9th Aylesbury **Hledledd a tou r9th tou r9thou r9thu r9th r9th9ththh Aelyelysbur yHQ p.m .on.m .onm .on .ononn Wednesda yednesda ydnesda ynesda yesda ysda yda ya y y25thJ une** Scou tGrou p Annual **Volunteeirng si eaeisolunteeirng si eaeislunteeirng si eaeisunteeirng si eaeisnteeirng si eaeisteeirng si eaeiseeirng si eaeiseirng si eaeisirng si eaeisng si eaeisg si eaeis si eaeiseaeisaeiseist rhany out hin.k Wtihf us lluppo trantihf us lluppo tranhf us lluppo tranf us lluppo tranus lluppo trans lluppo tranuppo tranppo tranpo trano tran trananndrt ianingy ,ouc an** General **voluntee ronoluntee ronluntee ronuntee ronntee rontee ronee rone ron rononn aelf ixbelf ixbixbbel** Meeitn 2025 g 9thaylesburyscoutgroup@gmac.liom **Hledledd a tou r9th tou r9thou r9thu r9th r9th9ththh Aelyelysbur yHQ a t7.00 p.m .on.m .onm .on .ononn Wednesda yednesda ydnesda ynesda yesda ysda yda ya y y25thJ une 2025** **Volunteeirng si eaeisolunteeirng si eaeislunteeirng si eaeisunteeirng si eaeisnteeirng si eaeisteeirng si eaeiseeirng si eaeiseirng si eaeisirng si eaeisng si eaeisg si eaeis si eaeiseaeisaeiseist rhany out hin.k Wtihf us lluppo trantihf us lluppo tranhf us lluppo tranf us lluppo tranus lluppo trans lluppo tranuppo tranppo tranpo trano tran trananndrt ianingy ,ouc an voluntee ronoluntee ronluntee ronuntee ronntee rontee ronee rone ron rononn aelf ixbelf ixbixbbel ba .sis** ## **9th AYLESBURY SCOUT COUNCIL** ## Annual General Meeting ## Wednesday 25th June 2025 at 7.00p.m. at the 9[th] Aylesbury Scout Headquarters Oakfield Road ## **AGENDA** ## **1. Introduction and welcome** ## **2. Apologies for absence** ## **3. Governance topics** - a. Approve the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on 26 June 2024 - b. Note the Group’s financial year - c. Agree the number of members that may be appointed to the Trustee Board - d. Agree the quorum for future meetings of the Group Scout Council (excluding this AGM) ## **4.** ## **Review of the previous year** - a. The Group Lead Volunteer’s review of Scouts during the past 12 months in the 9[th] Aylesbury Scout Group - b. Receive and consider the Annual Report of the Group Trustee Board, including the annual Statement of the Accounts ## **5. Making appointments** - a. Appoint the Scrutineer ## **6. Closing remarks** ## **Minutes of 9th Aylesbury Scout Group Annual General Meeting** Held at 9[th] Aylesbury Scout Headquarters Monday 26 June 2024 at 7.00pm ## Present: **Current Trustee Board Members** : **Other Attendees Other Attendees (Cont)** Paul Sypko (Chair) Murray Dobbie (District Oli Baron Kelvin Leaver (GLV) Commissioner) Dipa Patel Ayse Kongur Hunter-Watts Nick Mutasa Rakesh Patel Jeewantin Mutukumarana Jackie Richards (Treasurer) James Remmington Paul Biswell (Facilities Manager) Mai-Sand Ayres Iain Burnett Dave Rayner (Beaver Sectional Hazel Loader Allyson Leaver (Cub Sectional Leader) James Loader Leader) Sue Biswell (Administrator) Lovita Furtado Catherine Mannion (Cub Sectional Belinda Twissell Leader) Kristina Anastasova Lee Elliott (Cub Sectional Leader) ## **1. Introduction and welcome** Paul Sypko (Chair) opened the meeting and thanked everyone for attending. ## **2. Apologies for absence** Apologies were received from: Chris Harper (District Chair), Ruth Target, Louisa E Whidborne, Cara Underwood, Sarah Davis, Jen Staszewski and Alison Hall. ## **3. Governance topics** The Chair explained this part of the meeting was to make sure the charity’s foundations are in good order. ## **3a. Approve the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on 17 July 2023** The Group Trustee Board reviewed the minutes of the previous AGM held on 17 July 2023 at their meeting on 28 September 2023. By way of a reminder, given its particular importance, please note that the Group Scout Council, at the previous AGM in 2023, adopted the model constitution from Chapter 5 of Policy, Organisation and Rules in line with the recommendation from Scout Headquarters – and this decision is recorded in the minutes. I put forward these minutes are taken as read and ask the Group Scout Council to agree they’re a true record of that meeting. This was Seconded by Mai Sand Ayres and a show of hands was requested to approve the minutes. The minutes were approved. ## **3b. Note the Group’s financial year** The Chair asked the Group Scout Council to note the charity’s financial year as running from 1 April to 31 March. ## **Minutes of 9th Aylesbury Scout Group Annual General Meeting** ## **3c. Agree the number of members that may be appointed to the Trustee Board** Following good practice recommendations from the Charity Governance Code, POR states Trustee Boards should have a minimum of 5, and no more than 12, Trustees in total. This includes ex officio and co-opted Trustees. The Chair advised The Group Scout Council that they must agree the number of people to be appointed to the Trustee Board. The outgoing Trustee Board recommends that a maximum of 10 people are appointed. He proposed the Group Scout Council approves that recommendation. This was Seconded by Iain Burnett and a show of hands approved this proposal ## **3d. Agree the quorum for future meetings of the Group Scout Council (excluding this AGM)** The Group Scout Council must agree its quorum (this is the minimum number of Group Scout Council members that must be present at Group Scout Council meetings). The outgoing Trustee Board recommends the quorum should be set at 15 people. This proposal was Seconded by James Loader and a show of hands approved the number. ## **4. Review of the previous year** ## **4a. The Group Lead Volunteer’s review of Scouts in the 9[th] Aylesbury Group** The Group Lead Volunteer (Kelvin Leaver)’s review of Scouting in the 9[th] Aylesbury Scout Group is detailed in the AGM booklet. Kelvin explained that he had a very good Leader Team and this has helped offer the young members lots of activities and experiences, like Nights Away, etc. and many of the young people achieve top awards in their sections. He thanked them all for their hard work. The Chair also added his thanks for the time and effort put in by all the Leadership team, along with others involved ‘behind the scenes’. ## **4b. Receive and consider the Annual Report of the Group Trustee Board including the annual** ## **Statement of Accounts** The Chair advised that the Group Trustee Board had approved the Annual Report and Statement of Accounts, and had received the report on the accounts from the Scrutineer. These documents are detailed in the AGM booklet. The Group Treasurer (Jackie Richards) explained that our bank balance was looking very healthy at present as we had benefitted from grants in previous years. There were no questions raised regarding the accounts The Chair thanked Jackie for her hard work. ## **Minutes of 9th Aylesbury Scout Group Annual General Meeting** ## **5. Making appointments** The Chair explained we use this part of the meeting to organise the setup of the charity until the next AGM and we need to appoint a Trustee Board to oversee good governance for the charity over the next year. ## **5a. Appoint the Group Chair, following recommendations from the open selection process initiated by the Group Trustee Board** At this point, the Chair stood down from his role and handed the chairmanship of the meeting over to the Group Lead Volunteer. The Group Lead Volunteer explained the open selection process agreed by the Trustee Board and following this, he recommends to the Group Scout Council that Paul Sypko should be (re)appointed as Group Chair. A show of hands approved the recommendation of Paul as Chair. ## **5b. Appoint the Group Treasurer, following recommendations from the open selection process initiated by the Group Trustee Board** The Chair explained the open selection process agreed by the Trustee Board and the recommendation to the Group Scout Council was that Jackie Richards should be appointed as Group Treasurer. A show of hands approved the recommendation of Jackie as Group Treasurer. ## **5c. Appoint members of the Group Trustee Board, following recommendations from the open selection process initiated by the Group Trustee Board** The Chair explained that following the open selection process agreed by the Trustee Board, the recommendation to the Group Scout Council was that Sue Biswell, Paul Biswell, Dave Rayner, Ayse Hunter-Watts and Allyson Leaver should be appointed as members of the Group Trustee Board. A show of hands approved these recommendations. The Chair advised the Group Scout Council that Stuart Millward, who was a Trustee Board Member since the previous AGM, would no longer be standing. He went on to thank him and all the Trustee Board Members for their work during the year. ## **5d. Appoint the Scrutineer** The Chair advised the Group Scout Council that Helen Calcutt was proposed for the role of Scrutineer by the outgoing Trustee Board, and confirms that she is qualified for the role. It was noted that Helen had very recently got married and her married name is now Helen Green. (Congratulations to Helen and her husband). A show of hands approved Helen Green’s appointment as Scrutineer. ## **6. Closing remarks** Murray Dobbie (District Commissioner) thanked the Trustee Board and Leaders for what they do for the Group. ## **Minutes of 9th Aylesbury Scout Group** ## **Annual General Meeting** Another parent added his thanks, stating that he thought the Leadership Team at the Group were exceptional. Further comments were made regarding how many of the volunteers had helped the Group for years, and no one should be worried about how much or how little they could offer. Many hands make it easier for all - this is why it has been decided to re-introduce the Parent-Rota to some of the sections. A little offer of time can make a big difference ….. and you may realise how much you enjoy the experience! The Group Lead Volunteer presented Jason, Assistant Scout Leader with his 5 Year Award Certificate, Well done Jason. The Chair thanked everyone again for attending and advised refreshments were available in the garden. The meeting closed at 19.30. ## **Chair’s Report** It is my privilege to present the Chair’s Report for the 9th Aylesbury Scout Group’s Annual Report. This has been a year of exceptional progress and achievement, marked by key milestones that will shape the future of our Group for many years to come. One of the most significant highlights was securing the freehold of our Oakfield HQ. This is a landmark moment, ensuring that we have a permanent home to support the activities and opportunities we offer to young people, now and for generations to come. This, of course, complements and underpins the broad, engaging and excellent programme of activities that have been delivered throughout the year for all of our Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. More about this is provided in the Group Lead Volunteer’s report. None of this would have been possible without the dedication and hard work of our incredible volunteers. From leading activities and supporting events to handling vital administrative tasks, every contribution makes a real difference. A heartfelt thank you goes to all our adult volunteers and section leaders for the time, effort, and enthusiasm they bring to the Group. In particular, I want to express special gratitude to our Group Lead Volunteer for his unwavering dedication and the immense amount he does to ensure the success of the 9th Aylesbury Scout Group. Our trustees also play an essential role, working diligently behind the scenes to support the Group’s operations and ensure we remain on a strong foundation. Their efforts, alongside those of our other volunteers, allow us to continue growing and offering young people a truly enriching experience. As we look ahead, we always need more adult volunteers to support our work. Whether it’s helping occasionally as a parent volunteer, taking on a more regular role in leading activities, or joining as a trustee, there are many ways to get involved. Every contribution, big or small, helps us to continue delivering life-changing opportunities for our young members. Thank you to everyone who has contributed to the success of the 9th Aylesbury Scout Group this year. 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We are also mindful of the funding for ongoing expenses such as the general upkeep and running of the HQ along with replacement equipment as and when required. The monthly subscriptions are currently £12.50 and have not been reviewed or changed since September 2016 so after careful consideration this will be increasing to **£13.50 per month with effect from September 2025** . Please note subscriptions are due by the 9[th] of each month via regular standing order or bank transfer and we would ask that you contact your bank in order to change the amount payable accordingly. Annually we apply to the HMRC for Gift Aid against the subscriptions we receive from those of you who have signed up for Gift Aid (which is at NO additional cost to yourselves). This enables us to gain additional income and last year we claimed back £2273 for which we are very grateful and it does make a significant difference to our Group so please consider completing a form or let us know if you are unable to Gift Aid and I will remove you from my chase up list. For more information please ask. We are also still always looking for new supporters through the Vale Lottery which enables you to support us here at the 9[th ] , whilst being in with a chance of winning some funding for yourselves! If you - would like more information please visit our page on their website: www.valelottery.co.uk/support/9th aylesbury-scout-group . We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support and prompt subscription payments. Kind regards ## **Jackie Richards - Group Treasurer** 9th AYLESBURY SCOUT GROUP FINANCIAL STATEMENT Prepared on IApril 2025 Figures Calculated up to and•including 31 March 2025 Payments Receipts Tot& ￿ fo t*Jt4from abov¢) 14877.50 -6240.(X) 1620.42 kefw Collection 192.50 0.00 1599.61 78.08 380.64 1842.20 413.04 247.21 1024.16 14023,60 21421.46 Ele¢tri¢ity Ookfield Road 6round Rent 8637. Buildin9 fhsuranc¢ Annual MainteMne¢ Contraet¥ Cl¢anin9/Pr¢mises Suppli¢s Repairs and Rer¢*nl$ Odkfield Raad L4aM Purchase kll Hire *IS - 3Jl3125 38CQ.¢XI Scthrtiry Activiti 5337.CKI 5￿Ut119 Activiti Paid To Sections 5816.70 1259.¢XI 7075.70 AIISC PAyli￿rS Badw Etc Uniforms Admin Items E+4uiPn￿t A6M Badges Et¢ Uniforms Admin fteth8 Equipment A6M 529.00 274.40 202.33 821.93 29.20 0.00 20.00 80.00 0.00 0.00 1956.86 0.￿) o.ch) Compensation 6ift Aid Domtio Fundraisin9 6rant4 Z273.67 67.00 171.50 Trairdr Fundraisir8 2512.17 Bank Intere8t 5n.87 TOTAL RE￿pT$ Pok THE YEAR 20858.54 TOTAL PAYMENTS FQR THE Y 30454.02 Total receipts for th¢ yY4r 20858.54 Total paymtnts for the ye4r 30.454.02 2274.01 t r¢¢eipts Ipoyrnnts) for the yrdr 9.595.48 Ewit Acwrfs) 48205.80 L2£- Cash, bank and similar furyls brotyht 6(X)75.29 1901.2 ooIS.Lg thsh, bank and $imilor fvnds corried forwryd 50479.81 Total 8qnk a￿oUntS/caSh 50479.81 TREASURER NOTES: Difference So,OF- o. Il* 9th Aylesbury Scout Group (Charity No. 300652) Receipts and payments account For the year from 0110412024 3110312025 Receipts and payments 2023124 Unrestflcted funds 2024125 Unre8trfcted fund6 Donations la acies and 51mllar Income Membershi subscri lions Donations Le aeies Gift Aid Other similar income 67 Com nsalion Sub total 30 Grants Mainlenenace Other rants rant Sub totsl Fundraisin Detsil 1 Mis¢ Detsll 2 Scoulin Acbvitjes Detai5 3 Bad eslscorveg Ree81 Other fundraisin actlvltles Sub totsl ovents 138 172 11 S¢out hut incom• Hire of buildin Hire of e ment Other Scout hul Incom6 Sub total Invo8tmgnt Income Bank inter881 Buildin Socie inlerosl Th8 Scout Asso¢igtion Short Temi Investsnent SeThice Other investment income 571 572 571 Total Gmss Income Assèt and Investment sale•, •tc. rotal rncelpts LT700002 (February 2024) 1of3 9th Aylesbury Scout Group (Charity No. 300652) Receipts and payments account For the year 0110412024 3110312025 Receipts and payments 2023124 Unrestrfcted funds 2024125 Unrestrlcted funds Pa ments Charltable Pa mènts Membershi subscri tions aid on Youth r8mme and activities Adult su ort and trainin Rent Water and Sewer Electrici and G8S Insltrance Re airs and Renewals Materials and o ui ment Printin and holoco In Contribution to cam costs Unifomis AGM and trustee e Other costs d8tail 1 Bad es Othar costs detail 2 S ecial Other costs detsil 3 Purchase of Qakfleld Road Leasfr Sub total Nalionavcoun IAre*Distri 260 300 $43 2,973 1.664 1,988 615 212 20 78 381 1,877 822 202 383 274 29 529 80 75 Fundralsln Delall 1 Detall 2 Detsil 3 Other fundralsin ex costs sub totsl Total Gr￿￿ Expendlturn A8get and Investment purchases. etc. Total paym•nts Not of receIpt￿(PayMents) Cash fund8 last ￿or end (Totsl Balance in Bank) Cash funds thls year end LT700002 (February 2024) 2of3 31+ 9th Aylesbury Scout Group (Charity No. 300652) Receipts and payments account For the year rom Q110412024 3110312025 Statement of assets and liabilities at the end of the year 3110312024 Unrestricted fund8 3110312025 Unrestricted funds Cash f Bank current account Bank de osit account Buildin Socie account Tho Scout Association Short Term Investrnent Servi Ca$hlFloats Total ￿¥h funds ok her Tax claim Debts due from the Coun Insuranc4 claim neta Sse IAre8lDtsrricVGrou Sub total Inv08tment a880ts Investment ro Quoted inveglments Other investments - detall Sub total a88ets for charf dotall ¥W&3 Non moneta Bad e stock Sho stock Other stock Land and bulldln Motor vehicles Scoulin Other .8 own u8e ment fumilure elc Sub total Llabllltle8 Accounts not Ex enses incurred but not invo¢¢od Subscri lions not el aid Loan - detail Other liabilities Sub total Total net assets The above recelpt8 and payments account and •tst•m•nt of a88ets and liabilitie8 were approved by the Tru8teo8 on date TBC, (the date of the Trustee Board meetlng that approved the accounts) and slgnod on thelr behalf by nature Print Name Paul Sypko- Chalr Jad(i8 Richards- T￿95￿￿r LT700002 {February 20241 3cf3 LT700005- Scrutineerfs Report to the Tnjstees Uuly 2019) Template for the scrutineer's report to the trustees Scrutineer's Report to the Trustees of the th 9 Aylesbury Scout Group Scout Council I report on the accounts of the Group/District for the year ended ........... As the Group'slDistrict's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts; you consider that neither the audit nor independent examination requirements of the Charitles Act 2011 apply. It is my responsibilty without carrying out an audlt or independent examination to scrutinsse the accounts and to report to you. In accordance with the directions given in the Group'slDistricVs constitution. I have scrutinised the records and the accounts set out on pages ............ In my opinion the accounts are in cordance with the records produced to me and comply with the constitution. Address: ..1. Qa4cTE jr nthlib7*iU £2S-QO 51-3-￿ .. ## Trustees' Annual Report ## For the period |From (start date)|0|1|0|4|2|4|4|3|1|0|3|2|5| |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| ||||||||||||||| |**Section A**|||**Reference and administration**|||||**details**|||||| |Charity name
Other names the charity is known by
Registered charity number (if any)
HQ registration number
Charity’s principal address|||||||||||||| ||||NINTH AYLESBURY SCOUT GROUP||||||||||| ||||Mrs J Richards||||||||||| ||||8 Hastoe Park||||||||||| ||||AYLESBURY||||||||||| ||||Postcode||||H|P|2|0|2|A|D| Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity |1
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12|**Trustee Name**|**Office (if any)**|**Dates acted if not**
**for whole year**| |---|---|---|---| ||Paul James Sypko|Chair|| ||Kelvin Charles Leaver|Group Lead
Volunteer|| ||Jacqueline Richards|Treasurer|| ||Paul Terence Biswell||| ||Susan Jane Biswell||| ||Ayşe Kongur||| ||Allyson Leaver||26/06/2024 onwards| ||Dave Rayner||To 3/02/25| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| Names and addresses of advisers Type of advisor Name Address 1 LT700001 (14 September 2024) **Section B Structure, governance and management** |Description of the charity’s trusts
Trustee selection methods
How the charity is constituted
Policies and procedures adopted for:
a) the induction and training of trustees; b)
trustee' consideration of major risks and
the systems and procedures to manage
them
Type of governing document|| |---|---| ||The Group's governing documents are those of
the The Scout Association. They consist of a
Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to
the Bye Laws of the Association and The Policy,
Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
We also have a 'Terms of Reference' document.| ||| ||The Group is a trust established under its rules
which are common to all Scouts.| ||| ||The Trustees are appointed in accordance with
the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout
Association.| ||| ||The Group is managed by the Group Trustee
Board, the members of which are the ‘Charity
Trustees’ of the Scout Group which is an
educational charity. As charity trustees they are
responsible for complying with legislation
applicable to charities. This includes the
registration, keeping proper accounts and
making returns to the Charity Commission as
appropriate.
The Trustee Board consists of the Chair,
Treasurer and 5 Trustees (including 1 Ex Officio
Trustees), and meets approximately every 2
months.
Members of the Trustee Board complete 'Being a
Scouts Trustee' learning within the first 6 months
of joining the Board.
This Group Trustee Board exists to make sure
the charity is well-managed, risks are assessed
and mitigated, buildings and equipment are in
good working order, and everyone follows legal
requirements and the organisation's policies and
rules. Their support helps other volunteers run
high-quality and safe programmes that gives
young people skills for life.| 2 LT700001 (14 September 2024) |**Section B**|**Structure, governance and management (continued)**| |---|---| ||**Risk and Internal Control**
The group has in place systems of internal controls
that are designed to provide reasonable assurance
against material mismanagement or loss.
Organisational risks are reviewed and discussed at
regular meetings of the trustee board. Financial
controls include 2 signatories for all payments and a
comprehensive insurance policies to ensure that
insurable risks are covered.| |**Section C**|**Objectives and activities**| |Summary of the objects of the charity set
out in its governing document|**The Purpose of Scouting**
Scouting exists to actively engage and support young
people in their 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 loyal.
**Respect -**We have self-respect and respect for
others.
**Care -**We support others and take care of the world
in which we live.
**Belief -**We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes.
**Co-operation -**We make a positive difference; we co-
operate with others and make friends.
**The Scout Method**
Scouting takes place when young people, in
partnership with adults, work 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.| 3 LT700001 (14 September 2024) |Summary of the main activities in relation
to these objects|The Leaders continue to provide excellent and
valied experiences for the young people of the
Group.| |---|---| Additional details of the objectives and activities |• policy on grant making;
• contribution made by volunteers;
• policy on investments.
Public benefit statement|In view of the recent purchase of the land on
which the 9th Aylesbury Scout Group
Headquarters building sits, the Trustee Board
will be pursuing some financial grants to enable
improvements to thepremises.| |---|---| ||| ||The Group meets the Charity Commission's
public benefit criteria under both the
advancement of education and the advancement
of citizenship or community development
headings.| ||| |**Section D**|**Achievements and performance**| |Summary of the main achievements of
the charity during the year|| ||Successfully purchasing the land on which the
HQ stands. This mean we no longer have to
negotiate a lease (and risk not securing one) and
ensures Scouting can continue at the 9th
AylesburyHQforgenerations to come.| 4 LT700001 (14 September 2024) |**Section E**|**Financial Review**| |---|---| ||The Group's bank balance is healthy at present
and a large amount of these funds came about
by the grants previously received. During this
financial year, we have completed the purchase
of the land (on which the building sits) so we will
start looking at ways to improve the premises
and surrounding land for the current generation
and those to come. It is likely that some of the
improvements will draw on the reserves.
**Reserves Policy**
The
Group's
policy
on
reserves
is
to
hold
sufficient resources to continue the charitable
activities
of
the
group
should
income
and
fundraising
activities
fall
short.
The
Group
Trustee Board considers that the group should
hold a sum equivalent to 18 months running
costs, circa £15000.| ||| ||**Investment Policy**
In view of the recent purchase of the land and
forthcoming expenses, the Group Trustees do
not wish to invest their current funds in longer
term
investments.
The
Group
has
therefore
adopted a risk averse strategy to the investment
of its funds. All funds are held in 'cash' using only
mainstream banks or building societies.| ||The Group operates a Gift Aid Scheme and
during this financial year, applied for and
received a total of **£2273 **from HMRC for the
previous financial year. If you belong to this
scheme, we thank you for your support. If you do
not but are a UK tax payer, please consider
joining the scheme. To do so, simply talk to one
of the Leaders, the Treasurer or Trustee Board
members, as if you join, our funds can be
increased with no cost toyourselves.
**Gift Aid Scheme**| 5 LT700001 (14 September 2024) ## ~~aS~~ **Section F Other Optional Information** Plans for future periods (details of any significant activities planned to achieve them) We are looking to start a Squirrel section (for 4 - 6 year olds) in the near future, but this is dependent on finding more volunteers to assist the Group. We have supportive parents in some sections and are looking to do similar for all our other sections ## ~~ee~~ **Section G Declaration** The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees **----- Start of picture text -----**
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