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2025-07-31-accounts

DISCOVER ISLAM IN LUTON

DIRECTOR'S & TRUSTEE'S REPORT AND ACCOUNTS For the period from 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025

Company Number: 7689763 Charity Number: 1143363

DISCOVER ISLAM IN LUTON

Contents

Page Charity Information 3 Directors' and Trustees' Report 4 to 5 Report of the Independent Examiner 6 Statement of Financial Activities 7 Balance sheet 8 Notes to the Financial Statements 9 to 10

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Charity Information

Director Mr SufianSadiq
Treasurer Mr Imran Suleman
ManagementCommittee Mr SufianSadiq Chairman
Mr Imran Suleman Treasurer
Mr AabidKhan Member
Mr Mohammad Tariq Khalil Member
Company number: 7689763
Charity number: 1143363
Principal Office: 37C Upper GerogeStreet
Luton
LU12RD
Independent Examiner: Mehtab Khalid ACMA CGMA
IM Small Business Finances Ltd
70 Shakespeare Road
Luton
Bedfordshire
LU4 0HS
Bank: LloydsTSB
60 GeorgeStreet
Luton
LU12BB
HSBC
63 George Street
Luton
LU1 2AR

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Directors' and Trustees' Report

For the period from 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025

The trustees are pleased to present our report together with the financial statements of the charity for the period ending 31 July 2025.

The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the accounts and comply with the Charity’s Constitution, applicable la w and the requirements o f the Statement o f Recommended Practice, “Accounting and Reporting by Charities" issued in March 2005.

The directors of the charitable c o m p a n y (the charity) are its trustees for the purpose of charity law and throughout this report are collectively referred to as the trustees.

Structure, Governance and Management

Governing Documents

The organisation i s a charitable c o mp a n y limited b y guarantee, in c orpora ted o n 1 July 2011 and re gistered as a charity on 15 August 2011. The company w as established under a Memorandum of Association which established the objects and powers of the charitable company and is governed under its Articles of Association.

Objective and Activities

The Charity's objects and regulations are regulated by the constitution adopted and incorporated by the Companies. House 1[st ] July 2011.

The Objectives for Discover Islam Luton are:

In furtherance of these objects the charity delivers lectures and provides advocacy/advice about Islam.

To meet these objectives the charity seeks charitable donations and grants from the general public.

This charity is managed by a committee (Board of Trustees) elected by the members to oversee the overall activities and the office bearers are in charge of the day-to-day running of the charity.

Trustees and/or principal officers:

The following officers of the charity have held office for the year.

Mr Sufian Sadiq - Director

Mr Imran Suleman - Treasurer

The trustees are eligible to appoint additional co-opted trustees into the management committee under the terms of the constitution.

Activities and Achievements :

How our activities deliver public benefit:

How our activities deliver public benefit Discover Islam Luton is a well-established community hub, working in partnership with a range of voluntary and community sector organisations to deliver public benefit. Through collaboration with groups ` including Luton Foodbank, Community Interest Luton, Courtney Foundation, Inspire FM, Luton Mosques, Lantern, Bedfordshire Learning Link and Level Trust, we support individuals and families experiencing hardship and contribute to efforts to alleviate food poverty across Luton.

In response to an increase in refugees and displaced individuals in Luton and surrounding areas, the Centre continues to act as an important access point for support, providing guidance, signposting and referrals to appropriate services for vulnerable beneficiaries.

During the reporting period, a significant increase in Islamophobic incidents and far-right anti-Muslim rhetoric has resulted in additional demand for our services. Considerable time and resources have been dedicated to responding to these challenges. This has included delivering educational sessions to address misconceptions about Islam, supporting individuals affected by hate incidents, engaging with partner organisations to promote community cohesion, and providing a safe space for constructive dialogue. This work has been essential in reducing prejudice and fostering mutual understanding.

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Education remains central to our charitable objectives. We have delivered assemblies, workshops and engagement sessions to hundreds of schools locally and nationally, increasing understanding of Islam and promoting respect between communities. Our online training programmes have also supported organisations to improve inclusion and better support Muslim staff.

We continue to prioritise engagement with children and young people, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a diverse society. Our work in this area contributes to long-term community cohesion by addressing prejudice and misunderstanding at an early stage.

Our digital delivery has expanded our reach beyond Luton, enabling us to deliver workshops and events to a wider national audience.

Looking ahead, we will continue to work with local partners to respond to the ongoing cost of living and energy crisis, while maintaining our focus on tackling prejudice, supporting vulnerable individuals and strengthening community cohesion.

Review of Transactions and Financial Position:

The statement of financial activities showed a net surplus & reserves for the period of £46,995.

Statement of Trustees' Responsibilities:

Company law requires the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the balance sheet date and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including income and expenditure, for the financial year. In preparing those financial statements, the management committee should follow best practice and:

The directors are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the trust and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

The directors/ trustees do not have any shares in the company/charity and are a company limited by

guarantee. This report was approved by the current Trustees/ directors on 31st March 2026.

Signed on behalf of board of directors/trustees.

Director

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF DISCOVER ISLAM IN LUTON

For the period from 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025

I report on the accounts of the company for the period ended 31 July 2025, which are set out on pages 7 to 10.

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The trustees (who are also the directors of the company for the purpose of company law) are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) 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)(b) of the 2011 Act; and

• to state 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 Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair view’, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.

Independent examiner’s statement

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:

(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements: to keep accounting records in accordance with section 386 of the Companies Act 2006; and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records, comply with the accounting requirements of section 396 of the Companies Act 2006 and with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities have not been met; or

(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Mehtab Khalid ACMA CGMA IM Small Business Finances Ltd 70 Shakespeare Road Luton Bedfordshire LU4 0HS Date: 31st March 2026

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DISCOVER ISLAM IN LUTON STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES For the period from 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025



Incoming Resources
General Donations & Collection
Resources Expended
Staff cost
Rent
Insurance
Heating & lighting
Repairs & renewal
Printing & stationery
Advertising
Employer NI
Telephone and fax
Rates
Legal & Professional fees
Events & Activities
Depreciation
Net Income for the year
Reconciliation of Funds:
Total funds, carried forward





2024
£
69,204		 2025
£
- 45,029		 2025
£
- 45,029

69,204		 -
45,029

32,215
18,678
550
2,995
0
0
0
0
359
337
0
12,453
0
67,588
1,617
66,867		 -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-		 37,308
19,905
591
2,985
0
0
0
0
530
1,232
0
2,351
0
64,901
(19,872)
46,995

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-

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DISCOVER ISLAM IN LUTON

BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 July 2025

Notes 2025 £ £ Fixed Assets Fixture & Fittings 2 0 Current Assets Investment 0 Debtors & prepayment 3 6,250 Cash at Bank 40,745 Creditors Amounts falling due within one year _ Net Current Assets 46,995 46,995 Total Funds of the Charity 46,995 Unrestricted funds 46,995 These Accounts were approved by the Management Committee on 31[st] March 2026.

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Chairman of the Management Committee

The notes on pages 9-10 form part of these accounts

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DISCOVER ISLAM IN LUTON Notes to the Accounts For the period from 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025

1. Accounting Policies

1.1 Basis of Accounting

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the applicable Accounting Standards, the Statement of Recommended Practice “Accounting and Reporting by Charities” published in March 2005. The principal accounting policies adopted in the preparation of the financial statements are set out below.

1.2 Incoming Resources

Voluntary income and donations are included in incoming resources when they are receivable, except when the donors specify that they must be used in future accounting periods or donors’ conditions have not been fulfilled, then the income is deferred. The income from fundraising ventures is shown gross, with the associated costs included in fundraising costs.

1.3 Resources Expended

Resources expended are included in the Statement of Financial Activities on accruals basis, excluded of VAT where applicable.

Expenditure that is directly attributable to specific activities has been included in these cost categories. Where costs are attributable to more than one activity, they have been apportioned across the cost categories on a basis consistent with the use. of those resources.

1.4 Going Concern Basis

The financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis, as in the opinion of the trustees, there are no issues arising which would suggest any other basis as being more appropriate.

1.5 Depreciation

Depreciation is provided using the following rates and bases to reduce by annual installments the cost, less estimated residual value, of tangible assets over the estimated useful lives:

Fixture & Fittings is 25% on straight line basis.

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DISCOVER ISLAM IN LUTON

Notes to the Accounts

For the period from 1 August 2024 to 31 July 2025

2. Tangible Fixed Assets
COST
Additions during the year
As at 31 July 2025
DEPRECIATION
As at 31st July 2024
Charge for the year
As at 31 July 2025
NET BOOK VALUES
As at 31 July 2025
3. Debtors & Prepayment
Rent Deposit
Rent in advance		 Fixture,
Fittings &
equipment

13,743
0
13,743
13,743
0

13,743
0
 Total
2025
£
13,743
0
13,743
13,743
0
13,743

0
2025
£
3,750
2,500
6,250

4.Trustees' Remuneration

None of the trustees were remunerated.

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