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2023-03-31-accounts

Charity number: 210336

Huggens' College

Trustees' report and financial statements

for the year ended 31 March 2023

Huggens' College

Contents

Page
Reference and administrative details of the Charity, its Trustees and advisers 1 - 2
Trustees' report 3 - 8
Independent auditors' report on the financial statements 9 - 12
Statement of financial activities 13
Balance sheet 14
Statement of cash flows 15
Notes to the financial statements 16 - 34

Huggens' College

Reference and administrative details of the Charity, its Trustees and advisers for the year ended 31 March 2023

Trustees

Mrs J Ashton, President Mr M Balfour Mrs M Blenkin (resigned 1 November 2022) Mr E Church Mrs V Dodds (appointed 31 January 2023) Mrs K Fenwick (resigned 26 April 2022) Mrs J Loudon Mr D Newlyn (appointed 26 April 2022) Mr C Page Mr P Sheldon Mr T Sheldon (appointed 1 August 2023) Mrs C M Sims Mr R Stanton (resigned 20 September 2022) Mrs S Villiers (resigned 1 August 2023) Mr C Warner

Charity registered number

210336

Principal office

6 Cross Green Basildon Essex SS16 5QW

Charity and Finance Manager

Nichodimus Kawadza

Independent auditors

Kreston Reeves LLP Chartered Accountants 37 St Margaret's Street Canterbury Kent CT1 2TU

Bankers

Coutts & Co St Martin's Office 440 Strand London WC2R 0QS

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Huggens' College

Reference and administrative details of the Charity, its Trustees and advisers (continued) for the year ended 31 March 2023

Solicitors

Brachers Somerfield House 59 London Road Maidstone Kent ME16 8JH

Gullands 16 Mill Street Maidstone Kent ME15 6XT

Investment managers

CCLA Investment Management Limited Senator House 85 Queen Victoria Street London EC4V 4ET

M & G Securities PO Box 9038 Chelmsford CM99 2XF

BNY Mellon Fund Managers Limited BNY Mellon Centre 160 Queen Victoria Street London EC4V 4LA

Ruffer LLP 80 Victoria Street London SW1E 5JL

Sarasin Investment Funds Limited Juxton House 100 St Paul's Churchyard London EC4M 8BU

Baillie Gifford & Co Calton Square 1 Greenside Row Edinburgh EH1 3AN

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Huggens' College

Trustees' report for the year ended 31 March 2023

The Trustees present their annual report together with the audited financial statements of the Huggens' College for the 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023. The Trustees confirm that the Annual report and financial statements of the charity comply with the current statutory requirements, the requirements of the charity's governing document and the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) "Accounting and Reporting by Charities" issued in July 2014 and updated in February 2016.

Objectives and activities

a. Policies and objectives

The principal objective of the Charity is to provide public benefit through the provision of Almshouse accommodation for individuals or couples who are of good character, over the age of 60, able to live independently, of limited financial resources, not in full time employment or self-employment and recognise that Huggens College is a community with Christian values.

The Trustees confirm that they have referred to the guidance contained in the Charity Commission's general guidance on public benefit when reviewing the Charity's aims and objectives and in planning future activities.

b. Strategies for achieving objectives

The strategy adopted to meet the objective of the Charity in delivering public benefit includes providing 30 bungalows, housing 36 people, a chapel, a common room and a Chaplain & Almshouse Manager and a Lodgekeeper, who live at the College, to support the residents. The strategy also includes the Trustees charging Collegians maintenance contributions for the use of their accommodation at below market rental rates and instigating a scheme of refurbishment of almshouse accommodation in order to continue to provide comfortable and reasonably priced accommodation.

In addition, the Charity allows its facilities to be used by local community groups and other organisations when permitted by Health and Safety and other Regulations.

Achievements and performance

a. Review of activities

Since lifting of the Government COVID regulations combined with the optimum use of the College Room(due to the installation of the fire door and porch) there were more regular activities undertaken during the year. Communion Services were held in the Chapel each Sunday and Wednesday morning. There were special services at Christmas, in Lent and for Holy Week. All were well attended with Collegians doing the bible readings. Flowers were arranged at services by one of our Collegians which are paid for from donations made by Collegians. The organ was played by one of our Collegians and hymns were sung at all Communion Services and at Friday evening prayer.

The services were followed by refreshments in the College Room, with cakes regularly provided by Collegians on or around the date of their birthdays. Collections at services raised £795.00 which was donated to local charities and to a Christian charity in Ukraine. An Advent Course was held in December and a Lent Course in March with up to 10 Collegians attending. A weekly bible study has been held.

The College Room is used every day and during the year weekly card game afternoons have been held and on occasions a table tennis table has been set up. One of our staff members organised two charity quiz nights and a bingo night was held, these raising funds for the Ellenor Hospice.

In May a ploughman’s lunch was held to raise funds for Christian Aid. Chinese New Year and St Patrick`s Day were celebrated with party gatherings in the College Room. A sit-down Christmas lunch took place in the College Room and there was a sit-down harvest hog roast in October and pancakes were served on Shrove Tuesday. In June a party took place on the lawn for the Platinum Jubilee and in July a tea party was held on the lawn. With the marquee up, Collegians held gatherings on the lawn on a number of Saturday evenings during the summer months. Events were organised by a social committee which is co-ordinated by the Chaplain’s wife.

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Huggens' College

Trustees' report (continued) for the year ended 31 March 2023

Achievements and performance (continued)

The Kent Library service continues to provide a selection of books for Collegians to borrow, and the selection is refreshed at regular intervals. The Church Times, Kent Reporter and Saturday Telegraph were provided for the College Room.

Collegians had collections for the Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) appeals for the floods in Pakistan and the earthquakes in Turkey. Each week donations of food were taken to the Hive Hub Foodbank. Founders Day 2022 took place in April with the Mayor of Gravesham joining Collegians, staff and Trustees for the service and a buffet lunch.

b. Investment policy and performance

The Charity holds a diversified portfolio of investments which declined marginally in value during the year but held up relatively well in challenging markets.

Financial review

a. Going concern

After making appropriate enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. For this reason, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements. Further details regarding the adoption of the going concern basis can be found in the accounting policies.

b. Reserves policy

The Trustees have reviewed the reserves of the College. This review encompassed the nature of the major income and expenditure streams and the need to match income and expenditure. The College's principal source of funds is from maintenance contributions from Collegians and investments.

As a result of this review, the Trustees confirmed that, to enable the College to continue to meet its objectives, to operate efficiently and to provide a buffer for both planned and unexpected costs in respect of the College property, the aim is to have unrestricted general reserve of two years average expenditure. A designated maintenance fund should be maintained at no more than the equivalent of five times the Almshouse Association's recommended annual transfer to a Cyclical Maintenance Fund within Greater London.

Total funds held by the charity as at 31 March 2023 were £12,831,684 of which £12,757,769 was unrestricted. General reserves amounted to £578,896. Two years average expenditure is £676,879 therefore, the current level of reserves is less than the Trustees’ policy target. Free reserves amounted to £575,433. The Trustees have taken steps to increase income and further control expenditure in the year ending 31 March 2024, which they expect will ensure at least a break-even position on an operational basis.

c. Financial review

The net (expenditure) for the year, before net gains/(losses) on investments amounted to (£5,606) (2022: outgoing £125,880).

At the year-end the overall market value of the investments decreased during the year resulting in a net loss of £30,841 (2022: Gain of £192,179).

The total fund balances at 31 March 2023, amounted to £12,831,684 (2022: £11,968,791).

Land and buildings were professionally revalued at 31 March 2023 in accordance with Accounting Policy 1.7. This increased their book value by £899,340 to £7,360,000.

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Trustees' report (continued) for the year ended 31 March 2023

d. Principal funding

The Charity continues to be reliant upon the maintenance charges it receives as well as income generated from its investments and cash deposits.

e. Material investments policy

The Charity holds a diversified portfolio of investments which are managed by external fund managers. The value of all investments in the portfolio declined marginally during the year.

Structure, governance and management

a. Constitution

Huggens' College was incorporated by Act of Parliament in 1847 and is registered as a Charity with the Charity Commissioners in England and Wales with registration number 210336.

b. Methods of appointment or election of Trustees

The management of the Charity and the appointment of Trustees is the responsibility of the Trustees. Trustees are appointed under the terms of the Rules, Regulations and Scheme of the Charity.

c. Policies adopted for the induction and training of Trustees

New Trustees are inducted into the workings of the Charity, including policies and procedures, via the Charity and Finance Manager with an induction briefing and discussion with existing Trustees.

In addition, new Trustees shadow an existing Trustee on a monthly College visit.

d. Pay policy for senior staff

Introduction

This policy sets out the principles upon which the Trustees of Huggens College make decisions about staff salary.

Principles

The following pay principles are applied:

Policy Statement

Huggens College seeks to ensure that its remuneration policy and practices are compatible with effective risk management. This is done by embedding the following principles into its Pay Policy:

This policy aims to attract and retain people with the right mix of skills and experience who share the charity’s values and are prepared to work together as a team.

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Huggens' College

Trustees' report (continued) for the year ended 31 March 2023

Structure, governance and management (continued)

Scope

This policy applies to all employees of Huggens College. It is owned by the Trustees. Its content and any amendments are subject to approval by the Trustees. The policy will be reviewed annually by the Finance Committee.

Benchmarking

Huggens College needs to be able to attract and retain suitable individuals. The need for appropriate levels of remuneration must be taken into account and will be a significant factor for some candidates. A job evaluation scheme would be disproportionate to the size of Huggens College. Therefore, should the need for benchmarking occur Huggens College will take into account pay across charities and not for profit organisations in the Kent/Sussex area. It will aim to benchmark its salaries at the median after making allowance for other benefits that are included within a role such as the provision of living accommodation.

Salary process and recommendations for salary awards

The Trustees maintain oversight and control over Huggens College’s salaries to ensure pay levels remain appropriate.

The approach adopted comprises:

Anyone who is subject to formal action arising from poor performance or conduct will not receive a pay increase until their performance is deemed satisfactory by their line manager.

Employee Benefits

Huggens College offers the following employee benefits in addition to salary:

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Trustees' report (continued) for the year ended 31 March 2023

Structure, governance and management (continued)

e. Organisational structure and decision making

The Trustees exercise the general control and management of the Charity.

The Trustees have given the Chaplain and Almshouse Manager the authority to act on their behalf, to oversee the spiritual and physical welfare of the Collegians, together with the security of the College.

The Charity and Finance Manager acts as financial controller of the Charity under the guidance of the Finance Committee of the Charity.

f. Risk management

The Trustees continue to assess the risks to which the Charity is exposed, in particular those related to its operations and finances, and are satisfied that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate their exposure to the major risks. The Trustees maintain a Risk Register that is monitored on a regular basis and reviewed annually by the Trustees.

Plans for future periods

The College properties and the grounds on the site will continue to be well maintained, for the benefit of the Collegians.

The Trustees have thoroughly explored the options for using the funds generated by the sale of investment property in September 2020 to increase the amount of accommodation provided. They have concluded that this will have to be done at the existing site. Discussions with Collegians and appointed development partners on the best way to achieve this are ongoing. These discussions include how larger and better community space can be provided.

The Trustees continue to work with the Charity Commission on the possibility of widening the Charity’s objects.

The Trustees incorporated Huggens’ College Trustee Limited on 14 October 2022 and received the Lord Chancellor's Certificate of Satisfaction dated 1 June 2023. For the time being, this entity will remain dormant.

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Trustees' report (continued) for the year ended 31 March 2023

Statement of Trustees' responsibilities

The Trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees' report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

The law applicable to charities in England & Wales requires the Trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Charity and of its incoming resources and application of resources, including its income and expenditure, for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the Trustees are required to:

The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the Charity's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the Charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charity (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the Trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the Charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

Disclosure of information to auditors

Each of the persons who are Trustees at the time when this Trustees' report is approved has confirmed that:

Auditors

The auditors, Kreston Reeves LLP, have indicated their willingness to continue in office. The designated Trustees will propose a motion reappointing the auditors at a meeting of the Trustees.

Approved by order of the members of the board of Trustees and signed on their behalf by:

Mrs J Ashton President Date: 11 August 2023

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Huggens' College

Independent auditors' report to the Members of Huggens' College

Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of Huggens' College (the 'charity') for the year ended 31 March 2023 which comprise the statement of financial activities, the balance sheet, the statement of cash flows and the related notes, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standards applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) in preference to the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice issued on 1 April 2005 which is referred to in the extant regulations but has been withdrawn.

This has been done in order for the accounts to provide a true and fair view in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Practice effective for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2015.

In our opinion the financial statements:

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors' responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the charity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the United Kingdom, including the Financial Reporting Council's Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the Trustees' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the charity's ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the Trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.

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Independent auditors' report to the Members of Huggens' College (continued)

Other information

The other information comprises the information included in the annual report other than the financial statements and our auditors' report thereon. The Trustees are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.

We have nothing to report in this regard.

Matters on which we are required to report by exception

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

Responsibilities of trustees

As explained more fully in the trustees' responsibilities statement, the Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements which give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial statements, the Trustees are responsible for assessing the charity's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Trustees either intend to liquidate the charity or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

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Independent auditors' report to the Members of Huggens' College (continued)

Auditors' responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

We have been appointed as auditor under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 and report in accordance with the Act and relevant regulations made or having effect thereunder.

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditors' report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:

As part of an audit in accordance with ISAs (UK), we exercise professional judgment and maintain professional scepticism throughout the audit. We also:

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Independent auditors' report to the Members of Huggens' College (continued)

We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the charity's trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charity's trustees those matters we are required to state to them in an auditors' report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charity and its trustees, as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

Kreston Reeves LLP Chartered Accountants Statutory Auditor

Canterbury

11 August 2023

Kreston Reeves LLP are eligible to act as auditors in terms of section 1212 of the Companies Act 2006.

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Statement of financial activities for the year ended 31 March 2023

Note
Income and endowments from:
Donations and legacies
4
Charitable activities
6
Investments
5
Other income
7
Total income and endowments
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
8
Total expenditure
Net expenditure before net
(losses)/gains on investments
Net (losses)/gains on investments
Net movement in funds before other
recognised gains
Other recognised gains:
Gains on revaluation of fixed assets
Net movement in funds
Reconciliation of funds:
Total funds brought forward
Net movement in funds
Total funds carried forward		 Endowment
funds
2023
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
73,915
-
73,915		 Unrestricted
funds
2023
£
626
230,467
62,622
40
293,755
299,361
299,361
(5,606)
(30,841)
(36,447)
899,340
862,893
11,894,876
862,893
12,757,769		 Total
funds
2023
£
626
230,467
62,622
40
293,755
299,361
299,361
(5,606)
(30,841)
(36,447)
899,340
862,893
11,968,791
862,893
12,831,684		 Total
funds
2022
£
115
220,082
24,664
4,159
249,020
374,900
374,900
(125,880)
192,179
66,299
-
66,299
11,902,492
66,299
11,968,791

The notes on pages 16 to 34 form part of these financial statements.

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Huggens' College

Balance sheet as at 31 March 2023

Note
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
13
Investments
14
Current assets
Debtors
15
Investments
16
Cash at bank and in hand
Creditors: amounts falling due within one
year
17
Net current assets
Total net assets
Charity funds
Endowment funds
18
Unrestricted funds
18
Total funds		 15,134
1,894,927
559,163
2,469,224
(35,023)		 2023
£
7,380,588
3,016,895
10,397,483
2,434,201
12,831,684
73,915
12,757,769
12,831,684		 8,469
2,369,339
132,974
2,510,782
(36,538)		 2022
£
6,446,811
3,047,736
9,494,547
2,474,244
11,968,791
73,915
11,894,876
11,968,791

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:

Mrs J Ashton President Date: 11 August 2023

The notes on pages 16 to 34 form part of these financial statements.

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Statement of cash flows
for the year ended 31 March 2023
Cash flows from operating activities
Net cash used in operating activities
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
Purchase of investments
Net cash used in investing activities
Cash flows from financing activities
Net cash provided by financing activities
Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year
The notes on pages 16 to 34 form part of these financial statements		 2023
£
(10,321)
(37,903)
-
(37,903)
-
(48,224)
2,502,313
2,454,089		 2022
£
(110,784)
(39,195)
(400,000)
(439,195)
-
(549,979)
3,052,292
2,502,313

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Huggens' College

Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2023

1. General information

Huggens' College is a registered charity in England. The charity's registered address is 6 Cross Green, Basildon, Essex, SS16 5QW.

2. Accounting policies

2.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) - 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 Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.

The financial statements have been prepared to give a 'true and fair' view and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a 'true and fair' view. This departure has involved following the Charities SORP (FRS 102) published on 16 July 2014 rather than the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice effective from 1 April 2005 which has since been withdrawn.

Huggens' College meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102.

2.2 Going concern

The Charity's main source of income is from its charitable objectives being maintenance payments in respect of the Almshouse accommodation together with resource generated from its investments.

The Charity has considerable financial resources, a significant level of investments together with general reserves which are significantly in excess of the reserves policy. As a consequence, the Trustees believe that the Charity is well placed to manage risks successfully despite the current economic climate.

After making enquiries, the Trustees have a reasonable expectation that the Charity will have adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Accordingly, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the annual report and accounts.

Even though the impact of the pandemic lessened, there has been an increase in inflation which has been brought about by worsening energy crisis due to the Ukraine war, the Trustees, have assessed so far as is reasonably possible, due to its unprecedented impact on the worldwide economy it is difficult to evaluate with any certainty the potential outcomes on the Charity's future activities. However, taking into consideration the Charity's level of reserves, the Trustees believe that the Charity will be able to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.

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Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2023

2. Accounting policies (continued)

2.3 Fund accounting

General funds are unrestricted funds which 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.

Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the Trustees for particular purposes. The aim and use of each designated fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.

Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the Charity for particular purposes. The costs of raising and administering 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.

Investment income, gains and losses are allocated to the appropriate fund.

2.4 Income

All income is recognised once the Charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.

Grants are included in the statement of financial activities on a receivable basis. The balance of income received for specific purposes but not expended during the period is shown in the relevant funds on the balance sheet. Where income is received in advance of entitlement of receipt, its recognition is deferred and included in creditors as deferred income. Where entitlement occurs before income is received, the income is accrued.

Other income is recognised in the period in which it is receivable and to the extent the goods have been provided or on completion of the service.

2.5 Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

All expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis. All expenses including support costs and governance costs are allocated to the applicable expenditure headings.

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Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2023

2. Accounting policies (continued)

2.6 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation

Land and buildings are stated at valuation. Professional external valuations are obtained at least every 5 years. No depreciation is included on land.

The Trustees consider that the College property has a residual value which is at least equal to its net book value. As a result the corresponding depreciation would not be material and therefore is not charged in the Statement of Financial Activities.

Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less depreciation and any provision for impairment.. 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:

The carrying values of tangible fixed assets are reviewed for impairment when events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable.

2.7 Investments

Investments are a form of financial instrument and are initially recognised at their transaction value and subsequently measured at fair value as at the Balance sheet date using the closing quoted market price. The Statement of financial activities includes the net gains and losses arising on revaluation and disposals throughout the year.

2.8 Interest receivable

Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the charity; this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the Bank.

2.9 Debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.

2.10 Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.

2.11 Liabilities and provisions

Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement and the amount of settlement can be estimated reliably. Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received in advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required to settle the obligation. Where the effect of time value of money is material, the provision is based on the present value of those amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount rate that reflects the risks specific to the liability. The unwinding of the discount is recognised within interest payable and similar charges.

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Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2023

2. Accounting policies (continued)

2.12 Financial instruments

The Charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

3. Critical accounting estimates and areas of judgment

The preparation of the financial statements requires the Trustees to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that can affect the amounts reported for assets and liabilities, and the results for the year. The nature of estimation is such though that actual outcomes could differ significantly from those estimates.

Critical accounting estimates and assumptions:

Freehold property

The charity has recognised freehold property with a carrying value of £7,360,000 at the 31 March 2023 (see note 12). These assets are stated at their cost/valuation. The Trustees consider that the College property has a residual value which is at least equal to its net book value. As a result, the corresponding depreciation would not be material and therefore is not charged in the Statement of Financial Activities. These estimates are based upon such factors as the expected use of the acquired asset and market conditions. At subsequent reporting dates the Trustees consider whether there are any factors such as changes in market conditions that indicate a need to reconsider the estimates used.

Assets in the Course of Construction

Clause 10.26 of the SORP (FRS102) – Oct 2019 specifically permits charities to adopt an accounting policy of capitalising borrowing costs, including interest that is directly attributable to the development of a tangible fixed asset. Among other clauses it allows the following:

Other professional costs directly attributable to the build should also be capitalised as they are a component of the cost in bringing the fixed asset into use. Until such time as the asset is brought into use it will be classified as an asset in the course of construction” in the statutory accounts.

The Architect and Surveyor’s fees of £17,124 relates to that value.

4. Income from donations and legacies

Unrestricted
funds
2023
£
Donations
626
Total 2022
115		 Total
funds
2023
£
626
115		 Total
funds
2022
£
115

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5. Investment income

Unrestricted
funds
2023
£
Bank interest
48,936
Dividend income
13,686
62,622
Total 2022
24,664		 Total
funds
2023
£
48,936
13,686
62,622
24,664		 Total
funds
2022
£
11,246
13,418
24,664

6. Income from charitable activities

Unrestricted
funds
2023
£
Collegians maintenance payments
229,932
Contributions to College outings and events
535
230,467
Total 2022
220,082		 Total
funds
2023
£
229,932
535
230,467
220,082		 Total
funds
2022
£
219,802
280
220,082

7. Other incoming resources

Other income
Total 2022		 Unrestricted
funds
2023
£
40
4,159		 Total
funds
2023
£
40
4,159		 Total
funds
2022
£
4,159

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8. Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities

Summary by fund type

Almshouse accommodation
Outings and events
Governance
Total 2022
Summary by expenditure type
Almshouse accommodation
Outings and events
Governance
Total 2022		 Unrestricted
funds
2023
£
209,696
3,134
86,531
299,361
374,900
Staff costs
2023
Depreciation
2023
Other costs
2023
£
£
£
65,963
3,466
140,267
-
-
3,134
28,027
-
58,504
93,990
3,466
201,905
76,430
3,746
294,724		 Total
2023
£
209,696
3,134
86,531
299,361
374,900
Total
2023
£
209,696
3,134
86,531
299,361
374,900		 Total
2022
£
329,847
1,667
43,386
374,900
Total
2022
£
329,847
1,667
43,386
374,900

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9. Analysis of expenditure by activities

Almshouse accommodation
Outings and events
Governance
Total 2022		 Activities
undertaken
directly
2023
£
187,911
3,134
-
191,045
276,601		 Support
costs
2023
£
21,785
-
86,531
108,316
98,299		 Total
funds
2023
£
209,696
3,134
86,531
299,361
374,900		 Total
funds
2022
£
329,847
1,667
43,386
374,900

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9. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)

Analysis of direct costs

Wages and salaries
Depreciation
Repairs
Water Rates
Council tax
Electricity
Gas consumption - The College
Maintenance and repairs to equipment
Cleaning expenses
Insurance
Upkeep of grounds
Telephone
Papers and magazines
College outings and events
Maintenance of organ
Age Concern Aid Call
Sundry expenses
Weekend duty rota
Total 2022		 Almshouse
accommoda
tion
2023
Outings and
events
2023
£
£
65,963
-
3,466
-
49,995
-
10,914
-
3,448
-
7,769
-
5,541
-
2,595
-
4,414
-
4,254
-
21,979
-
1,664
-
451
-
-
3,134
354
-
1,674
-
2,150
-
1,280
-
187,911
3,134
274,934
1,667		 Total
funds
2023
£
65,963
3,466
49,995
10,914
3,448
7,769
5,541
2,595
4,414
4,254
21,979
1,664
451
3,134
354
1,674
2,150
1,280
191,045
276,601		 Total
funds
2022
£
57,532
3,746
129,034
10,729
4,226
6,998
2,204
2,341
3,850
3,725
41,149
1,623
374
1,667
334
1,610
3,659
1,800
276,601

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9. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)

Analysis of support costs

Clerk's salary
Chiropodists fees
Subscriptions and sundries
Organist fees
Printing, posting and stationery
Website expenses
Architects and surveyors
Bank charges
Chaplain expenses
Legal and professional fees
Clerk's expenses
Trustees' expenses
Outsourced bookkeeping and accountancy
Outsourced payroll costs
Auditors' remuneration
Auditors' non audit costs
Provision of LPAs
Total 2022		 Almshouse
accommoda
tion
2023
£
-
957
1,172
1,080
1,770
408
14,691
728
51
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
928
21,785
54,913		 Governance
2023
£
28,027
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
45,364
586
4,205
-
608
4,567
3,174
-
86,531
43,386		 Total
funds
2023
£
28,027
957
1,172
1,080
1,770
408
14,691
728
51
45,364
586
4,205
-
608
4,567
3,174
928
108,316
98,299		 Total
funds
2022
£
18,898
894
2,159
960
1,400
1,887
25,229
588
58
21,738
992
1,913
13,788
644
3,837
3,314
-
98,299

10. Auditors' remuneration

The auditors' remuneration amounts to an auditor fee of £4,567 (2022 - £3,837), and accountancy services of £3,174 (2022 - £3,314).

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11. Staff costs

Staff costs were as follows:

Wages and salaries
Employers NI
Employers pension contributions		 2023
£
105,073
4,747
6,070
115,890		 2022
£
92,624
2,910
1,782
97,316

The average monthly number of employees was: 6 (2022: 6).

No employee received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year.

The total employment benefits including employer pension contributions of the key management personnel were £54,519 (2022: £39,963).

12. Trustees' remuneration and expenses

During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2022 - £NIL).

During the year, 13 Trustees received reimbursement of expenses amounting to £2,719 in the current year (2022 – 11 Trustees - £1,913). The Charity also meets the costs for each Trustee at the Annual Dinner, which amounted to £924 in respect of the Trustees (2022 - £nil).

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13. Tangible fixed assets

Cost or valuation
At 1 April 2022
Additions
Revaluations
At 31 March 2023
Depreciation
At 1 April 2022
Charge for the year
At 31 March 2023
Net book value
At 31 March 2023
At 31 March 2022		 College
Property
£
6,427,578
33,082
899,340
7,360,000
-
-
-
7,360,000
6,427,578		 Plant and
machinery
£
28,297
802
-
29,099
22,169
3,466
25,635
3,464
6,128		 Assets
under
contruction
£
13,105
4,019
-
17,124
-
-
-
17,124
13,105		 Total
£
6,468,980
37,903
899,340
7,406,223
22,169
3,466
25,635
7,380,588
6,446,811

The most recent valuation of the College Property was undertaken as at 31 March 2023 by Strutt and Parker LLP in accordance with the RICS Valuation - Global Standards 2021, effective 31st January 2022, the International Valuation Standards and the UK National Supplement 2018, effective 14th January 2019, on an existing use basis.

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14. Fixed asset investments

Unlisted
investments
£
Cost or valuation
At 1 April 2022
589,989
Revaluations
6,602
At 31 March 2023
596,591
Net book value
At 31 March 2023
596,591
At 31 March 2022
589,989
Investments at market value comprise:
Unlisted investments in the Designated Capital Projects Fund
Other fixed asset investments
All the fixed asset investments are held in the UK.
Material investments
5,541 M&G Charity Multi Asset Fund (2022: 5,541 units)
25,122 COIF income shares (2022: 25,122 shares)
277,972 Newton Growth & Income Fund shares (2022: 277,972 shares)
577,739 Ruffer Charity Assets Trust (2022: 577,739 shares)
79,872 Sarasin Climate Active Endowment (2022: 79,872 units)
10,512 Baillie Gifford Long Term Global Growth (2022: 10,512 shares)		 Other fixed
asset
investments
£
2,457,747
(37,443)
2,420,304
2,420,304
2,457,747
2023
£
596,591
2,420,304
3,016,895
2023
£
596,591
470,121
561,252
1,036,984
258,426
93,521
3,016,895		 Total
£
3,047,736
(30,841)
3,016,895
3,016,895
3,047,736
2022
£
589,989
2,457,746
3,047,735
2022
£
589,989
489,209
558,612
1,026,816
270,847
112,263
3,047,736

Note: Accumulation units held for each investment unless stated otherwise.

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15. Debtors

Other debtors
Prepayments and accrued income		 2023
£
12,482
2,652
15,134		 2022
£
6,985
1,484
8,469

16. Funds on deposit

Funds on deposit
Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year
Other creditors		 2023
£
1,894,927
2023
£
35,023		 2022
£
2,369,339
2022
£
36,538

17. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year

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18. Statement of funds

Statement of funds - current year

Unrestricted
funds
Designated
funds
Designated
property fund
Designated
maintenance
fund
Capital projects
fund
Hardship fund
WER Advanced
Rent Reserve
Fund
General funds
General Funds
Total
Unrestricted
funds
Endowment
funds
Endowment
Fund
Restricted
funds
Extraordinary
repair fund
Total of funds		 Balance at 1
April 2022
£
6,329,946
116,670
4,664,989
10,000
125,848
11,247,453
647,423
11,894,876
73,915
-
11,968,791		 Income
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
293,755
293,755
-
-
293,755		 Expenditure
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
(299,361)
(299,361)
-
-
(299,361)		 Transfers
in/out
£
56,799
13,680
87,449
-
(125,848)
32,080
(32,080)
-
-
-
-		 Gains/
(Losses)
£
899,340
-
-
-
-
899,340
(30,841)
868,499
-
-
868,499		 Balance at
31 March
2023
£
7,286,085
130,350
4,752,438
10,000
-
12,178,873
578,896
12,757,769
73,915
-
12,831,684

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18. Statement of funds (continued)

Statement of funds - prior year

Unrestricted
funds
Designated
funds
Designated
property fund
Designated
maintenance
fund
Capital projects
fund
Hardship fund
WER Advanced
Rent Reserve
Fund
General funds
General Funds
Total
Unrestricted
funds
Endowment
funds
Endowment
Fund
Restricted
funds
Extraordinary
repair fund
Total of funds		 Balance at
1 April 2021
£
6,329,946
111,000
4,075,000
10,000
215,848
10,741,794
555,096
11,296,890
73,915
531,687
11,902,492		 Income
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
249,020
249,020
-
-
249,020		 Expenditure
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
(374,900)
(374,900)
-
-
(374,900)		 Transfers
in/out
£
-
5,670
589,989
-
(90,000)
505,659
84,330
589,989
-
(589,989)
-		 Gains/
(Losses)
£
-
-
-
-
-
-
133,877
133,877
-
58,302
192,179		 Balance at
31 March
2022
£
6,329,946
116,670
4,664,989
10,000
125,848
11,247,453
647,423
11,894,876
73,915
-
11,968,791

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Notes to the financial statements for the year ended 31 March 2023

Transfers between funds

Designated property fund – The transfer of £56,799 is from the Surplus Income Fund.

Designated maintenance fund the transfer of £13,680 from general funds represents the movement in the recommendations of the Almshouse Association to ensure the fund totals the equivalent of five times the Association’s recommended annual transfer.

Restricted extraordinary repair fund – This fund is now closed.

Designated Capital Projects Fund – the transfer of £87,450 is from the designated WE Roberts advanced rent reserve fund of £80,848 and the £6,602 valuation gain from M&G Charity Multi Asset which used to go the closed Restricted extraordinary repair fund.

Designated W E Roberts Advanced Rent Reserve fund – Following legal advice the Trustees decided to transfer the balance of £80,848 remaining at the time the advice was given, to the Capital Projects Fund.

Purpose of funds

Designated Fund Property fund

The designated property fund is represented by the book value of the College property less the value of the endowment fund.

Designated Fund Capital projects

This designated fund has been established to provide for capital improvements to the College property including, but not limited to, acquisitions, major refurbishment of existing buildings and construction of new buildings.

Designated Fund Maintenance fund

This designated fund has been established to provide for cyclical maintenance of the College Property, other than capital improvements. The Trustees have considered the recommendations of the Almshouse Association and have decided that it should be maintained at no more than the equivalent of five times the Association’s recommended annual transfer to a Cyclical Maintenance Fund within Greater London.

Designated Fund - W E Roberts Advanced Rent Reserve

When W E Roberts purchased the charity’s commercial property which they occupied part of the agreed sale price represented three years rent which they would have paid if they had continued to rent the site from the charity. The Trustees decided that this sum should be held in a reserve fund and transferred back to general funds in equal instalments over a three-year period from the date of the sale. For this year the Trustees have now decided to transfer the remaining £80,848 to the Capital Projects Fund for future development project use leaving a nil balance on the account.

Designated Fund Hardship

This designated fund has been established in order to assist the collegians with the purchase of significant items, such as replacement of appliances. It is the charity’s intention to ensure a transfer is made to the fund to give a carrying value of £10,000.

Endowment Fund

The endowment fund represents the original historic cost of the College property which is held for the benefit of the charity.

Restricted Fund

There were no restricted funds as all funds relating to the M&G Charity Multi Asset Fund were transferred to the Designated Capital Projects Fund.

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19. Summary of funds

Summary of funds - current year

Designated
funds
General funds
Endowment
funds		 Balance at 1
April 2022
£
11,247,453
647,423
73,915
11,968,791		 Income
£
-
293,755
-
293,755
Income
£
-
249,020
-
-
249,020		 Expenditure
£
-
(299,361)
-
(299,361)
Expenditure
£
-
(374,900)
-
-
(374,900)		 Transfers
in/out
£
32,080
(32,080)
-
-
Transfers
in/out
£
505,659
84,330
-
(589,989)
-		 Gains/
(Losses)
£
899,340
(30,841)
-
868,499
Gains/
(Losses)
£
-
133,877
-
58,302
192,179		 Balance at
31 March
2023
£
12,178,873
578,896
73,915
12,831,684
Balance at
31 March
2022
£
11,247,453
647,423
73,915
-
Summary of funds - prior year
Designated
funds
General funds
Endowment
funds
Restricted funds		 Balance at
1 April 2021
£
10,741,794
555,096
73,915
531,687
11,902,492
11,968,791

20. Analysis of net assets between funds

Analysis of net assets between funds - current year

Tangible fixed assets
Fixed asset investments
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
Total		 Endowment
funds
2023
Unrestricted
funds
2023
£
£
-
7,380,588
-
3,016,895
73,915
2,395,309
-
(35,023)
73,915
12,757,769		 Total
funds
2023
£
7,380,588
3,016,895
2,469,224
(35,023)
12,831,684

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20. Analysis of net assets between funds (continued)

Analysis of net assets between funds - prior year

Tangible fixed assets
Fixed asset investments
Current assets
Creditors due within one year
Total		 Endowment
funds
2022
£
-
-
73,915
-
73,915		 Unrestricted
funds
2022
£
6,446,811
3,047,736
2,436,867
(36,538)
11,894,876		 Total
funds
2022
£
6,446,811
3,047,736
2,510,782
(36,538)
11,968,791

21. Reconciliation of net movement in funds to net cash flow from operating activities

Net income/expenditure for the year (as per Statement of Financial
Activities)
Adjustments for:
Depreciation charges
(Gains)/losses on investments
Decrease/(increase) in debtors
Increase/(decrease) in creditors
Net cash used in operating activities
Analysis of cash and cash equivalents
Cash in hand
Funds on deposit
Total cash and cash equivalents		 2023
£
(36,447)
3,466
30,840
(6,665)
(1,515)
(10,321)
2023
£
559,162
1,894,927
2,454,089		 2022
£
66,299
3,745
(192,179)
480
10,871
(110,784)
2022
£
132,974
2,369,339
2,502,313

22. Analysis of cash and cash equivalents

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23. Analysis of changes in net debt

Cash at bank and in hand
Funds on deposit		 At 1 April
2022
£
132,974
2,369,339
2,502,313		 Cash flows
£
426,189
(474,412)
(48,223)		 At 31 March
2023
£
559,163
1,894,927
2,454,090

24. Related party transactions

During the year the charity paid £2,309 (2022 - £900) to Warner Solicitors, where Mr C Warner, Trustee, is a practising solicitor.

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