2020-08-31-accounts - Sheffield Beekeepers' Association

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Trustees’ Annual Report for the period

From 01/09/2019 Period start date To 31/08/2020 Period end date

Charity name: Sheffield Beekeepers' Association

Charity registration number: 1174443

Objectives and Activities

	SORP reference
Summary of the purposes of the charity as set out in its governing document	Para 1.17	The objects of the Association are: a) To promote, support and further the craft of amateur Beekeeping, b) To raise awareness and educate the general public about the importance of bees and beekeeping to the environment.
Summary of the main activities in relation to those purposes for the public benefit, in particular, the activities, projects or services identified in the accounts.	Para 1.17 and 1.19	Sheffield Beekeepers' Association is open to all beekeepers and people interested in bees and beekeeping in Sheffield and surrounding areas. By working with our own experienced beekeepers and guest experts the Association undertook the wide range of bee and beekeeping related activities, as well as beekeeping education projects including: - teaching apiary - the place where the colonies of honey bees are kept and participants can have practical sessions led by the experienced beekeepers; - provision of a forum for members to meet, discuss and learn about beekeeping; - provision of lectures on the monthly basis with talks by experienced beekeepers, presentations, question and answer sessions; - provision of workshops for novices, beginners and experienced beekeepers alike, including how to manage bees and how to produce honey and allied products; - provision of advice on beekeeping issues via the email or phone; - provision of an annual open Honey Show - the event to celebrate the end of the beekeeping season by showing beekeepers' hive products and compete for prizes. Association aims to educate the public of the importance of bees in the environment and the value of bees

		to agriculture in their role as pollinators, by: - providing educational visits to schools/organisations to complement the study of bees; - attending local shows and provide displays on all aspects of beekeeping; - holding an annual open Honey Show - the event to celebrate the end of the beekeeping season by showing beekeepers' hive products and compete for prizes; - providing a taster session - a practical session by the hive, where participants can learn the introductory information about the craft of beekeeping, run by volunteer beekeepers; - providing Association's news by an e-mail to subscribers; - running the Association's website with the information and news related to beekeeping and Association itself; - providing the swarm collection service to the public to offer the humanely option of dealing with swarms/feral colonies of bees compering to pest control option. Projects and activities are publicised through website, newsletter and local businesses.
Statement confirming whether the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit	Para 1.18	The trustees are aware of the Charity Commission’s public benefit guidance and have taken it into account when exercising any powers or duties to which the guidance is relevant.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:

SORP reference Para 1.38 Policy on grant making Para 1.38 Policy on social investment including program related investment Para 1.38 Contribution made by volunteers Other

Achievements and Performance

	SORP reference
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	*Our shook swarm initiative to curb the* *effects of EFB*has gone very well despite covid-19. Organising a project such as this presented numerous challenges such as timing, logistics, materials storage, biological hazard disposal and publicity. As amateur beekeepers, we had not previously undertaken anything on this scale. The members and the committee learnt significant lessons which were: • Timing – this was critical to success – external temperatures need to be at least 15C for at least a week to enable the bees to make wax and draw out the combs. • Logistics - sourcing frames and wax foundation, together with finding storage for the 8 pallets of the ready-made frames took considerable effort – having space agreed in advance is essential. • Bio-hazard - disposal of brood frames which may contain EFB pathogens should be by burning, either in members’ gardens or allotments, or by the SBKA at an appropriate site. Alas, Covid19 meant that the fire brigade banned garden fires. After research we learnt we could double-bag them and place them in general waste bins – Sheffield burns its rubbish so pathogens were guaranteed to be effectively destroyed. • Publicity - getting the message out there was relatively straightforward as we have our own newsletter which is read by both members and other interested people. We learnt however that the message needs to be repeated, and repeated again to ensure that the message reached as many beekeepers as possible. Additionally, to reach non-members who don’t receive the newsletter, we arranged with Radio Sheffield to discuss the subject live on air. • Finance - To maximise the benefits of this initiative, SBKA subsidised by 50% the cost of materials, and was open to all amateur/part-time Sheffield beekeepers, whether Association members or not. The necessary materials and equipment for shook swarms for an estimated 500 hives, including sterilising hives was estimated at up to £20,000. The grants contributed 25% of the anticipated costs; the remainder from SBKA reserves. We learnt that through a coordinated effort by the association’s members and other

beekeepers, the initiative has been effective and had, and will continue to have, a significant benefit to Sheffield’s bees In summary, the success of the project was such that NBU Inspectors found that most members in areas of risk had treated their bees when contacted. To the best of SBKA’s knowledge the project was 100% successful in stemming the disease amongst our members. This was a unique project that went well and hopefully will encourage other BKAs to take on a similar initiative for the benefit of one of nature’s essential pollinators. Membership: In summary there were 292 members at the meeting date of which 41% are females, compared with 274 (43% females) at the date of the last AGM. We have had another successful year of recruitment with 18 new members. Total membership grew by 7% year on year (15% 2018/19). Events: Our Winter speakers program following the last AGM and the Christmas Quiz was scheduled to start in January with Dr Ryad Alsous on the subject of the black bee. Unfortunately, he was delayed in America and couldn’t make it back in time. In February we were pleased to welcome Dr Paul Cross who spoke to us on Radio Telemetric bee tracking. This was followed in March by an entertaining and valuable talk by Dhonn Atkinson, our Regional Bee Inspector, on EFB and our proposed Shook Swarm Initiative. Then everything was cut short somewhat by the corona virus, Covid-19. Subsequent meetings were held using Zoom, the first on 22 April. The second, on 8 May delivered two presentations by Bronwen White and Phil Khorassandjian on swarm control and the Pagden techniques. At this event we also welcomed Rotherham BKA members. Subsequent meetings have comprised one on our Shook Swarm experiences and then Q&A sessions.

Training & Exams: a. Beginners’ Course – 40 students were enrolled on the main, 10-session course. The first three sessions were held at the Sawmill, but because of Covid-19 restrictions, the remainder were held on line via Zoom. b. Regional Courses There were no regional courses held in the

last year. c. Exams Because of Covid-19 restrictions, there were no exams, module study groups or practical courses held this year. Activities with schools & the public: a. Hands-on sessions at Ecclesall Woods & Rivelin Valley Allotment. b. Demonstration on oxalic acid vapourisation to treat varroa. Bee breeding: 3 colonies provided to members with local stock together with 12 virgin queens in mating nucs. Social Events: Xmas Quiz. Apiaries: a. Sawmill Apiary came through the winter healthy and strong, managed by a dedicated and enthusiastic team. Normally, it is invaluable in providing hands on training on Sunday mornings and to our beginners’ course participants, but sadly, because of Covid-19 this didn’t happen. Unfortunately, because of the unhelpful weather over the beekeeping year, only 25 jars of honey were produced. b. We continued with our presence at Fulwood apiary,established two years ago, benefiting from one volunteer who has taken on the role of apiary manager. There must be better forage in the area, as this one colony produced 54 pound jars of honey! c. Our Rivelin apiary continued to provide support to our bee breeding programme. The weather limited us to only 28 jars of honey. Many volunteers continued to help at the apiary site over the year, with thanks to all our gardeners, diggers, builders, and bee breeders

Long Term Plans: a. Still exploring ideas to purchase or lease a field.

b. Our plans for decking out the Sawmill apiary have been delayed due to matters outside our control, but we are hopeful that this will still go ahead.

c. We are also hopeful that our facilities at the Sawmill apiary can be improved and enlarged.

Swarm Collectors:

11 members on team were kept busy collecting plenty of swarms. The very hot

weather in late July seemed to stimulate a significant burst of swarming. Sponsorship : The Friends of Millhouses Park to kindly support our Shook Swarm Initiative in the value of £2000.00. Helpers: a. Trainers – Bron White, John Shaw, Marion Watson, Robert Jemilianowicz, Jeff Dale, Roger Lyons, Sharron Henderson, Phil Khorassandjian b. Apiary teams – Ian Smith, Roger Lyons, Sharron Henderson, Dorothy Birks, Paul Durkin, Pete O'Callaghan, Bronwen White, Steve Taylor, Stephen Ward, Phil Khorassandjian c. All of the many Rivelin apiary volunteers. Especial thanks to regular helpers, Paul French, Pete O' Callaghan, Paul Durkin, Peter Minchin, Roger Lyons, Elinor Turner, Sarah Romanowski. d. Trustees for their diligence and devotion e. Equipment loan and coordination: Ian Smith, Roger Lyons f. Bee breeding programme: Bronwen White, Paul Durkin, Neville Dearden g. Library: Andrzej Kurpiel.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements where relevant about:


Achievements against objectives set	Para 1.41
Performance of fundraising activities against objectives set	Para 1.41
Investment performance against objectives	Para 1.41
Other

Financial Review

Financial Review
Review of the charity’s financial position at the end of the period	Para 1.21	*Unrestricted income* The results for the year and financial position are set out in the Statement of Financial Activities and the Balance Sheet. Total incoming resources 43,563 (2018/19: £39,931). Resources expended were £33,976 (2018/19: £29,298). The surplus for this year was £9,587 (2018/19: £10,633). *Restricted income* The Association received £2,000 restricted grant income in 2019/20, which was expended for the purposes for which it was given. This is set out in more detail in the Notes to the Accounts below. *Expenditure* Total expenditure reached £37,976 (2018/19: £29,298) net of increase in stock for resale. The Association spent £32,628 (2018/19: £23,965) on the charitable activities such as provision of lectures and teaching apiary, and £5,348 (2018/19: £5,333) on raising funds such as membership capitation payments The Association made good progress in achieving the goals for the year despite the global pandemic.
Statement explaining the policy for holding reserves stating why they are held	Para 1.22	The Trustees have considered the reserves required, with reference to the guidance published by the Charity Commission. The Trustees aim to maintain free reserves in unrestricted funds at a level which equates to approximately three months of unrestricted charitable expenditure. The trustees consider that this level will provide sufficient funds to respond to the Association’s risk register, its obligations and ensure that support and governance costs are covered. The balance held as unrestricted funds at 31 August 2020 was £56,108, which is regarded as free reserves. The Committee agreed that the most appropriate level of reserves should be kept at the level of £3,000. The current level of reserves is therefore higher than is needed and the trustees agreed that excess of free reserves will be transferred to designated fund – HQ Fund. The trustees consider this fund to be primarily an investment fund held to generate income and aim to ensure the stability of the set charitable objectives of the association.

Amount of reserves held	Para 1.22	£56,108
Reasons for holding zero reserves	Para 1.22
Details of fund materially in deficit	Para 1.24
Explanation of any uncertainties about the charity continuing as a going concern	Para 1.23

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements	Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements	where relevant about:
The charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising)	Para 1.47	The organisation provides goods and services directly as part of the charity's objects: - The organisation charges the membership fee on the behalf of the British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) as a registered charity: England and Wales no 1185343., - The organisation charges fees for places on courses, -The organisation provides a Bulk Purchase Scheme for members where organisation gets a discount for bulk purchasing beekeeping equipment from a suppliers, and sell them to the organisation members at a reduced price comparing to the RRP. -The organisation sells a beekeeping products to the public within the small-scale trading exemption, - The organisation sells donated beekeeping related goods.
Investment policy and objectives including any social investment policy adopted	Para 1.46
A description of the principal risks facing the charity	Para 1.46
Other

Structure, Governance and Management

Description of charity’s trusts:
Type of governing document (trust deed, royal charter)	Para 1.25	CIO Association Constitution
How is the charity constituted? (e.g unincorporated association, CIO)	Para 1.25	CIO
Trustee selection methods including details of any constitutional provisions e.g. election to post or name of any person or body entitled to appoint one or more trustees	Para 1.25	Appointment of charity trustees 1. Elected charity trustees: (a) At the first annual general meeting of the members of the Association all the elected charity trustees shall retire from office; (b) At every subsequent annual general meeting of the members of the Association, one-half of the elected charity trustees shall retire from office. If the number of elected charity trustees is not two or a multiple of two, then the number nearest to one-half shall retire from office, but if there is only one charity trustee, they shall retire; (c) The charity trustees to retire by rotation shall be those who have been longest in office since their last appointment or reappointment. If any trustees were last appointed or reappointed on the same day those to retire shall (unless they otherwise agree among themselves) be determined by lot; (d) Vacancies so arising may be filled by the decision of the members at the annual general meeting; any vacancies not filled at the annual general meeting may be filled as provided in sub-clause (e) of this clause; (e) The members or the charity trustees may at any time decide to appoint a new charity trustee, whether in place of a charity trustee who has retired or been removed in accordance with clause 15 (Retirement and removal of charity trustees), or as an additional charity trustee, provided that the limit specified in clause 12(3) on the number of charity trustees would not as a result be exceeded; (f) A person so appointed by the members of the Association shall retire in accordance with the provisions of sub- clauses (b) and (c) of this clause. A person so appointed by the charity trustees shall retire at the conclusion of the annual general meeting next following the date of his appointment, and shall not

be counted for the purpose of determining which of the charity trustees is to retire by rotation at that meeting. (g) One of the places on the Board of Trustees shall be reserved for a novice member (less than one year’s membership) of the Association. 2. Reappointment of charity trustees: Any person who retires as a charity trustee by rotation or by giving notice to the Association is eligible for reappointment.

Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements	Additional information (optional) You may choose to include further statements	where relevant about:
Policies and procedures adopted for the induction and training of trustees	Para 1.51	New committee members are presented with the SBKA Trustee induction pack based on the Charity Commission Guidance.
The charity’s organisational structure and any wider network with which the charity works	Para 1.51	Under umbrella of The British Beekeepers Association (BBKA) a registered charity: England and Wales no. 1185343.
Relationship with any related parties	Para 1.51	Partnership with British Beekeepers Association and other Beekeepers' Associations to deliver training courses for novices, beginners and experienced beekeepers alike.
Other

Reference and Administrative details

Charity name	Sheffeld Beekeepers' Association
Other name the charity uses	Sheffield BKA SBKA
Registered charity number	1174443
Charity’s principal address	109 Carr Road, Walkley, Sheffield, S6 2WY

Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20	Trustee name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year	Name of person (or body) entitled to appoint trustee (ifany)
	Jeff Dale	Procurement Officer
	Paul Durkin	Chair
	Robert Jemilianowicz	Treasurer
	Phil Khorassandjian	Education Officer
	Helene Pigott	Examinations Officer
	Sarah Romanowski	Membership Secretary
	Elinor Turner	Events Officer

– Corporate trustees names of the directors at the date the report was approved

Director name

Name of trustees holding title to property belonging to the charity

Trustee name Dates acted if not for whole year

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 safe 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 executive or names of senior staff members (Optional information)

Exemptions from disclosure

Reason for non-disclosure of key personnel details

Other optional information

Declarations

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above.

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair, etc) Date	Paul Durkin
	Paul Durkin
	Chair
	01/11/2020
	01/11/2020

Trustees Report and Accounts for the year ended: 31[st] August 2020

FINANCIAL REVIEW

Independent Examiner’s report on the accounts

Report to the Trustees/ members of Sheffield Beekeepers’ Association (CIO)

On the accounts for the year ended 31 August 2020

Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner

The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (“the Charities Act”) and that an independent examination is needed.

It is my responsibility to: • examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act,

• to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and

• to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.

Basis of independent examiner’s statement

My examination was carried out in accordance with general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from the trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a ‘true and fair’ view and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.

Independent examiner’s statement

In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention

which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in, any material respect, the requirements:

• to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; and

• to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act have not been met;

to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached

Signed

Joanne Gleig ACA

21.10.20 87 Cowlishaw Road Sheffield S11 8XG

Overview

Unrestricted income

The results for the year and financial position are set out in the Statement of Financial Activities and the Balance Sheet. Total incoming resources 43,563 (2018/19: £39,931). Resources expended were £33,976 (2018/19: £29,298). The surplus for this year was £9,587 (2018/19: £10,633).

Restricted income

The Association received £2,000 restricted grant income in 2019/20, which was expended for the purposes for which it was given. This is set out in more detail in the Notes to the Accounts below.

Expenditure

Total expenditure reached £37,976 (2018/19: £29,298) net of increase in stock for resale. The Association spent £32,628 (2018/19: £23,965) on the charitable activities such as provision of lectures and teaching apiary, and £5,348 (2018/19: £5,333) on raising funds such as membership capitation payments The Association made good progress in achieving the goals for the year despite the global pandemic.

Going concern

The Trustees have reviewed the SBKA’s financial position and consequently believe there are sufficient resources to manage any foreseeable operational or financial risks. The Trustees therefore consider that there is a reasonable expectation that SBKA has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.

For this reason, the Trustees are happy to adopt the ‘going concern’ basis of accounting in preparing the accounts.

Reserves Policy

The Trustees have considered the reserves required, with reference to the guidance published by the Charity Commission. The Trustees aim to maintain free reserves in unrestricted funds at a level which equates to approximately three months of unrestricted charitable expenditure. The trustees consider that this level will provide sufficient funds to respond to the Association’s risk register, its obligations and ensure that support and governance costs are covered

The balance held as unrestricted funds at 31 August 2020 was £56,108, which is regarded as free reserves. The Committee agreed that the most appropriate level of reserves should be kept at the level of £3,000.00.

The current level of reserves is therefore higher than is needed and the trustees agreed that excess of free reserves will be transferred to designated fund – HQ Fund. The trustees consider this fund to be primarily an investment fund held to generate income and aim to ensure the stability of the set charitable objectives of the association.

Sheffield Beekeepers' Association (CIO) Statement of Financial Activities

for the year ending 31 August 2020

Note *Incoming resources* Income and endowments from: Donations and legacies 3 Charitable activities 4 Trading and fundraising activities 5 Investments *Total Income* *Resources expended* Expenditure on: Raising funds 6 Charitable activities 7 *Total Expenditure* Net income Transfers between funds Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward	Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Total Funds Prior Year 2019 Prior Year 2018
	£ £ £ £ £ 11,076 2,000 13,076 13,411 14,323 31,351 31,351 24,486 20,693 1,136 1,136 2,034 2,062
	43,563 2,000 45,563 39,931 37,078
	5,348 5,348 5,333 5,778 28,628 4,000 32,628 23,965 16,310
	33,976 4,000 37,976 29,298 22,088
	9,587 (2,000) 7,587 10,633 14,988
	24,401
	9,587 (2,000) 7,587 10,633 39,389
	46,521 3,500 50,021 39,389 0.00 56,108 1,500 57,608 50,021 39,389

Sheffield Beekeepers Association (CIO) Balance Sheet as at 31 August 2020

Note *Fixed assets:* Tangible Assets 9 Total Fixed Assets *Current assets:* Stocks 10 Debtors 11 Cash at Bank and in hand 12 Prepaid expense 13 Total Current Assets *Liabilities:* Creditors falling due within one year 14 Prepaid income 15 Total Current Liabilities Net Current assets Total assets less current liabilities Creditors: Amounts falling due after more than one year Net Assets *Funds of the Association:* Unrestricted income funds 16 Restricted income fund 17 Total Association Funds	Unrestricted Restricted Total Prior year Prior year Funds Funds Funds 2019 2018
	£ £ £ £ £ 610 - 610 - -
	610 - 610 - -
	16,113 16,113 11,467 11,468 1,961 1,961 4,387 1,442 40,925 1,500 42,425 35,554 29,262 32 32 130 92
	59,031 1,500 60,531 51,538 42,264 3,115 3,115 1,176 2,508 418 418 341 368
	3,533 3,533 1,517 2,876
	55,498 1,500 56,998 50,021 39,389
	56,108 1,500 57,608 50,021 39,389 -
	56,108 1,500 57,608 50021 39,389
	56,108 - 56,108 46,521 37,889 - 1,500 1,500 3,500 1,500
	56,108 1,500 57,608 50,021 39,389

Approved by the trustees on and signed on their behalf by:

PAUL DURKIN CHAIR of TRUSTEES

Notes to the accounts

Note 1. Accounting policies

This financial statement has been prepared with regard to 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 (effective 1 January 2015).

Note 2. Related party transactions and trustees’ expenses and remuneration

The Trustees all give their time and expertise freely without any form of remuneration or other benefit in cash or kind. Expenses paid to the trustees in the year totalled £74.40. These expenses were made up of one Trustee reimbursed for Hornet Conference.

Note 3. Analysis of Income - Donations and legacies

The Gift Aid Claim represents repayment for 163 (2018/19: 172) membership subscriptions made between 01/09/2019 and 31/08/2020.

General grants by Friends of Millhouses Park to kindly support our Shook Swarm Initiative in the value of £2000.00.

Note 4. Analysis of Income – Charitable Activities

Note 5. Analysis of Income - Trading and fundraising activities

Sheffield Beekeepers’ Association is an official supplier of honey to Sheffield City Council/JG Graves Woodland Discovery Centre. Over 50% of honey has been sold through the Centre.

Note 6. Analysis of Expenditure – Raising Funds

Note 7. Analysis of Expenditure – Charitable Activities

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Prior year Prior year
Total funds
Analysis 2019 2018
£ £ £
Annual Bulk Purchase (CS) 26,539.22 15,245.87 12,921.43
Apiary Supplies and 2,389.84 2,623.47 406.44
Microscopy Bulk Purchase - 1,877.81 -
Beginners’ Course 1,281.00 1,213.47 1,438.52
EFB/SWM 1,338.29
Educational Supplies and 23.98 658.74 70.00
Microscopy Course - 620.80 64.00
Speakers 247.75 532.60 285.00
Honey Show - 342.20 424.00
Library - 274.00 12.10
Module Assessments - 192.11 120.00
Basic Assessment - 181.10 330.65
Web/IT 269.33 147.00 82.80
Sheffield Queen Rearing 538.61
General Husbandry/Bee - 59.00 76.00
Total expenditure
32,628.02 23,968.17 16,230.94
on charitable activities
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Note 8. Independent examiner remuneration

The independent examiner’s remuneration constituted an examination fee of £100.00.

Note 9. Tangible Assets

Under the new structure of CIO charity, the Association adapted a new Fixed Asset Policy. This states a capitalisation limit of over £500.00 for items of equipment. Attractive and Portable Items of equipment that fall below the capitalisation limit of £500.00 are recorded on the Equipment Inventory (e.g. single digital camera purchased for £100.00).

Note 10. Stocks

Stocks held for sale are measured at the lower of the cost and net realisable value of the separate items of stock or groups of similar items.

Note 11. Debtors

Debtors include amounts owed to the Association for the provision of goods and services. Debtors are measured at their recoverable amounts.

Note 12. Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank includes restricted funds of £1,500.00 from JG Graves Charitable Trust.

Note 13. Prepaid expense

Prepaid expenses consist mainly of the Domain renewal till February 2026 for remaining six years in value of £28.80.

Note 14 Creditors falling due within one year

Liabilities are amounts due to creditors and are measured at their settlement amount.

Note 15 Prepaid income

Prepaid income consists of prepaid membership subscription for the 2020/21 year

as well as course fees.

Note 16 Analysis of charitable funds

The Association funds consist the unrestricted fund that is for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general charitable objectives. Within the unrestricted funds the designated fund – HQ Fund was established by the Trustees to provide resource for SBKA head quarters. As of 31 August 2020 the value of the HQ Fund was £53,108.

Note 17 Analysis of restricted fund

The Restricted fund contains the remaining grant of £1,500 from JG Graves Charitable Trust 2018.

Grants from ‘Tesco Bags of Help’ 2019 and Friends of Millhouses Park 2019 in total of £4000.00 were dispensed towards Shook Swarm Initiative to combat the EFB incursion.

The NBU consider that a technique known as a ‘shook swarm’ is not only effective for a diseased colony, but equally effective in preventing an occurrence or re-occurrence of EFB. If SBKA could shook swarm all the colonies in their apiaries in Spring, they would almost certainly eradicate the current problem.

SBKA took on the challenge of combatting the EFB incursion and recommended to all members and beekeepers in Sheffield and outlying areas who had received the disease warning from the NBU in 2019 to shook swarm all the bees in their apiaries in the Spring of 2020.

Initially we needed to ensure we had sufficient stock of the materials necessary – new wooden frames and wax foundation sheets to replace old, potentially infected combs. Once completed, brood combs would be burnt to destroy any pathogens, wooden hives sterilised by scorching with a blow torch or polystyrene hives with bleach.

Each hive would need approximately £40 of materials. To maximise the benefits of this initiative, SBKA would subsidise by 50% the cost of materials, and was open to all amateur/part-time Sheffield beekeepers, whether Association members or not. The necessary materials and equipment for shook swarms for an estimated 500 hives, including sterilising hives was estimated at up to £20,000. The above grants contributed 25% of the anticipated costs; the remainder from SBKA reserves.

The success of the project was such that NBU Inspectors found that most Sheffield beekeepers in areas of risk had shook swarmed their bees when contacted. To the best of our knowledge the project has been 100% successful in stemming the disease amongst our membership.

SBKA Treasurer Robert Jemilianowicz