CHARITY COMMISSION FOR ENGLAND AND WALES Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2023 Charity name: The Regimental and Chattels Charity of the former Durham Light Infantry Charity registration number: 1174128 Objectives and Activities SORP reference Summary of the purposes of the charity as sel out in its governing document Para1.17 In accordance with the Charity's constitution dated the 3 August 2017, as amended on 12 March 2020, the three objects of the CIO are.. The advancem8nt of education for the public benefit by the holding and provision of artefacls, items and collections, connected to or associated with the armed services and in particular with the former Durham Light Infantry, and the facilitation of the display and exhibition of the same in such manner as the Trustees of the CIO from time to time think lit. The promotion and efficiency of the armed forces of the Crown, including through= Promoting the military efficiency of the Army Reserve units as are from time to time based in the County of Durham, by improving lacilities and amenities ol training and service. Creating repairing and maintaining memorials commemorating the deeds ol the Durham Light Infantry or the names of its members-. Making grants.. lo The Rifles, Benevolent Trust, as renamed or amalgamated into such other charitable organisations from time to lime.,
towards the upkeep of thè Durham LwJht Infantry Chapel in Durham Cathedral and the Memorial Garden in the Cathedral precincts., and to public museums relating to British military forces. The advancement of culture and heritagg related lo the armed forces, in partlcular in uphokling the traditions of the fomer Durham Luht Infanty and of perpetualing ts deeds. Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposos for the public benefit. in particular. the actfvities, projects or services identfied in the aOunts. Para 1.17 1.19 The Charity's focus is to preseNe and raise public awareness of the former Durham Light Infanty, held in such high esteem across the nation bul most parlicularly in the North East of England. The Trust86s are particularfy grateful lo Durham County Council (DCCI for their exceptional commitment and support, not just for the maintenance and safe keeping ol the Regimental Collection, but also for finanang. developing and delivering lrfek)ng learning pitsjrarnmes for schools, o)mmunity groups and tha public. The Charity owns th& Regimental Collectlon vthich is on loan to DCC under an agreement betsveen the Charity and DCC, the most recent vèrsion of which came into effect on 13 October 2021. The Regimental Collection comprises two parts.. Th8 Archlve Is that part ol the Regimental Collection consisting of dCMents, manUript and printed books, maps and plans, photograph albums and photographs etc covaring the enlire history of tha Dutham Light Infanlry from 175810 1968. The Archive Is cared for by Ihe Durham County Record Office (DCRO), an Accredited Archiv8 SeNce administered by DCC. The Ob'ects is th* part of the Regimental Collection consisting of some 15,000 2D and 3D objects Including textiles, unrfoms, weapons, medals, relics and memorials, Covèring the entire history of the Durham Light Infantry from 1758 to 1968. The objects are cared for by the DLI Collection (DLICI which Is also nationall accradited and is
administered by DCC. Following the closure of the DLI Museum in 2016, the DLIC has continued lo be accessed through a deconstructed model including a Research and Study Centre, secure stores, and collections care, learning and engagement programme, and an exhibition offer comprising of a dedicated ga51ery for five years (see belowl and the production of live temporary exhibitions displayed across the county. DCC entered into an agreement in 2016 with Durham University (DUI to provide provision and services in relation to the DLIC. This includes the DLI Gallery at Palace Green Library, storage and access to the medal collection, and associated exhibition programme. Turning to the reporting period {1 January to 31 December 20231, DCC have been preparing for the move of the DLIC and DLI Archive to DCC'S new heritage cenlre, 'The Story, al Mount Oswald, 1 ½ miles south of Durham City Centre. The new venue will provide permanent high-qualily storage, meeting all archival and conservation standards as well as improved research facilities, conservation and digilisalion spaces and engagement with the public through an exhibition and learning studio. The Iwo parts ol the collection will be reunited through shared facilities allowing access lo the collection in new and improved ways. The project is supported by NHLF funding lor an activities and digital engagement programme to improve access to and engagement with the Collection through learning, digitisation, exhibition and events. This will increase the reach of the audience across the county and beyond. Furthermore, plans lo reopen the DLI Museum and Art Gallery al Aykley Heads moved a step closer, as proposals for the venue were approved in February 2023. Planning permission was given for the reopening ol the DLI Museum and Art Gallery. The reopening of the DLI Museum and Art GaHery-would see the popular venu brought back into use as a community asset and visitor destination. 11 is hoped that the sile wi11 draw in visitors from across the wider North East and nationally. Entry to the DLI exhibition will be free of charge, in line with our shared belief with DCC that the Durham Light Inlanlry belongs lo us all. ecled to allract between 60,000 and
150,0(J) visilors a year. Iha venue will be refurbished and expanded to include a dedicated space to display key objects from the DLI Collgction as V11 as an exhibition centre. gallery, and a cafe. Work will also be carried out to preseNe and enhance the grounds ol the building to create a reflective garden area. Whilst work towards The Story has been ongoing. additional activiti8s have included: Kohima Exhibition. The development of a new exhibition for 2024. marking the 80th anniversary ol the Battle, and engagement activities incluclng the Kohima Educational Trust, British Council and International Office at DCC. This will involve learning programmes and communty engagement for the annivèrsary and creation of the exhibition. hlves Revealed. With additional funding from the Trustees, further ¢alaloguing was carrièd out on new deposits in relation to tt)@ Charity. This work continues as an extension of th8 Archives Revealed project. Learning programme8. Schools and .c1MUnty engagement conlinu&l with the collections including programmes on WW1, WW2 and Remembrance. statement conflrtning whether the trustees havo had regard to the guIdara IS8ued by th8 Charity Commission on public benefit Para 1.18 The Trustees have complth wtth their duty in section 1715) of the 2011 Charities A¢1 to have due regard to the guidance publish8d by the Charity Commission on publi¢ bonef. Additional inlormation (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about: SORP refer¢ In accordance Vth the Charivs constitution dated the 3 August 2017, as amended on 12 March 2020, the Charivs po15cy on grant making is as lollows: Para 1.a8 Policy on grant making to The Rrfles, Benevolent Trust. as renamed or arnalgamated Into such other charitsble organisations from time to time., towards the upkeep of tha Dutham Light Inlanlry Chapel in Durham Cathedral and the Memorial Gard8n in the Cathedral recincts. and
to public museums relating to British military forces. Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment The Charity is hugely grateful for the support that is given by many volunteers. The DLIC and DCRO continue to work with volunteers lo help catalogue, research and interpret the collections through learning programmes. This involves veterans, The DLI Friends and DLI Association. Volunteering opportunities are being developed through The Story project to encourage and support more people to explore and work with the collections. Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other Achievements and Performance SORP réferencè With the very welcome news that the DLI Museum and Art Gallery is to open as well as The Story at Mount Oswald, the Charity could not have wished lor a more positive outcome. The Collection will continue to be conserved, preserved and widely shared thus helping to ensure that the Charity conforms to its three objects. Summary of the main achievements of the charity, identifying the difference the charity's work has made to the circumstances of its beneficiaries and any wider benefits to society as a whole. Para 1.20 Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further stalements where relevant about.. Achievements against objectives set Para 1.41
Investments have been impacted by th6 instabilty caused by global events but no more and no less Ihan thal experienced by other investors across the UK. The portfolio is kept under review. Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set Para 1.41 Investment performance against a"activeS 1.41 Other
Financial Review Review ol the charity's financial position al the end ol the period Para 1.21 Of the total sum of £102,062 held on current and deposit1£48,5721 with the Royal Bank of Scotland and the remaind6r1£54.1801 in the COIF Deposit Account. Of this total, £26,914 is restricted. The Trustees confimi their previous view that the level ol free reserves be maintained at approximately £30,000 to cover ongoing commitments and irregular outgoings. Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves slating why they are held Para 1.22 The Charity maintains a working reserve in order to meet its objectives described above for the purpose of- a. Promoting the efficiency of the Armed Forces of the Crown, through promoting the military efficiency of the Army Reserve Units based in the County of Durham, by improving facilities and amenities of training and service. b. Creating, repairing and maintaining memorials commemorating the deeds of the Durham Light Infantry or the names of its members. Making grants to The Rifles Benevolent Trust, as renamed or amalgamated inlo such other charitable organisations from time to time d. Towards the upkeep of the Durham Light Infanlry Chapel in Durham Cathedral and the Memorial Garden in the Calhedral precinct. To public museums relaling to British Milita Forces. £75,838 NIA Amounl ol reserves held Reasons lor holding zero reserves Details ol fund materially in delicit Explanation ol any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern Para 1.22 Para 1.22 Para 1.24 NIA Para 1.23 NIA Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevant about.. The Charity's principal source of income is derived from interest gained within the Investment Portfolio. It is further The charity's principal sources of funds includin
any fundraising) Para 1.47 supplemented through ad-hoc donations and bequeathmènls. In 2023 the ChaTity realised £50 through these funding streams. The objective of th8 Charity's investments is to obtain the best financial return in order to maintain an income stream while furthering the aims of th8 charity. Investment policy and objectives including any social inveslment policy adopted Para 1.46 The Trustees have a Risk Register which records any signrficant risks identified at their bi-annual meetings. A description of the princip risks lacing the charity Part 1.46 The assets of the Flegimental Museum are Heritage Assets. Heritage Assets ar8 not valued in the Accounts. No reliable valuation is availabl8. Other
Structure, Governance and Management Description ol charity's Irusls.. Type of governing document Para 1.25 Constitution dated the 3 August 2017 as Amended on 12 March 2020 As a Charitable Incorporated Organisation How is the charity constiluled? Para 1.25 Trustee selection methods incSuding details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election lo post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees Para 1 25 By the Trustees Additional information (optional) You ma choose to include further statements where relevanl about.. When a vacancy amongst the Trustees is expected, potential candidates are identilied. Following an initial approach by a Trustee, a candidate's name is pul to a properly convened meeting of the Trustees with a copy of their CV. If approved, they are appointed by the Trustees for a period of 5 years. On appointment, a new Trustee is given an aide memoire containing a history of the Durham Light Infantry and ol the Charity, a copy ol the Constitution, the Trustees, Roll, a copy of the Charity's most recent accounts and copies of the minutes of the previous two Trustees, meetings. Policies and procedures adopted lor the induction and training ol trustees Para 1.51 The Charity works very closely with the Heritage Venues and Collections Manager of Durham County Council's Culture, Sport and Tourism as well as with the County Archivist at Durham County Record Office. The charity's organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works Para 1.51 The Charity recognises the general support offered by the Army Museums Ogilby Trust and will seek to engage more closely in 2024. Relationship with any related parties Para 1.51 Other Reference and Administrative details- Charily name The Regimental and Chattels Charity ol the former Durham Light Infantry Olher name Ihe charity uses Re istered charit number 1174128
Charity's principal address The Hrfles Durham Offe Elvet watede DURHAM County Durham DH13BW 10
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity D8tes acted if not for whole ear Trustee name Ollice lif any) Name of person lor body) entitled loa oint trustee if an The Trustees themselves Colonel Harry Edward Shields MBE DL Chair Christian Hugh Stuart Swinburne LLB Hons Secretary The Trustees themselves Major David Hamilton Msc Treasurer The Trustees themselves Lieulenant Colonel Timothy John Harris MBE The Trustees themselves Colonel Stephen John Hopper TD Brigadier Paul Joseph Andrew Baker OBE The Trustees themselves The Trustees themselves Dr Keith John Bartlell PhD Bsc The Trustees themselves Lieutenant General Chades Seymour Collins DSO OBE The Trustees themselves Lieutenant Colonel Daryl Dowdall Lieutenant Colonel Andrew Hugh Ward Major Benjamin John Dyer The Trustees themselves The Trustees themselves 17 March-31 December 2023 The Trustees themselves 12 13 14 16 18 20 Cor orate trustees- names of the direclors at the dale the re Director name ortwasa roved
Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the chaiity rru8t•• name Dates acted rf not for WI18
Funds held as custodian trustees on behalf of others Description of the assets held in this capacity Name and objects of the charity on whose behalf the assets are held and how this falls within the custodian charity's objects Details of arrangements for sale custody and segregation of such assets from the charity's own assets Additional information (optional) Names and addresses of advisers (Optional information) Type of Name Address adviser Name of chief execulive or names of senior staff members (Optional information) Exemptions from disclosure Reason for non-disclosure of ke ersonnel details Other o tional information
Declarations The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees. report above. Signed on behalf of the charitys trustees Signature(s) Full name(s) Posltlon (eg Secretsry, Chair, etc) HARRY EDWARD SHIELDS RISTI TUART Chair Secretary Date 14
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