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Charity Registration Number 1201461 (England & Wales)
UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2025
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
COMPANY INFORMATION
TRUSTEES
Antonio Redondo Antonia Ragel Meury Febres VOLUNTEERS Antonio Redondo (Director) Nelly Mosquera (Sub-Director) Mirta Osorio Mayte Daza Fiorella Ramirez Ysla Antonia Ragel Meury Febres
Trustee and Volunteer who passed away since the integration of Una Voz de Ayuda. Angeles Ramirez Montelongo (RIP)
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Contents of the Financial Statements for the Year Ended 30 April 2025
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| Report of the Trustees | 4 to 6 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 7 |
| Statement of Financial Position | 8 to 9 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 10 to 12 |
| Detailed Statement of Financial Activities | 13 to 14 |
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Trustee’s Annual Report for the Financial Period 01 May 2024-30 April 2025.
The trustees and volunteers who are directors of the organisation present their report and audited financial statements for the Financial Period 01 May 2024-30 April 2025.
The trustees Constitution of a Charitable Incorporated Organisation whose only voting members are its charity trustees and the Foundation model constitution was dated, last on 13 December 2022 and submitted to the charity commission in Dec 2022, reviewed within the trustee Jan 2026 and previous constitution it is still up to date.
Structure, governance and management
Una Voz de Ayuda (UVA) [A Voice of Support] is a registered charity and organisation run by volunteers registered Charity Incorporated Organisation under the number 1201461.
The trustees and volunteers at present are members of the Management Committee.
All new staff, volunteers and members of the management committee must go through an induction process at the start of their work with Una Voz de Ayuda (UVA) [A Voice of Support]. This process aims to familiarise them with aims, objectives and structures of the organisation, and understand the policies and procedures which are likely to be relevant to their work
Una Voz de Ayuda is governed by a board of trustees and volunteers who oversee the charity’s strategic direction and financial management. The board meets regularly to discuss operations, compliance, long-term planning, monitoring risks and budget. As part of its work the committee approves the charity’s business plan, annual work programmes, annual budget, day-to-day operations, volunteering management and operational decisions are delegated to the committee who receive supervision from the Director and sub-director.
The main activity of the organisation is general support in the emotional health and wellbeing for the Spanish speaking community in the UK.
The trustees and volunteers reviewed the health and safety policy on 31 Jan 2025 and at various meetings throughout the year examine likely risks of constitutional, financial, governance, management, operations, fundraising, external influences, health and safety and agreed measures to reduce and mitigate the risks.
Objectives and Activities
The purpose, aims, objectives and mission of Una Voz de Ayuda are to provide services to the Spanish speaking community in London- The UK which main drive is to work in the prevention of psychological crisis and the promotion of emotional and mental wellbeing to the Spanish speaking community in the UK in order to support and empower Latin American migrants in the UK by providing essential services such as workshops and active listening though the telephone line that people can contact to talk when having emotional crisis, cultural programs, and communitybuilding activities.
The trustees have received briefing and online training to ensure that the work Una Voz de Ayuda adheres to the Charity Commission’s guidance on “Charities and Public Benefit and strictly furthers Una Voz de Ayuda’s charitable purposes for public benefit. The trustees considered the restrictions to benefit a section of the public, based on language spoken (Spanish) to strictly fall within our charitable objects. No other restrictions apply in terms of access to facilities, degree of need or any other factors.
Una Voz de Ayuda’s committee is responsible for safeguarding the assets of the organisation and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and irregularities.
Who Used and Benefited from Our Services?
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Latin Americans and Spanish people form a significant portion of the migrant community in the UK, facing challenges related to adaptation, economic instability, and emotional well-being. The beneficiaries of Una Voz de Ayuda’s services are predominantly Spanish-speaking people living in London/ UK as well as migrants from countries such as Colombia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Spain, Peru, Bolivia with a significant number experiencing financial hardship and social isolation. Future endeavors will include supporting English Speakers.
Una Voz de Ayuda operates for the benefit of Spanish speaking migrants, ensuring their cultural heritage and emotional well-being are preserved and supported. All activities align with UK charity regulations and are designed to make a positive community impact.
Many of our service users work in low-paid, precarious jobs, including cleaning, hospitality, and caregiving, often under exploitative conditions.
A large percentage of beneficiaries face housing insecurity, sharing overcrowded accommodations or dealing with unsafe living conditions.
Emotional well-being is a key area of concern, with many experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression due to migration challenges and past trauma.
Language barriers prevent access to essential services, with a significant portion of beneficiaries requiring interpretation assistance.
Women, particularly single mothers, form a substantial part of our beneficiaries, needing support in parenting, domestic abuse recovery, and financial independence.
By offering tailored emotional support workshops, cultural activities, and direct assistance, Una Voz de Ayuda plays a vital role in strengthening the resilience of Latin American migrants and fostering a sense of belonging within the UK community.
Achievements and Performance
Despite financial challenges, Una Voz de Ayuda successfully delivered:
Workshops for participants:
-Self-esteem for migrant started 7[th] May 2024 (8 weeks) Workshop with 15 participants.
-Understanding the process of bereavement and grief.
2[nd] July 2024 (8 weeks) Workshop with 11 participants.
-Emotional intelligence 4[th] September 2024 (12 weeks) Workshop of 17 participants.
-Resilience 7[th] January 2025 (8 weeks)
Workshop of 8 participants.
-Learn how to live with a long-term disease or illnesses 7[th] March 2025 (8 weeks) Workshop of 20 participants
- “Colombia Nos Une funding ” for Colombians and other migrants in London provided funding towards CIMARRON FESTIVAL in conjunction with Una Voz de Ayuda/ Latin
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American Community Choir/Cimarron/Conjunto Sabroso
-Music workshop Guasa and Pacific singing 24[th] October 2024
-Dancing workshop Currulao 29[th] October 2024
-Workshop: “How to strengthen and reinforce self-esteem as a migrant in London” 09[th] December 2024 (7 weeks)
-Master Class of Songs and Rhythms of the Colombian Caribbean with Angélica López and her group 09[th] December 2024.
-Recording songs by the Latin American Choir in London (various dates between October 2024-December 2024)
Workshops for Trustees and volunteers:
- Update on Active listening while answering the telephone line 5th June 2024 (9 weeks), previous update/debriefing April 2024
-Update Emotional support/assistant/ listeners 5[th] February 2025 (10 weeks)
Community feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with participants expressing how these activities helped them feel connected to their roots, very useful, life changing and they feel emotionally supported in their migration journey.
These activities directly contribute to our goal of preserving Latin American culture and supporting emotional wellbeing in the diaspora community.
Challenges and Lessons Learned
Because we are limited to supporting the Spanish Speaking community in the UK; founding has been very challenging and minimal to receive. We did manage to get from the Colombian Consulate in London from the program “Colombia nos une” a small founding in 2024-2025
Underfunding of Emotional Well-being and Cultural Initiatives: Mental health and cultural preservation often receive insufficient financial support, despite their crucial role in migrant adaptation and well-being. Without mental health support, individuals struggle to function effectively in society.
Delayed Funding Impact: The delay in receiving funds resulted in financial strain, limiting the scope of activities.
Plans.
In the upcoming year, Una Voz de Ayuda aims to:
Expand the different workshops to reach more participants, including workshops such as stress management, knowing yourself, meaning of life, management of your emotions. effective communication as well as integrating activities like working in conjunction with the Latin community choir, art therapy, and cine forum. Secure more sustainable funding sources to support our programs. Strengthen partnerships with other organizations to maximize impact.
on behalf of the board of trustees
Meury Febres Trustee 22-02-2026
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 30 April 2025
| Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 30 April 2025 |
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 30 April 2025 |
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 30 April 2025 |
Statement of Financial Activities for the Year Ended 30 April 2025 |
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| INCOMING RESOURCES Incoming resources from generated funds Voluntary income Investment income Total incoming resources RESOURCES EXPENDED Other resources expended 3774 - NET INCOMING RESOURCES 142 - RECONCILIATION OF FUNDS Total funds brought forward 222 - TOTAL FUNDS CARRIED FORWARD 364 - Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Notes £ £ 2 3916 - 3 - - 3916 - |
30.4.25 | |||
| Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Notes £ £ 2 3916 - 3 - - 3916 - |
Total funds £ 3916 - 3916 |
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| 3774 142 222 364 |
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3774 142 222 364 |
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Statement of the Financial Position
| At 30 April 2025 Unrestricted Restricted funds funds Notes £ £ CURRENT ASSETS Debtors 7 - - Cash at bank 364 - 364 - CREDITORS Amounts falling due within one year 8 - - NET CURRENT ASSETS 364 - TOTAL ASSETS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIES 364 NET ASSETS 364 - FUNDS 9 Unrestricted funds: Unrestricted 364 - Restricted funds: Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 364 |
30.4.25 Total funds £ - 364 364 - 364 364 364 364 - 364 |
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Balance Sheet - continued At 30 April 2025
The charitable company is entitled to exemption from audit under Section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 for the year ended 30 April 2025.
The members have not required the charitable company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year ended 30 April 2025 in accordance with Section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies ’ regime.
The financial statements were approved by the Board of Trustees on 22-02-2026 and were signed on its behalf by:
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Meury Febres
Trustees
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the Year Ended 30 April 2025
1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Company Information
Una Voz De Ayuda (Voice of Support) I a charity registered with the Register of Charities (England & Wales). The registered office is 20 Hollywood Road, London, E4 8JE
Accounting convention
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's Memorandum and Articles of Association, the Companies Act 2006 and "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 charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.
The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities applying FRS 102 Update Bulletin 1 not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included on the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
Resources expended
Expenditure is accounted for on a cash basis and has been classified under headings that aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular headings they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less deprecation. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost of fixed assets, less their estimated residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following bases:
Computer equipment 25% Straight Line Basis F F & Equipment 25% Straight Line Basis
Taxation
The charity is exempt from corporation tax on its charitable activities.
Fund accounting
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity. Restrictions arise 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.
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2. VOLUNTARY INCOME
| Donations Membership Fees Funds Received (Columbian Consulate) Other Income UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT) Notes to the Financial Statements-continued for the Year Ended 30 April 2025 3. INVESTMENT INCOME Deposit account interest |
30.4.25 £ 237 584 2775 340 3916 30.4.25 £ - |
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4. TRUSTEES' REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS
There were no trustees' remuneration or other benefits for the year ended 30 April 2025
Trustees' Expenses
There were no trustees' expenses paid for the year ended 30 April 2025
5. STAFF COSTS
| 5. | STAFF COSTS | |
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| 30.04.25 | ||
| £ | ||
| Wages and salaries | - | |
| 30.04.25 | ||
| £ | ||
| 6. | TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS | - |
| 7. DEBTORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Other debtors 8. CREDITORS: AMOUNTS FALLING DUE WITHIN ONE YEAR Trade creditors Taxation and social security Other creditors |
30.4.25 £ - 30.4.25 £ - - - |
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| - |
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Notes to the Financial Statements - continued
for the Year Ended 30 April 2025
9. MOVEMENT IN FUNDS
| At 01.05.24 Net movement in funds At 30.4.25 £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 222 164 364 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 3916 3774 142 - - - - - - 222 142 364 3916 3774 142 |
At 01.05.24 Net movement in funds At 30.4.25 £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 222 164 364 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 3916 3774 142 - - - - - - 222 142 364 3916 3774 142 |
At 01.05.24 Net movement in funds At 30.4.25 £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 222 164 364 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 3916 3774 142 - - - - - - 222 142 364 3916 3774 142 |
At 01.05.24 Net movement in funds At 30.4.25 £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 222 164 364 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 3916 3774 142 - - - - - - 222 142 364 3916 3774 142 |
At 01.05.24 Net movement in funds At 30.4.25 £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 222 164 364 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 3916 3774 142 - - - - - - 222 142 364 3916 3774 142 |
At 01.05.24 Net movement in funds At 30.4.25 £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 222 164 364 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 3916 3774 142 - - - - - - 222 142 364 3916 3774 142 |
At 01.05.24 Net movement in funds At 30.4.25 £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 222 164 364 Net movement in funds, included in the above are as follows: Incoming resources Resources expended Movement in funds £ £ £ Unrestricted funds Unrestricted Restricted funds Restricted TOTAL FUNDS 3916 3774 142 - - - - - - 222 142 364 3916 3774 142 |
30.4.25 £ |
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| 222 | 142 | 364 | |||||
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| 3916 | 3774 | 142 | |||||
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| 3774 | 142 |
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NA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities
for the Year Ended 30 April 2025
| INCOMING RESOURCES Voluntary income Donations Membership Fees Funds Received (Columbian Consulate) Other Income RESOURCES EXPENDED - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Investment income Deposit account interest Total incoming resources Other resources expended Wages Supervision & Assessments Counsellor Finance & Admin support Room & Facility hire/ Workshops Print, Post & Stationery Materials & Equipment Telephone Advertisement & Recruitment Computer Software Computer Equipment Website Development Sundry Travel & Accommodation Training Bank Charges MC Expenses Staff & Volunteer expenses Books & Research Subscription Rent & Rates Cleaning/maintenance Audit Fees Insurance Accountancy Fees Catering Exp Total resources expended |
30.4.25 30.4.24 £ £ 237 222 584 - 2755 - 340 - 3916 222 ~~--~~ 222 - 3916 - - - - 2627 29 - 129 - - - 189 - - - - - - - - - - - - 800 - 3774 |
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UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (VOICE OF SUPPORT)
Detailed Statement of Financial Activities - continued for the Year Ended 30 April 2025
Net income
| 30.4.25 |
30.4.24 |
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| £ | |
| 142 | 222 |
No (if any) UNA VOZ DE AYUDA (A VOICE OF SUPPORT) CE031055 Receipts and payments accounts CC16a For the period Period start date Period end date To from 01/05/2024 30/04/2025
Section A Receipts and payments
| A1 Receipts | Unrestricted funds to the nearest £ 237 584 2,755 340 - - - - 3,916 - - - 3,916 2,627 29 129 189 800 - - - - 3,774 - - - 3,774 142 - - 142 |
Restricted funds to the nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - |
Endowment funds to the nearest £ |
Total funds to the nearest £ 237 584 2,755 340 - - - - 3,916 - - - 3,916 2,627 29 129 189 800 - - - - 3,774 - - - 3,774 142 |
Total funds to the nearest £ 237 584 2,755 340 - - - - 3,916 - - - 3,916 2,627 29 129 189 800 - - - - 3,774 - - - 3,774 142 |
Last year to the nearest £ |
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| DONATIONS | 237 | - - - - - - - - - |
237 | - | ||
| MEMBERSHIP FEES | 584 | 584 | 222 | |||
| FUNDS RECEIVED | 2,755 | 2,755 | - | |||
| OTHER INCOME | 340 | 340 | - | |||
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| - | - | - | ||||
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| Sub total(Gross income for AR) |
3,916 | 3,916 | 222 | |||
| A2 Asset and investment sales, (see table). |
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| Sub total | - | - | - | |||
| Total receipts A3 Payments |
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| - | 3,916 | 222 | ||||
| WORKSHOP COSTS | 2,627 | - - - - - - - - - - |
2,627 | - | ||
| OFFICE SUPPLIES | 29 | 29 | - | |||
| TELEPHONE COSTS | 129 | 129 | - | |||
| WEBSITE EXPENSES | 189 | 189 | - | |||
| PROFESSIONAL FEES | 800 | 800 | - | |||
| - | - | - | ||||
| - | - | - | ||||
| - | - | - | ||||
| - | - | - | ||||
| **Sub total ** | 3,774 | 3,774 | - | |||
| A4 Asset and investment purchases, (see table) |
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| - | - - - |
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| - | - | |||||
| **Sub total ** | - | - | - | |||
| Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) A5 Transfers between funds A6 Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
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| - | 3,774 | - | ||||
| 142 | - | - | 142 |
222 | ||
| - | - | - - |
- | - | ||
| - | - | - | - | |||
| 142 | - | - | 142 | 222 |
CCXX R1 accounts (SS)
26/02/2026
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| Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | Section B Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the period | |
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| Categories Signed by the chair on behalf of all the trustees B1 Cash funds B2 Other monetary assets B4 Assets retained for the charity’s own use B5 Liabilities B3 Investment assets |
Signature Details Details PUBLIC FUNS Details Details Total cash funds (agree balances with receipts and payments account(s)) Details |
Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ 142 - - - - - 142 - OK OK Unrestricted funds Restricted funds to nearest £ to nearest £ - - - - - - - - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - Fund to which asset belongs Cost (optional) - - - - - - - - - Fund to which liability relates Amount due (optional) - - - - - Print Name MEURY FEBRES |
Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| OK | |||
| Endowment funds to nearest £ |
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| Current value (optional) |
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| Date of approval |
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| MEURY FEBRES | 22/02/2026 | ||
CCXX R2 accounts (SS)
26/02/2026
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