Independent Examinerfs Report to the Trustees of the 7- EP50M (MEfHODISf) SCOUT GROUP I report on the accounts of the Group for the year ended 31 March 2024, which are set out on pages 3 to 4. Respertive responsibllities of trustees and examiner The Group's trustees are responsible forthe preparation of the accounts. They considerthat an audit is not required for this year (under section 43(21 of the Charities Act 1993, and that an independent examination is required. It is my responsibility to- Examine the accounts (under section 43 (3)1a) of the 1993 act- To follow the procedures laid down in the general directions given bythe Charity Commissioners under section 4317llb} of the 1993 act: and To state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examinerfs report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given bythe Charity Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept bythe Group and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also included consideration of any unusual iterns or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audtt. and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given in the accounts. Independent Examinerfs Statement In connection with my explanation, no matter has come to my attention; l. Which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements To keep accounting records in accordance with Section 41 of the 1993 act and To prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply wtth the accounting requirements of the 1993 Act have not been met. or 2. To which, in my opinion, attention should be draw'n in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Name: Andra¥ McDonald Signed: Address:_31 Pound Lane, Epsom. Kr19 8SB Date:
Major Activlties and Achievements tn the year The annual review presented to all parents and interested parties prior to the AGM highlights the activities and achievements duringthe year. This is a comprehensive document that details number5 of young people in each section, a report from each section, abbreviated accounts and a review of the year. At the end of the year the income reserves amounted to £549.65012023: £579,906). The Group's policy on reserves is to hold an amount that will enable it to replace the motor vehicles. The New HQhas been recorded as an asset within the accounts. The trustees have identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposed. They have reviewed these and established systems to mitigate them. The objectives of the Group are to promote the development of young people in achievingtheir full physical, intellectual. social and spiritual potentials, as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities. The Group is a trust established under its rules, which are common to all Groups. Trustees are appointed in accordance wrth the Policy, Organisation and Rules of the Scout Association. They are well acquainted over a number of years in local scouting. The accounts have been drawn up on the Receipts and Payments basis. which is consistent with the previous year. Approved by the trustees on the 2nd October 2024 and signed on their behalf by: Dr Kevin Mead- ChairnMn Anthony S Williams- Treasu
7TH EPSChM (m(X)ISnSC(xGR(XJp Income Expenditure Staternent forthe period ended 31 MCh 2024 2023124 Restricted Unrestricted Funds Funds Totsl 2022123 IncomingResources Annual Subscriptions Income from Fundraising Incomefrom Camps& Activities Section Income MinibusHire Group Clothing Donations Gift Aid Interest Receiv1 Other Irbcome 30.193 6.643 19,691 55 755 143 710 30.193 6,643 21,791 55 29.173 6,888 28,919 750 599 40 2,100 755 143 710 4,659 972 4.659 972 4,739 425 33 Total Income 63,827 2.100 65.927 71.566 ¢t£0Ing Resources Capitation Feesand Subscription Refvnds Costs of Fundraising Expenditufefrom Camps& Activities - Section Costs Minibus Costs HQRental, Insuranceand Equipment Costs Group Clothing Scout Shop Bank Charges Other Expenditure 10,600 1,194 22,846 4,299 6,247 5.613 10.600 1.194 26,223 4,299 6.247 5.613 10.451 21 3,377 38,058 5,232 9,619 2,555 518 2,490 144 105 2,025 120 183 2.025 120 183 Total Expenditure 53.127 3.377 56,504 69,193 Net Incomingl(WiTrgresources before transfer5 10,700 (1,277) 9.423 2.373
7TH EPSIJM (MEtHODIST)SCOUTGRIWP Balance Sheet asat 31 March 2024 2023 Z024 RXEDASSETS 442,255 32,693 Headquarter5 Minibu5 442,255 29,424 474,948 471.679 CURRENT ASSU5 104.958 Cash at Bank Debtors 114.380 Creditorsfallingduewithin oneyear 104,958 Net Current Assets 114.380 579.906 Total Assets le5sCurrent Liabilities 586,059 474,948 DesigTred Resef¥S 471.678 General Resem&' 126,586 121.6281 (*enlng Baance Movement in Year 104,958 9.423 104,958 Net IncominFJOutgoing resources 114,381 579,906 586.059