ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING FOR YEAR 2025
On Tuesday, 26[th] of February 2026 At 6:00 pm
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37-41 Old Queen Street London, SW1H AJA
Email: info@anglochileansociety.org www.anglochileansociety.org Registered charity No. 212778
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THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY
37-41 Old Queen Street, London, SW1H 9JA
Tel: 020 7233 2535
www.anglochileansociety.org
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2026
Members are hereby advised that the Annual General Meeting of the Anglo Chilean Society for the year 2026 will be on Thursday, 26[th] February 2026, at 6:00 pm.
AGENDA
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Chairman’s opening remarks
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Apologies for absence
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Chairman’s review of the year
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To approve the minutes of the last AGM (Page 3).
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To adopt the Annual Report & Accounts of the Society for the year ended 31st December 2025
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To re-elect members of the Executive Committee
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To elect new members of the Executive Committee
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To elect the Chairman and Vice-Chairman and Treasurer from among members of the Executive Committee elected for the year to the AGM in 2026
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To appoint the Independent Examiner
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Any other business
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MINUTES OF THE AGM FOR 2024 OF THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY HELD AT THE EMBASSY OF CHILE ON 11[TH] OF MARCH 2025
Present: Fiona Clouder, Ximena Fuentes, Claudio Duran, Alasdair Grant, Robert Hart, Catalina Herrera, Monica Volpin, Magdalena Jones, Robin Holland Martin, Claudia Iglesias, Fabiana Jaramillo, Donald Grant, Colin Taylor, Aptar Sandhi-Taylor, Michael Elmer, Hallam Murray, Andrew Robshaw, Michael Volpin, Brian Jones, Joan Shenton, Julian Amey, Patrick Jeffery, Francesca Bridgewater, Juan Andrade.
Apologies: Peter West, Nicola Strang, Nigel Strang, Sally Bishop, Eduardo Olate, Dacre Watson, Richard Evans.
Welcome by the Chairman:
The Chairman, Fiona Clouder, opened the meeting by thanking the members present for attending. She asked the Treasurer, in the absence of the Secretary, to read out the names of members apologizing for non-attendance. She also introduced Colin Taylor who, after the formalities of the meeting, will give an introduction to his beautiful paintings on show in the room, which evoke strong connections with Chile.
She invited the Ambassador, Her Excellency, Ximena Fuentes, who is President of the Society, to address members. The Ambassador congratulated Fiona and the committee on another successful year and thanked everyone working behind the scenes for making this possible. This year’s achievements—from wine tastings to cultural events and supporting Chile have strengthened the Society’s presence in the UK. She expressed her gratitude to the Anglo Chilean Society for the warm welcome received as Ambassador in May 2024 and said how much she valued the partnership.
The Chairman thanked the Ambassador for her kind words.
Approval of the minutes of the 2024 AGM:
The Chairman noted that the minutes of the AGM, which had been held at the Embassy on the 6th of March 2024, had been approved by the Executive Committee and now needed to be adopted. She asked for a proposer to make the resolution to adopt them, and Robin Halland Martin obliged, with Brian Jones seconding.
Chairman’s Report:
The Chairman reviewed briefly the past year, noting that it was the Society’s 80[th] anniversary. This had been marked by a reception which the Ambassador had kindly permitted at the residence. The Society had successfully organized the annual Mining Event at the Embassy, with Aurora Williams, Chile’s Minister of Mines, and a tutored wine tasting event.
Adoption of the Annual Report Accounts:
The Chairman explained that the Report & Accounts had been approved by the Executive Committee and independently examined and now needed to be adopted by the AGM. Alasdair Grant proposed the adoption of the Report & Accounts and Mike Volpin seconded.
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Election of the Executive Committee:
The Treasurer, Claudio Duran, took the chair explaining that Society’s constitution required the whole committee, with the exception of the Treasurer, to stand down on completion of the adoption of the previous year’s Report & Accounts.
Re-election of the Executive Committee
Those who had not yet completed 5 years on the Committee and who wished to stand again and had been duly nominated were: Fiona Clouder, Magdalena Jones,
Claudio Duran, Marcos Stuardo, Alasdair Grant, Peter West, José Ignacio Pérez, Claudia Iglesias, Catalina Herrera, and Fabiana Jaramillo.
Their re-election was proposed by Andrew Robshaw and seconded by Brian Jones
Election of previously co-opted Members:
Three long-standing members of the committee had been co-opted for the year having had to stand down in 2024 since they had completed 5 years. They were now eligible for election and had been duly nominated. Carmen Pearson, Monica Volpin and Robert Hart were proposed by Julian Amey and seconded by Hallam Murray.
Election of New Members:
Richard Sterland had been duly nominated and was proposed by Andrew Robshaw and seconded by Mike Volpin.
Election of Officers of the Society:
The officers of the society are elected annually from among the newly elected members of the committee. Fiona Clouder was nominated as Chairman and Magdalena Jones as Vice Chairman.
Proposed by Andrew Robshaw and seconded by Donald Grant. Claudio Duran was nominated as Treasurer . Proposed by Alasdair Grant and seconded by Monica Volpin.
Appointment of the Independent Examiner:
The Treasurer, Claudio Duran, informed the meeting that Caroline Ellis was willing to stand again, and he proposed her. This was seconded by Robert Hart. The meeting closed at 18.45. MJ 20/03/25
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THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY (Registered Charity N0. 212778) ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2025
President H. E. The Ambassador: Ximena Fuentes Vice-Presidents Baroness Hooper CMG, The Earl of Dundonald Professor Dame Marcela Contreras, Professor Andrés Velasco Trustees Fiona Clouder - Chairman Claudio Duran – Treasurer Magdalena Jones - Vice-Chairman Alasdair Grant Peter West, Claudia Iglesias José Ignacio Pérez, Fabiana Jaramillo Catalina Herrera, Richard Sterland, Carmen Pearson, Robert Hart, Monica Volpin
Secretary to the Executive Committee : Monica Volpin
Grants Co-Ordinator: Carmen Pearson Music Advisor: Marcos Stuardo
Address 37-41 Old Queen Street, London, SW1H 9JA Independent Examiner: Caroline Ellis Bankers Lloyds TSB Bank PLC, 8 Waterloo Place, London, SW1Y 4BE
The Executive Committee
According to the Society's constitution, the Executive Committee is required to meet at least twice a year. However, over the past year, the Committee met eight times via Zoom, and one in person meeting ensuring regular discussions and strategic decision-making.
All meetings were chaired by the Chairman, with an average attendance of nine members per session. As of the year-end, the Committee comprised 13 elected members.
Report on the Year
The Anglo Chilean Society remains steadfast in its mission as an independent, apolitical, and areligious organisation , guided by the principles on which it was founded in 1944 . Our core objectives continue to be the promotion of a deeper and broader understanding of Chile within the United Kingdom , as well as the provision of meaningful and practical support to individuals and communities in Chile who are experiencing hardship or distress.
Throughout the past year, our programme of activities has been dedicated to celebrating Chile’s rich cultural heritage, its vibrant and dynamic present, and its promising future . These efforts have encompassed a wide range of cultural, educational, and charitable initiatives , all designed to strengthen bilateral relationships, foster mutual understanding, and extend assistance where it is most needed.
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The Society has also remained actively engaged in supporting the Embassy of Chile across a variety of important national and cultural events. These have included the commemoration of the birth of Bernardo O’Higgins , Chile Day , Navy Day , as well as a series of musical performances and cultural exhibitions hosted at the Embassy. In addition, the launch of the book about the Robledo Brothers was a particularly well-attended and successful event, drawing strong interest from members and invited guests alike.
One of the highlights of the year was the Mining Conference , which was further distinguished by the visit of Chilean Mining Minister Aurora Williams . The event proved to be highly successful, attracting a larger audience than in previous years and featuring a carefully curated and well-balanced panel of speakers. Once again, the mining industry generously sponsored the conference , enabling the Society to benefit both financially and through strengthened partnerships with key stakeholders.
Together, these activities reflect the Society’s continued commitment to building lasting connections between the United Kingdom and Chile, while advancing its charitable and cultural mission in a meaningful and sustainable way.
Financial Contributions & Grants
Once again, the Anglo Chilean Society has demonstrated its firm and practical commitment to supporting Chilean welfare and cultural initiatives, both in Chile and here in the UK. Over the past year, through allocations from our General Funds and AME, we have donated a total of £15,834 in grants to institutions and projects dedicated to improving the well-being, opportunities, and cultural visibility of Chilean communities.
In 2025, the Society made a number of significant grants reflecting both our charitable and cultural objectives. These included support for the commemoration of the Robledo Brothers with a blue plaque, together with associated talks delivered by one of their daughters, ensuring that their legacy is properly recognised and shared with wider audiences.
We also supported initiatives aligned with the Society’s cultural mission, including Chilean Visual Arts and an exhibition held in Milton Keynes, helping to promote Chile’s artistic heritage and contemporary creativity in the UK.
In the field of education and social welfare, grants were awarded to Fundación Educational Choshuenco, to Colegio Especial Armonía which works with children with Down syndrome, and to Fundación La Llave, which provides opportunities for students from regions outside the capital, Santiago. These organisations are making tangible differences in the lives of young people and families, particularly those facing structural or geographic disadvantage.
In addition, we supported other important charitable initiatives, including Fundación Cristo Rey, among others.
Through these grants, the Anglo Chilean Society continues to translate its mission into meaningful action, strengthening cultural ties, supporting education, and contributing to the welfare and development of Chilean communities.
We look forward to another year of meaningful engagement, cultural celebration, and contributions to Chilean causes.
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The Accounts
The Society’s basic unrestricted income (General Funds) comes from the renewal of annual membership donations, together with new members and the contribution from life members, whose lump sum payments are brought to income over 5 years. This income was £5,740 last year compared with £5,307 in 2024. This has to cover the running costs of the Society which were £3,150 (£2,730 in 2024), leaving a very small amount to cover the objectives of the Society, charitable giving. In addition, the Society has the income from the Alan McDonald Endowment (AME Fund) (£7,075 compared with £6,500 in 2024). This is restricted to support of Chilean artists and writers in their creative development and supporting the general work of the Society in promoting Chile’s artistic and literary heritage and development.”
We are making an annual transfer of £1,000 to General Funds to cover the costs of running this scheme.
The main source of income for the Society to fulfill its charitable objectives is therefore the running of fundraising events. These raised a net £15,251 compared with £14,977 in 2024. The Mining Conference produced a higher net result. as we managed to reduce costs. In line with our objectives we continue to support a wide range of grant applications, focusing on projects which achieve impact and added value and where funding is not otherwise easily available. The Trustees have, over the years maintained a policy of holding at least £20,000 in reserve, i.e. to cover c. a year’s average running costs as contingency. General Funds reserves at the end of 2024 were £34,185. The Trustees therefore felt able to increase the level of grants to £15,500 compared with £12,200 in 2024, The contribution of the Mining Conference comes late in the year whereas grants are made throughout the year. Some sponsorship payments received later in the year will be reflected in the 2026 accounts. The Treasurer has improved the smoothing of availability of funds to ensure flexibility of grant giving, increasing reserves to £37,295 at the year end. The Society has moved to a system of two grant fiving rounds in March and September each year.
The AME Fund aims to deploy all its excess income every year and made grants totaling £6,000 compared with only £2,000 in 2024. This meant that it still has a balance of £5,300 to start 2026.
The market value of the AME endowed funds was £205,958.33 as at 31/12/2025 compared with £187,531 at 31/12/2024. This is dependent on market performance and the Committee keeps this under review through the fund managers.
Sponsors and Supporters
The Anglo Chilean Society extends its sincere gratitude to its sponsors and supporters, whose generosity and commitment have made our initiatives possible and contributed to their success.
We are particularly grateful to the following organisations and individuals for their financial contributions and sponsorship:
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Antofagasta PLC
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Anglo American PLC
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Rio Tinto PLC
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London Metal Exchange
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ME Elecmetal
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CleanTech Lithium
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Great Southern Copper (GSC)
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Teck
Their support has enabled the Society to host key events, such as the Mining Conference, and to continue providing grants and donations to institutions that benefit Chilean communities. We have also had expressions of interest of future support from BHP and Freeport McMoran and interest in collaboration from CESCO for future mining sector activities.
Additionally, we would like to extend our appreciation to the Embassy of Chile, which has generously allowed the Society to use its office space, further strengthening the collaborative relationship between our organisations.
We are deeply thankful for all our sponsors and partners, whose ongoing support allows the Society to fulfil its mission and make a meaningful impact.
Statement of Trustees’ Responsibilities
The Trustees are responsible for the preparation of annual financial statements in a format that complies with the Charities Act 2011 and are required to:
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Select suitable policies and then apply them consistently.
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Make judgments and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.
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Prepare accounts on the going concern basis unless the Trust will not continue in business.
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State whether applicable accounting standards and recommended practice have been followed, subject to material departures noted in the Annual Report.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping proper accounting records disclosing with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position and enabling them to ensure compliance with the Charities Act 2011. They are also responsible for safeguarding Trust assets and hence for taking reasonable steps to prevent or detect fraud and other irregularities.
The AGM will be at the Embassy on, 26[th] February 2026 at 6pm.
Fiona Clouder Chairman
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| THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY | THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY | THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY | THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY | THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY | THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY | THE ANGLO CHILEAN SOCIETY | |
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| BALANCE SHEET AT 31 DECEMBER 2025 | |||||||
| Note | 2025 | 2024 | |||||
| £ | £ | ||||||
| CURRENT ASSETS | |||||||
| Investments | 1a),b) | 130,000 | 130,000 | ||||
| Cash at bank | 30,191 | 31,837 | |||||
| Debtors | 5,000 | - | |||||
| National Savings Deposit | 8,368 | 8,265 | |||||
| Sub Total | 173,558 | 170,103 | |||||
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | |||||||
| Subscriptionsprepaid | 1d) | 750 | 680 | ||||
| Prepaid Annual Subs | 200 | - | |||||
| Sub Total | 950 | 680 | |||||
| NET CURRENT ASSETS | 172,608 | 169,423 | |||||
| NET ASSETS | 172,608 | 169,423 | |||||
| Excess foryear | 3,186 | 7,657 | |||||
| Starting Balance | 169,423 | 161,766 | |||||
| TOTAL RESERVES | 172,608 | 169,423 | |||||
| REPRESENTED BY FUNDS: | |||||||
| GENERAL | 37,295 | 34,185 | |||||
| AME INCOME | 5,314 | 5,237 | |||||
| AME ENDOWMENT | 130,000 | 130,000 | |||||
| TOTAL | 172,608 | 169,423 | |||||
| Approved bythe Trustees on 5th February,2026 | |||||||
| and signed on their behalf by: | |||||||
| Claudio Duran | Treasurer | ||||||
| The NOTES formpart of these accounts | |||||||
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| NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - YEAR TO 31 DECEMBER 2025 | NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - YEAR TO 31 DECEMBER 2025 | NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - YEAR TO 31 DECEMBER 2025 | NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - YEAR TO 31 DECEMBER 2025 | NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - YEAR TO 31 DECEMBER 2025 | ||
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| 1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES | ||||||
| a) Basis of accounting: The accounts are prepared on the historical cost basis, with accruals, | ||||||
| and in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Accounting Practice: Accounting | ||||||
| and Reporting by Charities (SORP 2005), UK Accounting Standards and the Charities Act 2011. | ||||||
| b) Investmentsare at book value. | ||||||
| c) Fixed assets/Stocks: Fixed assets and stocks are written off on acquisition. | ||||||
| d) Prepaid subscriptions: Life memberships are brought to income at the rate of 10% pa. | ||||||
| e) Fund raising events: Income is shown gross, before relevant expenses. | ||||||
| 2 FUNDS | ||||||
| In 2012 the Society received an endowment the income from which is restricted to | certain | |||||
| purposes as determined by the terms of the gift-AME Fund. | ||||||
| FUND MOVEMENTS- 2025 | £ | £ | £ | £ | £ | |
| Opening | Incoming | Outgoing | Transfer | Closing | ||
| AME Endowment | 130,000 | - | - | 130,000 | ||
| AME Income/expenditure | 5,239 | 7,075 | 6,000 | 1,000 | 5,314 | |
| General Funds | 34,184 | 26,204 | 24,093 | 1,000 | 37,295 | |
| Total | ~~169,423~~ | ~~33,279~~ | ~~30,093~~ | - | ~~172,609~~ | |
| 3 INCOMING RESOURCES in 2025 | 2025 | 2024 | ||||
| £ | £ | £ | £ | |||
| 3a Incoming resources- donors | Unrestricted | Restricted | Total | Total | ||
| Personal annual subs. | 3,544 | 3,557 | ||||
| Life subs. amortisation | 250 | 205 | ||||
| Commercial subscriptions | 100 | 200 | ||||
| Donations | 936 | 416 | ||||
| Tax recovery | 909 | - | 929 | |||
| Total | 5,740 | - | 5,307 | |||
| 3b Net Income from charitable trading | £ | £ | £ | |||
| 2025 | 2024 | |||||
| Income | Expense | Net | Net | |||
| Mining Conference | 17,508 | 2,288 | 15,221 | 13,036 | ||
| Wine Tasting | 2,607 | 1,826 | 782 | 2,169 | ||
| AGM | 95 | 95 - |
228 - |
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| Robledo Event | 197 | 543 | 347 - |
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| 80th Anniversary | 50 | 360 | 310 - |
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| Total | 20,362 | 5,112 | 15,251 | 14,977 | ||
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| NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS - CONTINUED | ||||||
| 4 RESOURCES USED | 2025 | 2024 | ||||
| 4a Grants: | £ | £ | ||||
| Fire Apeal Fund: | ||||||
| Bomberos Valpo | 2,169 | |||||
| AME Fund: | ||||||
| Romina-Singer | 500 | |||||
| D Portillo-V&A Exhib. | 1,500 | |||||
| Carice Singers/Anibal Vidal | 2,000 | - | ||||
| Barbara Oettinger MK Gallery | 2,000 | - | ||||
| Paz Erazuriz MK | 2,000 | - | ||||
| Total | 6,000 | 2,000 | ||||
| Unrestricted General Fund: | ||||||
| C Hola-St Margarets | 1,500 | |||||
| M Poncelll-Olympics | 1,500 | |||||
| Aqui Estamos-Doc. | 1,000 | |||||
| M Bonnebas Social Foundation | 2,035 | |||||
| Bomberos-Valpo | 1,561 | |||||
| Chilean artists Somers Gallery exhib. | 1,434 | |||||
| Bosque Frio | 2,000 | |||||
| T Curteis-Residence in Chile | 1,200 | |||||
| E Robledo | 1,000 | |||||
| Choshuenco | 1,662 | |||||
| Biennale | 2,000 | |||||
| Carmen Mardonez | 1,000 | |||||
| Patricia Macaren | 2,000 | |||||
| Felipe Pineda | 1,000 | |||||
| Fundacion La Llave | 2,015 | |||||
| Col. Armonia | 1,315 | |||||
| Fundacion Rey Cristo | 1,515 | |||||
| Repub Libano | 2,000 | - | ||||
| Total | 15,507 | 12,230 | ||||
| GRAND TOTAL | 21,507 | 16,399 | ||||
| 4b Management and administration: | ||||||
| General office expenses | 1,914 | 1,352 | ||||
| Financial Charges | 290 | 182 | ||||
| Web site/Internet | 558 | 810 | ||||
| Insurance | 415 | 386 | ||||
| Total | 3,178 | 2,730 | ||||
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Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees of The Anglo Chilean Society
This report on the 2025 accounts is in respect of an examination carried out under section 145 of the Charities Act 2011 (the Act).
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and Examiner:
As Trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts and keeping records under section 130 of the Act. It is my responsibility to issue this report in accordance with the Directions made under section 145 (5) (b) of the Act.
Basis of Independent Examiner’s report:
My examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Society and a comparison of the accounts with those records. It also includes considering any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as Trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit opinion on the accounts.
Independent Examiner’s statement:
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements
a) to keep accounting records in accordance with the Act; and
b) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the requirements of the Act, have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed: Caroline Ellis Dated: February 2026
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