## RUSKINGTON PARISH COMMUNITY LIBRARY 

## ANNUAL REPORT 2024-2025 

1. General The continued effect of the Covid pandemic resulted in a number of volunteers unable to commit to continued service. It is possible that further recruiting may also have been influenced by the pandemic. The trustees noted the continued number of people that provided the community with an essential library service. The trustees also noted the added tasks taken by the team leaders that ensured the library met its commitment to the community. 

2. The Building. The mandatory internal and external checks as required by Lincolnshire County Council (LCC) and the lease were completed. It was noted that one external roof check requires continued progression. 

3. Volunteers. The number of volunteers meets the minimum safe and acceptable periods of work. The trustees are aware of a programme to publicise the need for additional help at the library. Overall, the library provides an excellent service through the dedication of volunteers. 

4. Finance. LCC provided an annual grant of £5,176 that ensured the library function would continue. The grant provides finance for utilities, internal building and personnel insurance and general administration. The trustees noted the feed -in - tariff through a solar panel roof installation helped significantly with electricity costs. 

5. Insurance. It was noted that appropriate insurance cover was provided as necessitated by the conditions of lease from LCC. 

6. Council Tax. The trustees noted and very much appreciated the continued rate relief for a charity provided through North Kesteven District Council. 

7. Summary. The reporting period has amplified the excellent and dedicated work provided through the volunteer system. It is further to their credit that library users recognise the valuable contribution afforded by volunteers to the library. In essence, the trustees recognise the service undertaken by volunteers that ensures the library operation continues to provide an essential attribute to the community. 

## Peter D Cunningham 

Chairman of Trustees 

Ruskington Parish Community Library 



**RUSKINGTON PARISH COMMUNITY LIBRARY INCOME AND EXPENDITURE 1 APRIL 2024 - 31 MARCH 2025** 

## **EXPENDITURE** 

|**INCOME**<br>GRANTS<br>Lincolnshire CC - Revenue<br>5167.00<br>Lincolnshire CC - Capital<br>1020.00<br>ELECTRICITY FEED-IN<br>Total Gas and Power<br>359.69<br>OTHER INCOME<br>Petty Cash<br>190.1Q-  <br>Christmas Raffle<br>30.00<br>Deposit Account Interest<br>769.39<br>Donations<br>55.00<br>1044.49|**EXPENDITURE**<br>UTILITIES<br>Gas<br>795.32<br>Electricity<br>589.32<br>Water Rates<br>207.64<br>1592.28<br>TV LICENCE<br>169.50<br>INSURANCE<br>559.37<br>GROUNDS MAINTENANCE<br>154.33<br>CLEANING<br>1325.68<br>EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS<br>61.98<br>PRINTING AND STATIONERY<br>24.08<br>OTHER SUPPLIES<br>40.62<br>TELEPHONE<br>0.00<br>POSTAGE<br>0.00<br>EXPENSES<br>Volunteer Expenses<br>10.00<br>RPC Admin<br>31.97<br>Miscellaneous<br>1664.09<br>1706.06<br>HEALTH HUB GRANT EXPENDITURE<br>0.00<br>ST GEORGE'S M&M GRANT<br>0.00<br>Surplus 2021/22 c/fwd<br>1957.28|
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**£ 7,591.18** 

**£ 7,591.18**