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2023-03-31-accounts

REGISTERED CHARITY NUMBER: 1179560

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES AND

UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023
FOR

EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

Ashdown Hurrey
Chartered Accountant & Business Advisers
20 Havelock Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN34 1BP

EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

CONTENTS OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

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Report of the Trustees 1 to 7
Independent Examiner's Report 8
Statement of Financial Activities 9
Balance Sheet 10
Notes to the Financial Statements 11 to 1 6
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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

The Trustees present their report with the financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2023. 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).

The Trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees' Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Objectives and aims

Our primary objective is to support individuals in East Sussex on their recovery journey from substance misuse.

Our activities over the past year have included:

Staff / Volunteers

Staff Level as of 31st March 2023

Full time equivalent - 7.5

Volunteers - 13

ACHIEVEMENT AND PERFORMANCE

As of June 2022, our contract with Change, Grow, Live (CGL) officially ended. This marks a significant transition in our focus and operations. During our partnership with CGL, we were actively involved in managing Cafe North in Eastbourne. However, with the end of the contract, we have ceased our operations at Cafe North.

This shift presents a new strategic direction for ESRA. Our primary focus is now centred on Hastings, where we see substantial opportunities for growth and community engagement. We are committed to providing our clients with the services they need and as we move forward, we aim to build strong community ties, develop partnerships and create impact.

This change reflects our adaptability and dedication to serving communities effectively, even as we navigate through transitions and realign our priorities. We remain committed to delivering high quality services and making a positive difference in our community.

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Empowering Lives, Inspiring Change

As we reflect on the accomplishments and contributions of East Sussex Recovery Alliance (ESRA) in the financ i al year 2022-2023, we are filled with pride for the transform ing impact that ESRA has had on the lives of individuals. ESR A remains committed to supporting individuals on their recovery journeys, advocating for addiction and menta l health awareness, and fostering a sense of belonging within our community.

Key Achievements in 2023:

Recovery Support Services

ESRAcontinue dtoprovideessentialrecoverysupportservicestoindividualsaffectedbyaddiction.Overthepast year,
wehavesupport321individualsacrossourHastingsandEastbournesitesthroughourSMARTrecoverygroups,
oneto one support, counselling session and wellness programs.

WedevelopedourSMARTrecoveryprogramme,whichhasshowngreatsuccessgivingourclientsappropriatetools to
helpmaintainlongtermrecovery.88%ofclientswhoattendedreportedthattheSMARTcoursehadhelped them
make a positive change.

" The support I have received has been invaluable to me and I am so grateful. The meetings give me strengt h to continue in sobriety and the activities fill the gaps that in the past may have been filled by a pub visit."

Partnerships and Collaborations:

ESRA forged meaningful partnerships with local organisations including East Sussex College and trained tutors. This has enabled us to offer a range of different activities and group sessions . 

We have offered a range of groups activities including:

Courses with the college included:

We have also worked in partnership with Coastal Wellbeing, MIND, Education Future T rust, the veteran hubs and other local providers. These collaborations enabled us to expand our reach, share resources and work together to address the complex challenges faced by those in recovery. This also offer ed the opportunity to become part of the local community.

Reduced Stigma:

Through creative art we pro vided a space for clients to show how Stigma can affect people in recovery , paving the way for more open and compassionate conversations. 

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Client Stories:

Throughout the year, we hav e collected and shared powerful stories of hope, resilience, and transformation from individuals in recovery. These stories served as a source of inspiration for others, reinforcing the belief that recovery is possible for everyone. 

ESRAwitnessedcountlessstoriesofindividualswhosuccessfullyovercameaddictionchallengeswithour
support.These stories are a testament to the life-changing impact of our services.

Referrals:

Referrals continued to be consistent across both hubs. The majority of our referrals were from CGL, although we also receive referrals from probation, NHS, adult social care, SWIFT and self-referrals. 

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Once clients have received their initial assessment for suitability we will induct the client. The numbers above show clients new to ESRA.

This data shows the number of individuals who have accessed the hub each month, which has remained consistent throughout the year.

This shows the number of contacts our support workers made each month, with individual clients offering a range of one to one support, telephone support, welfare calls,etc. 

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Alcohol remains the substance most used by our clients.

This chart shows per quarter the number of clients who reported at induction they have a mental issue.

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

FINANCIAL REVIEW

ESRA has had a successful year with securing funding , with t he lottery being our main source of funding for the Hastings hub for 3 years. Throughout the year ESRA delivered the subcontract for CGL for the Eastbourne hub. We were asked to apply for another round of Lloyd's funding , t o which we were successful and will receive £50,000 over the next two years. We continue to look at other funding opportunities to ensure that we can continue to provide activities for clients.

One of the T rustees has set up a cash flow sheet so we can be clear what we are spending and what we have left for the future.

ESRA has received the following grants for the financial year 2022 - 2023


Organisation
Allocated
Amount		 Date Received
Lottery Hastings hub staff costs £107,400 April 2022
ASDA Christmas dinner £500 October 2022
MIND, Men's mental
health project		 Mindful bakers £1,498 September 2023
Mrs A Lacy Trust Activities £250
Sussex Community
Foundation		 Art for wellbeing £8,996 November 2022
Isobel Blackman Activities £5,000 April 2022
Chalk Cliff Trust Unrestricted £5,000 March 2023
Lloyds Unrestricted £25,000 February 2023

FUTURE PLANS

Looking Ahead:

From the 1st June 2023 ESRA will no longer be delivering services from the Eastbourne hub. This wi ll centralise overheads and have some financial impact on the Hastings hub.

From the next financial year 2023/2024, ESRA will need to look at reducing core costs due the cost of living crisis , especially regarding the hub's heating bill.

ESRA will continue to review costs as a matter of urgency, to ensure existing services are maintained. This will include a review of the Cafe, staffing levels, IT services and in the longer term, premises .

Funding opportunities are limited, as the country is facing a cost-of-living crisis , with many charities trying to obtain the same pots of money.

As ESRA enter s 2023 - 2024, the Charity remains committed to its mission of empowering lives and inspiring change. ESRA will continue to adapt to the evolving needs of the local community, explore innovative solutions and advocate for a future where everyone can thrive in recovery.

ESRA will continue to work to secure long-term funding and remain committed to developing strong partnerships especially to support trauma.

ESRA extend heartfelt thanks to its dedicated staff, volunteers, partners and the entire East Sussex community for their unwavering support and continue to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by addiction and mental health challenges.

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Governing document

The charity is controlled by its governing document, a Deed of Trust and constitutes an unincorporated charity.

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

STRUCTURE, GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT

Organisational structure

The East Sussex Recovery Alliance is a charitable organi s ation governed by its constitution. The T rustees meet as required to review the charity's activities, financial status, and to set strategic directions. 

Senior Management Team

Jacqui Skilton - Chief Executive
Alison Bissett - Hub Manager - Hastings
Karlie Allaway - Hub Manager - Eastbourne (resigned March 2023)

REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS Registered Charity number

1179560

Principal address

5 Harold Place
Hastings
East Sussex
TN34 1JA

Trustees

G Trevitt S Milton J Travis D Lacy (appointed 4.5.22) (resigned 1.9.22) A Gayton D Mitchell M Connolly (appointed 17.1.23) C Dix (appointed 1.11.23)

Independent Examiner

Ashdown Hurrey Auditors Limited
Statutory Auditors
20 Havelock Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN34 1BP

Approved by order of the B oard of T rustees on 19 January 2024 and signed on its behalf by: 

A Gayton - Trustee

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

Independent examiner's report to the trustees of East Sussex Recovery Alliance

IreporttothecharitytrusteesonmyexaminationoftheaccountsofEastSussexRecoveryAlliance(theTrust)fortheyear ended
31 March 2023.

Responsibilities and basis of report

AsthecharitytrusteesoftheTrustyouareresponsibleforthepreparationoftheaccountsinaccordancewiththerequirements of
the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act').

IreportinrespectofmyexaminationoftheTrust'saccountscarriedoutunderSection145oftheActandincarryingout 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

Sinceyourcharity'sgrossincomeexceeded£250,000yourexaminermustbeamemberofalistedbody.IcanconfirmthatI am
qualifiedtoundertaketheexaminationbecauseIamamemberoftheInstituteofCharteredAccountantsinEnglandand Wales,
which is one of the listed bodies.

Ihavecompletedmyexamination.Iconfirmthatnomaterialmattershavecometomyattentioninconnectionwiththe 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. 

Ihavenoconcernsandhavecomeacrossnoothermattersinconnectionwiththeexaminationtowhichattentionshouldbe drawn
in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

S R Sampson BFP FCA FCIE DChA

Ashdown Hurrey
Chartered Accountant & Business Advisers
20 Havelock Road
Hastings
East Sussex
TN34 1BP

Date: 22 January 2024

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

Unrestricted
funds
Notes
£
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies
39,834
Charitable activities
Charitable activities
7,568
Investment income
3
313
Other income
-
Total
47,715
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds
6,626
Charitable activities
Charitable activities
28,781
Total
35,407
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE)
12,308
Transfers between funds
10
(13,833)
Net movement in funds
(1,525)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward
55,074
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD
53,549		 Restricted
funds
£
250,736
-
-
-
250,736
15,522
241,872
257,394
(6,658)
13,833
7,175
32,033
39,208		 31.3.23
31.3.22
Total
Total
funds
funds
£
£
290,570
190,704
7,568
9,183
313
6
-
39,370
298,451
239,263
22,148
13,117
270,653
272,531
292,801
285,648
5,650
(46,385)
-
-
5,650
(46,385)
87,107
133,492
92,757
87,107		 
The notes form part of these financial statements

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

BALANCE SHEET 31 MARCH 2023

Unrestricted
funds
Notes
£
CURRENT ASSETS
Debtors
8
1,189
Cash at bank and in hand
60,389
61,578
CREDITORS
Amounts falling due within one year
9
(8,029)
NET CURRENT ASSETS
53,549
TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES
53,549
NET ASSETS
53,549
FUNDS
10
Unrestricted funds
Restricted funds
TOTAL FUNDS		 Restricted
funds
£
-
61,502
61,502
(22,294)
39,208
39,208
39,208		 31.3.23
Total
funds
£
1,189
121,891
123,080
(30,323)
92,757
92,757
92,757
53,549
39,208
92,757		 31.3.22
Total
funds
£
11,558
114,753
126,311
(39,204)
87,107
87,107
87,107
55,074
32,033
87,107

The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees and authorised for issue on 19 January 2024 and were signed on its behalf by: 

A Gayton - Trustee

The notes form part of these financial statements

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EAST SUSSEX RECOVERY ALLIANCE

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

1. STATUTORY INFORMATION

EastSussexRecoveryAllianceisaCharitableIncorporatedOrganisation,registeredinEngland&Wales.The charity's
registered number and registered office address can be found in the Report of the Trustees.

2. ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Basis of preparing the financial statements

Thefinancialstatementsofthecharity,whichisapublicbenefitentityunderFRS102,havebeenpreparedin accordance
withtheCharitiesSORP(FRS102)'AccountingandReportingbyCharities:StatementofRecommendedPractice applicable
tocharitiespreparingtheiraccountsinaccordancewiththeFinancialReportingStandardapplicableintheUKand Republic
ofIreland(FRS102)(effective1January2019)',FinancialReportingStandard102'TheFinancialReporting Standard
applicableintheUKandRepublicofIreland'andtheCharitiesAct2011.Thefinancialstatementshavebeenprepared under
the historical cost convention.

Income

AllincomeisrecognisedintheStatementofFinancialActivitiesoncethecharityhasentitlementtothefunds,itis probable
that the income will be received and the amount can be measured reliably.

Expenditure

Liabilitiesarerecognisedasexpenditureassoonasthereisalegalorconstructiveobligationcommittingthecharityto that
expenditure,itisprobablethatatransferofeconomicbenefitswillberequiredinsettlementandtheamountof the
obligationcanbemeasuredreliably.Expenditureisaccountedforonanaccrualsbasisandhasbeenclassified under
headingsthataggregateallcostrelatedtothecategory.Wherecostscannotbedirectlyattributedtoparticular headings
they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.

Taxation

The charity is exempt from tax on its charitable activities.

Fund accounting

Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.

Restrictedfundscanonlybeusedforparticularrestrictedpurposeswithintheobjectsofthecharity.Restrictionsarise 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.

Hire purchase and leasing commitments

RentalspaidunderoperatingleasesarechargedtotheStatementofFinancialActivitiesonastraightlinebasisover the
period of the lease.

Pension costs and other post-retirement benefits

Thecharityoperatesadefinedcontributionpensionscheme.Contributionspayabletothecharity'spensionscheme are
charged to the  Statement of Financial Activities in the period to which they relate.

Government grants

Inaccordancewiths24ofFRS102thesearetreatedusingtheaccrualsmodelandsoarerecognisedinincomeon a
systematicbasisovertheperiodsinwhichthecharityrecognisestherelatedcostsforwhichthegrantsareintended to
compensate.

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3. INVESTMENT INCOME

INVESTMENT INCOME
Deposit account interest
INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS' REMUNERATION		 31.3.23
£
313		 31.3.22
£
6
31.3.23 31.3.22
£ £
Fees payable to the charity's independent examiners for the independent examination of the
charity's financial statements		 1,680 1,800
Fees payable to the charity's independent examiners for the preparation of the charity's
financial statements		 1,260 1,440
2,940 3,240

4. INDEPENDENT EXAMINERS' REMUNERATION

5. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

Therewerenotrustees'remunerationorotherbenefitsfortheyearended31March2023norforthe
yearended31 March 2022.

Trustees' expenses

During the year ended 31 March 2023, two Trustees had travel expenses totalling £380 re-imbursed by the charity.

During the year ended 31 March 2022, one Trustee had travel expenses totalling £738 re-imbursed by the charity.

6. STAFF COSTS

Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Other pension costs
The average monthly number of employees during the year was as follows:
Direct charitable		 31.3.23
£
198,259
9,496
6,041
213,796
31.3.23
11		 31.3.22
£
200,688
10,958
6,107
217,753
31.3.22
11		 
No employees received emoluments in excess of £60,000.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

7. COMPARATIVES FOR THE STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES

8.

9.

Unrestricted Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Total
funds funds funds
£ £ £
INCOME AND ENDOWMENTS FROM
Donations and legacies 38,034 152,670 190,704
Charitable activities
Charitable activities 9,183 - 9,183
Investment income 6 - 6
Other income 39,370 - 39,370
Total 86,593 152,670 239,263
EXPENDITURE ON
Raising funds 13,117 - 13,117
Charitable activities
Charitable activities 99,421 173,110 272,531
Total 112,538 173,110 285,648
NET INCOME/(EXPENDITURE) (25,945) (20,440) (46,385)
RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS
Total funds brought forward 81,019 52,473 133,492
TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 55,074 32,033 87,107
DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
31.3.23 31.3.22
£ £
Amounts recoverable on contract - 10,928
Other debtors - 630
Prepayments 1,189 -
1,189 11,558
CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR
31.3.23 31.3.22
£ £
Trade creditors 249 995
Social security and other taxes 4,840 1,936
Other creditors - 33,033
Accruals and deferred income 22,294 -
Accrued expenses 2,940 3,240
30,323 39,204

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS

MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
Net Transfers
movement between At
At 1.4.22 in funds funds 31.3.23
£ £ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 55,074 12,308 (13,833) 53,549
Restricted funds
ABCD - Rory Quigley 60 (60) - -
ABCD Fund - (CGL) Fishing 360 (360) - -
Awards for All 122 (245) 123 -
CGL 17,304 5,879 10,928 34,111
Hastings Big Local 922 (922) - -
John Jackson 454 (454) - -
Mind 2,167 (2,168) 1 -
Sussex Community Foundation 10,644 (13,425) 2,781 -
Sussex Community Crisis Fund - 3,254 - 3,254
Lottery - 1,843 - 1,843
32,033 (6,658) 13,833 39,208
TOTAL FUNDS 87,107 5,650 - 92,757
Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming Resources Movement
resources expended in funds
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 47,715 (35,407) 12,308
Restricted funds
3VA - Food 1,001 (1,001) -
ABCD - Rory Quigley - (60) (60)
ABCD Fund - (CGL) Fishing - (360) (360)
Awards for All - (245) (245)
CGL 133,327 (127,448) 5,879
Hastings Big Local - (922) (922)
John Jackson - (454) (454)
Mind 1,498 (3,666) (2,168)
Sussex Community Foundation 8,514 (21,939) (13,425)
Sussex Community Crisis Fund 8,996 (5,742) 3,254
Lottery 97,400 (95,557) 1,843
250,736 (257,394) (6,658)
TOTAL FUNDS 298,451 (292,801) 5,650

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10. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS - continued

Comparatives for movement in funds

Unrestricted funds
General fund
Restricted funds
3VA - Food
ABCD - Rory Quigley
ABCD Fund - (CGL) Fishing
Awards for All
CGL
Hastings Big Local
John Jackson
Mind
Sussex Community Foundation
TOTAL FUNDS		 Net
movement
At 1.4.21
in funds
£
£
81,019
(25,945)
416
(416)
-
60
-
360
-
122
42,709
(25,405)
-
922
-
454
9,348
(7,181)
-
10,644
52,473
(20,440)
133,492
(46,385)		 At
31.3.22
£
55,074
-
60
360
122
17,304
922
454
2,167
10,644
32,033
87,107 
Comparative net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows:
Incoming Resources Movement
resources expended in funds
£ £ £
Unrestricted funds
General fund 86,593 (112,538) (25,945)
Restricted funds
3VA - Food - (416) (416)
ABCD - Rory Quigley 2,500 (2,440) 60
ABCD Fund - (CGL) Fishing 500 (140) 360
Awards for All 10,000 (9,878) 122
CGL 110,604 (136,009) (25,405)
Devonshire West Local 1,000 (1,000) -
Hastings Big Local 1,066 (144) 922
John Jackson 2,000 (1,546) 454
Mind - (7,181) (7,181)
Sussex Community Foundation 25,000 (14,356) 10,644
152,670 (173,110) (20,440)
TOTAL FUNDS 239,263 (285,648) (46,385)

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - continued FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2023

11. RELATED PARTY DISCLOSURES

There were no related party transactions for the year ended 31 March 2023.

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