## **NOTES OF THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER ON THE ACCOUNTS OF THE FRIENDS OF THE MARIAN FRANCISCANS FOR PERIOD 1 JANUARY TO 31 DECEMBER 2023** 

## Examiner’s Methodology 

The Independent Examiner checked the ledger against the bank statements and a selection of receipts. Background checks were also conducted on the UK Gov Charity Commission Website to confirm the authenticity of the charity. 

## Examiner’s Observations 

1. The Bookkeeper is to be commended for presenting the transactions in a simple and understandable format, which has made the Examiner’s task easy to execute. 



## **REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT EXAMINER TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE FRIENDS OF THE MARIAN FRANCISCANS** 

I have examined the accounts for the period 1 January to 31 December 2023 as submitted by the Treasurer. 

I have received satisfactory explanations to my queries and in my opinion the accounts are in accordance with the books of account and represent a true and fair view of the position at the end of the accounting period. 

Signature: 


Name: Cdr Ian M Crabtree KSG RN (Rtd) 

Date: 30 September 2024