**REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER: 06349917 (England and Wales) REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1164933**
## **TRUSTEES' REPORT AND**
## **INDEPENDENTLY EXAMINED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
**FOR**
## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
46A Fairlawn Park Sydenham London SE26 5RY
## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
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|**Chairman's Report**||2||
|**Trustees' report**|3|to|19|
|**Independent examiner's report**||20||
|**Statement of financial activities**||21||
|**Statement of financial position**|22|to|23|
|**Notes to the financial statements**|24|to|28|
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## **REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
**TRUSTEES** Dayon Raymond Haynes Chair Howard Julian Francis Christine Diane Claridge (Secretary) Heather Boothe Julia Willis Greg John Stump Dr Joanna Frances Moriarty (Appointed 13/02/2024) Harry John Pasek (Appointed 5/12/2023) **PRINCIPAL ADDRESS** The Green Community Centre 5 Nunhead Green London SE15 3QQ **REGISTERED COMPANY NUMBER** 06349917 (England and Wales) **REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER** 1164933
## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER**
Alex Mutyaba MSc BSc (Hons) FCCA
46A Fairlawn Park Sydenham London SE26 5RY
## **CENTRE MANAGER**
Sally Donaldson
## **BANKERS**
Co-operative Bank plc, 151-155 Lewisham High Street, London SE13 6AA
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CHAIRMAN'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 20Z4
Chairman's Report on behalf ol the Trustees
Dear Members and Supporters of Nunhead's Voice.
l am delighted to present to you the annual report for our beloved community centre. It fills me with great
pleasure to reflect on the past year and share with you the incredible progress we have made together.
Throughout the year. our dedicated team has worked tirelessly to create a warm and inclusive space that truly
embodie5 the spirit ol our vibrant Community. From hosting a wide range of engaging events and activities to
providing valuable resources and 5UPPOrt. The Green Community Centre has continued to be a hub of
connection and growth for all.
One of our key achievements this year has been the expansion of our activities. Thanks to the collaborative
efforts of our volunteers and partners, we have been able to offer an even broader range of classes and
workshops, catering to people of all ages and interests. Whether it be arts and crafts, under 5 or fitness for our
older community, the Community Centre has become a place where individuals can learn, develop new skills
and unleash their crealivitv.
Furthermore, our commitment to fostering a sense of belonging and togetherne55 has been at the forefront of
our activities. We have organised numerous community events. such as the "& lunch, Cultural celebrations,
and fundraising functions that have brought people from all walks of life together. These events have not only
Strengthened the bond within our community but also showcased the rich diversity that makes Nunhead so
special.
In addition, we have made significant strides in enhancing our building and its accessibility. With the generous
support of OLsr Ioc31 businesses and donors, we were able to continue to serve the community after Covid.
ensuring that it remains a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone. We have also implemented initiatives
to make our pro8rams and services accessible to individuals with disabilities, ensvring that nobody is left
behind.
None of these accomplishments would have been possible without the unwavering support of our dedicated
volunteers. staff, and supportive board members. Your tireless commitment. passion, and enthusiasm have
been the driving force behind our success. l am truly grateful for your ongoing support and dedication to
making our community centre a thriving and dynamic place for all.
Looking ahead, we have exciting plans to further expand our offerings. build new partnerships, and continue
nurturing the Sense of community that defines Nunhead. Together, we will strive to create an even bri
future for our community, where eVe &feelutalued-Eonnectett,fnfempowere
With V4>Tn regard5,
Dayon Raymon
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## **REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024**
The trustees who are also directors of the charity for the purposes of the Companies Act 2006, present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024. The trustees have adopted the provisions of Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).
## **OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES**
## **Objectives and aims**
## **Purposes**
Nunhead's Voice is set up under its Memorandum and Articles of Association.
## **The charity's objects are specifically restricted to the following:**
- 1 To further or benefit the residents of Nunhead in Southwark and the surrounds, without distinction of sex, sexual orientation, race or of political, religious or other opinions by associating together the said residents and the local authorities, voluntary and other organisations in a common effort to advance education and to provide facilities in the interests of social welfare for recreation and leisure time occupation with the objective of improving the conditions of life for the residents.
- 2 To further such other purposes as are exclusively charitable under the laws of England and Wales, particularly for the benefit of the residents of Nunhead and the surrounds, including but not limited to the advancement of education and relief of need.
In furtherance of these objects but not otherwise, the trustees shall have power: To establish or secure the establishment of a community centre and to maintain or manage or cooperate with any statutory authority in the maintenance and management of such a centre for activities promoted by the charity in furtherance of the above objects.
## **Public benefit**
The trustees confirm that they have referred to the Charity Commission's general guidance on Public Benefit when reviewing and shaping the charity's aims and objectives for the year and planning future activities. The charity works to ensure that its programmes are inclusive, accessible and responsive to its beneficiaries' needs.
## **ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE**
## **Charitable activities**
Our work is organised in four areas:
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## **(1). The Green, Community Centre**
Nunhead's Voice is responsible for managing The Green, Nunhead's community centre. We aim to offer a lively, flexible space that is available to all members of our community. Our intention is that the centre is known by all, used by most and frequented by many. We host a mixed programme of events, classes and groups. The centre seeks to be independent and responsive to the demands and needs of local people in Nunhead with an open access policy, so that local businesses, groups and individuals can make use of the space to run commercial, community and private events and meetings.
## **(2). Community activities, events and projects**
Using grant funding and the income derived from The Green's operation, we deliver a programme of regular activities and events throughout the year, to benefit local people. Most, but not all, of these activities are delivered at The Green.
Increasingly, we are able to use the centre as a base for collaboration with other local individuals and organisations to broaden our reach and increase the vibrancy of life for people in Nunhead.
## **(3). Community Advocacy**
Nunhead's Voice was initially established as a community forum to give local people a voice to shape local services and regeneration investment. We continue to work to identify issues of local concern and advocate on behalf of residents.
## **(4). Providing information**
The internet and social media are increasingly widespread channels for finding out about what is going on locally, but not everyone accesses information in this way. In addition to our centre website and a growing social media presence. The Green also offers a physical community notice board and information on more comprehensive local services and activities and hosting information events by the Council and local NHS services. Staff and volunteers are always on hand to signpost, or carryout internet searches to help members of the community to find the information they need.
## **ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE**
## **Internal and externalfactors**
We have been operating against the back drop of a cost of living crisis which has increased the need for our services, whilst also increasing the running costs of the community centre.
Our aim is to:
- To Manage and maintain The Green to provide an attractive and welcoming hub for the local community and a source of local pride, with the 'Living Room' as a welcoming public space with refreshment available from our own onsite community coffee shop (The Green Cafe.)
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- Grow the regular programme of activities on offer, ensuring this caters for a diverse range of ages, interests and financial circumstances, and local residents feel there is 'something for people like me';
- Build upon and expand the existing programme of free activities for older people and increase the centre's funded offer for young people;
- Build revenue through private hires to cross-subsidise community activity.
- Take forward work on a refresh of the business plan and develop a new fundraising strategy; and - Continue developing the staff team at The Green to support the further expansion of our charitable activities.
## **FINANCIAL REVIEW**
## **Financial position**
In 2023/24 the net expenditure was £4K (21K), Total Income received in the year was £112K (2023: £120).The income from room hire decreased from £109K to £93K, and we received £14K (2023:£10K) of grants and donations. Expenditure on charitable activities decreased from £141K to £116K. The expenditure although lower in the year gave an indication of the increased provision of services in response yo local need.
## **Investment policy and objectives**
The Charity has adopted an ethical investment policy to ensure that its investments do not conflict with its aims and objectives. The charity deposits funds with its bankers to ensure a reasonable return in terms of interest and long-term protection from inflation.
## **Reserves policy**
In the event of a considerable variation of income, we need reserves to ensure continuity of service to our beneficiaries and mitigate the effects of unforeseen financial changes. During 2016/17, the Board agreed to hold reserves equivalent to 3 months running costs, and we are committed to trying to have £24k of strategic reserves.
## **Reserves Held**
We began this financial year bringing forward 5K (2023: 26K) in unrestricted funds. During the last two years our unrestricted income has been lower than pre covid lockdown levels. Therefore it was necessary to spend a large proportion of the funds carried forward to meet the running, staffing and administrative costs throughout these years. At the end of the year unrestricted funds were £0.1K, which less than 24K reserves as per the financial regulations.
## **FUNDS HELD AS CUSTODIAN FOR OTHERS**
The Charity did not hold funds as custodians on behalf of others in the year ended 31 March 2024.
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The reserves and cash flow position will be closely monitored by the Finance Sub Committee of the Board at its regular monthly meetings and monitored by the Centre Manager. The reserves target is reviewed as part of the annual budget setting cycle.
## **Going concern**
The charity trustees have continued to make appropriate enquiries, review financial position of the charity that there are no implications which may be so severe as to cast doubt upon the charity's financial sustainability, and also review that the charity has adequate resources and sufficient sources of funds available for the foreseeable future, and thus the trustees are confident that the charity will continue in operation for the foreseeable future, hence, a going concern basis was adopted by the trustees in preparing the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2024.
## **The Green Community Centre Activities**
The Ivy Club was started in the summer of 2016 after Nunhead’s Voice received an initial grant from Southwark Council. The grant was made in recognition of the lack of activities for older people in Nunhead and our aim was to provide activities that would support the social, physical and mental wellbeing of older residents.
Primarily targeting the over-55s, the club has attracted some younger members, including those with physical and learning disabilities who, having felt lonely and isolated, have seen the club as a welcoming place to come along and make friends.
Our popular weekly Chair Exercise class is now led by Sheba, who started in April 2022 after the departure of our much-loved teacher Shakila. The laughter that generates from these sessions shows both the physical and mental benefits that are gained from taking part.
The Green Singers, guided by Lorna ‘with the amazing voice’ meet weekly and are invited to sing at events throughout the year, giving ongoing confidence to those who take part.
We had a variety of activities throughout the year.
Reminiscence Workshops were held by Kehinde from Grannies Caribbean Garden where the group remembered the food of their childhood, evoking many happy memories. It is hoped that these memories (and recipes) will result in creating a book later in 2023.
This year we had coach trips to Eastbourne and Rochester Christmas Market.
As an added treat, in March 2024 we went on a coach trip to Brighton, organised by Katie Worthington and some of the young people who attend the Westminster House Youth Club. The group enjoyed a free trip to the seaside and a fish and chip lunch on Brighton Pier. The interaction between the young people and our members was very special.
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Activities this year included Line Dancing led by our local dance instructor Marie, Clay Modelling with Jo, a community centre volunteer and Flower Arranging with AG Flowers, our local florist shop. Our Macmillan Coffee morning raised £140 this year.
Howard, Nunhead’s Voice’s resident film expert, organised a screening of It’s A Wonderful Life in December and we are planning to expand our film club and hold monthly showings to extend to people in the community.
The Christmas Party was, as ever, so much fun and included our Secret Santa and a dance and sing along with Paul Betts and the Green Singers.
Since the reopening of the Ivy Club after lockdown the attendance at the club has gone from strength to strength and the bonds of friendship that were maintained during that difficult period remain.
Our thanks to Southwark Council for funding. A special thanks to Matthew Allgood from Southwark Charities and Katie Worthington for their continued support to assist us in obtaining a grant from Southwark Charities that assured us of funding for the year.
We have so many people to thank for everything that we have achieved over the past year: Sheba, Lorna, Levi, Lyn, Nunhead’s Voice, members of the Events Team,
Sian & Ian and The Green staff team, Don who gives weekly IT assistance to individuals, Katie from Westminster House, Maria and Polis from the Salvation Army and our local businesses.
And finally, a big ‘thank you’ to our Ivy Club members for their loyalty, their caring attitude towards each other and the joy and laughter they share with each other.
## **Tots Track 2023/24**
Tots Track was created to bring young children and families with limited indoor and outdoor play space together. Children can enjoy a range of ‘Ride along toys’ to help with physical development including strength, stamina and coordination. They are able to develop balance, the concept of speed and space, and how to physically control their bodies. Ride-on toys provide a world of fun, freedom, choice, growth, and learning. Children have the space to exercise, play independently or with peers and develop self confidence. Parents and carers can come together in a safe, diverse and supportive environment, interact with other parents, share ideas and concerns. We aim to lessen social isolation experienced by families and contribute to a feeling of wellbeing.
Tots Track is a Volunteer led activity run once weekly on a Tuesday afternoon 1.30-3.30pm during term time. It is well attended by children (under 5years) and their parents/carers. They have use of the Willow Room, Garden and a wide range of ride on toys. Parents/Carers and children are able to mix with peers of different ages, diverse backgrounds and social economic differences to gain confidence in themselves and social awareness.
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We charge £2.00 per child for a 2 hour drop-in session (exceptions apply for those that cannot pay) and includes a fruit snack which is donated by Nisa Local (2 Kirkwood Road).
## **Repair Cafe Nunhead 2023/24**
Since its start in January 2022, Repair Cafe Nunhead has grown to a diverse and spirited team of over 30 volunteer menders who, on the last Saturday of the month, provide their time and expertise to help a range of visitors and their broken, ripped old and well-loved items. Last year it welcomed over 300 visitors and gave hundreds of belongings a new lease of life and rescued them from landfill. This in total has saved over an estimated 7560 kg of CO2 emissions, which is the equivalent of driving around 31,520 miles.
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## **The Green Cafe 23/24**
The cafe continues to provide a service for the local community. There are some regulars who frequent the cafe on the days of activities that they join. We also see people who are at the Green for activities such as Tots Tennis enjoy the space. The cafe is open, run by volunteers Monday to Friday 10 to 2 and on the last Saturday of the month for the Repair Cafe 1 to 4. Donations of bread and pastries from the Co-op are available for the community and all can benefit from our wonderful coffee machine and barista trained volunteers!
## **Christmas Market and Santa’s Grotto 2023**
A fabulous event in December in the lead up to Xmas with a Xmas craft market and Santa’s Grotto in the garden and our own volunteer Santa with supporting elves giving out presents to local children for a modest entry fee.
## **Easter Table Sale 2023**
The Easter table sale is a lively event with local people booking tables for a fee of £10.00 and selling a range of handmade crafts e.g. jewellery, knitwear, crochet, candles etc. A tombola and raffle in aid of the Green raises some much-needed funds to help towards our offering of free community events at the Green such as ‘The Big Lunch’
## **Nunhead Cemetery Open Day 2023**
The Green took a table at a popular local event Nunhead Cemetery Open Day, information about the activities at the Green were on display, leaflets available and there were activities for children, seed planting. Trustees were in attendance speaking to those attending as they walked by and a workshop led by Drawing People Together.
## **Big Lunch June 2023**
The Big Lunch is a community event we have held over the past nine years. Food was provided by The Salvation Army.
The Big Lunch is for all ages. Music and play activities were provided by XXXX reflecting the diversity of our community.
How lucky are we to have so much local talent?
The day is organised by Nunhead’s Voice Ltd and The Salvation Army and is a great example of local organisations working together in their community.
The weather was very kind to us and a number of Trustees helped to clear everything away along with caretakers making the end of the day not too onerous on a few individuals
## **Nunhead art trail September 2023**
Ian Williams, Carol Caddock and other local artists displayed their work in the foyer for this event.
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## **Black History Month 2023**
Sabera Jaffer, Cris Claridge, Tracey Frances, Yvonne, Bea,
In the UK, Black History Month happens every October. It gives everyone the opportunity to share, celebrate and understand the impact of black heritage and culture.
People from African and Caribbean backgrounds have been a fundamental part of British history for centuries. However, campaigners believe their contribution to society has often been overlooked or distorted.
The African History exhibition project’s aim was to give the community African History from the perspective of African Historians. The exhibition would include the African History time-line with interesting and informative images and written information. This was to begin from the creation of the Earth and Africa being the static continent and being the base of the birth of life and first Human Beings. There also would be music, artefacts and books to enhance the experience.
On the day, in the Holly room, the time-line was displayed on the walls of the room and some supporting images on the outside of the room in the hallway. The artefacts and books were displayed on a table. We had about 40-50 people come to the Holly room to see the exhibition. The initial group was of 15 people who participated in the main talk. After that people came up at intervals either on their own or with their families. They were taken through the exhibition and two way conversations were had. Many parents took names of the books we had on display and took photos of the exhibition
The visual time-line of the history with colour full photos and information was very inviting and easy to read. Having the artefacts and books there for people to see and touch was very appreciated. One young man, a teenager after seeing the exhibition came over and said how interesting it was and he learnt a lot and wished they were taught this in the schools. Two young mothers who were home teaching their children showed a lot of interest in attending African History sessions at the Green with their children if they were to be offered. A few older women who attended the talk said that this was the first time in their lives were they experienced their stories being told with the ‘Truth’, care and passion.
This exhibition should be done in a bigger room with lots more artefacts and personal stories.
## **Halloween 29th Oct 2023**
This event was organised by one of our volunteers Boo. It gave opportunities for the youngest members of our community to come along and trick or treat in a safe and friendly environment.
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## **Warm Hub 2023-2024**
The warm hub, which was well attended by members of the community, began in December ‘23 and ran through the early part of 2024 providing a warm space, hot soup and rolls, music and company for local people. It was held on a Friday lunch time with a volunteer making home-made soup and another volunteer running the cafe. The live music organised for us by Scotty Rockstar was paid for through the warm hub funding as was an advice service provided by Share the Cost Global, initially helping members of the local community to apply for the cost-of-living grant and thereafter providing advice and help on a range of other issues.
## **Luna New Year 2024**
Volunteers Boo and Jo ran a workshop for children making lanterns from willow and tissue paper. A number of families came along and works collaboratively to make lanterns that were displayed in the foyer.
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## **Social table games – new initiative for 2024**
One of our regular centre users set up a social table games session on Wednesday mornings. This was supported by Share the Cost Global who donated playing cards for the visually impaired.
## **International Women's Day 2024**
Coordinator -Sabera Jaffer
International Women’s Day is observed on 8th March every year globally. Women all over the world celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. The Green Community Centre advertised widely to invite all women in Southwark on 8th March 2022 between 2-5pm.
The celebration was held in the room. There was music, refreshments and a fun filled programme.
A pictorial display with information celebrating women suffragette movement history, women who have been celebrated with a blue plaque. Also women who have been awarded MBE for their work in the community.
The event started with an introductory speech and a poem about the history of International Women's day.
Open Mic was an invitation to all women who wanted to read a poem, sing a song, talk about themselves or an inspirational woman.
A ‘Runway of expression’ was organised for participants to walk down the Runway with confidence.
The Green singers were excellent as usual and invited audience participation. Fun was had by all.
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There were about 50 attendees during the course of the afternoon. As the Ivy room is not big enough, some women only stayed for a very short time. Also we had it on a weekday in the afternoon, which meant that most working women could not take part. So for 2024, we should look into having it on a Saturday or Sunday and in the main hall.
## **Spring Equinox Celebrations 19th March 2024**
Our volunteer Boo Dore held an event for the Spring Equinox with a lovely display of chocolate eggs and an egg gift raffle. It was held in the morning to attract parents/carers and children under 5, to come and do art activities, painting in the Green living room. Information on the importance of the spring season was displayed explaining how the equinox represents new life, light and new beginnings. The children’s paintings were displayed on notice boards in the living room
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## **Garden progress**
Work began on a tidy up of the garden in September ‘23 with a small team of garden volunteers, clearing the vegetable beds after the summer, strimming grass and using wood chip to cover the mud areas and improve the appearance. A path was built between the large shed at the back of the garden and the entrance to Willow to help bring Tots Track vehicles stored in the shed into the play-room. A grant applied for with the National Garden Scheme was successful giving £4750 to help in 23-24 to make further improvements to seating, planting and garden equipment. We will report on these developments next year. A relationship has been established with The Nunhead Gardener a local garden centre, for advice and the supply of donated/reduced price plants. A number of perennial plants were donated and will be used in the exisiting beds to add to planting.
## **Marketing/fund raising**
A Marketing Sub-committee was established in Spring ‘23 to help support the activities of the Green and spread the word. The hope is that with a better presence in the area it will increase the number of local people using the facilities of the Green. Instagram is being better used to publicise events and give feedback and thanks to our community.
Collection boxes in local pubs have helped raise funds. The box in Skehans has been particularly successful.
## **Nunhead Community art for health**
Members of The Green Community Centre set up an art group run by volunteers Carol, Ingrid and Rose. Meeting alternate weeks on a Tuesday, we look forward to seeing how this exciting new group develops over the next year. Initially funded by the Ivy Club the hope is that the group will be self-financing.
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## **Marketing/fund raising**
A Marketing Sub-committee was established in Spring ‘23 to help support the activities of the Green and spread the word. The hope is that with a better presence in the area it will increase the number of local people using the facilities of the Green. Instagram is being better used to publicise events and give feedback and thanks to our community.
Collection boxes in local pubs have helped raise funds. The box in Skehans has been particularly successful.
## **Nunhead Community art for health**
Members of The Green Community Centre set up an art group run by volunteers Carol, Ingrid and Rose. Meeting alternate weeks on a Tuesday, we look forward to seeing how this exciting new group develops over the next year. Initially funded by the Ivy Club the hope is that the group will be selffinancing.
## **Thank you**
We would like to thank the following businesses for their help and support this year.
Nunhead Gardener Skehans Coop Network Hairdressers Nisa Man of Kent AG Flowers Share the Cost Global Smith’s Butcher Alkemi Beaumont Green grocer Westminster House Youth Club Ayres Bakery Salvation Army
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## **FUTURE PLANS**
Presently our unrestricted income is moving back towards pre-pandemic levels, however Nunhead's Voice will have to work carefully to continue in a financially secure position and to maintain strong financial management to meet the commitments of our increased activity offering and our developing role in the community.
Our intention for the coming year is to continue to focus on meeting the local community's immediate needs while the cost of living crisis continues to cause hardship; capitalise on our newly forged local partnerships to keep building on our community service offer in communication with the local community. There will also be a greater emphasis on securing funding to support our core costs.
In the longer term, we intend to continue to set ambitious but achievable targets to rebuild and increase the centre's regular programmed offer through commercial hires. With a secure hire income base re-established, our priority remains to continue to increase our own programming of free, open access events and activities, driven by a clear understanding of local needs and maximising reach throughout the community through effective marketing. To take this forward, The Voice is coordinating work on an updated strategic plan and new impact monitoring framework to inform our future development.
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## **STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT**
## **Governing document**
The charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust, and constitutes a limited company, limited by guarantee, as defined by the Companies Act 2006.
## **Status**
The organisation is a charitable company limited by guarantee.
## **Governing document**
The Company was established under a memorandum of association, which established the charitable Company's objects and powers and is governed under its articles of association.
## **Organisational structure**
## **Organisation**
A Board of Trustees governs the charity. The Green Community Centre is run on their behalf by two Centre CoManagers with a permanent team of six paid, part-time employees, supported by freelance staff and volunteers in the community centre and professionals giving their time and expertise pro bono.
## **Governance**
Nunhead's Voice appoints trustees based on the skills and experience to bring to the custodianship and management of the charity. Prospective trustees, who are also directors of the Company, are recruited from the local community by public advertisement and are appointed through an open vote at the AGM. The charity can also co-opt trustees through a range of external sources to meet identified skills gaps within the Board. Each new trustee is provided with full induction information, and relevant training is made available.
## **Sub Committees**
Oversight of the charity's operations is supported by four sub-committees of the Board, each with staff representation. A Finance Sub Committee meets monthly to monitor financial performance and risk, with the Treasurer acting as FSC Chair. A Community Events Committee oversees the design and delivery of events delivered directly by Nunhead's Voice and associated fundraising activity. The Policy and HR sub-committee supports work on recruitment, staffing and the development and review of organisational policies. A new Marketing committee was established in March ‘23 to increase public awareness of Nunhead’s Voice and The Green in our community and beyond.
## **Related parties**
## **Relationships with other charities**
In line with our hire policy and as agreed by the Board, we continue to offer space at a discounted rate to the Alzheimer's Society to run a weekly dementia café and monthly carers' support group. During this financial year, we have continued to develop our relationship with Community Southwark. We have also worked with Southwark CAB on support for digital access to financial and benefits services.
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During this financial year, we have continued to develop our relationship with Community Southwark. We have also worked with Southwark CAB on support for digital access to financial and benefits services.
## **Risk management**
As identified by the trustees, the major risks to which the charity is exposed have been reviewed as set out below, and systems have been established to mitigate those risks. In particular, Trustees are working to ensure that Nunhead's Voice is financially sound, well-governed and a best practice employer.
- **Health and Safety** : As part of our health and safety policy, risk assessments are undertaken for all activities. Regular hirers and those providing activities for the public are subject to relevant checks of professional qualifications and confirmation of DBS checks where appropriate. Staff, volunteers and regular centre users receive an induction that includes the health and safety policy, safety procedures and equipment. Policies are in place to cover safeguarding and lone working. Procedures are in place for regular testing of safety equipment and alarms and for legionella. A fire safety audit was undertaken and an action plan completed in the year.
**-Financial sustainability** : Our ability to continue to deliver public benefit depends on our financial sustainability. Having established reserve funds, the charity remains resilient against fluctuations in hire income. Our reserves policy is set out above, and financial performance is monitored closely by the Finance Committee.
- **Financial control** : The organisation has a high level of financial transactions as a result of hire income and activity, including cash payments. Financial Regulations were reviewed and updated in 2018/19. The Finance Committee has oversight of financial controls.
- **Organisational resilience** : During the year, we have changed management, moving from 2 Co-managers to one Manager and an Assistant Manager.
We have expanded our volunteer base, focussing volunteer support on community programming, in particular to support the Cafe and Garden development, and NV Community Program activities.
## **Independent Examiner**
The Trustees re-appointed Alex Mutyaba MSc BSc(Hon) BA(Hons) FCCA of Alex & Co Chartered Certified Accountants an independent examiner of Nunhead's Voice Ltd's annual accounts.
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NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD
REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
FOR THE YEAR ENDEO 31 MARCH 2024
Finally, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you for being a part of
the Nunhead Community Centre. Your unwavering support and active participation have been
instrumental in making our vision a reality. Let U5 continue to work hand in hand, building a stronger,
more united community for generations to come.
STATEMENT OF TRUSTEES, RESPONSIBILITIES
The trustees Iwho are also the directors of Nunhead's Voice Ltd for the purp05e5 Of company lawl are
responsible for preparing the Report of the trustees ènd the financial statements in accordance with
applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United KinEdom Generally Accepted
Accounting Practice) including Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial ReportinE Standard
applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland"
Company law requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a
true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and of the incoming resources and
application of resources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitable company for that
period. In preparing those financial statements, the trustees are required to
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them con515tently:
observe the meihods and principles in the Charity SORP,.
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent,.
prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume
that the charitable company will continue in business.
The tru5tee5 are responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose with reasonable
accuracy at any time the financial position of the charitable company and to enable them to ensure
that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for
safeguarding the assets of the charitable company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the
prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions of Part 15 of the Companies
Act 2006 relating to small companies.
Approved by order of the board of trustees on
and signed on its behalf bv..
ayon Raymond Haynes- Chair
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## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Nunhead's Voice Ltd**
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of Nunhead's Voice Ltd (the Trust) for the year ended 31[st] March 2024.
## **Responsibilities and basis of report**
As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').
I report in respect of my examination of the Trust's accounts carried out under Section 145 of the Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under Section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
## **Independent examiner's statement**
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
- 1 accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by Section 130 of the Act; or
- 2 the accounts do not accord with those records; or
- 3 the accounts do 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 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.
Alex Mutyaba
…............................................................
Alex Mutyaba MSc BSc (Hons) BA(Hons) FCCA
46A Fairlawn Park Sydenham London SE26 5RY
Date: 20/12/2024
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## **STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING AN INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
|**Notes**
**INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM**
Grants,donations and legacies
2
**Charitable activities**
Charitable activities
3
Other income
4
**Total**
**EXPENDITURE ON**
**Charitable activities**
Programmes
5
Building Running Costs
6
Total
**NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)**
**RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS**
Total funds brought forward
**TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD**|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
6,364
93,113
4,322
**103,799**
84,474
20,873
**105,347**
(1,548)
1,658
**110**|**Restricted**
**fund**
**£**
8,008
-
-
**8,008**
-
10,936
**10,936**
(2,928)
2,928
**-**|**2024**
**Total**
**funds**
**£**
14,372
93,113
4,322
**111,807**
84,474
31,809
**116,283**
(4,476)
4,586
**110**|**2023**
**Total**
**funds**
**£**
10,409
108,502
691
**119,602**
110,446
30,399
**140,845**
(21,243)
25,829
**4,586**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
The notes form part of these financial statements
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## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION**
|**FIXED ASSETS**
**CURRENT ASSETS**
**CREDITORS**
Restricted fund
**TOTAL FUNDS**
Tangible assets
Debtors
Cash at bank
Amounts falling due within one year
**NET CURRENT ASSETS**
**TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES**
**NET ASSETS**
**FUNDS**
Unrestricted funds|**Notes**
9
10
11
13
13
**31ST MARCH 2024**|**2024**
**£**
1,424
21,907
15,254
37,159
(38,473)
(1,314)
110
110
110
-
110|**2023**
**£**
1,674
14,046
17,930
31,976
(29,064)
2,912
4,586
4,586
4586
-
4,586|
|---|---|---|---|
The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 31 March 2024.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2024 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for
- (a) ensuring that the charitable company keeps accounting records that comply with Sections 386 and 387 of the Companies Act 2006 and
- (b) preparing financial statements which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company as at the end of each financial year and of its surplus or deficit for each financial year in accordance with the requirements of Sections 394 and 395 and which otherwise comply with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 relating to financial statements, so far as applicable to the charitable company.
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicalbe to charitable companies subject to the small companies regime.
The notes form part of these financial statements
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NUNHEAD'SVOICE LTD
AT
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on
and were signed on its behalf by..
OEyon Raymond
aynes Chalr
Page 23
## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
## **1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES**
## **BASIS OF PREPARING THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS**
The financial statements of the charity, which is a public benefit entity under FRS 102, have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019)', Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' and the Charities Act 2011. The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The presentational currency of the financial statements is Pound Sterling (£).
## **INCOME**
All income is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities once the charity has entitlement to the funds, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.
## **EXPENDITURE**
Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity to that expenditure, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
## **TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS**
Depreciation is provided at the following annual rates in order to write off each asset over its estimated useful life.
- 15% on reducing balance
- 15% on reducing balance
## **CASH FLOW**
The financial statements do not include a cash flow statement because the charity, as a small reporting entity, is exempt from the requirement to prepare such a statement under the FRS102.
## **TAXATION**
Nunhead's Voice Ltd is a registered charity and is potentially exempt from taxation inrespect of income and capital gains received within the categories covered by Part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010 or Section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992 to the extent that such income or gains are applied to charitable
## **FUND ACCOUNTING**
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted purposes.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
## **PENSION COSTS AND OTHER POST-RETIREMENT BENEFITS**
The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions payable to the charity's pension scheme are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.
**continued …**
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## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
|**2.**
Donations
Grants
Grants received, included in the above, are
Government & LA Grant Income
Southwark Charities - Ivy Club
St Saviour's- Warm Hub
**3.**
**INCOME FROM CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES**
One-off Hire Income
Regular Hire Income
Programme Income
**4.**
**OTHER INCOMES**
Other Incomes
**5.**
**PROGRAMMES**
Wages
Employer NI
Pension NI
Cleaning and Material Costs
Insurance
Stationery
Advertising & promotional
Sundries
Telephone
Independent Examiner's fees
Legal & professional fees
Licences
Entertainment costs
Equipment maintenance costs
**Carried forward**
**Activities**
Property Hire
Property Hire
Programmes
**DONATIONS AND LEGACIES**|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
6,364
-
6,364
as follows:
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
-
-
-
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
48,614
38,360
6,139
93,113
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
4,322
4,322
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
76,011
(3,661)
650
4,886
-
712
80
-
780
1,000
546
1,383
45
68
**82,500**|**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
8,008
8,008
**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
700
3,368
3,940
8,008
**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
-
-
-
**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
-
**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
**-**|**31.3.24**
**Total**
**funds**
**£**
6,364
8,008
14,372
**31.3.24**
**£**
700
3,368
3,940
8,008
**31.3.24**
**£**
48,614
38,360
6,139
93,113
**31.3.24**
**£**
4,322
4,322
**31.3.24**
**£**
76,011
(3,661)
650
4,886
-
712
80
-
780
1,000
546
1,383
45
68
**82,500**|**31.3.23**
**Total**
**funds**
**£**
10,347
-
10,347
**31.3.23**
**£**
62
-
-
62
**31.3.23**
**£**
40,793
45,471
22,238
108,502
**31.3.23**
**£**
691
691
**31.3.23**
**£**
71,775
-
1,832
3,483
771
249
-
496
583
750
35
1,386
-
4,140
**85,500**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
**continued …**
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## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
|**PROGRAMMES Contnued**
**Brought forward**
Sessional Staff costs
IT and Computer Costs
Accountancy fees
Project Co-ordinator
Volunteer Costs
Depreciation|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
**82,500**
726
-
760
136
102
251
84,474|**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
**-**
-
-
-
-
-
**-**
-|**31.3.24**
**Total**
**funds**
**£**
**82,500**
726
-
760
136
102
251
84,474|**31.3.23**
**Total**
**funds**
**£**
**85,500**
19,610
979
667
3,044
351
295
110,446|
|---|---|---|---|---|
## **6. BUILDING RUNNING COSTS**
|Rates and water
Light and heat
Repairs and mantenance
Centre Supplies|**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
1,411
9,101
5,320
5,041
20,873|**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
-
-
10,936
10,936|**31.3.24**
**£**
1,411
9,101
5,320
15,977
31,809|**31.3.23**
**£**
1,644
5,034
4,835
18,886
30,399|
|---|---|---|---|---|
## **7. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS**
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023.
## **Trustees' expenses**
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 31 March 2024 nor for the year ended 31 March 2023.
## **8. STAFF COSTS**
|**STAFF COSTS**
Wages and salaries
Employer NI
Other pension costs|**31.3.24**
**£**
76,011
(3,661)
650
73,000|**31.3.23**
**£**
71,775
-
1,832
73,607|
|---|---|---|
The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:
|||**31.3.24**|**31.3.23**|
|---|---|---|---|
|Charitable|Activities|8|8|
No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000
**continued …**
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## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
## **9. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS**
|**COST**
At 1 April 2023 and 31 March 2024
Additions
At 31 March 2024
**DEPRECIATION**
At 1 April 2023
Charge for year
**NET BOOK VALUE**
At 31 March 2024
At 31 March 2023
**10. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR**
Other debtors
**11. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR**
Social Security and other taxes
Other Creditors
Hire Deposits
Accrued Expenses
Deffered and Accrued Income
**12. ANALYSIS OF NET ASSETS BETWEEN FUNDS**
**Unrestricted**
**funds**
**£**
Fixed assets
1,424
Current assets
37,159
Current liabilities
(38,473)
110|**Fixtures**
**and**
**fittings**
**£**
10,106
-
10,106
9,883
33
9,916
190
223
**Restricted**
**funds**
**£**
-
-
-
-|**Computer**
**equipment**
**£**
2,634
2,634
1,183
217
1,400
1,234
1,451
**31.3.24**
**£**
21,907
21,907
**31.3.24**
**£**
3,935
1,186
4,400
6,000
22,952
38,473
**31.3.24**
**£**
1,424
37,159
(38,473)
110|**Totals**
**£**
12,740
-
12,740
11,066
251
11,317
1,423
1,674
**31.3.23**
**£**
14,046
14,046
**31.3.23**
**£**
4,443
4,508
19,007
1,106
-
29,064
**31.3.23**
**£**
1,674
31,976
(29,064)
4,586|
|---|---|---|---|
**continued …**
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## **NUNHEAD'S VOICE LTD**
## **NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST MARCH 2024**
## 13. **STATEMENT OF FUNDS**
|**General Funds**
**Restricted Funds**
**Total Funds**|**Brought**
**Forward**
**£**
1,658
2,928
**4,586**|**Incoming**
**Resources**
**£**
103,799
8,008
**1**
**,807**
**11**|**Resources**
**Expended**
**£**
(105,347)
(10,936)
**(116,283)**|**Carried**
**Forward**
**£**
110
-
**110**|
|---|---|---|---|---|
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