Charity Registration Number : 1187801
WASTE NOT WANT NOT BATTERSEA
A CHARITABLE INCORPORATED ORGANISATION (CIO) TRUSTEES’ REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
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LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Oliver James Whitworth Smallwood Amy Merrigan Katrina Lynn-Lee Charleston Robert Dakin Robert George Musgrave MBE
Trustees Amy Merrigan Robert Dakin Charity Number 1187801 Registered Office 9-10 Bramlands Close London SW11 2NT Independent Examiner SJPR Accountants Ltd 225 Clapham Road London SW9 9BE
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CONTENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Trustees' Report
Independent Examiner's Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
Notes to the Financial Statements
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TRUSTEES' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
The trustees present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2025.
The Trustees, who are also directors for the purposes of company law, have pleasure in presenting their report and the financial statements for the charitable company for the year ended 31 March 2025.
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 the Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2019).
OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES
Objectives and aims
The trustees have considered the Charity Commision's guidance on public benefit, including the guidance 'public benefit: running a charity (PB2)'.
The objects of the CIO are for the public benefit:
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To prevent or relieve poverty in the area of Wandsworth, in particular by the provision of food and services to individuals who are in need, and to other charities or non-profit organisations working to prevent or relieve poverty.
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To contribute to the protection and preservation of the environment, in particular through the promotion of waste reduction, re-use, reclamation, recycling, use of recycled products and the use of surplus.
This report integrates the achievements and activities of Waste Not Want Not Battersea (WNWNB) for the year, along with significant environmental impact data drawn from our recent Eco Audit. The charity continues to focus on addressing food poverty while making strides in sustainability and environmental conservation.
Activities and Achievements
Founded in 2017, Waste Not Want Not Battersea (WNWNB) collects surplus produce from markets and retailers, distributing it through local community and youth centres. It prevents around 750-1000kg of food waste weekly, reaching those most at risk of food poverty.
Key activities this year included:
Food sharing sessions: 460 sessions, benefiting 45-60 individuals per session.
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Community Engagement: Organized events such as candle making workshops, bike repair initiatives, and gardening sessions for expelled children.
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Zero Waste Food Hub Renovation: Completed a year-long renovation of the community space, including a new public-access wet room.
Eco-Impact Highlights from the 2023/24 Eco Audit
Waste Not Want Not Battersea’s operations contribute significantly to environmental sustainability.
Key achievements include:
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CO2 Savings: A net reduction of 106.83 tons of CO2 emissions, saving over 22 times the emissions generated by its operations, equivalent to the energy usage of 222 homes annually.
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Food Recovery Impact: Prevented 193,915 servings of food from going to waste, including 21,684 servings of meat (67.51 tons CO2 saved), 172,231 vegetarian portions (27.12 tons CO2 saved), and 5,980 litres of milk (17.01 tons CO2 saved).
Recycling Rate: Achieved a 56% recycling rate, surpassing the national average by over a quarter.
Sustainability Goals
The charity is committed to expanding its environmental responsibility through:
- Transitioning to carbon-free heating systems. Exploring cargo bike solutions to replace diesel vans. Enhancing waste auditing and recycling practices.
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Investigating solar energy potential for operational efficiency.
Volunteers
We would like to take this opportunity to thank all more than 200 volunteers who have supported us so we cankeep continuing to provide a service of excellence to our society.
This report was approved by the trustees and signed on its behalf by:
Katrina Charleston
Katrina Lynn-Lee Charleston Trustees
Date : 23 January 2026
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees of Waste Not Want Not Battersea
I report to the Charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025 which consists of the statement of financial activities,balance sheet and the related notes
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity’s trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the Act')
I report in respect of my examination of the charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 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
The charity’s gross income exceeded £250,000 and I am qualified to undertake the examination by being a qualified member of
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination (other than that disclosed below *) which gives me cause to believe that in, any material respect:
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the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
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the accounts did 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.
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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.
Name: Sansao Rodrigues for and on behalf of SJPR Accountants Ltd
Date: 23 January 2026
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| Recommended categories by activity Notes Income and endowments from: Donations and legacies 2 Charitable activities 3 Other trading activities 4 Investments 5 Total Expenditure on: Raising funds 6 Charitable activities 7 Other 9 Total Net income/(expenditure) Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Total funds carried forward |
Unrestricted funds £ 3,253.24 500.00 4,954.74 674.52 9,382.50 18,130.30 16,318.26 19,089.92 53,538.49 (44,155.99) (44,155.99) 79,233.84 35,077.85 |
Restricted funds £ 33,058.55 - - - 33,058.55 9,076.68 8,431.07 - 17,507.75 15,550.80 15,550.80 30,997.51 46,548.31 |
Total Funds 2025 £ 36,311.79 500.00 4,954.74 674.52 42,441.05 27,206.98 24,749.34 19,089.92 71,046.24 (28,605.19) (28,605.19) 110,231.35 81,626.16 |
Total Funds 2024 £ 24,056.88 - 27,010.00 675.26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51,742.14 | ||||
| 44,744.49 29,491.73 3,122.28 |
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| 77,358.50 | ||||
| (25,616.36) | ||||
| (25,616.36) 135,847.71 |
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| 110,231.35 |
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BALANCE SHEET
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
| Recommended categories by activity Notes Fixed assets Tangible assets 10 Total fxed assets Current assets Debtors 11 Cash at bank and in hand 12 Total current assets Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 13 Net current assets/(liabilities) Total assets less current liabilities Total net assets Funds of the Charity Unrestricted funds 14 Restricted funds 14 Endowment funds 14 Total funds |
Unrestricted funds £ 21,204.65 21,204.65 1,000.00 15,618.20 16,618.20 2,745.00 13,873.20 35,077.85 35,077.85 35,077.85 35,077.85 |
Restricted funds £ - - - 46,548.31 46,548.31 - 46,548.31 46,548.31 46,548.31 46,548.31 46,548.31 |
Total Funds 2025 £ 21,204.65 21,204.65 1,000.00 62,166.51 63,166.51 2,745.00 60,421.51 81,626.16 81,626.16 35,077.85 46,548.31 - 81,626.16 |
Total Funds 2024 £ 8,434.17 8,434.17 12,150.00 92,351.83 104,501.83 2,800.00 101,701.83 110,136.00 |
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| 110,040.65 | ||||
| 79,233.84 30,997.51 - |
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| 110,231.35 |
The financial statements were approved by the trustees on 23 January 2026 and signed on its behalf by:
Katrina Lynn-Lee Charleston Trustees
Date : 23 January 2026
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
1. Accounting Policies
The principal accounting policies adopted by the Charity, which is a public benefit entity, in the preparation of the accounts are as follows.
1.1 Basis of preparation
These accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention, as modified by the inclusion of charitable properties and fixed asset investments and investment properties at valuation.
These accounts have been prepared in accordance with “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) - (Charities SORP (FRS 102)), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.
These accounts are presented in pounds sterling and rounded to the nearest pound.
1.2 Going concern
The Trustees have prepared financial projections, taking into consideration the current economic conditions and have, at the time of approving these accounts, a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus they continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the accounts.
1.3 Income from donations or grants
Income from donations and grants is recognised when the charity is entitled to the funds, the receipt is probable and the amount can be measured reliably. For donations, this is usually on receipt. For grants, this is usually when a formal o'er is made in writing. If a donation or grant contains terms and conditions outside of the charity’s control which must be met before the charity is entitled to the funds, or if the donor specifies that the funds must be used in future time periods, then the income is deferred.
1.4 Donated services and facilities
Donated services and facilities are included in the SOFA when received at the value of the gift to the charity provided the value of the gift can be measured reliably.
Donated services and facilities that are consumed immediately are recognised as income with an equivalent amount recognised as an expense under the appropriate heading in the SOFA.
1.5 Investment income
Dividends are included in the Statement of Financial Activities when they are declared at an amount which includes the tax credit recoverable from HM Revenue and Customs.
1.6 Other trading income
Other trading income from non-charitable sources is recognised over the period to which it relates, Any relating to future periods is deferred.
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1.7 Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised when a present legal or constructive obligation exists at the balance sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation, and the amount can be estimated reliably. It is inclusive of VAT which cannot be recovered.
Direct costs are those costs which directly attribute to its activities. Wages and salaries are allocated to direct costs based on an estimate of time spent on charitable activities by staff members.
Support costs include staff costs and are those which do not produce a direct output. Staff costs relate to specific activities and this is reflected in the allocation of payroll costs based on the percentage of time spent.
All costs, including governance costs, are allocated between the expenditure categories of the charity on a basis designed to reflect the use of the resource. Costs relating to a particular activity are charged directly; others are apportioned on an appropriate basis.
Support costs and overheads have been calculated by allocating staff time to the level of involvement in the various activities of the Charity.
1.8 Creditors
The charity has creditors which are measured at settlement amounts less any trade discounts.
1.9 Provisions for liabilities
A liability is measured on recognition at its historical cost and then subsequently measured at the best estimate of the amount required to settle the obligation at the reporting date.
1.10 Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets, such as land and buildings, plant, vehicles and equipment, are held to provide an on-going economic benefit to a charity through their contribution, directly or indirectly, to the provision of goods or services by the charity.
Tangible fixed assets, other than freehold land, are stated at cost or valuation less depreciation and any provision for impairment. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost or valuation of fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following basis:
| Name | Rate (%) | Year | Method |
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| Computer Equipment | 25% | 4Y | Straight line |
| Plant & Machinery | 20% | 5Y | Straight line |
| Fixtures & Fittings | 25% | 4Y | Straight line |
| Motor vehicles | 25% | 4Y | Straight line |
1.11 Debtors
Debtors (including trade debtors and loans receivable) are measured on initial recognition at settlement amount after any trade discounts or amount advanced by the charity. Subsequently, they are measured at the cash or other consideration expected to be received.
2. Income from Donations and Legacies
| Analysis Donation and gifts General grants provided by Government/other charities Total |
Unrestricted funds £ 3,253.24 - 3,253.24 |
Restricted funds £ - 33,058.55 33,058.55 |
Total funds 2025 £ 3,253.24 33,058.55 36,311.79 |
Total funds 2024 £ 24,056.88 - |
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| 24,056.88 |
3. Income from Charitable Activities
| Analysis Sale of service Total |
Unrestricted funds £ 500.00 500.00 |
Total funds 2025 £ 500.00 |
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| 500.00 |
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4. Income from Other Trading Activities
| Analysis Unrestricted funds £ Catering and Contractual Income 4,954.74 Total 4,954.74 5. Income from Investments Analysis Unrestricted funds £ Interest income 674.51 Other 0.01 Total 674.52 6. Expenditure on Raising Funds Analysis Unrestricted funds Restricted funds £ £ Advertising, marketing, direct mail and publicity 77.56 327.75 Rent collection, property repairs and maintenance charges 5,790.00 737.39 Staf costs - - Equipment expense 144.15 2,423.05 Food packaging - - Total 6,011.71 3,488.19 Support Costs 12,118.60 5,588.49 18,130.30 9,076.68 |
Total funds 2025 £ 4,954.74 4,954.74 Total funds 2025 £ 674.51 0.01 674.52 Total funds 2025 £ 405.31 6,527.39 - 2,567.20 - 9,499.90 17,707.08 27,206.98 |
Total funds 2024 £ 27,010.00 |
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| 27,010.00 | ||||
| Total funds 2024 £ 675.26 - |
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| 675.26 | ||||
| Total funds 2024 £ 890.89 19,834.22 3,216.00 893.54 1,592.80 26,427.45 18,317.04 |
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| 44,744.49 |
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7. Expenditure on Charitable Activities
| Analysis Printing and stationery Bank charges Protective equipment Volunteer expense Motor and travel expenses Additional Ingredients Composting Total Support Costs |
Unrestricted funds £ - 145.04 - 358.88 2,212.14 283.61 - 2,999.67 13,318.60 16,318.26 |
Restricted funds £ - - - 22.21 2,210.37 610.00 - 2,842.58 5,588.49 8,431.07 |
Total funds 2025 £ - 145.04 - 381.09 4,422.51 893.61 - 5,842.25 18,907.08 24,749.34 |
Total funds 2024 £ 1,087.78 395.79 39.99 187.38 3,404.96 1,465.18 3,352.81 9,933.89 19,557.84 |
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| 29,491.73 |
8. Support Costs
| Analysis Support Costs Cleaning Contractor Expenses Insurance Subscriptions Utilities Legal fees Governance Costs Accountants fees 9. Other Expenditure Analysis Depreciation Charge for the Year - Plant & Machinery Depreciation Charge for the Year - Motor Vehicles Depreciation Charge for the Year - Fixtures & Fittings Depreciation Charge for the Year - Computer Equipment Discounts given Total |
Unrestricted funds £ 830.40 2,391.06 1,033.80 679.92 14,154.74 19,089.92 |
Total funds 2025 £ - 22,730.00 5,306.96 940.83 6,436.38 - 1,200.00 |
Total funds 2024 £ 777.49 18,177.67 3,393.85 762.71 13,346.36 176.00 1,240.80 |
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| 36,614.17 37,874.88 |
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| Total funds 2025 £ 830.40 2,391.06 1,033.80 679.92 14,154.74 19,089.92 |
Total funds 2024 £ 813.73 1,000.00 1,033.80 274.75 - |
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| 3,122.28 |
9. Other Expenditure
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| 10. Tangible Fixed Assets Plant & Machinery Motor Vehicles Fixtures & Fittings £ £ £ 10.1 Cost or valuation At 01 April 2024 4,151.99 4,000.00 4,135.20 Additions - 13,188.00 - Disposals - - - Revaluations - - - Transfers - - - At 31 March 2025 4,151.99 17,188.00 4,135.20 10.2 Depreciation and impairments At 01 April 2024 1,811.86 1,333.33 1,119.95 Charge for the year 830.40 2,391.06 1,033.80 Disposals - - - Revaluations - - - Transfers - - - At 31 March 2025 2,642.26 3,724.39 2,153.75 10.3 Net book value At 01 April 2024 2,340.13 2,666.67 3,015.25 At 31 March 2025 1,509.73 13,463.61 1,981.45 11. Debtors: Amounts falling due within one year Total funds 2025 £ Trade debtors 1,000.00 Total 1,000.00 12. Cash at bank and in hand Total funds 2025 £ Barclays bank (1350) 27,699.52 Barclays savings account ( 34,466.99 Paypal - Total 62,166.51 13. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year Total funds 2025 £ Other creditors 2,745.00 Holdings - Spacemax (owed) - Total 2,745.00 |
10. Tangible Fixed Assets Plant & Machinery Motor Vehicles Fixtures & Fittings £ £ £ 10.1 Cost or valuation At 01 April 2024 4,151.99 4,000.00 4,135.20 Additions - 13,188.00 - Disposals - - - Revaluations - - - Transfers - - - At 31 March 2025 4,151.99 17,188.00 4,135.20 10.2 Depreciation and impairments At 01 April 2024 1,811.86 1,333.33 1,119.95 Charge for the year 830.40 2,391.06 1,033.80 Disposals - - - Revaluations - - - Transfers - - - At 31 March 2025 2,642.26 3,724.39 2,153.75 10.3 Net book value At 01 April 2024 2,340.13 2,666.67 3,015.25 At 31 March 2025 1,509.73 13,463.61 1,981.45 11. Debtors: Amounts falling due within one year Total funds 2025 £ Trade debtors 1,000.00 Total 1,000.00 12. Cash at bank and in hand Total funds 2025 £ Barclays bank (1350) 27,699.52 Barclays savings account ( 34,466.99 Paypal - Total 62,166.51 13. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year Total funds 2025 £ Other creditors 2,745.00 Holdings - Spacemax (owed) - Total 2,745.00 |
Motor Vehicles £ 4,000.00 13,188.00 - - - |
Fixtures & Fittings £ 4,135.20 - - - - |
Fixtures & Fittings £ 4,135.20 - - - - |
Computer Equipment £ 1,099.00 4,517.66 - - - 5,616.66 686.88 679.92 - - - 1,366.80 412.12 4,249.86 Total funds 2024 £ 12,150.00 12,150.00 Total funds 2024 £ 42,149.97 50,199.71 2.15 92,351.83 Total funds 2024 £ - 2,800.00 2,800.00 |
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| 4,151.99 | 17,188.00 | 4,135.20 | |||
| 1,333.33 2,391.06 - - - |
1,119.95 1,033.80 - - - |
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| 2,642.26 | 3,724.39 | 2,153.75 | |||
| 2,340.13 | 2,666.67 | 3,015.25 | |||
| 1,509.73 | 13,463.61 | 1,981.45 | |||
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14. Charity funds
14.1 Details of material funds held and movements during the CURRENT reporting period
| Fund names Fund balances brought forward Income Expenditure Transfers Gains and losses Fund balances carried forward £ £ £ £ £ £ Unrestricted funds 79,233.84 9,382.50 53,538.49 - - 35,077.85 Restricted funds 30,997.51 33,058.55 17,507.75 - - 46,548.31 Total 110,231.35 42,441.05 71,046.24 - - 81,626.16 14.2 Details of material funds held and movements during the PREVIOUS reporting period Fund names Fund balances brought forward Income Expenditure Transfers Gains and losses Fund balances carried forward £ £ £ £ £ £ Unrestricted funds 49,791.44 47,432.14 17,989.74 - - 79,233.84 Restricted funds 86,056.27 4,310.00 59,368.76 - - 30,997.51 Total 135,847.71 51,742.14 77,358.50 - - 110,231.35 |
Fund balances brought forward Income Expenditure Transfers Gains and losses Fund balances carried forward £ £ £ £ £ £ 79,233.84 9,382.50 53,538.49 - - 35,077.85 30,997.51 33,058.55 17,507.75 - - 46,548.31 |
Fund balances brought forward Income Expenditure Transfers Gains and losses Fund balances carried forward £ £ £ £ £ £ 79,233.84 9,382.50 53,538.49 - - 35,077.85 30,997.51 33,058.55 17,507.75 - - 46,548.31 |
Fund balances brought forward Income Expenditure Transfers Gains and losses Fund balances carried forward £ £ £ £ £ £ 79,233.84 9,382.50 53,538.49 - - 35,077.85 30,997.51 33,058.55 17,507.75 - - 46,548.31 |
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| 110,231.35 42,441.05 71,046.24 - |
- | 81,626.16 | |
| 135,847.71 51,742.14 77,358.50 - |
- | 110,231.35 |
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