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THE ACTS OF KINDNESS COLLECTIVE Charity number: 1164796
Trustees' Annual Report and Financial Statements for the Period to 1/1/2022 to 31/12/22
October 2023
Reference & Administration Details
Charity name: Acts of Kindness Collective Other names charity is known AOKC by:
Charity number: 1164796
Charity's operating address: 63 Bermondsey Street, London, SE1 3XF, Great Britain
Names of the Charity Trustees who Manage the Charity
| Trustee Name | Office | Appointed | Retired | |
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| 1 | Justin Cava-Jones | N/A | 10/12/2015 | Ongoing |
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| 2 | Mans Gardfeldt | Chairman & Secretary | 21/05/2017 | Ongoing |
| : | ||||
| 3 | Gavin Cunningham | N/A | 10/12/2015 | Ongoing |
| : |
Names & Addresses of Advisors
Independent examiner: Niels Christoffersson of 169B Porchester Terrace North, W2 6BJ, London, UK
Structure, Governance & Management
Description of the Charity's Trusts
Type of Governing Document: Constitution
How the Charity is Charitable Incorporated Organisation Constituted:
Trustee Selection Methods: Experience in Field, Access to Capital, Requisite Skills.
Objectives & Activities
Summary of the Objects of the Charity as set out in its Governing Document
For such general charitable purposes for the public benefit as are exclusively charitable according to the laws of England and Wales in particular but not exclusively in Nepal by the provision of grants.
Summary of the Main Activities Undertaken for the Public Benefit in Relation to the Charity's Objects
The Charity has been focusing on core areas of Disaster Relief, Education, and Health.
Meuang Phiang Primary School Building - Laos
The Meuang Phiang Primary School, located in Phonxay Village in north-western Lao PDR, faced significant challenges with three existing buildings housing ten classrooms. While one building remained in good condition, two others were in severe disrepair, providing neither safe nor conducive learning environments. In partnership with Classroom of Hope, to address this critical issue, construction commenced in May 2022 and was successfully completed by December 13, 2022.
Lao PDR is considered one of the poorest and least developed countries in Southeast Asia. Educational deficiencies are widespread due to poorly equipped classrooms, lack of essential resources, and limited access to quality education, affecting the most underprivileged communities like Phonxay Village.
The new building, featuring six fully-furnished classrooms and four new toilets, now provides a safe and motivating learning environment for the 249 students (129 boys, 120 girls) and 13 teachers (3 male, 10 female) at Meuang Phiang Primary School. The construction and community involvement underscore the significance of education, incentivizing children to pursue their education.
The project effectively achieved its objectives by offering an improved learning space, enhancing community well-being, and promoting engagement in education. The construction remained efficient, adhering to established protocols and budget constraints. The government's commitment to maintaining and managing the facility ensures long-term sustainability.
Ampil High School - Computer Laboratory - Cambodia
Ampil High School, situated in Ampil Village, northeastern Cambodia, was characterised by well-maintained school grounds and buildings, offering quality education. However, the absence of a computer laboratory and modern technology posed a substantial obstacle to students' academic and professional development.
In partnership with Classroom of Hope, to address this issue, an existing classroom was transformed into a fully-equipped computer laboratory. Installation commenced in May 2022 and concluded by mid-July 2022.
Cambodia has a tumultuous history marked by exploitation and political turmoil. The legacy of these challenges persists, with education suffering as a consequence. The country ranks 146 out of 191 on the Human Development Index, reflecting deficiencies in education, health, and income.
Despite Cambodia's status as one of the world's least-developed nations, integrating Information and Communications Technology (ICT) into education remains a challenge, particularly in rural areas. The project aimed to bridge this gap.
Ampil High School's transformation involved the creation of a computer laboratory with 31 computers, essential equipment, and training for teachers. The initiative bolstered students' access to computer training and technical skills, vital for academic and career progress.
Operational implementation involved collaborative efforts with the school, contractors, and the local community. The project was completed on schedule and within the allocated budget.
The project's effectiveness is evident through the successful establishment of a well-resourced computer laboratory, equipping students with essential ICT skills, enhancing motivation, and preparing teachers to manage IT equipment. Efficiency was maintained as the project adhered to budget and administrative overheads.
Sustainability is emphasised, with the school taking responsibility for facility management, generating income, and providing teacher loans to maintain the laboratory. It is anticipated that the school's staff and management will ensure the laboratory's continued success for the benefit of the students.
Shree Rastriya Basic School - Nepal
The Shree Rashtriya Basic School, located in Janakpur, Nepal, currently serves students from kindergarten to grade 5. However, the government recognized the need for the school to upgrade its facilities and curriculum to accommodate students up to grade 8. Unfortunately, the school has been unable to accept this proposal due to a critical limitation: insufficient classroom space.
The community surrounding this school is situated in the Terai region, a part of Nepal known for its challenging socioeconomic conditions. This area faces numerous hardships, and it meets several of the criteria that are often targeted by initiatives seeking to improve educational access and quality.
Addressing the need for more classrooms and infrastructure improvement in Shree Rashtriya Basic School could significantly impact the quality of education provided to the students and the broader community. By supporting this school's expansion, it becomes possible to empower marginalised communities, enhance access to quality education, and strengthen the foundations for a brighter future in this region.
AOKC started working on addressing these needs in partnership with Kids of Kathmandu during 2022, planning for construction of 3 classrooms, a library, computer lab, toilets, water-purification, and waste management system. Construction commenced in February 2023 and is estimated to be completed by January 2024.
Empowering Education and Housing Initiative - Nepal
In a collaborative effort with The Nepal Initiative and The Lighthouse Foundation, we have extended our support to a project aimed at enhancing the lives of 38 underprivileged and vulnerable children hailing from some of the most remote regions of Nepal. These children originate from villages characterised by limited access to education, inadequate nutrition, unsanitary living conditions, and a distressing susceptibility to human trafficking.
The Lighthouse Foundation, established in 2009 as a non-governmental, non-profit humanitarian organisation, has taken on the responsibility of caring for these children. The foundation is dedicated to upholding the minimum living standards for Nepalese children who find themselves in destitution, social exclusion, vulnerability, and whose well-being is threatened by the harrowing challenges of sexual abuse, violence, trafficking, and conflict. Currently overseeing the operation of two hostels in Kathmandu, where 90 children find refuge, LHFN provides a secure and nurturing environment that fosters the healing, education, and growth of these young individuals.
This collaborative effort not only offers a lifeline to these children but also represents a shared commitment to breaking the cycle of adversity by providing access to education, safe housing, and the opportunity for these young minds to flourish and thrive, ultimately contributing to a brighter future for Nepal.
Urgent Food Relief - Guatemala
In the face of compounding global crises, Guatemala found itself in the grip of a severe humanitarian emergency, with escalating hunger and hardship, particularly among its vulnerable youth. Numerous children and families were trapped in a relentless cycle of destitution, their most basic needs hanging in the balance.
Last year, we undertook a vital mission to extend a lifeline to the people of Tierra Colorado and other remote villages who had been displaced from their homes, pushed into bonded labour, including gruelling work in the local mines. Migrant children, women, and the elderly endured arduous days beneath the scorching sun in their struggle to make ends meet.
In partnership with our local NGO partner, AMOR Guatemala, we provided crucial food parcels to approximately 800 children facing hunger. Our mission involved delivering not only vital sustenance but also a renewed sense of hope and possibility to these resilient individuals.
Achievements & Performance
Statutory Declaration
The trustees declare that they have complied with their duty to have due regard to the guidance on public benefit published by the commission in exercising their powers or duties.
Summary of the Main Achievements of the Charity for the Period:
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(1) Construction of 6 Classrooms and 4 toilets finished in Laos.
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(2) Construction of a computer lab finished in Cambodia.
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(3) Construction of 3 classrooms, a library, and a computer lab started in Nepal.
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(4) Caring for underprivileged kids with education & housing in Nepal.
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(5) Hunger relief - supporting those suffering from malnutrition in Guatemala.
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Financial Review
Overview
During the period, the Charity received £88,136 in total donations and income from fundraising activities.
The Charity had Marketing costs of £399.26, and banking costs of £125.40, totalling 524.66 in Costs of generating voluntary receipts category. The charity had no governance costs, and paid no salaries.
The Charity made multiple grants, amounting to £83,500, as set out in more detail in the Charity accounts.
The balance of the charity’s available cash on the 31/12/2022 was £52,716. The charity has no other assets.
Brief Statement of the Charity's Policy on Reserves
The Trustees aim to maintain free reserves in unrestricted funds at a level which equates to the Charity’s commitments for the next six months .
Details of Any Funds Materially in Deficit
None.
Further Financial Review Details
None.
Statutory Notes to the Accounts
Particulars of Any Outstanding Guarantee Given by the CIO
None.
Particulars of Any Outstanding Debt
None.
Other Optional Information
None.
Declaration
The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustees' Report above. Signed on behalf of the Charity's Trustees
Signature(s):
Full Name(s): Mans Gardfeldt Position(s): Chairman and Secretary
Date: 31 October 2023
| Charity Name | No (if any) | No (if any) | No (if any) | No (if any) | |||||||||||||||
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| Acts of Kindness Collective | 1164796 | ||||||||||||||||||
| Receipts and payments accounts | CC16a | ||||||||||||||||||
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Period start date 1/1/2022 |
To | Period end date 31/12/2022 |
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| Section A Receipts and payments | |||||||||||||||||||
| Unrestricted funds |
Restricted funds |
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Total funds | Last year | |||||||||||||||
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| A1 Receipts | |||||||||||||||||||
| Voluntary Receipts | - 14,636- |
- | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 88,136- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| Activities for generating funds (trading) | - -- |
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| Charitable activities | - -- |
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| Other receipts | - -- |
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| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
- 14,636- |
- | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 88,136- | - | -- |
| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
- | 14,636- | - | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 88,136- | - | -- | ||||||||||
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| A2 Asset and investment sales, | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| **Total receipts ** | - | 14,636- | - | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 88,136- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| A3 Payments | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Costs of generating voluntary receipts | - | 525- | - | -- | - | -- | - | 525- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| Fundraising costs (trading activities) | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| Costs of charitable activities | - | 10,000- | - | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 83,500- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| Governance costs | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | ||||||||||
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| **Sub total ** | - | 10,525- | - | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 84,025- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| **Sub total ** | - | 10,525- | - | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 84,025- | - | -- | ||||||||||
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| A4 Asset and investment | ||||||||||||||||||||
| purchases, (see table) | ||||||||||||||||||||
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| **Sub total ** | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | ||||||||||||
| **Total payments ** | - | 10,525- | - | 73,500- | - | -- | - | 84,025- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| **Net of receipts/(payments) ** | - | 4,111- | - | -- | - | -- | - | 4,111- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| A5 Transfers between funds | - | 4,672- | - | 4,672- | - | -- | - | -- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| A6 Cash funds last year end | - | 43,933- | - | 4,672- | - | -- | - | 48,605- | - | -- | ||||||||||
| **Cash funds this year end ** | - | 52,716- | - | -- | - | -- | - | 52,716- | - | -- | ||||||||||
Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment funds funds funds
Categories Details
CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
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| B1 Cash funds | to nearest £ | to nearest £ | to nearest £ | to nearest £ | to nearest £ | ||
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| HSBC | - 35,945- |
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| Paypal GBP | - 6,055- |
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| Paypal USD & HSBC USD accounts | - 10,716- |
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| B2 Other monetary assets B3 Investment assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B5 Liabilities Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all the trustees |
Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details N/A Details N/A Details N/A Details Signature |
- 52,716- |
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| Date of approval |
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| Mans Gardfeldt | 13 Oct 2023 | ||||||
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
01/11/2023
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| Reporting start date Reporting end date |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
1/1/2022 Notes to annual accounts 31/12/2022 |
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| TOTALS | Meuang | BOTF | Ampli | EDUFUND | ALIBALI | GARDF | |||
| Voluntary Receipts | Receipts | Restricted Unrestricted £73,500.00 £14,635.77 |
Restricted Unrestricted £49,000.00 |
Restricted Unrestricted £0.00 |
Restricted Unrestricted £24,500.00 |
Restricted Unrestricted £0.00 |
Restricted Unrestricted £0.00 |
Restricted Unrestricted £0.00 |
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| Donations from individual Donations from individual Donations from corporate Grants from non-profits Gift Aid |
s s t s |
o a P2P appeal | £59,000.00 £3,884.48 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £10,000.00 £14,500.00 £751.29 |
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| Activities for generating | fu | nds (trading) | £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 | £0.00 | £0.00 | £0.00 | £0.00 | £0.00 |
| Income from fundraising e Income from merchendise |
ve s |
nts ales |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
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| Charitable activities Other receipts |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
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| T | otal receipts | £73,500.00 £14,635.77 |
£49,000.00 | £0.00 | £24,500.00 | £0.00 | £0.00 | £0.00 | |
| Costs of generating vol | un | Payments tary receipts |
£0.00 £524.66 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
| Marketing Advertising Bank, payments and trans |
fe | r fees | £0.00 £399.26 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £125.40 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
| Fundraising costs (tradi | ng | activities) | £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
| Costs from fundraising ev Costs from merchendise s |
en al |
ts es |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
| Costs of charitable activ | iti | es | £73,500.00 £10,000.00 |
£49,000.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£24,500.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
| Grants given Grant transaction costs AOKC team on-the groun |
d c | osts | £73,500.00 £10,000.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£49,000.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£24,500.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 £0.00 |
| Governance costs | £0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
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| Total payments | £73,500.00 £10,524.66 |
£49,000.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£24,500.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
£0.00 £0.00 |
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| Incoming balance from Total balance this perio Project specific balance Project balance before f Fund transfers Balance after fund trans |
pr d s un fe |
evious period this period: income less expediture d transfer rs at end of year |
£4,672 £43,933 £0 £4,111 -£4,672 £4,672 £0 £52,716 |
£0 £0 £0 £0 £0 |
£2,104 £0 £2,104 -£2,104 £0 |
£0 £0 £0 £0 £0 |
£483 £0 £483 -£483 £0 |
0 £0 £0 £0 £0 |
2085 £0 £2,085 -£2,085 £0 |
| Donors approved unrestricting of donations | Donors approved unrestricting of donations | Donors approved unrestricting of donations | Donors approved unrestricting of donations |
CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
01/11/2023
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Independent examiner's report on the accounts
| Independent examiner's report on the accounts |
Independent examiner's report on the accounts |
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| Section A Independent Examiner’s Report | ||
| Report to the trustees/ members of On accounts for the year ended Set out on pages |
Charity Name Acts of Kindness Collective 31/12/2022 Charity no (if any) 1164796 1-2 of CC16a and a 1-page appendix with notes to the accounts relating to Restricted funds and projects. (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets) |
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| 1-2 of CC16a and a 1-page appendix with notes to the accounts relating to Restricted funds and projects. (remember to include the page numbers of additional sheets) |
Respective The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. responsibilities of The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year trustees and examiner 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 given by the Charity Commission (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 independent My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given examiner’s statement by the Charity Commission. 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 the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken 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.
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Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no material matters have come to my attention (other than that disclosed below *) which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
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the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 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.
I 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.
- Please delete the words in the brackets if they do not apply.
Signed: Date: 31 October 2023 Name: Niels Christoffersson Relevant professional MSc Real Estate Economics and Finance at London School of Economics qualification(s) or body (if any): 169B Porchester Terrace North W2 6BJ Address: London United Kingdom
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 Nothing to note. any items that the examiner wishes to disclose .
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