## RSPCA Kent-Folkestone & District Branch Annual Report 2021 C/O Magee Gammon, Henwood House, Ashford TN24 8DH. Charity Number: 209580 ## OUR TRUSTEES FOR 2021 Nicholas Robbins (Chair) Katarina Kamasova (Treasurer) Resigned Jan 21 Clare McGill (Secretary) Andre Knuchel-Takano Charles Evans Linda Hicks Jeff Hicks Jane Makin Maclean Pam Ninham Jane Robbins Olivia Treadwell Martin Whybrow (Resigned May 2022) Brod Paul (Resigned August 2021) Accountants: Magee Gammon, Henwood House, Ashford TN24 8DH The charity is constituted as an unincorporated association and holds an AGM each year. Trustees are elected by the local RSPCA membership. The object of the charity is to promote kindness and good care and prevent or suppress cruelty to animals by all lawful means, in accordance with the policies of the Society. ## January ## AUDREY Our Animal Welfare Officer was able to assist a volunteer from another charity with the trapping of this cat, Audrey, that had been visiting the Holiday Inn, Folkestone. Audrey had escaped from the owner’s car during a house move and had been missing for over 3 months. They were delighted to have Audrey back after losing hope of ever seeing her again, and travelled through the night to come and get her. This month was also a good one for rabbit, Blue and Cat, Daisy, who were rehomed by RSPCA Folkestone this month. Happy endings all round! February Our Animal Welfare Officer, Lucy, has done lots of great work visiting schools to help educate children on animal welfare and the work of the RSPCA. Unfortunately, due to Covid restrictions, this has become more of a challenge. In February Lucy rose to that challenge by ‘attending’ Temple Ewell primary via Zoom. She was able to announce the winners of the Young Animal Welfare Competiton and congratulate them on their great efforts in creating their posters. GENERATION KIND The children enthusiastically asked Lucy about her role and daily tasks, so an all round great experience. ## March In the month of March RSPCA Folkestone Branch received 63 requests for assistance. 22 of these calls were for wildlife concerns consisting of: 8 foxes, 4 ducks, 3 gulls, 3 pigeons, a rabbit, seal, swan, parakeet, redwing and hedgehog. These included concerns for foxes with mange, orphaned ducklings, and requests for assistance with veterinary help. There were also 4 neglect/abuse cases reported this month. ## More in March WE ARE NOW CONTACTLESS! Our new ‘Square’ payment device arrived, was set up and registered to our bank account. Now when people would like to make a donation, but don’t have any cash, they can use their card. This keeps us up to date with technology and means that it’s easier to donate anywhere. ## April ## A WILD MONTH! In April we received 62 assistance requests, these included calls about fox cubs, fledglings and ducklings. ## FOXY LOXY Four of these calls were about foxes needing aid. One of them was this little fella who had got a bit lost. With help from our AWO he was released near the fox den to find mumma ## TOP TREATMENT As well as all that Lucy also helped with a seal, a buzzard, ferret, cats and budgies taking them for veterinary treatment or ongoing care at Mallydams, Our Hero! CHEEP CHEEP One of the 8 calls for birds was a Robin that had decided to check-into the Hythe Imperial Hotel and build her nest for this lucky baby. Our AWO was able to locate the nest and the manager kindly followed her advice, closing off the space until the fledgling was ready to leave. ## More in April ## THE ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT! Also this month our branch connected with The Litter Picking Watch Romney Marsh, a group that shares the same enthusiasm as our branch, to reduce litter for not only the environment but for wildlife too. We have our branch stickers on the new fishing litter bins which are being placed around the area, and are planning future collaborations to raise awareness and team-up for litter picking events. Our Animal Welfare Officer saw first-hand what can happen when chemicals are discharged into a pond or waterway. The environmental team were contacted and came out to test the water, but the damage was done, with over 60 dead fish. We were also called to a young deer trapped in a building site which wasn’t properly secured. ## May This month included concerns for overturned sheep, poisoning of foxes, and pigs kept in small enclosures. So lots of advice and cross-agency working, involving the National society and local farmers. ## June WE LOVE ALL ANIMALS, GREAT AND SMALL One of our most unusual calls to date was received in June after a packaging company discovered a box of live ants! They had been ‘tubed’ since at least January. The Veterinary Invertebrate Society, who is involved with a insect rescue, agreed to collect the ants and try to save as many as possible. They did well, and the rescued ants went to a Keeper at Longleat. THERE REALLY IS NO JOB TOO SMALL! ## July ## HAPPY ANNIVERSARY July marks RSPCA Folkestone branch - Animal Welfare Officer being in her role for 2 years. Happy Anniversary! With the support of the branch trustees, having Lucy working in our region has been a huge success. **The following figures show how vital our AWO is:** Responded to 1,039 calls Rehomed 38 cats and rabbits Carried out 31 school talks, reaching 1343 children ## MAISIE In July there was sadly a call to this abandoned cat Maisie. She was reported after being spotted sitting in her garden in the rain for days after her owners sold their house and left her behind. Luckily, Maisie had a happy ending when the new home owners agreed to adopt her. ## August One of many calls in August, was to a bird found completely covered in oil behind a fast-food restaurant in Cheriton. The young pigeon was unable to move his wings or any of his feathers as they were completely stuck together. He was taken to Abbeywell Vets for assessment, and after a week of daily baths, was recovering well. He was then transported to Mallydams to continue his treatment and recovery. YOU GO LITTLE MAN! ## September ## WELFARE ADVICE This September we were contacted, via Social Media, by a member of public concerned for a queen cat and her 7 kittens. The cat was being left outside for hours at a time, whilst nursing. They also had concerns that there were 3 other un-neutered and unvaccinated male cats in the home. We visited the property and welfare advice was given regarding providing a suitable environment for the mum and kittens, as well as discussing the importance of neutering and vaccination. Follow up checks and further advice, regarding dietary requirements, was given. We also organised the neutering of the males through their local Cats Protection branch. Working together to meet the needs of animals. ## October Social Services contacted RSPCA Folkestone this October requesting assistance for a family with a multi-cat household. The owner suffered with mental and physical health issues and had 35 indoor cats at a property in Folkestone. We were concerned for the welfare of not only the cats, but the family too, due to such a high number of cats, with health risks from parasites infections. The branch agreed to help with neutering and veterinary assistance, based on the cats being signed over for rehoming. During October we had 4 of the females neutered, 3 vet checked for skin conditions and 5 signed over to us. We then asked the Regional Board for ‘multi-cat funding’ as this was going to be a huge expense. Our aim was to have them all vet checked and neutered, and the owner to reduce the household to 6 cats. Welfare advice would be given and follow up checks by the Animal Welfare Officer to ensure the cats remain healthy, safe and happy. ## November SEAL OF APPROVAL! In November a call came in regarding a young grey seal pup on Sandgate beach, Folkestone. Although the pup looked a good weight, the redness around the mouth was concerning. After assessment it was decided he needed treatment, so the seal was transported to Mallydams. Once seen by a vet, we were informed that he had an oral infection. ## December ## HERE TO HELP This December our branch was contacted by a district nurse and social services regarding a pet owner due to go into hospital. We were then contacted by the owner, who requested a sign-over for his 2 cats and 1 dog due to his medical issues meaning he would no longer be able to care for them. Topsie & Pickle are very shy cats but seemed in good health. The dog, Reggie, was an entire male with a lot of health problems including dry-eye, causing green mucus in both his eyes. He had multiple masses on his body (which tested positive for cancer), an inguinal testicle and nails that had grown so long that they grew into his paw pads causing them to be very sore. Despite this Reggie was a very friendly, well-behaved and affectionate dog. Reggie is now undergoing treatment and with foster carer. The cats went up for adoption to find their furever home. ## FINANCIAL REVIEW The Branch Secretary will provide a full copy of his report and valuation at the AGM. Magee Gammon have drafted the Independent Examiner’s Report for 2021, which will be considered for approval by the Trustees . A copy of the Report is available on request. Reserves Policy: Reserves are needed to bridge the gap between the spending and receiving of resources and to cover unplanned emergencies and other expenditure. The trustees are fully aware of the current economic background with the effects of Covid-19 and geopolitical events, this will provide a challenging environment in the year to come. ## **ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS FOLKESTONE AND DISTRICT BRANCH** ## **RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021** |**RECEIPTS**
Charitable Activities
Door to Door
Donations
Legacies
VAT Refunds
Investments
Bank Interest
Dividends
Total Receipts
**PAYMENTS**
Charitable Activities
Vets
Branch Contribution
Staff Costs
Motor Costs
Telephone
Miscellaneous
Secretarial and Accountancy
Insurance
Legal and Professional Fees
Investment Broker Fees
Bank Charges
Capital Transactions
Purchase of Investments
Sale of Investments
Total Payments
**NET RECEIPTS / (PAYMENTS)**
Cash at Bank and In Hand Brought Forward
Cash at Bank and In Hand Carried Forward|**2021**
**£**
24,134
3,478
39,000
262
66,874
4
4,254
4,258
71,132
17,157
11,293
21,090
2,037
547
40
2,372
1,432
80
6,321
276
62,645
32,300
(28,850)
3,450
66,095
5,037
36,901
41,938|**2020**
**£**
25,197
4,296
500
535| |---|---|---| |||30,528| |||45
4,099| |||4,144| |||34,672| |||14,418
27,779
20,827
1,381
534
447
2,322
1,207
40
5,657
293| |||74,905| |||35,405
(36,379)| |||(974)| |||73,931| |||(39,259)
76,160| |||36,901| INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS FOLKESTONE AND DISTRICT BRANCH ON THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2021 I raport lo th& Iruslees on my examination of the acwunts of the alyJv8 charity {"th8 Trust'l lor th8 year 8nded 31 December 2021. Responslbllitlas and b3s1s of roport As the charity trustees of the Trust. you aw responsible forthe preparation of tha accounts in accordance wth the requirements of tha Charibe5 Act 2011 fthe Acfl. I report in respgol of my examination of the Trusys accounts carried oui under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying Dul my examination. I have f01bw￿ t￿ applitxbie Directions given by the Charity Commkss*)n Ur￿er sèction 145151{bl of the Act. Indèp•ndènt examlnerfs stst4m•nt I have cornpl8ted my examination. I confirni th81 no materi81 matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination which givès me cause to believe that in, any material resw¢t.' ' accounting rgcords were not kept in accordance ￿ ￿tion 130 of the A(a or the accounts do not accord with the accounting record$ I have no concems and have come across no Olher matters in connection v￿th the examination to whlth attantion should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached. Roland Parry FCA Magee Gammon Corp)ralo Limlted Henwood House Henwood Ashford Kent TM24 80H Oate.. ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS FOLKESTONE AND DISTRICT BRANCH STATEMENT OF ASSETS AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2021 2021 2020 FIXED ASSETS Inv¢slmonl Portfolio al vahjalion (Cosl £247,653, 2020. r234951) Equipment 291.084 26.138 266,656 26,138 317,222 292,f94 8ANKAND CASH Current Account Deposlt Account Broker Trading Account Broker Incom8 Account Cash in Hand 817 30,137 6,777 4,010 197 5.169 18.133 5.056 8,248 295 41,938 36,SX11 R•latod Partles.. Th6 Branch Constitution is approved by thp natvjnal RSPCA umbrella trx)dy, charity no. 219099, whlch Is considered a related party for accounting purposes. During th8 f1nan¢ial year, thg Branth recgivgd a total of £24,13412020.- £25,197) In gralll furKling from the national RSPCA for the Branch's purposes. In addllion, the Branch made conlrSbulions of £11,29312020'. £27,779) to the nation RSPCA for services rendered. The Branch also ie¢oiv8s a number Df umbr8lla Wy services. includin9 legacy administwtion under the Branch Lega¢y Schem8, mernbership ad.ministratK>n arKI practical guhlance and assistsnce from a Branch Supwjrt Specialist empbyed by the national Socxety Signed on b8half of the trustees.. Date: 23 06 Nicholas RobbSns, Chair