GLADCA SERVICES CIO Trustees Report and Accounts For the year ended 31" March 2025 Charity number 1196708
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Contents Reference and Admlnlstratlve information Trustees Report Independent Examiners report Statement of Financial Artivities Balance Sheet io Notes to the Accounts li
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Reference and Admlnistrative informatlon Charity re8lStration number 1196708 Trustees Dr Mohammad Nawaz (Chairl Shabir Akhtar (TreaSurI Snieguole Maliavskaja Israr Khan Jawaid Khèn Salman Khan Farhad Mousavi Anamika Ghosh Mohammad Afzal Mohammed Jamil Joint Chief Executive Officers Mohèmrlled Choudhary Yasmin Ilahi Principal Address Gladstone House 316- 318 Gladstone Street Peterborough PE22BX Independent Examiner Mark Ray AAC Accountant5 Ltd Rycroft School Road Broughton Cambridgeshire PE28 3AT Bankers HSBC UK Cèthedral Square Peterborough PEI IXL
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Trustees Report Forthe year ended 31, March 2025 The Trustees present their report and th@ independently examined financlal statements of the charity for the year ended 31st March 2025. The trustees have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice1SORPI "Accounting and Reporting by Charities" IFRS 1021 in preparing the 3nnu31 report and financial staternents of the charity. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in notes to the accounts and comply with th8 charity's governing document, the Charities Act 2011 and Accounting and Reporting by Charities.. Statemerbt of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities / Financial Reporting Siandard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland published on 16 July 2014 las amended by Update Bulletin I published on 2 February 20161- Structure, governance and management The organisatlon Is a charitable incorporated Drganisation governed by a constitution adopted 22nd November 2021. The trustees who Served during the year were: Shabir Akhtar Gillian Beasley- appointed July 2024 and resigned May 2025 Snieguole Maliavskaja appointed July 2024 Dr Mohammad Nawaz Karen Igho- resigned Novernber 2024 Israr Khan- appointed June 2024 Salman Khan- appointed June 2024 Jawaid Khan Farhad Mousavi Anavnika Ghosh Mohammad Aftal Mohammed Jamil Mohammed Yousaf - resigned April 2025 None of the Trustees has any beneficial interest in the charity. The Trustees are responsible for the recruitment and appointment of the Trustees Board. The Trustees delegate the day to day management of the charity to GLADCA SeNices CIO management.
GiADCA SERVICES CIO Trustees Report continued Forthe year ended 31st March 2025 Objective5 of the charity The objectives of the charity are to promote the social welfare of the inhabitants of the Gladstone District and any individual working and living within the administrative area of Peterborough City Council, or living Outside that administrative area but wishing to avail himself or herself of the benefit of or to access the services offered by GLADCA Services. Activltles, Achievements and Performance of the yéar under review This year, GLADCA Services has continued to grow and evolve in response to the needs of our community. In addition to our core education, health, and immigration services, we have introduced new initiatives that promote inclusion, wellbeing, and practical support. Community Sports and Engagement We successfully launched a series of community sports artivities, including our first-ever GLADCA CrAcket Tournoment, which drew wide participation and enthusiasm from diverse local groups. The event was a major success, strengthening social cohesion, encouraging physical activity, and showcasing the positive impact of inclusive sports. Due to overwhelming interest, we are planning to expand our sports offering5 in the coming year, with a focus on building regular, accessible recreational opportunities for all ages. Expanslon of Immigration Services Our fee-based immigration service has seen sign5ficant growth. We have expanded this department by bringing in additional qualified IAA-registered advisors, allowing us to meet the rising demand for complex immigration support. This expansion has enabled us to reduce waiting times, offer more tailored consultations, and generate additional income to reinvest in charitable activities. New Welfare Benefits Support Service In direct response to comm unity feedback and increasing need, we have introduced a new welfare benefits advice service. This offers crucial support to individuals and families navigating the benefit5 System, helping them to understand entitlements. complete applications, and appeal decisions. The service has already proven to be vital in preventing hardship and improving financial stability for many in our community. These new developments demonstrate GLADCA Service's ongoing commitment to adapting our services to Meet real needs, building on our strong community relationships and ensuring our support remain5 relevant, inclusive. and impactful. Public benefit statement The trustees confirm they have met their obligations relating to public benefit, as detailed above in "Activities, Achievements and Performance of the year under review"
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Trustees Report continued For the year ended 31, March 2025 Financial revlew for the year In the year to 31" March 2025 there wa5 a surplus of £7,041. We are extremely grateful to all of the organisations that have sUPPOrted our work during 24125 and the surplus for the year wi51 be invested into services in 25126 to enable them to continue. At the end of the year the reserves stood at £7,041. Reserves pollcy The trustees, aim is that the reseNe5 of the charity represent at least 3 months operating costs. Plans for the fulure (including prfnclpal risks, uncertalnties, and development and plans) Looking ahead, GLADCA Services is planning a focused and ambitious programme of development to build on this yearfs achievements. Following the overwhelming success of our first cricket tournament and increasing demand for community 5POrts. we aim to establish a structured programme of regular sporting activities to promote health, social inclusion, and youth engagement. In parallel, we will continue to strengthèn Dur immigration and welfare support by upskilling our existing team of quallfied advisors, who will now also deliver welfare benefits advice alongside immigration services. This integrated approach will allow us to meet growing community needs more eff iciently. We will also enhance our outreach work to ensure our services are delivered directly where communities are based. improving accessibility and engagement. To support these expandlng efforts, we will focus on strengthening the chariws financial 5UStainability by increasing revenue from fee-based services, applying for multi-year grant funding, and building stronger partnerships across the public and voluntary sectors. The transition to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation ICIOI strengthens our governance and opens access to wider funding streams essential for long-term development. However, we remain mindful of several risks and uncertainties, including rising service demand, limited staffing capacity, and competition for funding. Through strategic plannlng, proactive fundraising, and ongoing service evaluation, the tiustees are confident in GLADCA SeNices ability to meet these challenges. With a strong foundation, a dedicated team, 2nd deep-rooted community trust, we are well-positioned to continue delivering inclusive, impactful support to those who need it most.
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Trustees Report contlnued Forthe year ended 31st March 2025 Disc105ure of information to the Independent Examiners We, the trustees of the charity who held office at fhe date of approval of these Finantial Statements as set out above each tonfirm. so far as we are aware, that.. there is no relevant information of which the independent examiners are unaware,. and we have taken all thè steps that we ought to have taken as trustees in order to make ourselves aware of any relevant information and to establish that the independent examiners are aware of that information. Signed on behalf of the board of Trustees on 18" lune 2025 Trustee
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Independent Examiners report To the members of GLADCA SERVICES CIO. For the year ended 31" March 2025 I report on the accounts of the Association for the year ended 31st March 2025 which are set out on pages 8 to 18. Respective responslbllities of trustees and examlner The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity'5 trustees onsider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act) and that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to.. l. examine the accounts under section 145 of the Act 2. to follow the procedures laid down in the general direction5 Eiven by the commission under section1451Sllbl of the Act. 3. to state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of examiner's report My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Direction% given by the Charity Commi55i0n. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It algo includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts. and seeking explanation from you as trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be requir@d in an audit. and consequently no opinion Is given as to whether the account5 present a 'true and fair view, and the report is limited to those matters set out in the next statement. Independent examinerfs statement In connection with my examinatioll, no matter has come to my attention.. N¥hich gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirement5 to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the Act and to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and to comply with the accounting requirements of the Art have not been met, or 2. to which, in my opinion, attention should be ctrawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Mark Ray, FFA / FIPA. AAC Accountants Ltd, Rycroft, School Road, Broughton, Huntingdon, PE28 3AT Date: 18, June 2025
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Statement of Flnancial Artivities For the year ended 31" March 2024 Incomlng Resources Note Unrestricted 1£) i Restrlcted 1£) Total 1£) Prlor Year (£1 Income from Charitable Activities Investments Total 15.761 15,761 6,120 15,761 15,761 6,120 Resources Expended EXerl(lItUre on Raising Funds Charitable Activities Total 8,720 8,720 8,720 8,720 6,120 6,120 Net income/ (expenditure) 16 7.041 7.041 Transfer between funds 16 Net movement in funds 16 7,041 7,041 Reconciliation of funds Brought forw3rd Carried forward 16 16 7,041 1 7.041
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Balance Sheet For the year ended 31$1 March 2025 Note Unrestricted (£1 Restricted (£1 Total 1£) Prior Year 1£) Fixed assets Tangible assets li Current a55ets Debtors Cash in hand and at bank 12 6,426 2,939 9,365 6,426 4,439 10.865 1,500 1 1,500 3,358 1 Creditors falling due in one year 13 2,324 1,500 3,824 3,358 Net current assets 7,041 7,041 Creditors falling due over one year 14 Total net assets 7,041 7,041 Total funds 16 7,041 7,041 The trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirernent5 of the Charities Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts. These financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board on 18 lune 2025 Signed on behalf of the trustees (Trusteel NJ(L DKI-I The notes on pages 11 to 19 form part of these financial statements. io
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts 5t For the year ended 31 March 2025 l. Summary of slgnlficant accounting policie5 a. Basis of accounting These accounts have been prepared on 3 going concern basis under historical cost convention with items recognised at cost or transartion values unless otherwise stated. They have been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice.. Accounting and Reporting by charities. They have been presented in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. The significant accounting policies are set out below and they have been applied consistently to both year5. b. Funds Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity and which have not been designated for other purposes. Restricted funds are funds which are to be used ill accordance with specific restrictions imposèd by donors or which have been raised by the charity for particular purposes. The cost of raising and administerirbg such funds are charged against the Specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements. There are no designated funds or endowment funds. Income recognltlon Incoming resources are included in the Statement of Financial Activities wF7en the charity is legally entitled to the income- after performance criteria have been met,. that it is more likely than not that the income will be Teceived,. a nd the monetary value can be reliably measured. There has been no offsetting- no donations of any type were received; no government grants were received,. and no legacies were received. The value of seNices provided by volunteers has not been incorporated into these financial stotements. Investment income Is only interest on b3nk accounts li
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Note5 tothe accounts continued For the year ended 31. March 2025 Expenditure recognition All expenditure Ss accountèd for on an atcruals basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all costs related to the category. Expenditure is recognised where there 15 a legal or constructive obligation to make payment5 to third parties, it is probable that the settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Irrecoverable VAT is charged as an expense against the activity for which expenditure arose. No grants are payable to third parties. Support Costs Support costs are those that assist the work of the charity but do not directly represent charitable activities and include office costs, administrative and payroll costs. They are incurred directly in support of expenditure on thè objects of the charity. Where support costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headlngs they have been allocated to expenditure on charitable actlvities on a basis conslstent with amount of income. f. Govern3nce costs Governance costs comprise all costs involving public accountability of the charity and its compliance wlth regulation and good practice. g. Costs of ralsing fund5 The cost of raising funds includgs all expenditure incurred by the charity to raise funds for its charitable purpose5. h. Tanglble fixed a55ets Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost or valuation less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation is provided on all tangible assets, except freehold property, at rates calculated to write off the cost, less estimated residual value, over its expetted useful life as follows.. Equipment, computers, fixture5 and fitting5 between 20Yo and 50% per annum on a straight-line basis. 12
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts contlnued For the year ended 31" March 2025 Cash at bank Cash at bank is highly liquid funds with access such that cornmitment5 can be met as they fall due. Debtors and creditors receivable and payable within one year Debtors and creditors with no stated interest rate and receivable or payable within one year are recorded at transaction price. Any losses arising from impairment are recognised in expenditure. k. Leases There are no finance leases. Rentals payable under operating leases are charged to the SOFA on a straight line basis over the period of the lease. Pensions The charity operates a defined contribution plan for the benefit of its employees. Contributions are expensed as they become payable. m. Tax The charity is exempt from taxation. n. Judgements and key sourcès of estimation uncertainty No material judgements have been made in the proce55 of applying the above accounting policies that h3ve significant effect on amounts recognised in the financial statements, or that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year. 13
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts contlnued For the year ended 31. March 2025 2. Analysls of Income Note Llnrestricted 1£) Restricted 1£) Total (£1 Prior Year 1£) Charitable Activities: TrBining & edutation Immigration Community Support Room Hire Support Costs Total 5,263 5,298 5,200 5,263 5,298 5,200 6,120 6,120 15,761 15,761 Note Unrestricted (£1 Restricted 1£) Total 1£) Prior Yèar 1£) Investments Bar7k deposit interest Total Total 15,761 15,761 6,120 3. Analysls of expenditure Note Unrestricted 1£) Restricted 1£) Total (£1 Prior Year 1£) Raising funds Consultants Total Note Unrestricted (£1 Restricted l£} Total 1£) Prior Year 1£) Charitable arti¥ities . Training & education Immigration Community Support Support Costs Total 2,424 5,906 390 8,720 2,424 5,906 390 8,720 6,120 6,120 1 Total 8,720 8,720 6,120 14
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts continued Fortheyear ended 31st March 2025 Further analysis of expenditure on charitable activities Note Training / Education Community Support Support Cost5 Last Immigration Total year Salary and on costs Non salary service provision costs General Administration Property Governance Support Costs reallocated Total 2,424 5,906 8,330 150 150 240 240 120 6,000 2,424 5,906 390 8,720 6,120 4. Allocation of Support Costs Support costs have been allocated to the unrestricted activities based on income. 5. Governance costs These are the cost of the Independent Examination per note 6 6. Independent Examiners costs This year 240 Last year 120 Independent Examination Other seNices Total paid to Independent Examiner 7. Trustees. and key management personnel remuneration and expense5 The total amount of employee remuneration received by key management personnel was £0 12024 £01 No @mployees received any benefits in kind. The trustees neither received nor waived any remuneration during the year. The trustee5 were not reimbursed any expenses. 15
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts contlnued For the year ended 31st March 2025 8. Staff costs and employee benefits This year Last year Salaries and wages Employers National Insurance costs Pension costs Total staff costs No employee in either year received any other benefits No employee received total employee benefits (excluding employer pension c051sl for the reporting period of more than É60,000. 9. Average headcount This year Last Year The average monthly number of employees durtng the year was: 10. Pen51on The charity does nDt employ any staff. 16
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts continued For the year ended 31st March 2025 11. Tangible fixed assets Freehold buildings Flxtures and equipment Total Cost or valuation At I, April 2024 Additions Disposals At 31" March 2025 Depreciation At I" April 2024 Charge for the On disp05315 At 31" March 2025 ear N@t book value At 31" March 2025 At 31" March 2024 12. Debtors due within one year This year Last year Trade debtors Accrued income for grant5 Prepayments I GLADCA Total 6,426 6,426 17
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts continued For the year ended 31$t March 2025 13. Creditor5 falling due withln one year This year 240 Last year 120 3,238 Trade and other creditors GLADCA Accruals and deferred income Totsl 3,584 3,824 3,358 14. Creditors falling due in more than one year None 15. Leases None 18
GLADCA SERVICES CIO Notes to the accounts continued For the year ended 31. March 2025 16. Fund reconciliation Balance at 31" March 2024 Bala nce at 31" March 2025 7,041 Gains/ Ilosse51 7,041 Income 15,761 Expenditure 8,720 Transfers Unrestricted Restricted Totsl Funds 15,761 8,720 7,041 7,041 17. Fund descriptions Unrestricted Funds- these are general funds b. Restricted Funds- there were fio funds that the Trustees considered to be restricted. 18. Related party transartions Mr Choudhary, the Chief Executive, is a directtsr of Sahara Community Care Services Ltd. This year Last year Sales to Sahara Community Care Services 19