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← Leicester Tigers Wheelchair Rugby Club

2025-03-31-accounts

Section C: Notes to the accounts Trustees’ annual report for the period

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Period start date 0 1 0 4 2 4 Period end date 3 1 0 3 2 5 Charity No Charity name Leicester Tigers Wheelchair Rugby Club 1 1 5 2 4 7 2 (if any)

Objectives and Activities

SORP
reference
Summary of the purposes of the
charity as set out in its governing
document		 Para 1.17 The primary purposes of the charity are to promote, develop,
and sustain wheelchair rugby as a sport accessible to
individuals with physical disabilities.
Summary of the main activities
in relation to those purposes for
the public beneft, in particular,
the activities, projects or services
identifed in the accounts.		 Para 1.17 and
1.19		 1. Facilitating Participation: Providing opportunities for people with disabilities to engage in wheelchair
rugby at all levels, from recreational play to elite competition.
2. Inclusivity and Community Engagement: Promoting inclusivity, fostering community connections, and
improving the physical and mental well-being of participants through the sport.
3. Training and Development: Supporting the training of players, coaches, and officials to enhance skills,
performance, and professionalism within the sport.
4. Awareness and Advocacy: Raising public awareness about wheelchair rugby and advocating for the
inclusion of disabled individuals in all aspects of sports and community life.
5. Resource Provision: Securing funding, equipment, and facilities necessary to ensure the sport is
accessible to all participants, regardless of their financial circumstances.
6. Education and Outreach: Educating the public about the challenges faced by individuals with
disabilities and the positive role sports can play in overcoming them.
Statement confrming whether the
trustees have had regard to the
guidance issued by the Charity
Commission onpublic beneft		 Para 1.18 Statement of Compliance with Charity Commission Guidance on Public Benefit
The trustees of the wheelchair rugby charity confirm that they have had due
regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit. In
making decisions and carrying out activities, the trustees have ensured that the
charity’s purposes, as set out in its governing document, are achieved in ways
that provide clear and measurable benefits to the public, particularly to
individuals with physical disabilities and the wider community.

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SORP
reference
Policy on grant making Para 1.38
Policy on social investment including
program related investment		 Para 1.38
Contribution made by volunteers Para 1.38
Other

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Achievements and Performance

SORP
reference
Summary of the main achievements
of the charity, identifying the
difference the charity’s work has
made to the circumstances of its
benefciaries and any wider benefts
to society as a whole.		 Para 1.20 Over the past financial year, the wheelchair rugby charity has continued to
build on its strong foundations, making further progress in promoting
inclusivity, opportunity, and participation in sport for people with physical
disabilities. Key achievements include:
1. Continued Growth in Membership:
Membership has increased further over the past year, reflecting successful
outreach and the club’s growing reputation as a welcoming and competitive
environment for new and existing athletes.
2. Participation Across All Levels:
The charity continues to support teams competing in the Premiership as well
as Divisions 1 and 2, ensuring that players can access suitable pathways
regardless of experience or playing standard.
3. Support for Both Disciplines of the Sport:
The club remains active in delivering both the Paralympic version of
wheelchair rugby and Rugby 5s, offering varied formats to suit different player
needs, development goals and competitive ambitions.
4. Positive Impact on Members:
Structured training, coaching, and competition opportunities have continued
to enhance the physical and mental wellbeing of participants. Members report
increased confidence, fitness, and a strong sense of community through their
involvement.
5. Wider Community Benefits:
Beyond direct delivery, the charity has continued to build public awareness
and challenge perceptions around disability in sport. This year saw further
engagement with supporters, fundraisers and the local community, helping to
promote inclusion and visibility at both grassroots and elite levels.

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SORP
reference
Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising activities
against objectives set		 Para 1.41
Investment performance against
objectives		 Para 1.41
Other

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Financial Review

SORP
reference
Review of the charity’s fnancial
position at the end of the period		 Para 1.21
Statement explaining the policy for
holding reserves stating why they
are held		 Para 1.22
Amount of reserves held Para 1.22
Reasons for holding zero reserves Para 1.22
Details of fund materially in defcit Para 1.24
Explanation of any uncertainties
about the charity continuing as a
goingconcern		 Para 1.23

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SORP
reference
The charity’s principal sources of
funds (including any fundraising)		 Para 1.47
Investment policy and objectives
including any social investment
policy adopted		 Para 1.46
A description of the principal risks
facing the charity		 Para 1.46
Other

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Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts: SORP
reference
Type of governing document
(trust deed,royal charter)		 Para 1.25 LTWRC CONSTITUTION
How is the charity constituted?
(e.gunincorporated association,CIO)		 Para 1.25 The wheelchair rugby charity is constituted as a [Charitable Incorporated
Organisation (CIO) / in accordance with the regulations governing charitable
organisations in England.
Trustee selection methods including
details of any constitutional
provisions e.g. election to post
or name of any person or body
entitled to appoint one or more
trustees		 Para 1.25 Trustees of the wheelchair rugby charity are selected through a democratic process outlined in the
charity's governing document. Key details include:
1. Election by Members: Trustees are elected during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) by club members.
Members of the charity have the right to nominate candidates and vote to approve appointments to
trustee posts.
2. Club Committee Oversight: The election process is managed by the club committee, ensuring
transparency and adherence to the charity’s governance procedures.
3. Emergency General Meetings (EGMs): In exceptional circumstances, trustees may also be elected or
appointed during an Emergency General Meeting, subject to member approval.
Trustee Selection method
•Appointment by existing trustees: Current trustees may have the authority to appoint new trustees
based on identified skills and experience needed to effectively govern the charity.
•Election by charity members: club members may have the right to elect trustees during annual general
meetings or through formal voting procedures.
•Nomination committees: committees may identify and recommend suitable candidates for trustee
positions, ensuring a structured and transparent selection process.

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SORP
reference
Policies and procedures adopted for
the induction and training of trustees		 Para 1.51 The club is supported by the Leicester Tigers PLC which provide essential
backing that enables LTWRC to train and compete at the highest levels of
the sport, including participation in European competitions.
The charity’s organisational structure
and any wider network with which
the charityworks		 Para 1.51 ~~.~~
In summary, the Leicester Tigers Wheelchair Rugby Club is constituted as
a registered charity governed by a board of trustees. It operates in close
association with the Leicester Tigers PLC benefiting from their support to
fulfil its mission of promoting and developing wheelchair rugby in the
Midlands region.
Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Leicester Tigers PLC provide funding and kit sponsorship for the day to
day running of the club
Other

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Reference and Administrative details

Charity name Leicester Tigers Wheelchair Rugby Club
Other name the charity uses n/a
Registered charity number 1152472
Charity’s principal address 15 Chadborn Avenue
Gotham
Nottingham
NG11 0HT

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

Trustee name Office (if any) Dates acted if not for
whole year		 Name of person (or
body) entitled to appoint
trustee(if any)
Robin Tarr n/a n/a n/a
Richard Adam Copson n/a n/a n/a
Thomas David Folwell n/a n/a n/a

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Reference and Administrative details (cont)

Corporate trustees – names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole
year

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Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others

Description of the assets held in this
capacity		 n/a
Name and objects of the charity
on whose behalf the assets are
held and how this falls within the
custodian charity’s objects		 n/a
Details of arrangements for safe
custody and segregation of such
assets from the charity’s own assets		 n/a

Additional information (optional)

Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information)

Type of adviser Name Address

Name of chief executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

Other optional information

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Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

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Signature(s) R.Tarr
Full name(s) Richard Adam Copson Robin Tarr
Position (eg Secretary, Treasurer
Chairman
Chair, etc)
Date 31/10/2025
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LTWRC 24/25

Income
Donatons 2446
Grants 44080
Equipment Sales 4271
Club Membership 4340
Other 2485
TOTALS 57623

Apr-24 May-24 Jun-24 Jul-24 Aug-24 Sep-24 Oct-24 Nov-24 Dec-24 Jan-25 Feb-25 Mar-25

less missing invoices

Statement check

801.63 7589.76 856 3546 706.44 5953.16 3728.06 658 345 9539.59 21198 2701.06 57622.7

0

57622.7 57,623

LTWRC 24/25

Expenses

Expenses
Tournament Costs 8691
Training Costs 706
Equipment Purchases 8848
General Running Costs 30018
TOTALS 48262

LTWCR 24/25

Bank rec

Bank rec
Opening balance
Income
Expenses
Missing expenses
Missing invoices
Closing balance
Bank balance check		 Dr
Cr
10901.1
57623
48262
0
0
0
0
68524.1
48262
20262.1
20261.52

paid amount seen on bank

LEICESTER TIGERS WHEELCHAIR RUGBYCLUB Charity reportin date (on time) Charitynumber:1152472 Charity overview Activities- howthe charity spends its money Providing wheelchair rugby opportunities in the East and North East Midlands LTWRC w deveLop and expand wheelchairrugby provision. aWa￿neSS and participation within the via but not b'mited to.. youth programs in schools. PR. events and in conjunction with G8, and teams competing within the league. What. who. how. where Governance Trustees Income and expenditure Data forfinancialyear ending 31 March 2024 Financialhistory Accounts and annual return5 Total Income: £30.463 Governing document Totalexpenditure: É34.139 Contact information People 3 Trustee(s) 7Volunteerfs) Employees wlth total benefits over £60.000

Flnanclal perlod end date isupto Income I Expendlture 3110312020 3110312021 3110312022 311( Totalgross incorne £13.46k £662 £3.12k £8.: Pill look to regions WR Ltd Total expenditure £12.27k £1.83k £6.55k Income from NIA government contracts NIA NIA NIA Income from NIA government grants NIA NIA NIA

)312023 3110312024 37k £30.46k )3k £34.14k NIA NIA

Independent examiner's report on the accounts

Section A Independent Examiner’s Report

Report to the trustees Charity Name Leicester Tigers Wheelchair Rugby Club On accounts for the year 31/03/2025 Charity no 1152472 ended (if any) Set out on pages 1-2 (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets) I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the above charity (“the Trust”) for the year ended 31/03/2025. Responsibilities and As the charity's trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the basis of report accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination, I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Independent I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have examiner's statement come to my attention in connection with the examination which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:

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.

Signed: Laura Bodycot Date: 14/10/25 Name: Laura Bodycot BSc (Hons), AATQB Relevant professional Member of the Association of Accounting Technicians qualification(s) or body (if any): Address: 32 Syston Road, Queniborough, Leicester, LE7 3FX

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Section B Disclosure

Only complete if the examiner needs to highlight material matters of concern (see CC32, Independent examination of charity accounts: directions and guidance for examiners).

Give here brief details of any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .

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