2 3 MAY 2023 REPORT OF THE DIRECfORS NANaALSTATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AufjU 2022 FOR THE 50CIEtY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGL041OUSH CULTURE IN PLYMOUTH {A COMPANY UMITED BY GUARANTEEI 1111 *AC47HDVU' 24105r2023 COMPANIES FIOUSE
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THE SOaETY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGLO-POLISH CULTURE IN PLYP•lOUTH IA COMPANY UMITED BY GUARANTEEI copirEpifs OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDEO 31 AUGUST 2022 PaBe Company Infommtlon Report of the Oirertors countsnts Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheel Notes to the Financial Statements 9-11
THE SOCIEfY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGLO-POLISH CULTURE IN PLYMOLITM IA COMPANY UMITED 8YGUARAKtEEI COMPANY INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2022 DIRECTORS: Malgorzata Gwozdz Lukasz Mlodziniak Magdalena Nowak sEcRARY. A Perek REGISTERED OFFICE: 43 Ker Street Plymouth Devon PLI 4FQ REGISTEREO NUMBER: 07860334 (England and Walesl CHARITY NUMBER: 1148123 BANKERS: Uoyd5 Bank plc Royal Parade Plymouth Devon PLI IDS ACCOUNTAPITS: H M Williams Chartered Certified A¢¢ountants 5 Sandycourt Ashleigh Way Plympton PLYMOUTH PL7 5JX
ThE SOOETY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGL(>pcw cuilliRE IN PLYMOUT IA COMPANY UMITED BY GUARANTEE) REPORTOF THE DIREcfoRS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2022 The Direttors present their report together with the unaudiied financial starements of the Company for the vear ended 31 August 2022 The orEanisation is a charitable Company l(mited by euarantee. incorporated on 24 No¥ember 2011 and reeistered with the Charities Commission on 16 July 2012. The Company was established under a Mernorandum of Association which established the objects and powers of the charitable company and is governed under its Articles of A550Ciation. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES Our key aims and objeetives are as follows.. Overseein8 the Running of Polish Saturday School= •To provide hi8h-quality educational opportunitres for children and young people to learn the Polish language, history. culture and traditions. •To foster a sense of pride and connethon to Polish heritsge among Polish-British children in Pfymouth. Promoting Polish Culture.. •To aetfvely promote Polish culture through various bn315¥es induding %wrkshops. exhibtllons and tultural events that showcase Polish traditions. art. music and cuisine. •To tollabor3tÈ with other cultvral organisations and community 8roups to raise awareness of Polish contributions to British society and promote intercultural understanding. Organising Charity Events.. •To organise fundraising events that support Char[ble causes rdated to Polish-Brit6sh culture such as herttage PSerVatiON projects, community Outreach p¥ograms and initiatives to benefit disadvantaged individuals and families. •To collaborate with the biggest Polish charitable or8anisation to maximise the impact of our fundrais4n8 efforts and proviile as5i5tance where it is most needed. Supporting Polish Parents-. •To offer 5UPPOrt, guidance and sourceS to Polish parents in Plymouth induding assistance with navigatlng local services. promoting cultural integration and maintaining Polish language skills within their families. •To facilitate networking opportunities and social therInES that create a sense of community amon8 Polish parents and foster mutual support. A5S15ting Local Schools in Organising GCSE Polish and A-Level Polish Examinations.. •To tollaborate with local schools to support the organisation and 3dmini5tration of GCSE Polish and A-Level Polish examinations ensuring thai students have the opportunity to pursue qualific31ions in the Polish langLJage and culture. *To provide resouices and guidance to teachers, Sludents and pants to enhante the teachbn8 and learnin8 ol Polish as an academic subject. Celebrating National Holidays and Traditions-. •To celebrate and rdi5e avArene5s of Polish national holidays and tradition5 in Ptymouth. organi5ing events and athvikne5 that showcase the rich cultural heritage of Poland and promote cr055<ultural exchange. •To collaborate with local authoritie5 and community orBanisations to ensure the inclusion of Polish cuJbJre in rnulticultural celebrations and events within the wider community.
THE SOaEfY FOR THE IIROMOTION OF AIIGLfyPOLISH CUITVRE IN PIYMCKITH IA COMPANY UMITED BY GUAIiA14TEEI REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS GOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2022 PRINCIPAL AcllviTY The principal activities of the Company In the year under rewew were the promotion of rhe objects for which the Charity was formed. to advance education for the public benefit in Polish L3ngua8e. culture. tradition and heritage in particular within the Polish community. REVIEW OF BUSINESS The main focus of the charity coniinues to'be week-to-week running of the Saturday sthool. occasional social events. Chrt5trnas. family fairs. annual trips where we aiffj to prOryte the objecte5 of the charity REVIEW OF CHARITA8LE ACTMTIES Clear objectives have been set for the charity. Regular meeting5 are held at which performance measures against objectives are reviewed. FINANCIAL REVIEW & RÉSERVES The net movement in the untritted Fund comprises a deficii of £1.523 being the excess ofexpenditure over rncome. The charity does not hold any restricted funds. RISKS The major risks to which the Company is exposed. a5 identifTred by the Directors. have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate these ri5k5. PLANS FOR THE FUTURE Future Plan for the Sooety for the Promoiron of AngIPOliSh Culture in Plymouth= Running Polish Saturday School= •Strengthen and expand the Polish Saturday Sthool by offering a wider range of educational athvrhes including language classes, history lessons, cultural workshops and arts and ciafts sessions. •Collaboraie with llxal educational inlItiOnS to provide professional development opportunilies for Polish langua8e teachers and promote the inclusion of Po1¢5h language and culture in the mainstream curriculum. Promoting Polish Traditions and Cultural Events to the Local Community.. •Organise regijlar cultural events such as Polish music and dance performances. art exhibtknons. film Screenings and culinary festivals to showcase the richne55 and diversity tsf Polish traditiork5 to the wider rommunity in Plymouth. •Collaborate with local venue5. community centre5 and cultural orK4nisations to h05t joint events and promote cr055- culiural exchange. Becoming a Hub of SLJPPOrt lor the Polish Community.. •Establish a resource centre to provide information. a(fvice and support services to the Polish community in Plymouth including a5515tsnce with housin& employrnent. healthcare and integration into the local community. •Faci1itate Social gatherings. sUPPOrt groups and networking opportunities to foster a sense of community among Polish residents and creare a support network for indiwdu31s and families.
THE SOCIETY FOR TME PROMOTION OF ANGLO•OU5H CULTURE IN PLYMOUTH {A COMPANY UMITED 8YGUAftAMTEE) REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS {CONTINUEDI F(XI THE YEAR ENDEO 31 AUGU5T21)22 Informing about the Contribulion of the Polish Armed Fortes in World War Il= •Organise educational events. exhibitions and lettu$ to raise awane$S aboutthe signrfieant role of the Polith Armed Forces in World War 11 particularly highlighting the contribution of the Polish Navy in the city of Plymouth. •Collaborate with local history s¢xieties. myseums and schools to develop educational resources and ensure the inclusion of Polish history in lo£al history curricula. Supporting the Plymouth-Gdynia City Twinning Panel-. •Collaborate closely with the Plymouth-Gdynia City Twirtnin8 Panel to Strengthen cultural. educational and economic tie5 between Plymouth and Gdynia. •Facilitate exchange prograrns. cultural visits and joint initiatives to promote understsnding and collaboration between the two citie5. Getting Involved in the Great Orchestra of Christma5 Charity IGOCC).. bParticipate actively in the annual GOCC charity event which is the largest charitable initrative in Poland. •Organi5e fundraising acii¥itie5. events and campaigns in Ptymouth tQ SUPPOrtthe G¢XC's mission of providing medical equipment to hospitals and healthca institutions in Poland. Enhancing Organisaiional Capacity.. •Seek additional funding and grant opportuniiies io support the e¥pansion of acbvities and services provided by the Society. •Develop partner5hip5 Wlth loTrl businesses. philanthropic organisations and government bodies to secure SLSStainable funding and re50urce5. •lnvest in staff training and development to enwre the Sooety has the necessary skills and eXpe$t to fulth"l its objettfvès effectivelv. By implemeniing this future plan. the Sooety forthe ProtIOn of Anglo-Polish Culture in Plymouth aims to strengthen cultural ties, promote Polish traditions and supporr ihe Polish community in Pfymouth. Through collaboration. education and comrnunity engagernent, we aspire to create an indusive and vibrant cultural landscape that celebrates the contributions and heritage of the Polish-British community- RESERVES It is the policy of the Directors to maintain a level of reserves sufficient io fvnd future projects when the need arises. Total Ltnrestritted reserves at 31 August 2022 were £4.57312021.. £6,096) DIRECTORS The following Directors held office between I September 2021 and the date of this report=. Malgorzata Gwozdz Luka5z Mlodziniak Magdalena Nowak The Company 15 limited by guarantee and each Direttor's liability Is limited to £1. The Direttors, who are appointed by the rnembefs in general meetin& have received iemuneratson or expenses, rr has any person connected with them. Decisions are made bv the D1ctOrS collertrvelv. When new Direttors are required. potential Oirectors are approached to see rfthey are interested in joinin8 the Board. 50 lar as posstble, Ihey reflert a baland fepresentation of the relevant interests of the Charity. Appropriate induction is provided for new Directo. All Direuors have been provided with Chavrty Commission guidance on good govern3nce.
ThE SOCIETY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGLO4OUSH CULTURE IN PLYMOUTH {A COMPANY UMITED BYGUARANTEEI REPORT OF THE DIRECTORS (CONTINUED) FOII THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGu¥f2022 DIREoR5. RESPONSIBIUTIES The Dirertors have a duty to prepare financial ststements for each financial year which give a rwe and falr view of the,state of affairs oFthe company and of its income and e¥penditure for that year. In preparing those financial statements. the Directors are required to= selert suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistentty,. make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.. • prepare the financial 5tatement5 on the going concern basis unless it 15 inappropriate to presume that the Company will continue in business. The Director5 are responsible for maintaining proper accounting record5 which disdose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Company and enable them io ensure that the finèncial statements comply wth the Comparnies Art and the Charities Atl 2011_ They are èlso responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Company and hen for taking reasonable steps for the Prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. The Direttrjrs confirm thai the financial slatements cornp statutory requirements. the Artides of Association and the Statement of Recommended Prattl on Accounting and Reporrinz by Charities. SIEned on bthawof the Board of Dirtrtors: W9," Mrs M Gwozdz Date.. 13105123
THE soaETY FOR THE Pf¢OMOTION OF ANGLO-POUSH CULTURE IN PLYMOUTH INDEPENDENT EXAMINEWS REPORT to the Trustee5 of The Societyfor the Pmmotion of Anglo-Pollsh Cutture In Plymoulh I report on the accounts of the Trust for the year ended 31 August 2022 which are set out on pages 7 to 11. Respective responsibilities of trustees ond examiner The chariws trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charivs trustee5 consider that an audit is not required for thi5 year under section 144 of the Charitie5 Act 20111.the Charities Actrl and that an independent eKaminatton is needed. It 15 rny re5pon5ibility to= examine the accounts under sertion 145 of the 2011 Act- to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners under sertion 1451Sllbl of the 2011 Act.. and to state whether particular matters have come to my attentlon. My examination was carried out in accordance %wth the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting record5 kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. li also indudes consideratiorh of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts. and the seeking of explanètions from you as tru5tee5 concernin8 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 exominerfs stotement In connection with my examination. no matter has come to my attention which gives me reasonable cause to believe that. in any material respect lal Ibl the accounting records were not kept in accordan with sertion 130 of the Charities Act.. or the atcounts did not accord with the accounting cOrdS.. or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounis and Reportsl Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a 'true and fairf view which is not a matter ¢onsidered a5 part of an independent examination. I have come across no other matters in ¢onnection 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. Ashley Smith FCCA CtA H M Williams 55andy Court Ashleigh Wav Plympton Plymouth PL7 5JX Date=
THE SOCIEfY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGLO-POUSH CULTURE IN PLVMOIJTH (A COMPANY LIMITED By GUARANTEEI STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL AcfiviTIE5 INCLUDIPIG AP4 INCOME & EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT & STATEMENT OF TOTAi RECOGNISED GAINS & LOSSES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 202Z 2022 2021 Unrèstricted Restrirted Fui Fund Tolal Total Ne INCOMING RESOURCES Charitable Activities Parental Contributions Polish Government Contributions Other Funding Government Grants 41x152 41.052 29,367 2,656 250 4,720 200 TOTAL INCOMING RESOURCES 41.252 41.252 36,993 RESOURCES EXPENDED Charitable Activities 41.332 41.332 39.847 Governance Costs IA43 1.339 TOTAL RESOURCES EXPENDED 42.775 42.775 41,186 NET INCOMINGIIOUTGOINGI RESOURCES AND INCOMEIIEXPENDITUREI FOR THE YEAR Reconciliation of fund5 Total funds brought forward at 1st September 2021 (1.5231 11.5231 14.1931 6.096 10,289 TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD AT 31 AUGUST 2022 4.573 4.573 6.096 During the above financial year the charitable company did not make any reco8nised gains or losses other than those Shown in the statement above and none of its activities were acquired or discontinued. The notes form part of these financial statements.
THE SOCIUY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGLO-POUSH CVLTURE IN PLYMOUTH {A COMPANY UMITEO 8YGUARApifEEI 8AiANCE SHEET 31 AUGUST 2022 2022 2021 FIXED ASSETS Tangible assets 127 CURRENT ASSETS Prepayments Cash tn hand and at bank 6.841 6.842 5.734 CURRENT LIABILITIÉS Creditors & Accruals 1.288 746 CURRENT ASSErs 4,446 6.096 NÉT ASSETS 4,573 6,096 REPRESENTED BY: Unrestricted funds General Reserve 4,573 6.096 TOTAL FUNDS 4,573 6,096 The Company is entitled to exemption ffom audit under Settion 477 of the Companies Att 2CQ6 lor the year ended 31 Augusi 2022. The Members have not required the Companyto obtain an audit of tts financial statements for the year ended 31 August 2022 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Art 21x6. The Directors acknowledge their responsibilities for-. lal ensuring that the Company keeps accounting records which comply with Settion 386 of the Companies Act 2006 and Ibl preparing financial staiemenis which give a ttue and fair view of the state of affair5 of the Cornpanv as at the end of each financial yeat and of its profit or105s for each financ¢al year in accordance w¢th the requiremernts of Sertion 394 to 397 and which otherwise comply with the requiremenis of the Compan*s Act 2006 relating to financial statements. so far as applicable to the Company. The financial staternents have been ppared in accordance with ihe provisions applicabbe to small companie5. subject to the small companies regime and in accordance the FRS102 SORP. ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD: Di10.. Mrs M Gwozdz Date 251 or113 The rte5 form part of ese financial statements
THE SOCIETY FOR THE PROMOTION OFANGtO-POUSH CULTURE IN PLYMoimi FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2022 IA COMPANY UMtrED BY GUAAANTEEI NOTES TO THE HNANCIAL STATEMENTS I $rAToRy INFORMATION The Society for Anglo-Polish Cvlture in Plymouth is a private company. lifflited by Buarantee. registered in England and Wales. The company's regisrered number and registered office address can be found on the Companv Information pa8e 2 ACCOUNTrNG POLiaES Accounting convention The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accountin8 and Reporting by Charities." Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charrties preparing their accounts in accordance with the Finantial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102. effective l January 20151- Icharities SORP, FRS 102. the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 and the Companies Att Incomlng Resources Incoming resources lintludiTrg legacies) are included on a receivable ba515. and stated after trade di5count5. No incoming resources are deferred. No incoming resources have been included in the statements of financial activities net of expenditure. Resources Expended Liabilities are recognised when a contfattual obligation arises. Items a included within types of resources expended on the basis of their predominant characteristics. Tanglble Fixed Assets Depreciation 15 provided at the follovmng annual rates in order to write oll each asset over its e5tirnated usefvl life. Computer Equipment er 3 years 3 AVERAGE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES The average number of employees during the year was 1612021=161.
THE SOCIETY FOR THE PROMOMON OF ANGLtsPOUSH CULTURE IN PLYMOtmi FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2022 IA COMPANY UMITEO BY GUARANTEEI NOTE5 TO THE FINANCIAL STATEME15 2022 Unrestri¢ted Restrirted Fund Fund 2021 Total Total 4 CHARITABLE AcfiviTIES Saturday school activity costs Staff wages and awards Bank Charge5 Rent Insurance Ctsmputer and internet costs Repairs and renewals Ptrstage and stationery Advertising Sundry expenses Depreciation of Computer Equipfflent 2.620 29.730 2.620 29.730 3,197 30.143 6.765 1.541 6.765 1.541 118 36 157 87 213 63 4,125 1.417 140 266 312 82 163 157 213 41.332 41.332 39,847 2022 Unrestricted Restrirted Fund Fund 2021 Total Totsl 5 GOVERNANCE COSTS Accountancy HMRC interest 1,438 1.438 1.334 1.443 1.443 1.339 6 TANGIBLE FIXED ASSEfs Computer Equipment C05T At I September 2021 Additions At 31 August 2022 1,670 190 1.860 AMORT15ATION At I September 2021 Charge for the year At 31 August 2022 1,670 63 1.733 BOOK VALUE At 31 August 2022 At 31 August 2021 127 io
THE XIETy FOR THE PROMOTION OF ANGLOQOLISH CULTURE IN PLYMoimi FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 AUGUST 2022 {A COMPANY UMITED BY GUARANTEEI NOTES TOTHE HNANCIAL STATEMEpirs 2022 2021 7 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Taxation and 5octal Security Accruals 221 1.067 746 1,288 746 ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS Unrestri¢t¢d R*strirted Fund Fund Total Fixed Assets Current Assets Current Liabilities 127 5.734 1.288 127 5,734 1.288 473 4.573 9 ULTIMATE CONTROLUNG PARTY The Company is ultimately controlled by its Directors. li