Wildlife Rescue Statement of Accounts For the year ended 31 March 2024
Wildlife Rescue
Charity Information
The trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024
Registered Charity Number
1153471
Trustees
B Brown J P Hood BSc BVSc MRCVS C England J Seaward MA VetMB MRCVS
Accountants
HTS Accounts Ltd 38 Bingham Road Verwood Dorset BH31 6TY
Bankers
National Westminster Bank 42 Southbourne Grove West Southbourne Dorset BH6 3RT
Wildlife Rescue
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
For the year ended 31 March 2024
Governing document
The governing document is the Declaration of Trust dated 20 August 2013.
Risk Management
The trustees have a duty to identify and review the risks to which the charity is exposed and to ensure appropriate controls are in place to provide reasonable assurance against fraud and error.
Procedures and policy for charitable distribution of general funds
During the year the trustees will meet to discuss and consider the work undertaken, the facilities and assistance required, the finances of the charity and how to promote the work of the charity.
Objectives and Aims
The Objectives of the Trust as stated in its Trust deed dated 20th August 2013 are:-
For the benefit of the public to relieve the suffering of British Wildlife in need of professional care and attention.
To provide and maintain rehabilitation units or other facilities for the reception, care and treatment of such British Wildlife.
To enable rehabilitation and release back to the wild.
To educate and provide information and resources to the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among animals.
To provide information to Veterinary Practices, other Wildlife Centres and Charities.
Achievements and performance
Our commitment to improve our facilities continues with constant repairs and maintenance to the existing kennels and units. New fencing and gates around our paddock and Hospital areas has upgraded our security and safety.
Our dedicated team of trained volunteers continues to grow giving people the chance to work with us. Other members of our qualified team of Veterinary Surgeons, nurses, RQP’s and VSA’s strive to expand their knowledge through CPD’s, University degrees, courses and training.
We have returned to accommodating students from Southampton and Poole Universities, Sparsholt and Kingston Maurward and sixth form students from local schools this year. It has been very positive resuming our educational work after the Covid 19 pandemic restrictions.
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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES cont For the year ended 31 March 2024
Our Veterinarians, Veterinary Nurses, staff and volunteers were kept busy with injured and sick British Wildlife casualties, with careful management and a strong dedicated team we have been able to continue to provide the very best veterinary treatment, nursing care and rehabilitation for all our patients.
The local community volunteers have been extremely supportive of our work during these difficult and challenging times for which we are most grateful, their enthusiasm and commitment have proved invaluable, their dedication is so much appreciated. Local businesses have continued to support us with donations the CO-OP, Marks and Spencer’s and Sainsburys with food items and All the Cool Stuff and Three Wishes with financial support for our charity.
The lifting of Covid-19 restrictions has enabled us to resume our educational talks to schools, groups and colleges and we are planning to attend Christmas and summer fair fund-raising events during 2023.
Government Bird Flu restrictions remain with no end in sight. These restrictions affect us significantly and are adhered to throughout our hospital and grounds. Our barrier nursing and bio-security systems are always in place with additional practices adopted to avoid contamination.
The Hospital continues with its commitment to offer the latest techniques and treatments to our British Wildlife casualties.
Future Plans
The Trust will continue to offer advice and educate the public in aspects of conservation, wildlife and animal welfare and to take in the sick or injured wildlife that they find. The Trust will continue with the rescue, veterinary treatment, nursing, rehabilitation and, wherever possible, the release of the British Wildlife who were initially admitted to our hospital for treatment.
Staff training and education will continue with external college courses, CPD access and on-line courses.
Fundraising will continue. We receive no Government funding at all. Once again, The Jean Sainsbury Trust have forwarded an application form for next year. We are exploring “Lunch and Learn” CPD’s for veterinary Surgeons and Veterinary Nurses to raise funds. One of our dedicated volunteers has expanded the area covered with Charity donation boxes in business premises.
Veterinary Practices from whom we take in their clients wildlife casualties have resumed sending their nurses to our RCVS Hospital for training in triage and handling of wildlife casualties. This is a good opportunity to both educate nurses and raise funds for the Hospital.
Volunteering opportunities are open to all. We are here for the benefit of people and British Wildlife.
We will continue to offer support, information and resources to other wildlife centres and charities.
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REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES cont
For the year ended 31 March 2024
Financial Review
At the year end £9666 was held in the charity bank account. This is sufficient to cover one month of costs for the charity. The charity does not hold any reserves, with money being used to further the protection of wildlife as it becomes available.
Trustees' responsibilities for the accounts
Charity Law requires the trustees to prepare accounts for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the trust and its financial activities for that period. In preparing these financial statements the trustees are required to:
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select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently
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make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent; and
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state whether the policies adopted are in accordance with the Regulations and with applicable accounting standards, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.
The trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time of the financial position of the charity. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities,
The above report was approved by the trustees on
and signed by
Carla England - Trustee
C England
15 Oct 2024
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Independent Examiner' Report to the trustees of Wildlife Rescue
I report on the accounts of the Trust for the year ended 31 March 2024 which are set out on pages 6 to 9.
Respective Responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (The Charities Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
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examine the accounts (under section 145 of the Charities Act);
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to follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions give by the Charity Commissioners (under section 145 (5)(b) of the Charities Act); and
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to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of the independent Examiner's Report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. 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 such
matters. The procedures undergone 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 respects the requirements to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act 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
Helen Smith HTS Accounts Ltd 38 Bingham Road Verwood Dorset BH31 6TY
H Smith
15 Oct 2024
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Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31 March 2024
| Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 31 March 2024 |
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| 2024 | 2023 | ||
| £ | £ | ||
| Income and endowments from: | |||
| Donations and legacies | 68,188 | 101,343 | |
| Total | 68,188 | 101,343 | |
| Expenditure (Notes 6) | |||
| Expenditure on: | |||
| Raising funds | |||
| Charitable activities | 92,466 | 101,337 | |
| Support costs | 694 | 7,447 | |
| Governance | 1,040 | 1,713 | |
| Total | 94,200 | 110,497 | |
| Net income/(expenditure) before tax | 26,012 - |
9,154 - |
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| Tax payable | |||
| 26,012 - Net income/(expenditure) after tax before investment gains/(lo |
9,154 - |
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| Net gains/(losses) on investments | |||
| Net income/(expenditure) | 26,012 - |
9,154 - |
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| Other gains/(losses) | |||
| Net movement in funds | 26,012 - |
9,154 - |
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| Reconciliation of funds: | |||
| Total funds brought forward | 5,475 | 14,629 | |
| Total funds carried forward | 20,537 - |
5,475 | |
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Balance Sheet
For the Year Ended 31 March 2024
| Provisions for liabilities Total net assets or liabilities Funds of the Charity Unrestricted funds Fixed assets Tangible assets (Note 14) Total fixed assets Current assets Cash at bank and in hand (Note 24) Total current assets Creditors: amounts falling due within one Net current assets/(liabilities) Total assets less current liabilities Total funds Creditors: amounts falling due after one year |
2024 2023 £ £ 7,973 10,373 7,973 10,373 4,447 10,297 4,447 10,297 32,957 15,195 28,510 - 4,898 - 20,537 - 5,475 - - - - 20,537 - 5,475 - 20,537 5,475 20,537 - 5,475 |
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Notes to the accounts
For the year ended 31 March 2024
1. Basis of accounting
These accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant note(s) to these accounts.
The accounts have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice: Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) issued on 16 July 2014 and with the Charities Act 2011.
2. Accounting policies
Recognition of income
These are included in the Statement of Financial Activities
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the charity becomes entitled to the resources;
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it is more likely than not that the trustees will receive the
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the monetary value can be measured with sufficient
Offsetting
There has been no offsetting of assets and liabilities, or income and expenses, unless required or permitted by the FRS 102 SORP or FRS 102.
Grants and donations
Grants and donations are only included in the SoFA when the general income recognition criteria are met (5.10 to 5.12 FRS102 SORP).
Liability recognition
Liabilities are recognised where it is more likely than not that there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to pay out resources and the amount of the obligation can be measured with reasonable certainty.
Governance and support costs
Support costs have been allocated between governance costs and other support. Governance costs comprise all costs involving public accountability of the charity and its compliance with regulation and good practice.
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Notes to the accounts (cont)
For the year ended 31 March 2024
Tangible fixed assets for use by charity
These are capitalised if they can be used for more than one year, and cost at least £50 They are valued at cost.
The depreciation is provided at the following annual rates to write off each asset over its estimated useful life:
Plant & Machinery - 25% on cost Fixtures, Fittings and equipment - 25% on cost Motor Vehicles - 25% on cost
3. Fees for examination of the accounts
| 2024 | 2023 | |
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| £ | £ | |
| Independent examiner's fees | 1040 | 1713 |
Includes an adjustment of £NIL (2023 - £713) as incorrect accrual last year
4. Paid employees
Staff costs
| Salaries and wages Social security costs Pension costs (defined contribution scheme) Compensation Total staff costs |
This year Last year £ £ 38,544 33,622 - - 545 957 - 6,000 39,089 40,578 |
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No employees received employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) for the reporting period of more than £60,000
Ex-gratia payments to employees and others (excluding trustees)
During the year £NIL (2023- £6,000) was paid in compensation to a previous employee on the advice of ACAS.
5. Trustees expenses
At the year end the charity owed one trustee £31,257 (2023 - £14,195.39) for costs incurred by the charity. No payment has been made for these expenses.
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Notes to the accounts (cont) For the year ended 31 March 2024
5. Tangible Fixed Assets
| At the beginning of the year Additions Revaluations Disposals Transfers At end of the year At beginning of the year Disposals Depreciation Impairment Transfers At end of the year Net book value at the beginning of the year Net book value at the end of the year 14.3 Net book value |
Plant and machinery Motor vehicles Fixtures, fittings and equipment Total £ £ £ £ 15,571 24,912 73,849 114,332 2,375 - 1,237 3,612 - - - - - - - - - - - - 17,946 24,912 75,086 117,944 9,329 24,912 69,717 103,958 - - - - 2,568 - 3,444 6,012 - - - - - - - - 11,897 24,912 73,162 109,970 6,242 0 4,131 10,373 6,049 0 1,924 7,973 |
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Issuer
HTS Accounts Ltd
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