Registered number: 05944192 Charity number: 1155270
NEW ROUTES INTEGRATION
(A CHARITABLE COMPANY LIMITED BY GUARANTEE)
TRUSTEES’ REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
NEW ROUTES INTEGRATION
COMPANY INFORMATION
DIRECTORS
COMPANY NUMBER CHARITY NUMBER
REGISTERED OFFICE
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS
Enefola Samuel Apeh (Chair) (Resigned 01/03/25) Vincente Ballester (Treasurer) Judeline Nicholas Christopher Peskett Brian Watkins Henrietta Shirazu (Resigned 01/04/2024) Elo Onyia Busranur Serin (Appointed 01/10/24) Malcolm Simpkin (Chair) (Appointed 07/03/25)
05944192
1155270
Norwich Social Centre Catherine Wheel Opening St Augustine’s Street Norwich NR3 3BQ
Triple Bottom Line Accounting Ltd The Enterprises Centre University of East Anglia Norwich NR4 7TJ
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CONTENTS
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| Directors' report | 4 - 7 |
| CEO's report | 8-9 |
| Independent Examiner’s Report | 10 |
| Statement of financial activities | 11 |
| Balance sheet | 12 |
| Notes to the financial statements | 13 - 26 |
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NEW ROUTES INTEGRATION
DIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The Directors (who are also the charity trustees for the purposes of charity law) present their report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Structure, Governance and Management
New Routes Integration is a charitable company limited by guarantee and is governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Association, originally adopted on 28 October 2003. The charity is also registered with the Charity Commission.
The Directors, who are also charity trustees, have responsibility for the overall strategic direction of the organisation. Trustees are appointed in accordance with the governing document and receive an induction covering governance responsibilities, policies and the charity’s work.
The charity’s day-to-day operations are overseen by the CEO, with appropriate oversight and reporting framework in place.
Objectives and Activities
The charity’s objectives, as set out in its governing document, are:
To promote social inclusion for the public benefit by preventing people who are socially excluded on the grounds of their ethnic origin, religion, belief or creed (in particular members of the newly resettled black and minority ethnic communities including refugees and asylum seekers) in Norfolk from becoming socially excluded, relieving the needs of those people who are socially excluded and assisting them to integrate into society to develop the capacity and skills of the members of the disadvantaged community of Norfolk in such a way that they are better able to identify, and help meet, their needs and to participate more fully in society.
The charity delivers a range of services in furtherance of these objects, including adult support and advocacy, youth activities, ESOL classes and community engagement programmes.
Public Benefit Statement
The Directors confirm that they have had due regard to the Charity Commission’s guidance on public benefit when planning the charity’s activities for the year. The charity’s work provides clear public benefit through the delivery of support, education and community programmes that improve wellbeing, inclusion and opportunity for refugees, asylum seekers, migrants and other individuals facing disadvantage.
The activities undertaken during the year directly further the charity’s aims and provide measurable and meaningful benefit to the communities served.
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Chair’s Statement
As Chair of New Routes Integration, I am delighted to introduce this year’s Annual Report. Although I was not in post during the reporting period, I have kept closely abreast of developments across the sector and have followed New Routes’ achievements with admiration. It is a privilege to now steward an organisation whose impact, values, and community spirit are so deeply embedded and consistently demonstrated.
This year has been one of significant progress and resilience. Against a backdrop of increasing demand, a fast-changing national landscape, and rising pressures faced by refugees, asylum seekers and migrants, New Routes has continued to deliver life-changing, community-rooted support.
Our dedicated staff and volunteers have worked tirelessly to ensure that every person who walks through our doors is welcomed with dignity, care, and hope and our programmes have continued to thrive:
Our adult support team has provided essential advice, advocacy and wellbeing support to help individuals navigate complex systems such as housing, welfare, health and community services. This work has ensured that adults facing uncertainty and hardship feel heard, equipped, and supported.
Our youth team has delivered an exciting array of activities, from sports and creative workshops to residential opportunities, building confidence, friendships and a sense of belonging for young people who have often faced significant upheaval.
Our ESOL provision expanded in both scale and reach, responding to the increased number of new arrivals in Norwich and the surge in demand for English learning. Our classes empowered learners with the language and practical skills needed to engage, participate, and thrive in their new communities.
Refugee Week once again reached new heights, bringing together partners, artists, activists and community members in a powerful celebration of culture, courage and connection. It remains one of our most visible expressions of unity and shared humanity.
Financially, the organisation remains stable and forward-looking. Thanks to our funders, donors and partners, we have continued to diversify our income and strengthen long-term sustainability. Careful financial management has ensured that we can continue meeting both immediate needs and emerging challenges.
As we look ahead, New Routes is entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation. Our strategic priorities for the coming years reflect our commitment to strengthening our services, deepening inclusion, and responding with agility to the evolving needs of the communities we serve.
None of this would be possible without the extraordinary dedication and compassion of our staff, volunteers, trustees, partners and supporters. Your commitment to creating a more inclusive, welcoming Norwich continues to inspire and energise our work.
Thank you for your enduring support and for standing with us in building a future where every individual, regardless of background, can feel safe, valued, and able to flourish.
Malcolm Simpkin, Chair of Board of Trustees
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Financial Review
The Directors have assessed the charity’s ability to continue as a going concern and are satisfied that the organisation has adequate resources to continue operating for the foreseeable future.
Total incoming resources for the financial year were £378,169 (2024: £392,666) a decrease of 3.7% from the prior year of £14,497. This has mainly come from a reduction in designated income. Additional detail on incoming resources is set out in notes 4-5 and 14 of the financial statements.
Expenditure on charitable objectives for the financial year was £399,909 (2024: £338,978), an increase of 18% from the prior year of £60,931. This expenditure corresponds to the increases in salaries, overheads and project outgoings.
Net outgoing resources for the period on unrestricted funds amounted to £2,584 (2024: net incoming resources £45,592), reflecting a small loss for the year. On restricted funds net outgoing resources amounted to £19,156 (2024: net incoming resources £8,096) which primarily reflects the utilisation of brought forward restricted funds from the prior year.
Risk Management
The Directors regularly review the major risks to which the charity is exposed, including strategic, operational, financial, governance and compliance risks. Systems and procedures have been established to manage these risks and to mitigate their potential impact on the organisation’s activities.
Key areas of focus during the year included the stability of funding, cost inflation, safeguarding, service delivery capacity and staff wellbeing. The Directors are satisfied that appropriate controls and processes are in place and that no significant unmanaged risks were identified during the period.
Reserves Policy
The Directors have established a reserves policy to maintain unrestricted reserves equivalent to approximately three months of core operating expenditure. This provides a financial buffer against unexpected fluctuations in income and ensures the charity can meet its obligations in the event of delays in funding.
Based on minimum projected core operating expenditure for 2026, assuming all funding ceased, total costs would be £247,216, comprising £192,535 of staff costs and £54,681 of non-staff costs. This equates to a three-month reserves’ requirement of £61,804.
At the year end, unrestricted funds totalled £224,327 (2024: £226,911) and restricted funds totalled £156,923 (2024: £176,079). Of the unrestricted funds, £51,292 are held as free reserves. While this is below the target level of £61,804, it is considered acceptable considering the charity’s overall cash position.
The Directors continue to monitor reserves closely and are taking steps to strengthen unrestricted income streams with the aim of achieving the target reserves level over the coming period.
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DIRECTORS’ REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Funds in deficit
There are no funds materially in deficit.
Malcolm Simpkin Vicente Ballester
Chair of the Board of Directors Treasurer
December 2025 December 2025
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NEW ROUTES INTEGRATION
CEO REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Welcome from our CEO, Gee Cook
I am proud to introduce New Routes Integration’s Annual Report 2024-25, a year marked by both global turbulence and profound local togetherness. As conflicts continue in Afghanistan, Ukraine, Syria, Sudan, and other regions across the world, Norwich has seen rising numbers of people seeking safety, stability, and a place to rebuild their lives. Throughout the year we have welcomed increasing numbers of new arrivals in temporary hotel accommodation, each bringing unique experiences, strengths, and needs.
In response, New Routes has continued to adapt, expand, and tailor our services to meet emerging and rapidly changing demands. Our team has worked tirelessly to ensure that every new arrival, regardless of when they arrive or what they have fled, can access support that is dignified, responsive, and culturally informed. From strengthening our casework and wellbeing sessions, to reshaping our ESOL, youth, and adult programmes, we have ensured our work remains grounded in the real needs of participants.
Crucially, we have expanded our operations and we have maintained a firm focus on financial prudence. We understand the importance of stewarding the resources entrusted to us, and we have worked hard to ensure that every donation and grant is utilised efficiently and effectively to maximise the direct impact on the lives of those we serve.
This year we made significant advances in participants’ employability skills, developing new workshops and pathways to help people gain confidence, skills, and opportunities in the UK job market. These programmes are already opening doors for participants who are eager to contribute, establish independence, and build long-term futures here.
Our progress has been underpinned by strong collaboration. Over the past year we have built and deepened networks and partnerships with organisations, councils, community groups, health services, and supporters who share our commitment to equity and inclusion. These relationships enable us to deliver more comprehensive, joined-up support and to strengthen the safety net around those most at risk of isolation.
One of the stand-out moments of the year was Refugee Week, where our events brought together hundreds of people, families, volunteers, long-standing residents, new arrivals, community partners, and supporters, in a celebration of resilience, culture, and solidarity. This event embodied what New Routes strives for every day: communities connected, barriers removed, and people empowered to share their stories and strengths.
I want to give special thanks to all our staff, volunteers, funders and partners. We simply could not do our valuable work without your trust, commitment, and belief in our mission. Your support ensures that individuals and families arriving in Norwich are met with compassion, opportunity, and a genuine welcome.
Finally, I want to recognise the courage and determination of the people who come through our doors. Their hope, talent, and resilience continue to inspire us and shape the direction of our work.
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CEO REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
As we reflect on the year, we also look forward with purpose. New Routes remains committed to meeting rising demand, strengthening integration pathways, and ensuring Norwich is a place where everyone feels welcome, safe, and able to thrive.
Thank you for standing with us.
GEE COOK
December 2025
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
I report to the Directors on my examination of the accounts of the charitable company for the year ended 31 March 2025.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity Trustees, who are also 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 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 examiners 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 that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the Company as required by section 386 of the 2006 Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records; or
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the accounts do not comply with the 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
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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.
Claire Atkinson ACMA CGMA
Triple Bottom Line Accounting Limited
The Enterprise Centre
Norwich
NR4 7TJ
Dated: 11[th] December 2025
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (Including Income and Expenditure Account) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| Notes Income from: Grants and donations 4 Investments Total income Expenditure on: Charitable objectives 6 Governance costs 7 Total expenditure Net income / (expenditure) before tax for the year Taxation Net income / (expenditure) after tax for the year Transfers between funds 12 Net income / (expenditure) and net movement in funds for the year Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted Fund Restricted Fund Total Funds 2025 Total Funds 2024 £ £ £ £ 75,629 302,009 377,638 392,222 531 - 531 444 |
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| 76,160 302,009 378,169 392,666 78,744 300,299 379,043 325,172 - 20,866 20,866 13,806 |
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| 78,744 321,165 399,909 338,978 (2,584) (19,156) (21,740) 53,688 - - - - (2,584) (19,156) (21,740) 53,688 - - - - |
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| (2,584) (19,156) (21,740) 53,688 226,911 176,079 402,990 349,302 |
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| 224,327 156,923 381,250 402,990 |
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All incoming resources and resources expended relate to continuing activities. The notes on pages 13 to 26 form part of these financial statements.
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(REGISTERED NUMBER: 05944192) BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2025
| Notes | 2025 | 2024R | ||||
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| £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| Current Assets | ||||||
| Debtors | 9 | 50,025 | 61,667 | 61,667 | ||
| Cash at bank and in hand | ||||||
| Cash excludes £32,561 held as agent (as per | ||||||
| note 10) | 340,191 | 352,850 | 352,850 | |||
| Total Current Assets | 390,216 | 414,517 | 414,517 | |||
| Liabilities | ||||||
| Creditors falling due within one year | 10 | (8,966) | (11,527) | (11,527) | ||
| Net Current Assets | 381,250 | 402,990 | ||||
| Total Assets less Current Liabilities | 381,250 | 402,990 | ||||
| Creditors falling due after one year | 11 | - | - | |||
| Net Assets | 381,250 | 402,990 | ||||
| Charity Funds | ||||||
| Restricted Income Funds | 12 | 156,923 | 176,079 | |||
| Unrestricted Funds – Designated Funds | 12 | 115,134 | 123,313 | |||
| Unrestricted Funds – General Funds | 12 | 57,901 | 52,837 | |||
| Unrestricted Funds – Reserves | 12 | 51,292 | 50,761 | |||
| Total Unrestricted Funds | 224,327 | 226,911 | ||||
| Total Charity Funds | 381,250 | 402,990 |
For the year ending 31 March 2025, the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006. The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its accounts for the year in question in accordance with section 476.
The Directors acknowledge their responsibility for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts. These accounts have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies’ regime.
The financial statements were approved by the Directors on 11 December 2025.
Malcolm Simpkin Vicente Ballester Chair of the Board of Directors Treasurer
The notes on pages 13 to 26 form part of these financial statements.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1 SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
BASIS OF PREPARATION
BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP 2019) applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102), the Charities Act 2011, the Companies Act 2006 and UK Generally Accepted Practice in issue at 1 April 2023.
The financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis under the historical cost convention, modified to include certain items at fair value. The financial statements are presented in sterling which is the functional currency of the charity and rounded to the nearest £.
The significant accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all years presented unless otherwise stated.
CHANGE OF ACCOUNTING POLICY
The accounts present a true and fair view and the accounting policies adopted are those outlined in note 2.
CHANGES TO ACCOUNTING ESTIMATES
No changes to accounting estimates have occurred in the reporting period (3.46 FRS 102 SORP).
MATERIAL ERRORS TO REPORT
No material errors to report.
INCOME RECOGNITION
These are included in the Statement of Financial activities (SoFA) when:
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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 resources; and
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The monetary value can be measured
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).
In the case of performance related grants, income must only be recognised to the extent that the charity has provided the specified goods or services as entitlement to the grant only occurs when the performance related conditions are met (5.16 FRS 102 SORP).
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued)
LEGACIES
Legacies are included in the SOFA when receipt is probable, that is, when there has been grant of probate, the executors have established that there are sufficient assets in the estate and any conditions attached to the legacy are either within the control of the charity or have been met.
TAX RECLAIMS ON DONATIONS AND GIFTS
Gift Aid receivable is included in income when there is a valid declaration from the donor. Any Gift Aid amount recovered on a donation is considered to be part of that gift and is treated as an addition to the same fund as the initial donation unless the donor or the terms of the appeal have specified otherwise.
CONTRACTUAL INCOME AND PERFORMANCE RELATED GRANTS
This is only included in the SoFA once the charity has provided the related goods or services or met the performance related conditions.
DONATED GOODS
Donated goods are measured at fair value (the amount for which the asset could be exchanged) unless impractical to do so.
The cost of any stock of goods donated for distribution to beneficiaries is deemed to be the fair value of those gifts at the time of their receipt and they are recognised on receipt. In the reporting period in which the stocks are distributed, they are recognised as an expense at the carrying amount of the stocks at distribution.
Donated goods for resale are measured at fair value on initial recognition, which is the expected proceeds from sale less the expected costs of sale and recognised in 'Income from other trading activities' with the corresponding stock recognised in the balance sheet. On its sale the value of stock is charged against 'Income from other trading activities' and the proceeds from sale are also recognised as 'Income from other trading activities'.
Goods donated for on-going use by the charity are recognised as tangible fixed assets and included in the SoFA as incoming resources when receivable.
Gifts in kind use by the charity are included in the SoFA as income from donations when receivable.
DONATED SERVICES AND FACILITIES
Donated services and facilities are included in the SOFA when received at the value of the gift to the charity provided the value of the gift can be measured reliably.
Donated services and facilities that are consumed immediately are recognised as income with an equivalent amount recognised as an expense under the appropriate heading in the SOFA.
SUPPORT COSTS
The charity has incurred expenditure on support costs.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (continued)
VOLUNTEER HELP
The value of any voluntary help received is not included in the accounts but is described in the trustees’ annual report.
INCOME FROM INTEREST, ROYALTIES AND DIVIDENDS
This is included in the accounts when receipt is probable, and the amount receivable can be measured reliably.
INCOME FROM MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTIONS
Membership subscriptions received in the nature of a gift are recognised in Donations and Legacies.
Membership subscriptions which gives a member the right to buy services or other benefits are recognised as income earned from the provision of goods and services as income from charitable activities.
SETTLEMENT OF INSURANCE CLAIMS
Insurance claims are only included in the SoFA when the general income recognition criteria are met (5.10 to 5.12 FRS102 SORP) and are included as an item of other income in the SoFA.
INVESTMENT GAINS AND LOSSES
This includes any realised or unrealised gains or losses on the sale of investments and any gain or loss resulting from revaluing investments to market value at the end of the year.
EXPENDITURE AND LIABILITIES
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
Governance costs comprise all costs involving public accountability of the charity and its compliance with regulation and good practice.
Support costs include central functions and have been allocated to activity cost categories on a basis consistent with the use of resources, e.g. allocating property costs by floor areas, or per capita, staff costs by the time spent and other costs by their usage.
GRANTS WITH PERFORMANCE CONDITIONS
Where the charity gives a grant with conditions for its payment being a specific level of service or output to be provided, such grants are only recognised in the SoFA once the recipient of the grant has provided the specified service or output.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
GRANTS PAYABLE WITHOUT PERFORMANCE CONDITIONS
Where there are no conditions attaching to the grant that enables the donor charity to realistically avoid the commitment, a liability for the full funding obligation must be recognised.
REDUNDANCY COST
The charity made no redundancy payments during the reporting period.
DEFERRED INCOME
No material item of deferred income has been included in the accounts unless otherwise stated.
CREDITORS
The charity has creditors which are measured at settlement amounts less any trade discounts.
PROVISIONS FOR LIABILITIES
A liability is measured on recognition at its historical cost and then subsequently measured at the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation at the reporting date.
BASIC FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The charity accounts for basic financial instruments on initial recognition as per paragraph 10.7 FRS102 SORP. Subsequent measurement is as per paragraphs 11.17 to 11.19, FRS102 SORP.
GOING CONCERN
The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis as the trustees believe that no material uncertainties exist. The trustees have considered the level of funds held and the expected level of income and expenditure for 12 months from authorising these financial statements. The budgeted income and expenditure are sufficient with the level of reserves for the charity to be able to continue as a going concern.
2 LEGAL STATUS OF THE CHARITY
New Routes Integration is a private charitable company limited by guarantee in England. In the event of the charity being wound up, the liability in respect of the guarantee is limited to £1 per member of the charity. The address of the registered office is given in the charity information page of these financial statements. The nature of the charity’s operations and principal activities are explained in the Trustees’ Report.
3 NET INCOME / EXPENDITURE FOR THE YEAR
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
4 INCOME FROM GRANTS AND DONATIONS
During the period the trust received grants from the following:
| AB Charitable Trust Access Foundation Active Norfolk Art at Work Big Norfolk Holiday Fund Children in Need Elledale Trust HAF Winter Activities Hethersett Hearts Lloyds Bank Foundation National Lottery Community Fund National Lottery Community Fund - RW Natural England Norfolk Community Foundation Norfolk County Council Norfolk Rivers Norwich City Council Norwich Consolidated Charity Other Income - Donations - Gift Aid - Designated Donations - Other Income Septagon Sir Norman Lamb UK Youth Total income from grants and donations |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds Total 2025 Total 2024 £ £ £ £ 1,840 - 1,840 - - 31,644 31,644 - - 6,698 6,698 - - - - 800 - 10,583 10,583 - - - - 7,863 - - - 550 - - - 3,729 - - - 1,422 - 27,500 27,500 25,000 - 94,351 94,351 95,647 - - - 20,000 - - - 2,000 - 49,073 49,073 30,388 - 27,500 27,500 90,068 - 1,500 1,500 - - 5,000 5,000 4,700 - 30,000 30,000 - 13,789 - 13,789 9,043 - - - 573 - - - 2,265 - 15.000 15,000 4,294 60,000 - 60,000 85,000 - 3,160 3,160 5,000 - - - 3,880 |
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| 75,629 302,009 377,638 392,222 |
Grants and donations marked * are government grant income. Income is only recognised where the income recognition criteria set out in the accounting policies are met.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
5 INCOME FROM INVESTMENTS
All the charity’s investment income arises from interest bearing bank accounts.
6 DIRECT CHARITABLE EXPENDITURE
| Project Costs Project Running Costs Overhead Costs Overheads Other costs Support costs Salaries Finance costs Allocated as follows: Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds 7 GOVERNANCE COSTS Financial and administration Legal and professional Independent Examiner’s Fee Allocated as follows: Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds |
2025 2024R £ £ 105,667 104,879 42,258 28,409 8,320 7,700 222,798 184,184 - - |
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| 379,043 325,172 |
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| 2025 2024R £ £ 78,744 55,086 300,299 270,086 |
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| 379,043 325,172 |
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| 2025 2024R £ £ 17,064 12,028 3,052 1,028 750 750 |
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| 20,866 13,806 |
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| 2025 2024R £ £ - 2,040 20,866 11,766 |
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| 20,866 13,806 |
Governance costs for 2024 have been re-apportioned as the split between note 6 and note 7 was incorrect. The total expenditure has not been affected.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
8 STAFF COSTS
| The cost of employing staff was: Wages and salaries Employers’ Social security costs Employers’ contribution to defined contribution pension scheme he average number of employees during the year was 8 (2024: 6). he parts of the charity in which the employees work: Fundraising Charitable Activities Governance Other Total |
2025 2024 £ £ 201,241 166,992 13,064 10,139 8,493 7,053 |
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| 222,798 184,184 |
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| 8 6 |
The average number of employees during the year was 8 (2024: 6).
The parts of the charity in which the employees work:
No employees received total employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) of more than £60,000
The trustees neither received nor waived any remuneration during the current or previous year.
The trustees did not have any expenses reimbursed during the current or previous year.
The charity operates a defined contribution pension plan for its employees. The amount recognised as an expense in the year was £8,493 (2024: £7,053).
| Allocated as follows: Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds |
2025 2024 £ £ 4,774 5,017 3,719 2,036 |
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| 8,493 7,053 |
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
9 DEBTORS
| Trade debtors Prepayments Accrued income Other debtors |
2025 2024 £ £ - - 700 - 47,658 60,000 1,667 1,667 |
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| 50,025 61,667 |
Grants totalling £47,658 (2024: £60,000) were included in accrued income where the charity considers it meets income recognition requirements as set out in the accounting policies.
10 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
| Trade creditors Accruals and deferred income Taxation and social security |
2025 2024R £ £ - - 2,763 2,351 6,203 9,176 |
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| 8,966 11,527 |
FUNDS HELD AS AGENTS
The charity holds funds on behalf of another charity. These funds are not under the control of the charity, and the trustees have no discretion over their use. In accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102), these amounts are not recognised as incoming resources or as liabilities of the charity. They are disclosed below as agency transactions. 2024 has been re-stated to reflect this change.
| under the control of the charity, and the trustees have no discretion over their use. In accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102), these amounts are not recognised as incoming resources or as liabilities of the charity. They are disclosed below as agency transactions. 2024 has been re-stated to reflect this change. |
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| 2025 | 2024R | |
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| Balance brought forward | 13,542 | 14,385 |
| Funds received in the year | 43,608 | 14,000 |
| Funds distributed in the year | (24,589) | (14,843) |
| Balance held at year end | 32,561 | 13,542 |
| At the year end, the charity held £32,561 (2024: £13,542) on behalf of | ||
| another charity. This amount is excluded from the charity’s cash at bank, | ||
| creditors and from the charity’s funds. |
11 CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING AFTER ONE YEAR
| REDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING AFTER ONE YEAR | |
|---|---|
| Other creditors | 2025 2024 £ £ - - |
| - - |
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12 FUND RECONCILIATION
2025:
| 025: | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unrestricted | Designated | Restricted | Total | Total | |
| Funds | Funds | Funds | 2025 | 2024 | |
| £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Fund balance as at | |||||
| 31 March 2024 | 103,598 | 123,313 | 176,079 | 402,990 | 349,302 |
| Movements in year | 5,595 | (8,179) | (19,156) | (21,740) | 53,688 |
| Transfer between funds | - | - | - | - | - |
| Fund balance as at | |||||
| 31 March 2025 | 109,193 | 115,134 | 156,923 | 381,250 | 402,990 |
| nrestricted funds are analysed as follows: | |||||
| 2025 | 2024 | ||||
| £ | £ | ||||
| Unrestricted Funds - General Funds | 57,901 | 52,837 | |||
| Unrestricted Funds - Reserves | 51,292 | 50,761 | |||
| Designated Funds - Funds | 113,304 | 121,483 | |||
| Designated Funds - Donations | - | - | |||
| Designated Funds – Emergency Fund | 1,830 | 1,830 | |||
| Balance on 31 March 2025 | 224,327 | 226,911 |
Unrestricted funds are analysed as follows:
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FUND RECONCILIATION YEAR (continued)
2024:
| Fund balance as at 31 March 2023 Movements in year Transfer between funds Fund balance as at 31 March 2024 |
Unrestricted funds Designated Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024 Total 2023 £ £ £ £ £ 89,953 91,365 167,984 349,302 275,524 8,405 36,088 9,195 53,688 73,778 5,240 (4,140) (1,100) |
|---|---|
| 103,598 123,313 176,079 402,990 349,302 |
13 ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS
2025:
| Debtors Other Debtors Cash at Bank and in hand Creditors 2024: Debtors Other Debtors Cash at Bank and in hand Creditors |
Unrestricted Funds Designated Funds Restricted Funds Total 2025 Total 2024R £ £ £ £ £ - - - - - - - 50,025 50,025 61,667 109,193 121,337 109,661 340,191 352,850 - (6,203) (2,763) (8,966) (11,527) 109,193 115,134 156,923 381,250 402,990 Unrestricted Funds Designated Funds Restricted Funds Total 2024R Total 2023R £ £ £ £ £ - - - - 6,690 - - 61,667 61,667 - 115,125 123,313 114,412 352,850 342,612 (11,527) - - (11,527) (14,385) |
|---|---|
| 103,598 123,313 176,079 402,990 349,302 |
2024 Net Assets between funds have been re-stated to reflect the removal of funds held as agents from the Charity’s Balance Sheet which was previously mis-stated in prior years.
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14 MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
2025:
| 25: | |
|---|---|
| Restricted Funds Access Foundation Active Norfolk Art at Work Big Norfolk Holiday Fund HAF Winter Activities Hethersett Hearts Lloyds Bank Foundation National Lottery Fund National Lottery Fund RW Natural England Norfolk Comm Foundation Norfolk County Council Norfolk Rivers Norwich City Council Norwich Charitable Trust Norwich Consolidated Charity Sir Norman Lamb UK Youth Other Restricted Donations Designated Funds AB Charitable Trust Emergency Fund Refugee Action Septagon Trust Unrestricted Funds Donations Reserves |
Fund balance 1 April 2024 Income Expenditure Transfers in/(out) general fund Fund balance 31 March 2025 £ £ £ £ £ - 31,644 (31,644) - - - 6,698 (6,698) - - 800 - - - 800 - 10,583 (7,492) - 3.091 751 - (751) - - 524 - (524) - - 31,316 27,500 (33,816) - - 9,030 94,351 (71,925) - 31,456 18,648 - (18,648) - - 4,281 - (281) - 4,000 23,437 49,073 (44,259) - 28,251 63,570 27,500 (78,437) - 12,633 - 1,500 (1,500) - 2,337 5,000 (5,536) - 1,801 14,171 - (14,171) - - - 30,000 (2,323) - 27,677 5,000 3,160 (3,160) - 5,000 2,214 - - - 2,214 - 15,000 - - 15,000 |
| 176,079 302,009 (321,165) - 156,923 |
|
| 1,838 1,840 (3,678) - - 1,830 - - - 1,830 4,655 - (4,655) - - 114,990 60,000 (61,686) - 113,304 |
|
| 123,313 61,840 (70,019) - 115,134 |
|
| 52,837 13,789 (8,725) - 57,901 |
|
| 50,761 531 - - 51,292 |
|
| 402,990 378,169 (399,909) - 381,250 |
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MOVEMENT IN FUNDS (CONTINUED)
Details of Restricted Funds
Access Foundation Access Foundation funding towards employability skills Active Norfolk Active Norfolk funding towards adult activities Art at Work Art at Work is grant funding towards Women's Creative Workshops Big Norfolk Holiday Fund BNHF funding towards youth activities HAF Winter Activities HAF funded Youth Activities, specifically winter activities Hethersett Hearts Hethersett Hearts donated funding towards Youth Activities Lloyds Bank Foundation Lloyds Bank Foundation funding was used towards Core Costs National Lottery Fund National Lottery funding was used towards Core Costs Natural England Norfolk Natural England Norfolk donated funds towards Youth Activities Norfolk Community Foundation Norfolk Community Foundation donated funding towards Youth Activities Norfolk County Council Norfolk County Council funding was used towards Core Costs Norfolk Rivers Norfolk Rivers funding towards youth activities Norwich City Council Norwich City Council donated funds specifically towards Refugee Week Norwich Charitable Trust Norwich Charitable Trust funding was used towards Core Costs Sir Norman Lamb Sir Norman Lamb donated funds towards Youth Activities UK Youth UK Youth donated funds towards Youth Activities Other Restricted Donations Anonymous donation
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MOVEMENT IN FUNDS (CONTINUED)
2024:
| 24: | |
|---|---|
| Restricted Funds Art at Work Children in Need Ellerdale Trust HAF Winter Activities Hethersett Hearts Lloyds Bank Foundation National Lottery Fund NIP National Lottery Fund National Lottery Fund RW Natural England Norfolk Comm Foundation Norfolk County Council Norwich City Council Norwich Charitable Trust Sir Norman Lamb Tudor Trust UK Youth Designated Funds AB Charitable Trust Comm. Action Norfolk Designated Donations Emergency Fund Refugee Action Septagon Trust Unrestricted Funds Donations Reserves |
Fund balance April 2023 Income Expenditure Transfers to/(from) general fund Fund balance March 2024 £ £ £ £ £ - 800 - - 800 8,552 7,863 (16,415) - - 1,441 500 (1,991) - - - 3,729 (2,978) - 751 - 1,422 (898) - 524 27,250 25,000 (20,934) - 31,316 18,109 - (18,109) - - 8,364 95,647 (94,980) - 9,030 10,000 20,00 (11,352) - 18,648 7,643 2,000 (5,362) - 4,281 40,969 30,388 (47,920) - 23,437 16,511 90,068 (43,009) - 63,570 822 4,700 (3,185) - 2,337 26,611 - (12,440) - 14,171 - 5,000 - - 5,000 1,100 - - (1,100) - 612 3,880 (2,278) - 2,214 |
| 167,984 291,047 (281,851) (1,100) 176,079 3,589 - (1,740) - 1,838 5,795 - (5,795) - - 20,147 2,265 (18,273) (4,140) - 2,127 - (297) - 1,830 4,655 - - - 4,655 55,062 85,000 (25,072) - 114,990 |
|
| 91,365 87,265 (51,177) (4,140) 123,313 39,711 13,910 (5,949) 5,165 52,837 |
|
| 50,242 444 - 75 50,761 |
|
| 349,302 392,666 (338,978) - 402,990 |
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15 RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Fay’s African Kitchen is owned by the wife of E S Apeh. During the year New Routes Integration sold no services (2024: £Nil) to the business. New Routes Integration purchased services of £1,000 (2024: £Nil). At the year-end there were no balances due to or from New Routes Integration (2024: £Nil).
16 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES – 2024 COMPARATIVES
| Income from: Grants and donations Investments Total income Expenditure on: Charitable objectives Governance costs Total expenditure Net income / (expenditure) before tax for the year Taxation Net income / (expenditure) after tax for the year Transfers between funds Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted Fund Restricted Fund Total Funds 2024 £ £ £ 101,175 291,047 392,222 444 - 444 |
|---|---|
| 101,619 291,047 392,666 56,377 281,851 338,228 750 - 750 |
|
| 57,127 281,851 338,978 44,492 9,196 53,688 - - - 44,492 9,196 53,688 1,100 (1,100) - |
|
| 45,592 8,096 53,688 181,319 167,983 349,302 |
|
| 226,911 176,079 402,990 |
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