2024-03-31-accounts

Trustees Annual Report

For the period

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Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name Furze Platt Scouts Group (3rd Maidenhead)
Other names the charity is known by
Registered charity number (if any) 2 7 1 3 9 8
HQ registration number
Charity’s principal address 194 Cookham Road
Maidenhead
Postcode S L 6 7
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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

(These will be published in the annual report of the charity and the Charity Register if reporting for a Registered Charity with a charity regulator)

1 2 3 4 5 6	Trustee Name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year
	Neil Trivedi	GroupScout Leader & Lead Volunteer
	TonyDoolan	Assistant GroupScout Leader
	Jo Buy	Chair
	Matt Buy	Treasurer	Sep-23
	Simon Barrett	Leaders representative and Property
	Malcolm Burtt	IT Director

Names and addresses of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice) (These will be published in the annual report of the charity)

Type of advisor	Name	Address
Independent Examiner	Alan Abrahamson

Section B Structure, governance and management

Description of the charity’s trusts

Type of governing document

The Group's governing documents are those of the The Scout They consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority t Laws of the Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rul Scout Association. (e.g. trust deed, constitution) How the charity is constituted The Group is a trust established under its rules which are com Scouts. (e.g. trust, association, company) Trustee selection methods The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Org (e.g. appointed by, elected by) Rules of The Scout Association.

The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Org Rules of The Scout Association.

Additional governance issues (optional information but encouraged as best practice)

You may choose to include additional The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board, the mem information, where relevant, about: are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout Group which is an educ charity. As charity trustees they are responsible for complying legislation applicable to charities. This includes the registration proper accounts and making returns to the Charity Commissio appropriate. The Trustee Board consists of the Chair, Treasurer and 3 Trus (including 1 Ex Officio Trustee, and 3 appointed Trustees) and Policies and procedures adopted for: 2 months.

Members of the Trustee Board complete Being a Scouts Trust within the first 6 months of joining the Board.

a) the induction and training of trustees; b) trustee' consideration of major risks and the systems and procedures to manage them

This Group Trustee Board exists to make sure the charity is w risks are assessed and mitigated, buildings and equipment are working order, and everyone follows legal requirements and th organisation's policies and rules. Their support helps other vol high-quality and safe programmes that gives young people sk

Section B Structure, governance and management (continued)	Section B Structure, governance and management (continued)	Section B Structure, governance and management (continued)
	Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 1) The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks to whi the Group is exposed, these have been reviewed and system established to mitigate against them. The main areas of conce been identified are: Damage to the building, property and equipment. The Group two sites. HQ on Cookham Rd and Marion's Meadow campsit In the unlikely case of the total loss of one of these sites, the utilised. In the very unlikely case of both sites being lost simul Group would request the use of buildings, property and equip other Scout groups, neighbouring organisations such as the m the church and community centre. The Group has sufficient b contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent los Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members. The Grou capitation fees contributes to the Scout Associations national insurance policy. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all mandatory training is monitored - this includes health and safe aid. Reduced income from fund raising. The Group is primarily reli income from subscriptions and fundraising. The group does h to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major re income. The Board has plans to raise the value of subscriptio the income to the group on an ongoing basis. The group is ac for a Trustee member to join with the sole function of fundraisi Reduction or loss of leaders. The group is totally reliant upon run and administer the activities of the group. Providng suffici given and there are sufficient adult volunteers within a particu continuity of the section will not be an issue. If there was a su in the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particul the group as a whole then there may be a contraction, consoli closure of a section. In the worst case scenario the complete particular sections would be follwed by a closure of the group. Reduction or loss of members. The Group provides activities f people aged 4 to 18. If there was a reduction in membership i section or the group as whole then there would have to be a c consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenar complete closure of the Group.	s h e o t m u s a a o n t v e l d c n
	Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 2) The group has in place systems of internal controls that are d provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagem these include two signatories for all payments and a compreh insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered. limit of £500 per trsansaction. Sums greater than this have to separately by the Trustee board.

Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 2)

The group has in place systems of internal controls that are de provide reasonable assurance against material mismanageme these include two signatories for all payments and a comprehe insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered. T limit of £500 per trsansaction. Sums greater than this have to separately by the Trustee board.

Section C	Objectives and activities The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. The Values of Scouting As Scouts we are guided by these values: Integrity -We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy an Respect -We have self-respect and respect for others. Care -We support others and take care of the world in which w Belief -We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes. Co-operation -We make a positive difference; we co-operate and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with a together based on the values of Scouting and: - enjoy what they are doing and have fun - take part in activities indoors and outdoors - learn by doing - share in spiritual reflection - take responsibility and make choices - undertake new and challenging activities - make and live by their Promise. Meetings at HQ, at our campsite and at other off site locations wide range of experiences and activities to the Young People members of FPSG.
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects	The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. The Values of Scouting As Scouts we are guided by these values: Integrity -We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy an Respect -We have self-respect and respect for others. Care -We support others and take care of the world in which Belief -We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes. Co-operation -We make a positive difference; we co-operate and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with together based on the values of Scouting and: - enjoy what they are doing and have fun - take part in activities indoors and outdoors - learn by doing - share in spiritual reflection - take responsibility and make choices - undertake new and challenging activities - make and live by their Promise.
	Meetings at HQ, at our campsite and at other off site locations wide range of experiences and activities to the Young People members of FPSG.

Additional details of the objectives and activities (optional information but encouraged as best practice)

You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:

• policy on grantmaking;

• contribution made by volunteers;

• policy on investments.

Public benefit statement Section D Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year	The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit crit the advancement of education and the advancement of citize community development headings.	The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit crit the advancement of education and the advancement of citize community development headings.
	See attachment report
	Financial Review
Section E
Quantify and explain any designations Details of any funds materially in deficit (circumstances plus steps to eliminate) Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves
	Reserves Policy The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources charitable activities of the group should income and fundraisin short. The Group Trustee Board considers that the group sho equivalent to 3 months running costs, circa £20,000. The Group held reserves of approximately £45,000 against th This is above the level required for operating expenses. Howe explained by the income received from subs and donations as accounts.	u

Further financial review details (optional information)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about: Investment Policy (Specimen 1)

• the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising); The Group's Income and Expenditure is very small and as a c does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer-term investm stocks and shares. The Group has therefore adopted a low ris the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using on banks or building societies or The Scout Association's Short T Investment Service. • how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity; The Group Trustee Board regularly monitors the levels of bank the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maxim income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may an account that requires a period of notice before funds may b before doing so the Group Trustee Board considers the cash f requirements. • investment policy and objectives; Investment Policy (Specimen 2) The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer te investments. The Group has therefore adopted a risk averse s investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only m banks or building societies.

There are no significant activites planned for the coming year outside th	There are no significant activites planned for the coming year outside th
Section F	Other Optional Information
Plans for future periods (details of any
significant activities planned to achieve
them)
	See accompanying Word document
Section G	Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above

Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees

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Furze Platt (3rd Maidenhead) Scout Group (Charity no. 271398) Receipts and payments account

		Year start date	Year start date	Year end date
	For the year from	4/1/2023	To	3/31/2024
Receipts and payments
Receipts		2023/24 Unrestricted funds £ 14,695 3,512 5,000 - 3,284 90 17,595 - 44,176 - - - 1,895 - - - 1,895 300 - - 300 - - - 27 27 46,398 - 46,398		2022/23 Unrestricted funds £
Donations, legacies and similar income
Membershipsubscriptions		14,695		19,939
Donations		3,512		3,921
Legacies		5,000		-
Gift Aid		-		3,304
Activities		3,284		8,757
Badges and Uniforms		90		30
Camps and Expeditions		17,595		8,457
Other similar income		-		-
Sub total		44,176		44,408
Grants
Maintenenacegrant		-		-
Othergrants		-		-
Sub total		-		-
Fundraising events(gross)
EasyFundraising		1,895		21
Detail 2		-		-
Detail 3		-		-
F3		-		-
Sub total		1,895		21
Scout hut income
Hire of building		300		140
Hire of equipment		-		-
Other Scout hut income		-		-
Sub total		300		140
Investment income
Bank interest		-		-
BuildingSocietyinterest		-		-
The Scout Association Short Term Investment Service		-		-
Other investment income		27		6
Sub total		27		6
Total Gross Income Asset and investment sales, etc. Total receipts
				44,575
				-
		46,398		44,575

Furze Platt (3rd Maidenhead) Scout Group (Charity no. 271398) Receipts and payments account

		Year start date	Year start date	Year end date
	For the year from	4/1/2023	To	3/31/2024
Receipts and payments
Payments		2023/24 Unrestricted funds £ 9,149 6,330 - 1,553 356 1,586 1,902 7,411 1,085 15,408 1,886 558 585 47,810 1,044 - - - 1,044 48,854 - 48,854 - 2,457 47,778 45,321		2022/23 Unrestricted funds £
Charitable Payments
Membershipsubscriptionspaid on(National/County/Area/District)		9,149		11,410
Youthprogramme and activities		6,330		11,959
AGM and trustee expenses		-		186
Rent		1,553		-
Water and Sewerage		356		2,202
Electricityand Gas		1,586		4,638
Insurance		1,902		3,206
Repairs and Renewals		7,411		20
Cleaning		1,085		611
Printingandphotocopying				24
Contribution to campcosts		15,408		11,852
Uniforms		1,886		1,851
AGM and trustee expenses				-
Equipment Expensed		558		1,272
OSM Costs				798
Funds due to Dragons				-
Finance Costs				1,331
Sundry		585		-
Sub total		47,810		51,360
Fundraising expenses
Quiz		1,044		233
Detail 2		-		-
Detail 3		-		-
Other fundraisingcosts		-		-
Sub total		1,044		233
Total Gross Expenditure Asset and investment purchases, etc. Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end
				51,593
				-
				51,593
		- 2,457		- 7,018
		47,778		54,796
		45,321		47,778

Furze Platt (3rd Maidenhead) Scout Group (Charity no. 271398) Receipts and payments account

Receipts and	payments account	payments account	payments account
	Year start date			Year end date
	For the year from	4/1/2023	To	3/31/2024
Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year
31st March 2024 Unrestricted funds £ Cash funds Bank current account 45,321 Bank deposit account Buildingsocietyaccount The Scout Association Short Term Investment Service Cash/Floats - 45,321 (agree balances with receipts andpayments account) ok Other monetary assets Tax claim - Debts due from the County/Area/District/Group - Insurance claim - Sub total - Investment assets Investmentproperty- detail - Quoted investments - Scout Bond - Sub total - Non monetary assets for charity's own use Badge stock - Shopstock - Other stock - Land and buildings 724,920 Motor vehicles - Scoutingequipment,furniture etc 37,000 Other - Sub total 761,920 Liabilities Accounts notyetpaid - Expenses incurred but not invoiced - Subscriptions notyetpaid - Loan - detail - Other liabilities - Sub total - Total net assets 807,241 Total cash funds				31st March 2023 Unrestricted funds £
				45,850
				-
				-
				1,928
				-
				47,778
				ok
				-
				-
				-
				-
				-
				-
				-
				-
				-
				43
				-
				247,000
				-
				25,666
				-
				272,709
				- 2,750
				-
				-
				-
				-
				- 2,750
Total net assets		807,241		317,737

The above receipts and payments account and statement of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees on Xth X 200X (the date of the Executive Committee meeting that approved the accounts) and signed on their behalf by

Signature	Print Name
	Chair
	Treasurer

Independent examiner’s report to the trustees of Furze Platt Scout Group (‘the Scout Group’).

I report to the charity trustees on examination of the accounts of the Scout Group for the year ending 31[st] March 2024.

Responsibilities & basis of the report

As the charity’s trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act 2011 (“the Act”).

I report in respect of my examination of the Trust’s accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Independent examiner’s statement

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:

1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Trust as required by section 130 of the Act;

or

1. the accounts do not accord with those records.

I confirm there are no other matters to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Signed: Alan G Abrahamson

Name: Alan G Abrahamson. FCCA (Retired) Contact email: [e-mail]

Date: 10[th] June 2024