3323 1341 102 237885 225100 SURPLUS OF INCOME OVER EXPENDITURE Blforward funds Transfer to restricted funds 43990 205254 3889 201365 BALANCE CIFWD 249244 205254 13
CANCER INFORMATION & SUPPORT SERVICES NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 {CONT.I 14. WEST GLAMORGAN REGIONAL THIRD SECTOR FUNDING PROGRAMME - UNRESTRICTED 2024 2023 Grant received Excess of income over lexpenditurel Blfoward funds 4420 4420 BALANCE CIFWD 4420 4420 15. COMIC RELIEF VSEF GRANT- RESTRICTED 2024 2023 Grant received Transfer from unrestricled funds Expenditure:. Depreciation 1667} 16671 Excess of (expenditure) over income Blforward funds {667) 2049 16671 2716 BALANCE CIFWD 1382 2049 14