To
Trustees' Annual Report for the period
Period start date Period end date 1[st] May 2020 30[th] April 2021
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Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name Salaam Society of Bedfordshire
Other names charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) 1146978
Charity's principal address 44-46 Bunyan Road Unit 7-10 Kempston Bedford, Bedfordshire Postcode MK42 8HL
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
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Trustee name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee(if any) |
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| Mr. Suleiman Mohammed |
Vice Chairman & Treasurer |
All trustees | ||
| Mr. Maftahs Salhina |
Chairman | |||
| Mr Anwar Abdulrazak Mohammed |
Head Teacher | |||
| Mr. Khamis Seif | Funeral Organiser | |||
| Mr. Abdillah Massoud |
Funerla Organiser | |||
Names of the trustees for the charity, if any, (for example, any custodian trustees)
Name Dates acted if not for whole year
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Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)
Type of adviser Name Address
Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)
Section B Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts
Type of governing document
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(eg. trust deed, constitution)
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How the charity is constituted
Constitution As a Trust
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(eg. trust, association, company) The Trustees & Committee members are appointed by the Trustees.
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Trustee selection methods
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(eg. appointed by, elected by)
Additional governance issues (Optional information)
You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:
Any new trustees would be briefed by the chair on –Charity’s history, the governing document—organisational structure, administrative policy documents & procedures, Trustees’ & Committees’ roles and responsibilities.
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policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees;
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the charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works;
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relationship with any related parties;
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trustees’ consideration of major risks and the system and procedures to manage them.
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Section C Objectives and activities
| Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document Summary of the main activities undertaken for the public benefit in relation to these objects (include within this section the statutory declaration that trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit) |
The Charity's objects (the Objects) are: I. To promote any charitable purpose in accordance with the UK laws, for the benefit of the community in Bedford and its surroundings: called “the area of benefit” and, in particular for the advancement of the Islamic religion & awareness in accordance with the teaching of the holy Qur’an and the teaching of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him), through: (i) establishment of place of worship for all Prayers including Friday Prayers with sermons in English and Arabic language. (ii) organising educational programmes for Muslims and non- Muslims with a view to enhancing understanding of Islam and avoidance of misconceptions. (iii) offering recreational and spiritual activities, such as sporting and Eid Celebrations. |
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| The charities main activities includes learning the true Islamic Faith with a view to promoting high moral standards in the society. Also included are: - The relief of poverty by providing advice, representation, counselling, translating and interpreting services and other assistance in matters such as asylum, immigration, money, debts, welfare benefits, housing, health, education, training, and employment; - The promotion of good race and community relations with other ethnic communities in the area of benefit. The charity is involved in the community and is dependent upon the voluntary help received from the local residents who support the Place of worship (Masjid) by not only voluntary service such as maintenance and repair work to the centre but by donations to help promote its objectives. |
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Additional details of objectives and activities (Optional information)
You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:
The charity has Values, Principles and Procedures for efficient and effective administration of it’s programmes. Similarly, it has Conflict of Interest Policy, Child Protection Policy and undertakes DBS checks on newly recruited volunteers.
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policy on grantmaking;
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policy programme related investment;
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contribution made by volunteers.
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Section D Achievements and performance
Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year
During the year, the charity has been able to achieve the following based on established criterion of performance. They include:
1. Establishment and continued support for education in Arabic, Correct Recitation and Memorization of the Quran, Understanding the acts of Islamic Worship, Life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW) for both children and adult male and females students.
2. Provision of facilities for obligatory Prayers, Ramadan fasting and encouraging members to fulfil their obligation of giving Zakat (Charity) to the needy in addition to their regular donations (sadaqa).
3. Celebration of the Eid Festivals with Muslim and Non Muslim families and friends.
4. Successful promotion of community relationship and understanding through undertaking programmes that are accessible to both Muslims and Non-Muslims, male and female adults and children regardless of nationality, race or colour.
5. Undertaking various social and sporting programmes for the benefit of all in Bedford.
6. Continually collaborating with governmental and nongovernmental agencies to promote understanding and for effective community cohesion.
7. The Charity purchased a building during the year and carried out some major property improvement work which included installation of a new Electricity meter.
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Section E Financial review
The trustees have reviewed the reserves of the charity. Their policy is to Brief statement of the hold enough funds to meet operating costs of the mosque.
charity’s policy on reserves
Details of any funds materially in deficit
Further financial review details (Optional information)
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the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);
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how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
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investment policy and objectives including any ethical investment policy adopted.
Section F Other optional information
Plans for Future periods
The charity will continue with the current activities and has substantial donations for 2021/2022. The key future plans are:
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A) To continue to help and give religious guidance for the community.
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B) To continue to promote good relations with all other ethnic communities.
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C) To continue to build and encourage community access to the educational facilities.
Section G Declaration
The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
Signature(s)
Suleiman Mohammed (Feb 16, 2022 14:59 GMT)
Full name(s) Suleiman N Mohammed
Position (eg Secretary, Chair, Treasurer etc)
Date 16/02/2022
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Trustees Annual Report 2021
Final Audit Report
2022-02-16
Created: 2022-02-16 By: Shahid Shaikh (hsraccountantsltd@hotmail.co.uk) Status: Signed Transaction ID: CBJCHBCAABAAZSG13dnTtGzyrucl6iG3hOf6cb8NbQpn
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| Charity Name | 1146978 | |||
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| Salam Society Bedfordshire | ||||
| Receipts andpayments accounts | CC16a | |||
| For the period from Period start date 01/05/2020 |
To | Period end date 30/04/2021 |
| Section A Receipts and payments | Section A Receipts and payments | |||||
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| A1 Receipts | Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 68,036 68,036 - - 68,036 360 3,130 1,701 2,156 6,360 5,063 5,230 6,326 5,226 1,601 5,981 7,320 - 300 50,753 - - 50,753 17,283 - 23,997 41,280 |
Restricted funds to the nearest £ 4,607 4,607 - - 4,607 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4,607 - 27,953 32,560 |
Endowment funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Total funds to the nearest £ 68,036 4,607 - 72,643 - - 72,643 - 360 3,130 1,701 - 2,156 6,360 5,063 5,230 6,326 5,226 1,601 5,981 7,320 - 300 50,753 - - - 50,753 21,890 |
Last year to the nearest £ |
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| Memberships and Donations | 68,036 | 62,072 | ||||
| Funeral Funds | 3,650 | |||||
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| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
68,036 | 65,722 | ||||
| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| Loan from worshippers | - | |||||
| Sub total Total receipts A3 Payments |
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| 65,722 | ||||||
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| Rent and rates | 360 | 5,645 | ||||
| TRAVEL EXP. | 3,130 | 2,030 | ||||
| Telephone | 1,701 | 1,234 | ||||
| Bank charges | 30 | |||||
| Printing, postage and stationery | 2,156 | 1,226 | ||||
| Repairs & Renewals | 6,360 | 17,960 | ||||
| Food for Children | 5,063 | 3,993 | ||||
| Eid Functions | 5,230 | 3,550 | ||||
| MeetingExpense | 6,326 | 6,233 | ||||
| Zakat Payments | 5,226 | 2,526 | ||||
| Legal fee | 1,601 | 1,300 | ||||
| Ramadan Food Expense | 5,981 | 2,561 | ||||
| Light and Heat | 7,320 | 5,220 | ||||
| Funeral costs | - | - | ||||
| Accountancyfee | 300 | 300 | ||||
| **Sub total ** | 50,753 | 53,808 | ||||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) |
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| Property purchased | 135,000 | |||||
| Furniture & equipment | - | - | ||||
| **Sub total ** | - | 135,000 | ||||
| Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
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| 188,808 | ||||||
| 17,283 | 4,607 | - | 21,890 | - 123,086 | ||
| - | - | - | - | - | ||
| 23,997 | 27,953 | - | 51,950 | 175,036 | ||
| 41,280 | 32,560 | - | 73,840 | 51,950 |
| Charity Name | 1146978 | |||
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| Salam Society Bedfordshire | ||||
| Receipts andpayments accounts | CC16a | |||
| For the period from Period start date 01/05/2020 |
To | Period end date 30/04/2021 |
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
| Categories Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees B5 Liabilities B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B3 Investment assets B2 Other monetary assets B1 Cash funds |
Signature Details Accruals accountancy fee Details Details (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details Bank accounts and cash in hand Total cash funds Details Suleiman Mohammed (Feb 16, 2022 14:57 GMT) |
Unrestricted Restricted to nearest £ to nearest £ 41,280 32,560 - - 41,280 32,560 OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - Fund to which Amount due 350 350 Print Name Suleiman N Mohammed |
Endowment to nearest £ |
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| - | |||
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| OK | |||
| Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Current value (optional) |
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| Current value (optional) |
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| When due | |||
| within 1 year | |||
| Date of approval |
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| Suleiman Mohammed (Feb 16, 2022 14:57 GMT) | Suleiman N Mohammed | 16/02/2022 | |
SALAAM SOCIETY ACCOUNTS 2021 CC16a
Final Audit Report 2022-02-16
Created: 2022-02-16 By: Shahid Shaikh (hsraccountantsltd@hotmail.co.uk) Status: Signed Transaction ID: CBJCHBCAABAA1zyDoE6sf3zAxssKiYXBQ1pXkSuuv1p6
"SALAAM SOCIETY ACCOUNTS 2021 CC16a" History
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Signature Date: 2022-02-16 - 2:57:53 PM GMT - Time Source: server- IP address: 82.11.96.20
Agreement completed.
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Independent examiner's report on the accounts
Section A Independent Examiner’s Report
Report to the trustees/ Charity Name members of Salaam Society of Bedfordshire On accounts for the year 30[th] April 2021 Charity no 1146978 ended (if any) Set out on pages 1 (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets)
Respective The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. responsibilities of The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year trustees and examiner under section 43(2) of the Charities Act 1993 (the 1993 Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts under section 43 of the 1993 Act,
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to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 43(7)(b) of the 1993 Act, and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given examiner’s statement 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 the 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.
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Independent In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention
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examiner's statement 1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements: to keep accounting records in accordance with section 41 of the 1993 Act; and
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to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 1993 Act
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have not been met ; or
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to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed: Date: 16/02/2022 Name: Shahid Shaikh F.F.A. F.I.P.A. Director of HSR Accountants Ltd. Relevant professional Fellow member of Institute of Financial Accountants and Fellow member of qualification(s) or body Institute of Public Accountants. Body = IFA and IPA (if any): Address: 18 Welbourne Gardens, Bedford MK42 0NQ
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Section B Disclosure
Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material problems.
Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
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