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UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

FOR

THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Page
Report of the Trustees 1 to 4
Independent Examiner's Report 5
Statement of Financial Activities 6
Balance Sheet 7 to 8
Notes to the Financial Statements 9 to 22
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities 23 to 24

THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES Objectives and aims

Vision: Thriving in recovery for all affected by addiction.

The Northeast currently faces the highest rate of alcohol-specific deaths in England, which has increased by 22.9% since 2019. Additionally, it holds the highest rates of drug deaths and drug misuse-related deaths (source: ONS). Recognising that addiction extends beyond mere substance use, we understand that individuals face complex needs influenced by their environment, family dynamics, health, finances, hopes, and beliefs. While addressing substance abuse is critical-supporting detox, rehabilitation, and recovery groups-we advocate for a comprehensive approach rooted in Recovery Capital. This approach highlights the importance of peer to peer support in fostering a meaningful lifestyle that sustains recovery. At The Road to Recovery Trust, we are committed to creating a strong, supportive community where individuals can connect, find hope, and thrive in their recovery journey.

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THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

ACHIEVEMENTS AND PERFORMANCE Charitable activities

Overview

The year under review represents a period of renewal and consolidation for The Road to Recovery Trust. Following a challenging period under a previous Board, the new Trustees have focused on restoring stability, credibility, and strategic clarity. As a result, the charity is now well positioned to deliver its charitable objectives and pursue sustainable growth.

Strengthening governance and financial oversight was a central priority. With the support of Connected Voice, the Trust successfully completed and formally signed off the 2022 Strength Review. The findings confirmed that governance arrangements and financial management systems have been significantly improved and now align with the standards expected of a charity of RTRT's size and standing.

In June 2024, the Trustees made the strategic decision to part ways with the Trust's external bid writer and independent bookkeeper to streamline and strengthen internal processes. The Trust now benefits from Connected Voice's professional bookkeeping service, alongside specialist bid writing support from Angela Dinsdale through the Lloyds Bank Foundation. These changes have improved transparency, efficiency, and organisational resilience.

Governance

The Trustees recognise their responsibilities, including the six core duties: ensuring the charity delivers public benefit, complying with the law and governing documents, acting in the best interests of the charity, managing resources responsibly, acting with reasonable skill and care, and ensuring accountability, including safeguarding.

The Board is committed to achieving a "best in class" standard of governance. A comprehensive review of governance systems and standards has resulted in new policies and procedures, including a refreshed risk register, updated financial processes, strengthened safeguarding and health and safety policies, and new training requirements for both Trustees and employees.

These initiatives will continue in the coming year, with a focus on regular auditing and continuous improvement.

Refurbishment of George Street Social

Over £320,000 was secured to refurbish George Street Social, marking a major organisational milestone.

Café and Community Hub

The reopening of the café is central to our strategy. This is where connections begin and community grows. It has restored a safe, sober, and welcoming community hub, supporting recovery and social connection.

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THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Financial Management

The Trust has maintained a positive financial trajectory, driven by growth in both restricted and unrestricted funding, supplemented by income from room hire and café trading.

Reserves Policy

The Trustees aim to maintain free reserves equivalent to three months of charitable expenditure. While unrestricted reserves reduced temporarily due to the café refurbishment, overall financial strength improved significantly. A loan was secured on favourable terms for the café start-up, resulting in a year-end cash balance of £100,778 at 31 March 2025, compared with £32,269 at 31 March 2024.

Fundraising

The Trust's principal statutory donor remains Newcastle City Council, supported by Lloyds Bank Foundation and the Steel Charitable Trust. No external fundraising costs were incurred.

Financial Stability and Funding Risk

The main financial risk is uncertainty over future funding. This is mitigated through strong statutory relationships, rigorous reporting, governance improvement, and diversification of the donor base.

Strategy and Organisational Development

A three-year Recovery Capital Strategy has been developed, positioning RTRT as a leading recovery organisation in the North East. Connected Voice has been commissioned to review progress and ensure continued compliance with Charity Commission guidance.

FUTURE PLANS

Looking Ahead

With strengthened governance, restored partnerships, and renewed confidence from funders, the Trust is well placed for the future, with plans to extend services into Northumberland and North Tyneside.

The Trustees thank the CEO, staff, volunteers, community, partners, and funders for their commitment and support.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The Road to Recovery Trust is a company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital, governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association dated 14 November 2011 with amendments made by special resolution on 28 December 2012. The organisation is also a registered charity with the Charity Commission.

Recruitment and appointment of new trustees

The authority to appoint trustees ultimately lies with the charity's members at the AGM. Between AGMs, the board has the discretion to introduce new trustees as positions become available.

Induction and training of new trustees

Trustees are selected based on their skills relevant to managing the charity effectively. We have implemented induction procedures to ensure new trustees are well-informed about their roles and responsibilities. These procedures include encouraging attendance at relevant internal and external training events to enhance their understanding and effectiveness in their positions.

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THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Company number 07847240 (England and Wales)

Registered Charity number 1144882

Registered office

45-51 George Street Newcastle Upon Tyne NE4 7JN

Trustees

Mr. M T Davies Mrs K Sidhu Mr A Hackett (resigned 13/10/2024) Mrs L Tindill Mr G Brewis Mr J Thomson (resigned 20/11/2024) Mr M Tierney (resigned 25/11/2024) Mr S Hutt Mr M Hutchinson (appointed 22/7/2024) Mr M Rogers (appointed 16/10/2024) (resigned 18/10/2025) Mr M Taylor (appointed 18/11/2024) Mr S Munawar (appointed 23/11/2024) Dr K A Bloor (appointed 15/10/2025)

Trust manager Jimmy Dixon

Independent Examiner BK Plus Limited Chartered Certified Accountants 13 Windsor Terrace Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4HE

Bankers

HSBC Bank plc 110 Grey Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6JG

Approved by order of the board of trustees on 27 January 2026 and signed on its behalf by:

Mr. M T Davies - Trustee

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of The Road To Recovery Trust ('the Company')

I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 31 March 2025.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity's trustees of the Company (and also its directors for the purposes of company law) you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 ('the 2006 Act').

Having satisfied myself that the accounts of the Company are not required to be audited under Part 16 of the 2006 Act and are eligible for independent examination, I report in respect of my examination of your charity's accounts as carried out under Section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act'). In carrying out my examination I have followed the Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5) (b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe:

  1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by Section 386 of the 2006 Act; or

  2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

  3. the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of Section 396 of the 2006 Act other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination; or

  4. the accounts have not been prepared in accordance with the methods and principles of the Statement of Recommended Practice for accounting and reporting by charities (applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)).

I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Nicholas J Liley, FCA

The Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales

BK Plus Limited Chartered Certified Accountants 13 Windsor Terrace Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4HE

27 January 2026

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Notes
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
2
Charitable activities
5
Grant income
Other trading activities
3
Investment income
4
Total
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
6
Charitable activities
7
Staff costs
Operating expenses
Legal and professional fees
Total
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD		 Unrestricted
funds
£
6,231
56,392
10,699
66,820
140,142
4,314
27,624
108,097
18,758
158,793
(18,651)
63,729
45,078		 Restricted
funds
£
-
60,259
-
-
60,259
-
40,171
20,088
-
60,259
-
-
-		 2025
Total
funds
£
6,231
116,651
10,699
66,820
200,401
4,314
67,795
128,185
18,758
219,052
(18,651)
63,729
45,078		 2024
Total
funds
£
4,409
168,964
171
45,760
219,304
1,461
51,856
104,610
30,925
188,852
30,452
33,277
63,729

The notes form part of these financial statements

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THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

BALANCE SHEET 31 MARCH 2025

Notes
FIXED ASSETS
Tangible assets
14
CURRENT ASSETS
Stocks
15
Debtors
16
Cash at bank and in hand
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
17
NET CURRENT ASSETS
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT
LIABILITIES
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due after more than one
year
18
NET ASSETS/(LIABILITIES)
FUNDS
22
Unrestricted funds:
General fund
TOTAL FUNDS		 2025
£
13,834
-
21,829
100,778
122,607
(52,197)
70,410
84,244
(39,166)
45,078
45,078
45,078		 2024
£
20,119
50
65,132
32,269
97,451
(53,841)
43,610
63,729
-
63,729
63,729
63,729

The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 March 2025.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for

The notes form part of these financial statements

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BALANCE SHEET - continued 31 MARCH 2025

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

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 27 January 2026 and were signed on its behalf by:

Mr. M T Davies - Trustee

The notes form part of these financial statements

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THE ROAD TO RECOVERY TRUST

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

The financial statements of the charitable company, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Companies Act 2006. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.

The presentation currency of the financial statements is the Pound Sterling (£).

Going concern

The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis. In making their assessment the trustees have reviewed and considered relevant information, including their annual budget and future cash flows. The Trustees are of the view that the immediate future of the charity for the next 12 months is secure and that on this basis the charity is a going concern.

Income

All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the 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.

Allocation and apportionment of costs

Costs are allocated to the charity's activities on the basis of fair usage of staff and facilities.

Tangible fixed assets

Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.

Improvements to property - 20% on cost Plant and machinery - 33% on cost Fixtures and fittings - 33% on cost Computer equipment - 33% on cost

Stocks

Stocks are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value, after making due allowance for obsolete and slow moving items.

Taxation

The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES - continued

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.

Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.

Financial instruments

All financial assets and financial liabilities of the charity qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value.

2. DONATIONS AND LEGACIES

Donations
3.
OTHER TRADING ACTIVITIES
Café income
4.
INVESTMENT INCOME
Rental income		 2025
£
6,231
2025
£
10,699
2025
£
66,820		 2024
£
4,409
2024
£
171
2024
£
45,760

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

5.
INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Activity
Grants
Grant income
Grants received, included in the above, are as follows:
National Lottery Community Fund
Newcastle City Council
Tudor Trust
Edward Gostling Foundation
Garfield Weston Foundation
The Barbour Foundation
The Grocers Charitable Trust
The Joicey Trust
Elsie Davis Trust
The Greatham Foundation (formerly Hospital of God Greatham)
R W Mann Trust
The Souter Trust
Steel Charitable Trust
The Hadrian Trust
Martin Geddes Trust
Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales
Freddie Media
6.
RAISING FUNDS
Other trading activities
Purchases		 2025
£
116,651
2025
£
-
63,620
10,417
-
2,222
-
-
-
-
1,000
-
-
8,000
-
5,559
25,000
833
116,651
2025
£
4,314		 2024
£
168,964
2024
£
37,625
65,498
27,083
5,500
7,778
5,000
3,480
2,000
5,000
1,000
1,000
3,000
4,000
1,000
-
-
-
168,964
2024
£
1,461

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

7. CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES COSTS

Staff costs
Operating expenses
Legal and professional fees
8.
DIRECT COSTS OF CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES
Staff costs
Staff training
Cleaning products
Financial services
Creche costs
Therapy costs
Project costs
Travel and accommodation
Office equipment and furniture
Bad debts
Room hire costs
Volunteer expenses
Subcontractor
Catering equipment
Catering sundries
9.
SUPPORT COSTS
Operating expenses
Legal and professional fees		 Direct
Costs (see
note 8)
£
67,795
28,957
-
96,752
Management
£
99,228
11,307
110,535

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

9. SUPPORT COSTS - continued

Support costs, included in the above, are as follows:

Rent and rates
Insurance
Light and heat
Telephone, printing & postage
Postage and stationery
Sundries
Repairs and maintenance
Computer costs
Legal and professional
Memberships and subscriptions
Waste disposal
Bank charges
Advertising and promotional
Bid writer
Management fee
Depreciation of tangible and heritage
assets
Interest payable and similar charges
Accountancy and bookkeeping		 Operating
expenses
£
39,006
985
16,214
624
925
821
4,833
9,638
-
1,054
2,277
287
606
-
9,673
12,285
-
-
99,228		 2025
2024
Legal and
professional Total
Total
fees
activities
activities
£
£
£
-
39,006
41,299
-
985
833
-
16,214
14,912
-
624
690
-
925
487
-
821
10
-
4,833
2,230
-
9,638
6,073
5,007
5,007
2,275
-
1,054
867
-
2,277
1,100
-
287
258
-
606
82
6,300
6,300
22,800
-
9,673
-
-
12,285
11,776
-
-
10
7,451
7,451
5,850
18,758
117,986
111,552

10. NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)

Net income/(expenditure) is stated after charging/(crediting):

Accountancy charges
Bookkeeping services
Depreciation - owned assets		 2025
£
1,518
5,933
12,285		 2024
£
1,470
4,380
11,776

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

11. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.

Trustees' expenses

There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2025 nor for the year ended 31 March 2024.

12. STAFF COSTS

Wages and salaries
Social security costs		 2025
£
67,037
743
67,780		 2024
£
51,826
-
51,826

The charity's key management personnel comprise the Trustees and Senior Personnel. The total employee benefits of the key management personnel were £40,434 (2024 - £35,541).

The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:

Project support coaching staff and admin 2025
5		 2024
3

No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.

13.
COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
£
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
4,409
-
Charitable activities
Grant income
67,000
101,964
Other trading activities
171
-
Investment income
45,760
-
Total
117,340
101,964
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
1,308
153
Charitable activities
Staff costs
6,269
45,587
Operating expenses
55,580
49,030
Legal and professional fees
23,105
7,820		 Total
funds
£
4,409
168,964
171
45,760
219,304
1,461
51,856
104,610
30,925

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

13. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES - continued continued
Unrestricted Restricted Total
funds funds funds
£ £ £
Total 86,262 102,590 188,852
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) 31,078 (626) 30,452
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward 32,651 626 33,277
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 63,729 - 63,729
14. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Improvements Fixtures
to Plant and and Computer
property machinery fittings equipment Totals
£ £ £ £ £
COST
At 1 April 2024 47,298 1,005 48,146 9,340 105,789
Additions - 6,000 - - 6,000
At 31 March 2025 47,298 7,005 48,146 9,340 111,789
DEPRECIATION
At 1 April 2024 37,626 1,005 37,699 9,340 85,670
Charge for year 5,066 2,000 5,219 - 12,285
At 31 March 2025 42,692 3,005 42,918 9,340 97,955
NET BOOK VALUE
At 31 March 2025 4,606 4,000 5,228 - 13,834
At 31 March 2024 9,672 - 10,447 - 20,119

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

15. STOCKS
2025 2024
£ £
Stocks - 50
16. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2025 2024
£ £
Trade debtors 6,936 43,632
Prepayments and accrued income 14,893 21,500
21,829 65,132
17. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
2025 2024
£ £
Other loans (see note 19) 10,000 -
Trade creditors 14,893 25,495
Social security and other taxes 1,690 508
VAT - 3,889
Accruals and deferred income 25,614 23,949
52,197 53,841
Included within Accruals and Deferred Income are the following amounts comprising income
received in advance of delivery of the related services or expenditure incurred.
£
Balance at 1 April 2024 20,639
Released to income from charitable activities (20,639)
Amount deferred in year 19,189
Balance at 31 March 2025 19,189

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

18.
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE AFTER MORE THAN ONE YEAR
2025
£
Other loans (see note 19)
39,166
19.
LOANS
An analysis of the maturity of loans is given below:
2025
£
Amounts falling due within one year on demand:
Other loans
10,000
Amounts falling between one and two years:
Other loans - 1-2 years
10,000
Amounts falling due between two and five years:
Other loans - 2-5 years
29,166
20.
LEASING AGREEMENTS
Minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases fall due as follows:
2025
£
Within one year
45,000
21.
ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS
2025
Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
funds
funds
funds
£
£
£
Fixed assets
13,834
-
13,834
Current assets
115,085
7,522
122,607
Current liabilities
(44,675)
(7,522)
(52,197)
Long term liabilities
(39,166)
-
(39,166)
45,078
-
45,078		 2024
£
-
2024
£
-
-
-
2024
£
35,000
2024
Total
funds
£
20,119
97,451
(53,841)
-
63,729

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

22. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

Net
movement
At 1/4/24
in funds
£
£
Unrestricted funds
General fund
63,729
(10,252)
Designated - Cafe
-
(8,399)
63,729
(18,651)
TOTAL FUNDS
63,729
(18,651)
Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming
resources
£
Unrestricted funds
General fund
122,660
Designated - Cafe
17,482
140,142
Restricted funds
Tudor Trust - The Trust Manager's
Salary
10,417
Newcastle City Council Public Health
- Creche
10,278
Garfield Weston Foundation - Thriving
in Recovery Project
2,222
Steel Charitable Trust-Mindfulness and
Wellbeing
8,000
Newcastle City Council Public Health
- Development Worker
28,000
Newcastle City Council Public Health
- IT Facilities for Meeting Room
1,342
60,259
TOTAL FUNDS
200,401		 Transfers
between
funds
£
(8,399)
8,399
-
-
Resources
expended
£
(132,912)
(25,881)
(158,793)
(10,417)
(10,278)
(2,222)
(8,000)
(28,000)
(1,342)
(60,259)
(219,052)		 At
31/3/25
£
45,078
-
45,078
45,078
Movement
in funds
£
(10,252)
(8,399)
(18,651)
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
(18,651)

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

22. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparatives for movement in funds

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Designated - Cafe
Restricted funds
National Lottery Community Fund -
Senior Staff's Wages and Charity Core
Costs
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 1/4/23
£
32,651
-
32,651
626
33,277		 Net
movement
in funds
£
41,754
(10,676)
31,078
(626)
30,452		 Transfers
between
funds
£
(10,676)
10,676
-
-
-		 At
31/3/24
£
63,729
-
63,729
-
63,729

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

22. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Designated - Cafe
Restricted funds
Tudor Trust - The Trust Manager's
Salary
Newcastle City Council Public Health
- Creche
National Lottery Community Fund -
Senior Staff's Wages and Charity Core
Costs
Garfield Weston Foundation - Thriving
in Recovery Project
The Edward Gostling Foundation -
Thriving in Recovery Project
The Grocers Charitable Trust -
Thriving in Recovery Project
Steel Charitable Trust-Mindfulness and
Wellbeing
The Hadrian Trust
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
117,169
171
117,340
27,083
15,498
37,625
7,778
5,500
3,480
4,000
1,000
101,964
219,304		 Resources
expended
£
(75,415)
(10,847)
(86,262)
(27,083)
(15,498)
(38,251)
(7,778)
(5,500)
(3,480)
(4,000)
(1,000)
(102,590)
(188,852)		 Movement
in funds
£
41,754
(10,676)
31,078
-
-
(626)
-
-
-
-
-
(626)
30,452

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined position is as follows:

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Designated - Cafe
TOTAL FUNDS		 At 1/4/23
£
32,651
-
32,651
33,277		 Net
movement
in funds
£
31,502
(19,075)
12,427
11,801		 Transfers
between
funds
£
(19,075)
19,075
-
-		 At
31/3/25
£
45,078
-
45,078
45,078

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22. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

A current year 12 months and prior year 12 months combined net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Designated - Cafe
Restricted funds
Tudor Trust - The Trust Manager's
Salary
Newcastle City Council Public Health
- Creche
Garfield Weston Foundation - Thriving
in Recovery Project
Steel Charitable Trust-Mindfulness and
Wellbeing
Newcastle City Council Public Health
- Development Worker
Newcastle City Council Public Health
- IT Facilities for Meeting Room
TOTAL FUNDS		 Incoming
resources
£
239,829
17,653
257,482
37,500
25,776
10,000
12,000
28,000
1,342
114,618
419,705		 Resources
expended
£
(208,327)
(36,728)
(245,055)
(37,500)
(25,776)
(10,000)
(12,000)
(28,000)
(1,342)
(114,618)
(407,904)		 Movement
in funds
£
31,502
(19,075)
12,427
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
11,801

The Tudor Trust

A grant towards The Trust Manager's salary

NCC Public Health - Crèche

This grant has been spent on the crèche facility at GSS, funding was continued for 2024/25.

Thriving in recovery

This programme seeks to support vulnerable and isolated individuals in a bid to promote, protect and prevent addiction relapses. It was funded this year by Garfield Weston Foundation.

Mindfulness and Wellbeing

The Mindfulness Wellbeing Programme was funded by Steel Charitable Trust.

NCC Public Health - Development

This funding given for the Dedicated Project Worker for RTRT to improve service so that more active, accessible recovery hub, including over weekends and evenings. they are responsible for driving partnerships and delivery opportunities within GSS itself, ensuring the asset is fully utilized by the community.

A major focus is on supporting the city-wide Lived Experience Recovery Organisation (LERO) collaboration, strengthening the voice and presence of the recovery community.

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The role actively boosts opportunities for those with lived experience-including user, carer, and family involvement-to increase their influence and participation.

Finally, the worker brokers vital links between informal recovery assets and established/commissioned services, maximizing choice and social capital for people impacted by substance misuse.

NCC - IT Facilities for Meeting Room

The funding is provided to improve the IT facilities on Reimbursement basis, enabling us to provide display and sound equipment in our large meeting room upstairs. This has been utilised on a regular basis by most partner organisations that make use of the meeting room. RTRT has provided actual bills of all items, equipment and installation bills which were reimbursed through this funding.

Transfers between funds

The fund transfers represent the transfer of restricted funds to unrestricted funds where a portion of the grant funding has been used to purchase fixed assets. Other transfers represent the completion of a project with the transfer of the remaining funds to unrestricted. Transfers from unrestricted are to cover overspends.

23. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2025.

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DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS
Donations and legacies
Donations
Other trading activities
Café income
Investment income
Rental income
Charitable activities
Grants
Total incoming resources
EXPENDITURE
Other trading activities
Purchases
Charitable activities
Wages
Social security
Staff training
Cleaning products
Financial services
Creche costs
Therapy costs
Project costs
Travel and accommodation
Office equipment and furniture
Bad debts
Room hire costs
Volunteer expenses
Subcontractor
Catering equipment
Catering sundries
Support costs
Management
Rent and rates
Carried forward		 2025
£
6,231
10,699
66,820
116,651
200,401
4,314
67,037
743
15
8,744
-
10,278
4,517
442
909
2,133
-
-
122
-
24
1,788
96,752
39,006
39,006		 2024
£
4,409
171
45,760
168,964
219,304
1,461
51,826
-
30
4,050
2,310
9,364
5,613
-
136
744
(156)
37
635
1,250
-
-
75,839
41,299
41,299

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DETAILED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025

Management
Brought forward
Insurance
Light and heat
Telephone, printing & postage
Postage and stationery
Sundries
Repairs and maintenance
Computer costs
Legal and professional
Memberships and subscriptions
Waste disposal
Bank charges
Advertising and promotional
Bid writer
Management fee
Improvements to property
Plant and machinery
Fixtures and fittings
Computer equipment
Finance
Interest payable
Governance costs
Accountancy and bookkeeping
Total resources expended
Net (expenditure)/income		 2025
£
39,006
985
16,214
624
925
821
4,833
9,638
5,007
1,054
2,277
287
606
6,300
9,673
5,066
2,000
5,219
-
110,535
-
7,451
219,052
(18,651)		 2024
£
41,299
833
14,912
690
487
10
2,230
6,073
2,275
867
1,100
258
82
22,800
-
5,065
234
5,454
1,023
105,692
10
5,850
188,852
30,452

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