Company registration number: 09246346 Charity registration number: 1166291
BASSET RESCUE NETWORK GB TRUSTEES' REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 1 OCTOBER 2024
Basset Rescue Network GB Contents
| Page | |
|---|---|
| Reference and Administrative Details | 1 |
| Trustees' Report | 2—4 |
| Independent Examiner's Report | 5 |
| Statement of Financial Activities (including Income and Expenditure Account) | 6 |
| Balance Sheet | 7 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 8—13 |
Basset Rescue Network GB Reference and Administrative Details For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
| Trustees | Miss S Savage |
|---|---|
| Mrs J Bloyce | |
| Mrs D Gilchrist | |
| Mrs S Morgan | |
| Charity Number | 1166291 |
| Company Number | 09246346 |
| Registered Office | Rose Cottage |
| Station Road | |
| Llanwern | |
| NP18 2DW | |
| Independent Examiner | Anna Chapman FCA |
| Chapman Worth Limited | |
| Chartered Accountants | |
| 2 The Old Estate Yard | |
| East Hendred | |
| Wantage | |
| Oxfordshire | |
| OX12 8JY |
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Basset Rescue Network GB Company No. 09246346 Trustees' Report For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
The trustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 1 October 2024.
Objectives and Activities
Aims and Objectives
The Basset Hound Rescue Network GB has a main objective, to rescue, take in and provide care, shelter and sanctuary for any neglected, abandoned, ill-treated, in need and unwanted dogs of the breed known as the Basset Hound, or any dog of predominantly Basset Hound in origin and type. Wherever possible, we re-home these dogs, through our robust assessment of the dogs whilst in the care of our foster carers. We support our foster homes or other facilities for the reception, care and treatment of such animals.
We also aim to alleviate the suffering of these dogs and promote humane behaviour towards animals by providing appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for animals which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage and to educate the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and the prevention of cruelty and suffering among animals.
We also provide support to basset hound owners who do not wish to surrender their hound to us but require assistance to overcome any issues they may be having with the aim of keeping the hound at home. This includes general advice, including behaviourist interventions where it may be deemed necessary.
Significant Activities
The focus of BRNGB is the rehoming and rescue of Basset hounds. We also work to support, educate and promote positive dog ownership to anyone who needs it. We receive enquiries from potential owners through our website, social media and increasingly through word of mouth.
We have attended the National Pet Show in Birmingham to raise awareness of the breed and to educate the public into the complexities of the breed. We constantly scour the free ads and selling sites for Basset hounds that we feel may be at risk of being given away or sold cheaply and used for bait dogs, by messaging the owners and offering assistance and advice to existing owners. Many times, the advice and support we have offered has enabled them to work through the problems and keep the basset with them. We co-ordinate activities throughout the country that we use to fundraise and raise awareness of the Basset hound breed, plus the services we provide.
Public Benefit
The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the charity should undertake. During the year, Basset Rescue Network GB has carried out its duty with regard to the objectives of the charity and to it's public benefit duty.
Achievements and Performance
Main Achievements
During the period October 1st 2023 to September 30th 2024, we had 63 hounds surrendered to us and 51 of these progressed to successful adoptions. Unfortunately, we saw the passing of 2 hounds during this time, due to age and health issues. At the end of the period, we had 23 dogs under assessment in foster homes. Due to illness and age, we have 1 dog in lifetime foster care, we continue to provide lifetime backup to all our adopted hounds in the form of behavioural support, veterinary costs and receiving the hound back into our care where possible.
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Basset Rescue Network GB Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
Main Achievements - continued
During this period We were able to hold our annual “camp basset” event within a private secure paddock that has been fenced and insured by the charity, once again we are very grateful to our wonderful fosterers and supporters for allowing us the use of this paddock and for the fundraising opportunities it will bring, this event is becoming one of our most popular fundraisers.
Whilst we have tentatively started arranging more indoor fundraising events, most fundraising is carried out online by our dedicated Fundraising team, a core group who organise raffles and events through our social media, this has been invaluable to the charity as we have had some very poorly bassets surrendered to us requiring expensive and extensive medical treatment. We wish to thank everyone who has supported us during this extremely difficult year. We would like to thank Rosie and Jane for tirelessly running our bonus ball fundraiser throughout the year and Sally for her yearly “Rolphel”, these are a great source of income, and their hard work has not gone unnoticed.
Plans for the Future
Basset Rescue Network GB plan to continue our re-homing programme, and we have achieved our objective to extend our foster home network, however, due to increasing numbers, this is a continuing process, as we need to quickly offer rescue spaces to any Basset hound in need. We plan to expand our training programme for our foster carers, by providing regular sessions where team members can meet and discuss any issues they may have.We would like to expand our Activities by providing more events where members of the public can attend and find out more about the breed, and what we provide. We would like to expand our online merchandise by sourcing good quality products, to be undertaken by our Fundraising team. We plan to attend more shows throughout the country to promote our breed and responsible ownership.
The trustees have assessed the major risks to which the charity is exposed, and are satisfied that systems are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.
Financial Review
Financial Position
At the end of the year the charity had achieved a level of reserves totalling £35,236 (2023 £51,769 ) which includes restricted reserves of £nil (2023 £nil). Restricted funds are made up of donations received for specific dogs who require increased care.
Reserves Policy
It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to six to twelve month’s expenditure. The trustees consider that reserves at this level will ensure that, in the event of a significant drop in funding, they will be able to continue the charity’s current activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be raised. This level of reserves has been maintained throughout the year.
Other Information
Structure, Governance and Management
The charity is a company limited by guarantee and registered with the Charities Commission for England and Wales.
The trustees, who are also the directors for the purpose of company law, and who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were:
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Basset Rescue Network GB Trustees' Report (continued) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
Structure, Governance and Management - continued
Miss S Savage (Treasurer) Mrs S Morgan (Chair) Ms J Bloyce (Trustee and fundraising lead) Ms D Gilchrist (Trustee and foster lead)
Our Trustees stand down at our AGM in October, and are duly re-elected.
None of the trustees has any beneficial interest in the company. All of the trustees are members of the company and guarantee to contribute £1 in the event of a winding up.
We have a large volunteer section, comprising of many people who are part of our team, these include:
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Foster Carers – who care for our hounds in their own home and assess them according to our guidelines.
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Transporters – transporting our hounds around the country to wherever they need to be. Home checkers – carrying out robust home checks for anyone who wants to adopt or foster with us.
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Fundraisers – running events all over the country in aid of our charity. We are fortunate to have many supporters who attend our events.
Small Company Rules
This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions relating to companies subject to the small companies regime within Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustees' report was approved by the board of trustees and signed on its behalf by:
Miss S Savage
Trustee 08 Sep 2025 Date
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Basset Rescue Network GB Independent Examiner's Report to the Trustees of Basset Rescue Network GB For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
I report to the charity trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Company for the year ended 1 October 2024.
Responsibilities and Basis of Report
As the charity trustees of the Company (and also its 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 as 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 Examiner's 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:
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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 accounting 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.
Anna Chapman FCA Date Chapman Worth Limited Chartered Accountants 2 The Old Estate Yard East Hendred Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 8JY
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Basset Rescue Network GB Statement of Financial Activities (including Income and Expenditure Account) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
| Notes INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM: Donations and legacies 3 Charitable activities: Adoption fees Website shop Other trading activities 4 EXPENDITURE ON: Raising funds 5 Charitable activities: 5 Charitable expenditure Support costs Governance costs NET EXPENDITURE NET MOVEMENT IN FUNDS RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS: Total funds brought forward TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 9 |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ 11,280 6,496 1,771 41,085 |
2023 Unrestricted funds £ 11,491 4,817 1,523 44,282 |
|---|---|---|
| 60,632 | 62,113 | |
| (4,590) (69,034) (2,718) (823) |
(4,495) (69,454) (2,864) (793) |
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| (77,165) | (77,606) | |
| (16,533) | (15,493) | |
| (16,533) 51,769 |
(15,493) 67,262 |
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| 35,236 | 51,769 |
The notes on pages 8 to 13 form part of these financial statements.
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Basset Rescue Network GB Balance Sheet As At 1 October 2024
| Notes CURRENT ASSETS Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year 8 NET CURRENT ASSETS (LIABILITIES) TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES NET ASSETS FUNDS OF THE CHARITY Unrestricted Funds TOTAL FUNDS 9 |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ 36,046 |
2023 Total funds £ 52,549 |
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| 36,046 (810) |
52,549 (780 ) |
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| 35,236 | 51,769 | |
| 35,236 | 51,769 | |
| 35,236 | 51,769 | |
| 35,236 | 51,769 | |
| 35,236 | 51,769 |
For the year ending 1 October 2024 the charitable company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
The members have not required the charitable company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities 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.
On behalf of the board
Miss S Savage
Trustee 08 Sep 2025 Date
The notes on pages 8 to 13 form part of these financial statements.
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Basset Rescue Network GB Notes to the Financial Statements For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
1. General Information
Basset Rescue Network GB is a company limited by guarantee, incorporated in England & Wales, registered number 09246346 and registered charity number 1166291. The registered office is Rose Cottage, Station Road, Llanwern, NP18 2DW.
2. Accounting Policies
2.1. Basis of Preparation of Financial Statements
The financial statements 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 Companies Act 2006.
The charitable company is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
2.2. Going Concern Disclosure
At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.
2.3. Fund Accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the trustees for a specific purpose.
Restricted funds are to be used for specific purposes as laid down by the donor.
Further explanation of the nature and purpose of each fund is included in the notes to the financial statements.
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Basset Rescue Network GB Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
2.4. Incoming Resources
Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.
Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.
2.5. Resources Expended
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, 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 classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges are allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.
All expenditure is included on an accruals basis and is recognised when there is a legal or constructive obligation to do so.
Charitable activities include expenditure associated with meeting its charitable objectives. This includes the cost of grant making, and direct provision of charitable services.
Governance costs include those incurred in the governance of the charity and its assets and are primarily associated with constitutional and statutory requirements.
2.6. Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand and deposits held at call with banks, other short-term highly liquid investments that mature in no more than three months from the date of acquisition and are readily convertible to a known amount of cash with insignificant risk of change in value, and bank overdrafts.
2.7. Taxation
The charity is exempt from tax as all its income is charitable and applied for charitable purposes.
3. Income from Donations and Legacies
| 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| **Unrestricted ** | Unrestricted | |
| funds | funds | |
| £ | £ | |
| Donations and gifts | 11,280 | 11,491 |
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Basset Rescue Network GB Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
4. Income from Other Trading Activities
| 4. Income from Other Trading Activities |
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| Fundraising events 5. Analysis of Expenditure Raising funds Charitable expenditure Support costs Governance costs Raising funds Charitable expenditure Support costs Governance costs |
2024 2023 Unrestricted funds Unrestricted funds £ £ 41,085 44,282 2024 Activities undertaken directly Support costs (see note 6 ) Total £ £ £ 4,590 - 4,590 69,034 - 69,034 - 2,718 2,718 - 823 823 73,624 3,541 77,165 2023 Activities undertaken directly Support costs (see note 6 ) Total £ £ £ 4,495 - 4,495 69,454 - 69,454 - 2,864 2,864 - 793 793 73,949 3,657 77,606 |
2024 Unrestricted funds £ 41,085 |
2023 Unrestricted funds £ 44,282 |
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| 2024 Total £ 4,590 69,034 2,718 823 |
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| 73,624 | 3,541 | 77,165 | |||
| Activities undertaken directly £ 4,495 69,454 - - |
Support costs (see note 6 ) £ - - 2,864 793 |
2023 Total £ 4,495 69,454 2,864 793 |
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| 73,949 | 3,657 | 77,606 |
5. Analysis of Expenditure
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Basset Rescue Network GB Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
6. Support Costs
| General administration: Insurance Printing, postage and stationery Subscriptions Bank charges Sundry expenses Governance costs: Accountancy fees Legal fees |
Support costs £ 973 849 757 62 77 - - |
Governance costs £ - - - - - 810 13 |
2024 Total £ 973 849 757 62 77 810 13 |
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| 2,718 | 823 | 3,541 |
| General administration: Insurance Printing, postage and stationery Subscriptions Bank charges Sundry expenses Governance costs: Accountancy fees Legal fees |
Support costs £ 973 768 898 61 164 - - |
Governance costs £ - - - - - 780 13 |
2023 Total £ 973 768 898 61 164 780 13 |
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| 2,864 | 793 | 3,657 |
7. Average Number of Employees
Average number of employees during the year was: NIL (2023: NIL)
8. Creditors: Amounts Falling Due Within One Year
| 2024 | 2023 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Accruals and deferred income | 810 | 780 |
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Basset Rescue Network GB Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
9. Movement in Funds
| Unrestricted funds General: General unrestricted fund Total funds Unrestricted funds General: General unrestricted fund Total funds |
As at 2 October 2023 £ 51,769 |
Income £ 60,632 |
Expenditure £ (77,165) |
As at 1 October 2024 £ 35,236 |
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| 51,769 | 60,632 | (77,165) | 35,236 | |
| As at 2 October 2022 £ 67,262 |
Income £ 62,113 |
Expenditure £ (77,606) |
As at 1 October 2023 £ 51,769 |
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| 67,262 | 62,113 | (77,606) | 51,769 |
10. Transactions with Trustees
During the year the expenses reimbursed to the trustees or paid directly to third parties were as follows:
| Travel Other Expenses |
2024 £ - 237 |
2023 £ 124 340 |
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| 237 | 464 |
Number of trustees reimbursed for expenses during the year was 3 (2023: 3)
11. Related Party Disclosures
There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2023 - none).
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Basset Rescue Network GB Notes to the Financial Statements (continued) For The Year Ended 1 October 2024
12. Company limited by guarantee
The company is limited by guarantee and has no share capital.
Every member of the company undertakes to contribute to the assets of the company, in the event of a winding up, such an amount as may be required not exceeding £1.
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