Trustees, Annual Report
For the period
From (start date)
to end date
Charity name
Ilth Eastboume
St Richard's
Lan
Scout Grou
Other names the charity is known by
Registered chajity number Crf ary)
HQ registration number
Charity's principal address
Scout Association
Prio
Road Eastboume
East Sussex
Postcode
Narnes of the charity trustees who manage the charity
Ip5e ww tsepubli5hed in the annu8Jrepxt of the chffj anLI the Chaity Reg￿teri1 rewrtiroi lora R*tefed Chwlty wlth a ch￿ty mwlator)
Trustee Name
Office (If any)
Dates acted if not
for whole year
Charlotte Punchard
Penelo
cock
Natajie Voce
ma￿ Osbome
Ross Putland
Tim Coombes
Nicola Fa]lon
Natalie Fisher
Laura Putland
Grou
Chair
Comittee member
Treasurer
Grou
Lead Volunteer
Scout Lead Volunteer
Cub Lead Volunteer
Beaver Lead Voluntee
Cub leader volunteer
Committee Member
10
11
13
14
15
Names anu aoaresses of auvisers (optional Intormation tsut encouragea as Dest practice)
rrhese wlll be pthlished in the annual rel￿rt of the chwity)
e of advisor
Name
Address
I LT700001 (3rd December 2018)

Description of the chartty's twsts
Type of govemiro document
The Group's goveming documents are those of the The
Scout Association. They consist of a Royal Charter,
which in tum gives authority to the Bye Laws of the
Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rules of
The ScoLrt Association.
(e.g. trust deed, constitution)
How the charity is constituted
The Group is a tnjst established under its rules which are
common to all Scouts.
(e.g. trust association. company)
Twstee selection methods
The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy,
Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
(e.g. appointed ty, elected by)
Additional govemance issues (optional infonnation but encouraged as best practice)
You may choose to include additional
infornation, where relevant, about.,
The Group is managed by the Group twstees, the
members of which are the 'ChaJity Trustees. of the ScouL
Group which is an educational charity. As charity trustees
they are responsible for complying with legislation
applicable to charities. This includes the registration,
keeping proper accounts and making retums to the
Charity Commission as appropriate.
Policies and procedures adopted for:
a) the induction and traning of tTUStees;
b) trustee. consideration of major risks
and the systems and procedures to
manage them
The Committee consists of 2 independent
representatives, Char and Treasurer together with the
Group lead Volount￿r, individual section leaders (rf opted
to take on the responsibility) and parent's representation
and meets every 3 months.
Member5 of the T￿St￿ board complete 'Essential
Info￿ation for Executive Committee. training within the
fitst 5 months of joining the committee.
This group Trustee board exists to support the Group Lead
vounteer in meeting the responsibilities of the
appointments and is responsible for:
The m￿ntenance of Group propety;
The raising of funds and the administration of Group
finance;
The insurance of persons, proikrty and equipment;
Group public occasions.
A5SiSting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult
Appoirrting any sub committees that may be required;
Appointing Group Administrato￿ and Advisors other than
those who are elected.
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Risk and Intsrnal Control
The Trustee Board has iderrtified the maior risks to which
they believe the Group is exposed, these have b*n
reviewed and systems have been established to mitig*e
against them. The main areas of concern that have b￿n
identified are:
Damage to the building, propety and equipment. The
Group would request the use of buildings, propety and
equipment from neighbouring organisations such as the
church, community centre and other Scout Groups.
Similar reciprocal arrangements exist with these
organisations. The Group has sufficient buildings and
contents insurance in place to mitigate agaÉnst permanent
loss.
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members. The
Group through the capitation fees contributes to the Scout
Associations national accident insurance policy. Risk
Assessments are undertaken before all activities.
Reduced income from furKt raising. The Group is primarily
reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising.
The group does hold a reseNe to ensure the continuity of
activities should there be a major reduction in income. The
trustee b)ard could raise the value of subscriptions to
increase the income to the group on an ongoing basis,
either temporarily or pe￿na￿ently.
Reduction or loss of leaders. The group is totally reliant
upon volurrteers to run and adrninister the activities of the
group. If there was a reduction in the numter of leaders to
an unacceptable level in a particular section or the group
as a whole then there would have to be a contraction,
consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case
scenario the complete closure of the Group.
Reduction or loss of members. The Group provides
activities for all young people aged 6 to 18. If there was a
reduction in membership in a particular section or the
group as whole then there would have to be a contraction,
consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case
scenario the complete closure of the Group.
I LT700001 (3rd December 2018)

The Purpose of Scouting
Scouting exists to actively engage and support young
people in their pe￿on8j developmerrt,
empowering them to make a positive contribution to
society.
Summary of the objects of the charity
set out in its goveming document
The Values of Scouting
As Scouts we are guided by these values:
Integrity- We act with integrity. we are hcmest,
trus￿OrthY and loyal.
Respect - We have self-respect and respect for others.
Care - We support others and take care of the worfd in
which we live.
Belief - We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes.
C04)peration - We make a positive difference; we c
operate with others and make friends.
The Scout Method
Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership
with adults, work together based on the
values of ScoLrting and:
- enjoy what they ￿e doing and have fun
- take part in actrvities indoors and outdoors
- leam by doing
share in spirituaj reflection
- take responsibility and make choices
- undertake new and chajlenging activities
- rnake and live by their Promise.
Summary of the maj'n activities in
relation to these objects
The Purpose of Scoirting
ScoLrting exists to actively engage and support young
people in their personal development.
empowering them to make a positive contribution to
society.
The Values of Scouting
As Scoirts we are guided ty these vajues:
Integrity - We act with integrity; we are honest,
trusMorthy and loyaj.
Respect - We have self-respect and respect for others.
Care - We support others and take care of the wortd in
which we live.
Belief - We explore our f&ths, beliefs and attitudes.
CcFoperation - We make a F)OSitive difference; we c¢>
operate with others and make friends.
The Scoirt Method
Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership
with adults, work together based on the
values of Scouting and:
- enjoy what they are doing and have fun
- take part in activities indoors and outdoors
- leam by doing
- share in spiritual reflection
- take responsibility and make choices
undertake new and chajlenging activities
make and live by their Promise.
Activities following scouting programme requirements
I LT700001 (3rd December 2018)

Additional details of the objectives and activities (optional infomiation but encouraged as best practice)
You may choose to include furthe
statements, where relevant, about..
policy on grantmaking,,
. contrtbution made ty volunteers;
KM)licy on investments.
Public benefit statement
The Group rn￿tS the Charity Commission's public benefit
criteria under both the advancement of education and the
advancement of citizenship or community development
headings.
Summary of the main achievements of
the charity during the ye
During the ye￿, the committee have managed to procure
grant funding towards v￿louS much needed improvements
to our site at BushyW(yxl etc. The committee are
working towards obtaining grant funding for the building
repairs at head Quarte￿.
Brief statement of the charity's policy
on reserve5
Reserves Policy
The Group's policy on resenles is to hold sufficient
resources to continue the charitable activities of the group
should income and fundraising activities fajl short. The
trustee b0￿d considers that the group should hold a sum
equivalent to 6 months running costs, circa £1500.
(2uantify and explain any designations
See se
rate financiaj statements
Detals of any funds materiaJly in deficit
(circumstances plus steps to eliminate)
none
I LT700001 (3rd December 2018)

Further financial review detatls (optional infonnation)
You may choose to include additionaj
information, where relevant, about:
. the charity's principaj sources of funds
(Including any fundraising).,
how expenditure has supported the
key objectives of the charity;
' investment policy and objectives:
The Group does not have SLrfficient funds to invest in
longer tern investments. The Group has therefore adopted
a risk averse strategy to the investment of its funds. All
funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks o
building societies.
Plans for future periods (details of any
signif icant activities planned to achieve
them)
Building repair to HQ
The trustees declwe that they have approved the trust￿, report above
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees
sIgn￿ure(S)
Full name(s)
Position (eg Secretary, Chatr)
Date
I LTTOOOOI (3rd December 2018)

CHARITY COMMISSION
FOR ENGIAND AND WALES
Ilth EASTBOURNE {ST RICHARD'S} LANGNEY
SCOUT GROUP
1167743
Receipts and payments accounts
CC16a
For the period
from
To
011(1412024
31-Mar-25
Unrestricted
funds
to the neare$t
Restricted
funds
Endowment
funds
Total funds
Last year
to the nearest £
to the nearest £
to the nearest £
to the nearest £
Al Recei
Membershi
Donations
Activities
Gift Aid
ts
subscri
tions
14,303
3,100
17,187
2,600
776
14303
3,100
17,187
2,600
776
13,877
619
B.424
1,950
520
2300
1.146
OY)er similar incom8
Oher
ants
Fundraisin
Lettin
Bank interest
actiwties
908
908
40
40
35
Sub total(Gross income fo
AR)
38.914
38,914
28071
A2 Asset and investment
$￿e5,
see table .
Sub tota
38,914
A3Pa
ments
Membership subscriptions paid
Youth piogramme and actsvities
Rent
Water and sewerage
Electricity and gas
Insurance
Repairs and renewals
Materials and equipment
10,210
16.196
1,800
88
1,044
1,593
4,235
477
4.939
1.800
88
77
911
477
Fllll i
Printing and pholcopying
Uniloims
Cornputer and internet
General expenses
ank fees
legal lees
Other fundraising costs
li
li
2,759
760
303
1221
151
57
635
237
713
760
303
21
500
500
Sub total
A4 Asset and investment
urchases,
see table
Fixed assets
807
807
Sub total
807
807
CCXX Rl aceounts ISS)
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615
Net of ￿ceIpts/(paYme￿ts)
A5 Transfers bet￿￿en funds
A6 Cash funds last year end
Cash fvnds this year end
256
Unrestricted
funds
to nèarest £
Restricted
funds
to nearest £
Endowment
funds
to nearest £
Cateuoi'ies
Detilils
Bl Cash funds
Bank current account
19.501
Expense cards
480
Cash float
loo
Total cash funds
20,081
{agree baL4nces wkh I￿V￿ana payments
account(sll
Unrestricted
funds
to nearest £
Restricted
funds
to nearest £
Endomment
funds
to nearest £
Details
Fund io b¥hlch
asset belon
Current value
bona
Details
Cost (optionafj
B3 Investment assets
Fund towhlch
asset belon
Cost loptionaD
Currentvalue
tiona
Detelils
B4 Assets retained for the
charity's own use
p Ill-
Fund to￿l¢h
re&tes
Amount due
on
When due
tiona
Dptails
B5 Liabilities
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
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Signed by one or wo ITuslees on
behdf i)f all the trustees
Dale of
rov
Signature
Print Name
Chpir
Ir
Treasurer
CCXX R3 accounts ISS)
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Examiner - Jenny Bruton.
Member of Professional body: AAT (Association of Accounting Technician.
Accounts prepared: On receipts & payments basis.
Check List:
Bank
£23,171.47
£20,080.83
Observations
- None-
- None-
Opening Balance:
Closing Balance
Observations from the Accounts:
Double rent paid in 2025 accounts. For 2024 & 2025.
Reporting:
l. Receipt in donations from unknown contributor. This will be reversed if
found to belong elsewhere.
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2. 11 Eastbourne Accounts are now all electronic on OSM Accounts.
3. Leaders now have expense cards. Group spend has been tightened up
so each unit is f ully aware of spend limits moving into 2025.
4. Gift Aid increased as each group is now at maximum capacity & fee costs
have increased. Gift aid reported in this financial year was for 23/24 &
included £585.05 of one off donation from bag packing.
5. Scouting records are in good order & reflect the income/expenses
through the bank.
6. Format is correct & accounts have been spot checked for accuracy.
7. Reserves appear to be well considered & funding will be sort where
needed.
8. 25/26 will see a focus on renewing the cladding on the hut to prolong
it's lifespan. 24/25 saw great work in creating a usable hut for Bushy
wood.
9. Membership costs include 2 years due to a delay in getting the correct
invoice f rom district for 23/24 - this was paid in Apr24, then the 24/25
invoice was paid in Mar25.
10.The Asset list is correct as of Apri125.

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Ilth Eastbourne Scout
Group.
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Ilth
Eastbourne Scout Group (the trust) for year ended 31st March 2025.
Responsibilities and basis of report.
As the charity trustees of the Trust you are responsible for the preparation of
the accounts in accordance with 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 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed
all the 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 case to
believe that in any material respect:
Accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as
required by section 130 of the Act; or
The accounts do not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with
the examination to which should be drawn in this report in order to enable a
proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed Name:
Jenny Bruton (Association of Accounting Technicians)
Address: 32 Queens Crescent, Eastbourne, BN23 6JS.
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Date: 9 April 2025