Trustees Annual Report
For the period
From (start date) 0 1 0 4 2 5 to end date 3 1 0 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
| 194 Cookham Road | ||||
| Maidenhead | ||||
| Postcode | S | L | 6 | 7 |
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)
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Trustee Name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
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| Neil Trivedi | GroupScout Leader & Lead Volunteer | ||
| TonyDoolan | Assistant GroupScout Leader | ||
| Jo Buy | Chair | ||
| Matt Buy | Treasurer | ||
| 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
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The Group's governing documents are those of the The Scout They consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to Laws of the Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rule Scout Association.
(e.g. trust deed, constitution)
How the charity is constituted
The Group is a trust established under its rules which are comm Scouts.
(e.g. trust, association, company)
Trustee selection methods (e.g. appointed by, elected by)
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 information, where relevant, about:
The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board, the memb are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout Group which is an educ As charity trustees they are responsible for complying with legi applicable to charities. This includes the registration, keeping p accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as ap
The Trustee Board consists of the Chair, Treasurer and 4 Trus 1 Ex Officio Trustee, and 3 appointed Trustees) and meets eve Policies and procedures adopted for: Members of the Trustee Board complete Being a Scouts Truste 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 we 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 volu high-quality and safe programmes that gives young people skil
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| Section B | Structure, governance and management (continued) | Structure, governance and management (continued) |
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| Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 1) The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks to whic the Group is exposed, these have been reviewed and systems established to mitigate against them. The main areas of conce been identified are: Damage to the building, property and equipment. The Group h two sites. HQ on Cookham Rd and Marion's Meadow campsite In the unlikely case of the total loss of one of these sites, the o utilised. In the very unlikely case of both sites being lost simult Group would request the use of buildings, property and equipm Scout groups, neighbouring organisations such as the memori church and community centre. The Group has sufficient buildin contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent loss Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members. The Grou capitation fees contributes to the Scout Associations national a insurance policy. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all mandatory training is monitored - this includes health and safe Reduced income from fund raising. The Group is primarily relia income from subscriptions and fundraising. The group does ho ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major redu income. The Board has plans to raise the value of subscription the income to the group on an annual basis. The group has re volunteer to support with fundraising activities. Reduction or loss of leaders. The group is totally reliant upon v run and administer the activities of the group. Providng sufficie given and there are sufficient adult volunteers within a particul continuity of the section will not be an issue. If there was a sud in the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particula the group as a whole then there may be a contraction, consoli closure of a section. In the worst case scenario the complete c 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 in section or the group as whole then there would have to be a c consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenari closure of the Group. 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 b separately by the Trustee board. |
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| Section C | Objectives and activities The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in 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 and 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 range of experiences and activities to the Young People who a FPSG. |
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| 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 i 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 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 range of experiences and activities to the Young People who a 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;
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contribution made by volunteers;
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policy on investments.
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| Public benefit statement | The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit crite the advancement of education and the advancement of citizen community development headings. |
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| Section D Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year |
Achievements and performance | Achievements and performance |
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See attached report |
| Section E | Financial Review | Financial Review |
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| 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 |
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| Reserves Policy The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources t charitable activities of the group should income and fundraisin short. The Group Trustee Board considers that the group shou equivalent to 3 months running costs, circa £20,000. The Group held reserves of approximately £24,000 against thi This is above the level required for operating expenses. Howe explained by the income received from subs and donations as accounts. |
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Further financial review details (optional information)
You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about: Investment Policy (Specimen 1)
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• the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising); The Group's Income and Expenditure is very small and as a co does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer-term investme stocks and shares. The Group has therefore adopted a low risk the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using onl banks or building societies or The Scout Association's Short Te 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 maximu 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 fl 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 st 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 the | There are no significant activites planned for the coming year outside the |
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| 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
| Signature(s) Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair) Date |
Matt Buy | Matt Buy | Matt Buy | Matt Buy | Matt Buy | Matt Buy | Jo Buy |
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| Matt Buy | Jo Buy | ||||||
| Treasurer | Chair | ||||||
| 2 1 0 8 2 6 |
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| 2 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 2 | 6 |
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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 |
4/1/2025 | To | 3/31/2026 | |
| Receipts and payments | ||||
| Receipts | 2025/26 £ 8,251 13,412 2,352 3,213 887 8,966 37,081 - - - 1,566.84 147.05 - 1,714 - 11 11 - - - - 38,806 - 38,806 Unrestricted funds |
2024/25 £ Unrestricted funds |
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| Donations, legacies and similar income | ||||
| Membershipsubscriptions | 8,251 | 13,242 | ||
| Donations | 13,412 | 2,489 | ||
| Legacies | ||||
| Gift Aid | 2,352 | 6,326 | ||
| Activities | 3,213 | 3,082 | ||
| Badges and Uniforms | 887 | 85 | ||
| Camps and Expeditions | 8,966 | 9,480 | ||
| Other similar income | 9,119 | |||
| Sub total | 37,081 | 43,823 | ||
| Grants | ||||
| Maintenenacegrant | - | - | ||
| Othergrants | - | - | ||
| Sub total | - | - | ||
| Fundraising events(gross) | ||||
| EasyFundraising | 120 | |||
| Event | 1,566.84 | - | ||
| Recyclingat HQ | 147.05 | - | ||
| F3 | - | - | ||
| Sub total | 1,714 | 120 | ||
| Scout hut income | ||||
| Hire of building | 904 | |||
| Hire of equipment | - | - | ||
| Other Scout hut income | 11 | - | ||
| Sub total | 11 | 904 | ||
| Investment income | ||||
| Bank interest | - | - | ||
| BuildingSocietyinterest | - | - | ||
| The Scout Association Short Term Investment Service | - | - | ||
| Other investment income | ||||
| Sub total | - | - | ||
| Total Gross Income Asset and investment sales, etc. Total receipts |
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| 44,847 | ||||
| - | ||||
| 38,806 | 44,847 |
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 |
4/1/2025 | To | 3/31/2026 | |
| Receipts and payments | ||||
| Payments | 2025/26 £ 7,480 9,758 1,148 1,291 1,863 9,382 1,075 4,457 2,068 1,153 254 39,930 743 - - - 743 40,672.09 - 40,672 - 1,866 26,150 24,284 Unrestricted funds |
2024/25 £ Unrestricted funds |
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| Charitable Payments | ||||
| Membershipsubscriptionspaid on(National/County/Area/District) | 7,480 | 15,982 | ||
| Youthprogramme and activities | 9,758 | 6,858 | ||
| AGM and trustee expenses | ||||
| Rent | 697 | |||
| Water and Sewerage | 1,148 | 10 | ||
| Electricityand Gas | 1,291 | 3,241 | ||
| Insurance | 1,863 | 1,968 | ||
| Repairs and Renewals | 9,382 | 22,177 | ||
| Cleaning | 1,075 | 1,004 | ||
| Printingandphotocopying | ||||
| Contribution to campcosts | 4,457 | 9,494 | ||
| Uniforms | 2,068 | 1,906 | ||
| AGM and trustee expenses | ||||
| Equipment Expensed | 1,153 | 408 | ||
| OSM Costs | ||||
| Funds due to Dragons | ||||
| Finance Costs | ||||
| Sundry | 254 | 155 | ||
| Sub total | 39,930 | 63,901 | ||
| Fundraising expenses | ||||
| Event - Elephant racing | 743 | 117 | ||
| Detail 2 | - | - | ||
| Detail 3 | - | - | ||
| Other fundraisingcosts | - | - | ||
| Sub total | 743 | 117 | ||
| Total Gross Expenditure Asset and investment purchases, etc. Total payments Net of receipts/(payments) Cash funds last year end Cash funds this year end |
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| 64,018 | ||||
| - | ||||
| 64,018 | ||||
| - 1,866 | - 19,171 | |||
| 26,150 | 45,321 | |||
| 24,284 | 26,150 |
Furze Platt (3rd Maidenhead) Scout Group (Charity no. 271398) Receipts and payments account
| Year start date | Year start date | Year start date | Year end date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For the year from |
4/1/2025 | To | 3/31/2026 | |
| Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year | ||||
| 31st March 2026 Unrestricted funds £ Cash funds Bank current account 24,284 Bank deposit account Buildingsocietyaccount The Scout Association Short Term Investment Service Cash/Floats - 24,284 (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 771,520 Motor vehicles - Scoutingequipment,furniture etc 37,500 Other - Sub total 809,020 Liabilities Accounts notyetpaid - Expenses incurred but not invoiced - Subscriptions notyetpaid - Loan - detail - Other liabilities - Sub total - Total net assets 833,304 Total cash funds |
31st March 2025 Unrestricted funds £ |
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| 26,150 | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| 26,150 | ||||
| ok | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| 763,120 | ||||
| - | ||||
| 37,520 | ||||
| - | ||||
| 800,640 | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| - | ||||
| Total net assets | 833,304 | 826,790 |
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 trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Furze Platt Scout Group for the year ended 31[st] March 2026.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the Furze Platt Scout Group you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the Furze Platt Scout Group 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:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of Furze Platt Scout Group as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination 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 FCCA (retired)
Name: Alan G Abrahamson
Relevant professional qualification or membership of professional bodies: Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (Retired)
Address: 44 Ashcroft Road, Maidenhead
Date: 1[st] June 2026