CHELMSFORD SCOUTS Scouts Chelmsford Trustees Annual Report and Accounts l April 2023 to 31 March 2024 Ib Annual General Meeting Sunday 15 September 2024 Skreens Park Activity Centre; Roxwell; CMI 4NL
Chelmsford District Scout Council President- Richard Oscroft Contact address- Secretary- 43, Shimbrooks, Great Leighs, CM3 1SG (01245 360112) Trustees Trustee Name Office {If any) Status Ro er Cole Frederick Baldin David Clarke Suzanne Ball Leanne Oscroft Bruce Kni ht Dan el Homer Nicola Hills Christo her Har le Andrew Missen Malcolm Ta lor Sle hanie Bendall Christo her Mccann Christo her Oscroft Chair Secreta Treasurer Co-Lead Volunteer District Commissioner Co-Lead Volunteer District Commissioner Disl Ex lorer Scout Commissioner 14-24 Team Pro ramme Team Youth Su ort Volunteerin Develo ment Team Riffhams Cam site Mana Su rt Team Leader Ex-officio Ex-officio Ex-officio Ex-officio Ex-officio Ex-officio Nominated Nominated Elected Elected Elected Nominated Co-o ted CO-O led er Safe Adviser Netsvork Commissioner Names of advisers e of advisor Communications & Media Narne Kris Re nolds Indapendent Examlners Community 360 Winsley's House High Street Colchester Essex. C01 1UG Bankors harlty Number Insurers CAF Bank 302033 Unity Insurance Servi¢es
Trustees Re ort from Chelmsford District Scouts 202312024 saw a full programme of activities and events throughout the Distnct, with our dedicated leaders delivering "Skills for Life" lo our young members. Our Mission Scouting exists lo actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society in general and local communities. Our Values As Scouts we are guided by these values- Integrity- We act wrth integrity, we are honest, trustworthy. and loyal. Respect- We have self-respect and respect for olhers. Carg- We support others and lake care of the world in which we live. Belief - We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes. Cowoperation- We make a positive difference. we coOperate wrth other5 and make friends. Our Goal Our aim is to continue to develop Scouting in the Chelmsford District, to become more inclusive and to be shaped by young people and to strengthen our role within the community. The method by which we aim to achieve this is by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive self-education, based on the Scout Promise and Law, and guided by adult leadership and in a safe environment for all concerned. This responsibilrty ranks equally with olher responsibilities incumbent upon those providing Scouting activities and events. Scouting is open to all young people who are between the ages of 4 and 25 no matter what background, elhnic origin. nationality, race, gender, marital or sexual status, mental or physical ability, financial status, political or religious belief. Young people have continued to return to Scouting or joined afresh and overall numbers of young people are up 50A in 2024 {1982 Compared to 1888 in 20231. Scouting for our 2,000 young people IYPI in Chelmsford District is provided through 26 Scout Groups (Sections include Squirrels 4-6 years-, Beavers 6-8 years.. Cubs 8 10 10.5 years and Scouts 10.5 10 14 years), plus eight District Explorer Scout Units {for ages 14 to 181, and a District Scout Network Unit11 2& year-oldsl. The 26 Scout Groups operate as independent charities with their own Trustee Boards and prepare their accounts independently, whereas the Explorer and NeOrk Unrts are District-based and their a¢¢ounts are part of the District reporting. The Scout programme is delivered by over 300 trained adutt volunteer leaders, aided by over 200 adult volunteers in Governance and Active Support roles. The District Trustee Board acknowledges that these volunteers are its most valuable asset and resource, wilhoul whose support il would not be possible lo provide Scouting for the young people in OUT District. As a membership organization, one of the main priorities has been to recruit and retain adult volunteers. Pre-covid, our adult volunteer numbers were over 700 but po$t-Covid this had dropped to about 500. However, numbers are slowly increasing again and in Jan 2024 stood at 571 adult volunteers.
Structure" Governance & Mana ement Chelmsford District Scout Council is the body which supports and encourages the development of Scouting in the District. 11 has fully adopted the °model" constitution as outlined in the Scout Association's POR 5.5 (Policy, Organisalion and Rules). The District Trustee Board is accountable to the Chelmsford Dislrict Scout Council and details of the current Trustees are shown on page 1. The Trustees are appointed annually at the Annual General Meeting of the Chelmsford Distritl Scout Council. Such appointments are for an initial Ihree year lerm.Truslees may also be co-opted by the Board during the year. Trustees are made aware of their responsibilities, and all underlake Trustee training within 5 months of appointment. The Trustees ensure that young people are involved in decision making and strive to have at leasl one 18 to 2 year-old as a member of the Trustee Board_ Young people are also given opportunities across the District and encouraged to become leaders of the future, thereby enhancing the prospects of better retention of young people through to potential adult volunteering roles. The District Trustee Board met on six occasions during the year_ The Board is supported by 4 sub-committees (Finance, Riffhams Campsite, Gang Show and Appointments Advisory) with the District Scout Shop and Grants each being led by a nominated trustee with any major decisions taken by the full Board. Where appropriate the Trustees continue lo undertake activities to improve the management of Trustee meetings, the information Ilow for Trustees and governance for Sub Committees. In addition to the active Scouting programmes, the Dislflct offers the following benefits lo ALL 115 members- RIFFHAMS CAMPSITE- We offer free use ft)r day or evening sessions al our Distr*ct campsite (Rifftiamsl. OISTRICT GRANTS- We have a grants fLFnd which is available lo both groups and lo young people in-need. DISTRICT ACTivrriES & EVENTS - the District organises a wide range of activities for all sections, including the annual Gang Show., competitions., training events and development days. OISTRICT EQUIPMENT- We have a large inventory of equipment in our District Sto for loan or hire. DISTRICT SCOUT SHOP - Our Distn"ct S¢out Shop offers a discount on uniforms and other items. MOTION PICTURE LICENCE- the District pays for 8 licence which enables all sectionslgroupslunits to legally play dvds or stream moviestrv programmes in meeting rooms or at their local events. Trustees, Ros onsibilities Statement The Trustees are responsible for preparing the Trustees. Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards {Uniled Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practicel. The law applicable to charities in England & Wales requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for each financial year which give a true and fair view of the situation of the charity and of incoming financial resources and application of resources of the charity for thal period. In preparing these financial statements, the trustees are required to.. select suitable accounting policies and then apply them Gonsistenly. ' observe the methods and principals in the Charities SORP (Statement of Recommended Practice).. make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent. state whether applicable accountsng standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the fi'nancial statements. prepare the financial slalements on a going ¢on¢ern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the charity will continue in operation. The Trustees are responsible for keeping accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy al any time the financial position of the charity and enable them lo ensure that the financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the Charty (Accounts Reports) Regulations 2008 and the provisions of the trust deed.
Furthermore, the Trustees should ensure they.. Follow Scouts policies and relevant legislation Follow POR, key policies {including safety. saleguarding, data protection, and equality, diversity and inclusion), and charity regulations Make sure buildings, assets and propety are safe and working well Look after records of ownership of propety and equipment. Have the right insurance for people, buildings, and equipment. Manage risks and maintain a risk register and pul the right risk mitigations in place. Take reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities. Reserves Pollc The Charity's reserve policy is reviewed regularly. The Trustees are satisfied that there remain sufficient reseNes to carry on the daily running of the charity to meet expected needs on an ongoing basis and cover any contingencies that might arise. During the year the Trustees have continued to lake steps lo seek ways to consolidate the Charity's funds across ils various activities. They have confimied that cash reserves should fall to no less than £60,000 to meet ongoing commitments and support regular Scouting activities in the district. Capital developments such as al our District Campsite IRiffhamsl will be reviewed against this background. Grants will be sought for such capital projects but allocation of funds from our reserve5 might well be approved by the Truslees from lime to time. During the year the Trustees continually reassess the utilisalion of the Charity's cash reserves for the benefit of Scouting within the District. Publlc Benefit The Trustees confirm that they have paid due regard lo the Charrties Act 2011 to demonstrate that our aims are for the public benefit. Our assessment is that we have mel the public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community development headings. The main principles of Scouting demonstrate that our aims are for the public benefit in the following ways.. Developing young people towards their full potentia5, throu9h the Scouting programme. Demonstrating there is a clear link between the purpose of Scouting and the benefits to young people. The various and numerous Scouting activities are managed wilh the health and safety of the young people aayS a priority. We plan lo ensure that the benefit of these a¢tivities far Oue1gh5 any assooialed potential risks. Risk Assessment Polic Keeping our Young People and volunteers safe. The conclusion of the national inquest into the scout who tragicalty died on the Great Orme has brought into sharp focus the need lo ensure our volunteers are given all Ihe necessary training and support when il comes to writing Risk Assessments and complying with Safety Rules. Keeping Young People safe from harm remains a number one priority al Scouts. other area$ of potential risk include". Rlffhams Campslte- damage to buildings or other areas of the property or equipment. A Campsite committee meet regularly lo review site management and the District has recently reviewed buildings and contents insurance to mitigate againsl permanent loss. lTrJury to leaders. hglpors, supporters and membèrs. The District IS covered by accidenl insurance policies. Safety incidents are reviewed by the islrict Safety adviser and any issues brought to the attention of the District Executive. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all District events. Reduced Incomg from fundraising activities- The District has previously relied on income from ils Riffhams Campsite," the annual Gang Show and the District Scout Shop," boosted by occasional fundraising by the Active Support Unil. Covid-19 showed how vulnerable the District was when these fund-raising activities were Curtailed or ceased and income effectively dried up. The introduction of a District membership lewy has enabled us to reduce the deficit and as income streams start to return to normal we will annualty review the levevneed for the District membership levy. Int9rnal Controls - The District has in place systems of intemal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against mismanagement or loss. These include mandatory 2 signatories for all payments and a comprehensive insurance policy lo ensure insurable risks are covered.
Achievements and Perforniance Review of the Year- A ril 2023 to March 2024 During the past year we have focused on getting ready for the forthcoming "Transformation Joumey which we hope is going to happen by the end of 2024. In the meantime, we a continuing to focus on building the new teams so we can Support groups during this process where needed. As a district have been focusing on encouraging compliance of mandatory training and endeavouring to slay 100% compliant. We have completed the 'Compass° database cleanse ready for Iransformalion to happen. We grew as a district by 6.21 last year with an encouraging increase in adult volunteers. We are still not back to pre-pandemic levels for adult volunteers, but we a for young people. We sts'll need more adults to fill roles so that we can conb'nue lo offer the good quality Scouting that we see across our district. We promote scouting wherever and whenever we can, trying to encourage more adults lo volunteer. We now have 4 Squirrel dreys in the district. Vve held our first district weekend at Skreens offering recruitment workshops, training validab'ons, Iransformalions workshops and tfaining modules together with an awards evening for adults. This wa5 8 successful weekend with lots of wood badges signed off and skills learned. We are making this an annual event and will be hokling another weekend event in September 2024. We are extreme proud of the good quality scouting that we see within in Chelmsford district. This year has seen an increase in nighls-away experiences offered lo our young people, ranging from sleepovers at the HQ to sleeping in a castle plus many camps across all sections. Squirrels have held sleepovers and have taken part in group camps. Ir We have seen suNival camps., back-to-basics events and week-long activity camps, all of which have allowed the young people lo make cherished memories and to learn Skills for Life. We have also seen many top awards being presented to the young people of Chelmsford District, from the Squirrel acorn through to the King Scout award. all of which makes us incredibly proud. An extreme amount of work 90es into achievin9 these awards. We have also had many adult awards including a Silver Wolf, all of which are very well deserved. We also presented Chief Scout Personal Awards to six young people within the district who went °above and beyond".
Inspirational activities throughout the year have ranged from the Handicraft compeb'tions for Beavers and Cubs to 8 Christmas festive hike. We have offered our young people the opportunity to kayak on local rivers., walk the 'Plainsman Hike"; sleep over al Cokhester Castle.. Theme Park Visits.. Cub-nopoly. We took part in JOTA (Jamboree on the Airl and gained 150 communications badges that day lo mention bul a few. On a weekly basis, our sections from Squirrels and beyond, have visited the various emergency services,. been taught life skills, generally allowing them to grow through their Scouting adventure, all under the guidan of our volunteers. We held our St Georges day renewal of promise ceremony (April 20241, run by the young people, after parading through Chelmsford. Our Events SupportTeam has held some social events during the past year and has supported the District by willingly helping at various activities such as Sl. George's Day and the annual Swimming Gala. Our thanks go lo them for their continued commitment, and we look forward lo seeing them supporting the District at future events. Our Trustee Board, continues to work in the background en5uiing management and governance of the Dislricvs assets and ensuring we have the resour$ lo offer the best support to our volunleeTS and YP. The 2023 Chelmsford Scouts Gang Show (Our Voice} continued lo go from strength to strength. Cast numbers are increasing and reaction lo the show has been very positive. Feedback has also been received regarding the visible growth and development of the young performefs, who may never have been given this opportunity outside of Scouting. Several adult volunteers and Explorer scout5 from the District attended the World Scout Jamt)oree in South Korea and whilst the experience wasn't, quite what they signed up for. each and every one of them made the most of what they had and had a great lime. The parallel international trips to the USA and Jersey were also a greal success and the young people and adult5 that attended these thoroughly enjoyed mixing with scouts from overseas. Heartfelt thanks are extended to each one of our adult volunteers- both those in leadership and support roles. We hope you have enjoyed making new memoTies'. karning new skills., teaching old skills,. meeting new friends and strengthening old friendships throughout the past year. Without your time, knowledge and ¢are our young people wouldn't be on this joumey. We want to continue offering high quality and safe Scouting to our young people, and to grow the district. The challenge now is to offer this amazing opportunity lo new volunteers, encourage them lo give what they can, thus allowing them and our young people to experience the incredible Scouting programme that Chelmsford has to offer.
Riffliams Cam site 2023124 has seen increased usage of the campsite resulting in improved in¢ome. The sile continues to be widely used by our local scout groups. Daylevening activities contsnue lo be free of charge for District users and overnighl camping is at reduced rates. The campsite manager and the seNice team have worked hard together making numerous improvements to the sile including increasing the number of girls toilets at the campsite thanks to a grant facilitated by our local Essex County Councillor Mike Steel and a further grant from the Essex County Scouts Building fund. Another community day by Ford employees 15 scheduled to install a canopy outside the girl's loilels,. improve drainage on The Glen camping area,. repair the boundary fence line.. extend the ¢arpark and install an outside washing-up area. Thank You The changes required as part of the Scout Association's Transformation Programme have now begun and are likely to continue to be implemented in the coming yeaT 2024125. The Truslees wish to express their thanks to the volunteer leaders who are implementing these ¢hanges as well as continuing to support the work and development of Scouting in the Chelmsford Distrid. Finalty. some of our loyal Scouting colleagues have "gone home" in 2023-24.. Ed "Mac" Mccall was a member of the Bicknacre Priory Scout Group as well a5 being part of the Dislricfs activity team. Mike Hiom127th Chelmsford) was actwe for well over 20 years, initially with the 27th Chelmsford cub section, and later in governance roles with 23rd Chelmsford. Angela Hiskey had been involved with Chelmsford Scouts and our Gang Show over many years and was part oflhe very active 'Hiskey" Scouting family. Robin Mardell who was part gfthe Gang Show team for many years and was responsible for scenery and set-build. Sandra Brogan was part ofour Mini Gang team for many years and created hundreds of fantastic costumes for our cast. She was also a Cub Leader with 14th Chelmsford. GON HOM
REPORT OF THE DISTRICT TREASURER As is usual in 2023124 w8 set a budget which indicated a small surplus with the expe¢lation that income generation would improve from Riffhams campsite. the Gang Show and the Scout Shop. We had also felt il necessary to introduce a District levy of £3 in 2022123 to try to bring us back towartls a balanced budget and this levy was continued in 2023124. The 2023124 year-end out-turn shows a Surplus of £4K mainly assisted by.. Reduction in insurance charges Improved interest on savings investrnenls Surplus from 2023 Gang Show Surplus from Riffhams campsite District levy conlributs'on. We will continue to set 'break even, budgets wlth the hope that we can make small surpluses to add to our Funds and cash balances. 2024 Census - Chelmsford District Scouts Numbers Squirrel Scouts Beaver Scouts Cub Scouts Scouts Explorer Scouts Network Total YP Jan-23 Jan-24 change 27 54 +100% 482 639 529 191 20 1888 662 +3.6 % 546 +3.20/0 207 +8.4 % 1982 Adults 516 571 +10.7D/o TOTAL MEMBERSHIP 2404 2553 +6.2¥0 Squirrel Dreys Beaver Colonies Cub Packs Scout Troops Explorer Units Scout Networks Active Support Units 30 32 30 10
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL Charity Number: 302033 ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL CONTENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 Page Independent Examiner's Report Statement of Financial Activities Balance Sheet Notes to the financial statements
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 I report on the accounts of Chelmsford District Scout Council for the year ended 31 March 2024 which are set out on pages 2 to 8. Respective responsibilities of trustses and examiner The Charity's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The Charity's Trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year (under section 144 (2) of the Charities Act 2011 (The Act) but that an independent examination is needed. It is my responsibility to.. Examine the accounts under section 145 of the Charities Act, To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners (under section 145(5)(b) of the Charities Act, and To state whether particular matters have come to my attention. Basis of independent examiner's Statement My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the CharFty Commissioners. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the Charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes considerations of 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 and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given by the accounts. Independent examiner's statement In the course of my examination. no material matters have come to my attention which gives me cause to believe that in, any material fespect.. the accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act,. or the accounts did not accord with the accounting records., or the accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of the accounts set out in the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 other than any requirement that the accounts give a true and fair, view which is not a matter considered as part of an independent examination. I 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. Shelley-marie Rudling FMAAT AATQB for and on behalf of.. Community360 Winsley's House, High Street, Colchester, Essex
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES (INCORPORATING THE INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 2024 2024 2024 2023 Notes Incoming resources Incoming resources from generating funds.. Donations and legacies Charitable activities Membership A¢livilies for generating funds ActNlties & sections Investment income Total Incomlng rgsour¢es 873 873 6,210 8,730 14,601 66,379 2,799 93,381 8,730 18,601 66,379 2,799 97,381 6,490 15.964 49,D12 1,300 78,976 4,000 4.000 Resources expendgd Cost of generating funds Fundraising costs Costs tsf charitable activities Total resources expended 9,535 79.796 89,330 9,535 80,196 89,730 7.721 66.791 74,512 400 400 Net in¢omellexpense) for the year 4,051 3,600 7,651 4,465 Transfer beeen funds Not incomellexpense) for the year 4,051 3,600 7,651 4,465 Reconciliation of funds Total Funds BIFwd 216,581 216,581 205,772 Total Funds CIFwd 220,632 3.600 224,232 210,237 The notes on pages 4-8 fomi an integral part of these financial slalements.
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 MARCH 2024 2024 2023 Notes Flxed assets Tangible assets 11 103.600 100,000 Current assgts Stock Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 5,088 23.309 180,419 208.816 5.578 17,851 107,058 130,487 12 Cradltors: amounts faSllng due within orta year 13 88.184 13,906 Net CLsrrent assets Net assots 120,632 224,232 116.581 216,581 Funds Unreslri¢led income funds Reslri¢ted funds Revaluation Reserve 14 137.386 3.600 83,246 224 232 133.335 83,246 216,581 Signed Dale RCole- rm8n Signed Date DGla ie8surer The notes on pages 4- 8 form an tntegral part of these financial stalemenls.
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 1.1 Basis of accounting The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charrties.. statement on Recommended Practise applicable to chaTlties preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable In the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective 1 January 20191- (Charities SORP IFRS 10211, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 102} and the Companies Act 2006. 1.2 Incoming resources All income Is accounted for on a receivable basis, other than income received in respe¢t of expenditure which is deferred to the pertod in which the activity or event takes place. 1.3 Resources expended Expenditure is included in the accounts on an accruals basis.VAT is not recoverable by the charity and is included with the expenditure lo which il relates. Support costs which could not be attributed directly lo activities are apportioned equally betMeen acliviltes. 1.4 Tangible fixod assets and deprgciation Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation. Items costing al lea51 £500 wll be capitalised. They are calculated to write off the cost less residual value of each asset over its expected life as follows.. No fixed depreciation allowance is made for buiklings and land. Occasional revaluation is made when a permanent change in value occurs. Freehold improvement are depreciated Strah1 line at 1 Oyo. All other assets are depreciated straight line at 250h. 1.5. Taxation The Council is a registered charity and, as such is exempt from corporation tax. 1.6. Fund accounting Funds held by the charity are either". Unreslricled general funds- these are fvnds which can be used in accordance wlh the charitable objectives at the discrection of the trustees Designated Funds- these are funds set aside by the Iruslees out of unreslricled funds for specific future purposes or projects. Restricted funds - these are funds that can only be used for particluar restricted purposes wrthin the objects of the charity. 1.7. Sto¢k Stocks are staled at the lower of cost and the net realisable value. Cost Inctudes all direct costs incurred in biinging the stocks lo their present location and condition. 1.8. Cash flow The financial statements do not include a cash flow statement because the charity, as a small Yeporting entity, is exernpt from the requirement lo prepare such a statement under Finanaal Reporting Standard 1 Cash flow slatemenls"
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 2 Voluntary Income 2024 Total 2023 Total Membership Membership fees received from Groups in the District Subscriptions from Explorers & Nehvork Le55 payable to Essex Scouts 79,068 10,555 80,893 8,730 70.550 7.858 71,918 6.490 Total membership fees paid to Essex Suts in the year including membership fees of the 7 Explorer units. The membership fees include a District Levy of £5,391. 3 Donations and lega¢le$ 2024 Total 2023 Total Donations 873 873 6,210 6,210 Reslri¢ted donations amounted to £Nil12022 - £Nill. 4 AGtlvllles for genorating funds 2024 Total 2023 Total Retail Riffhams camp sile Grants Other income 8,913 5.613 4.000 75 9,258 4,656 2,050 15,964 18,601 Restricted grants amounted lo £4,00012022 - £Nill 5 lfivestment Income 2024 Total 2023 Total Bank interest 2,799 2.799 1,300
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 6 Income from activitles and sections 2024 Total 2023 Total Programme, activities & events 66,379 66,379 49.012 49.012 7 Fundralslng costs 2024 Total 2023 Total Retail Riffhams camp site 7,235 2,300 9,53S 5,604 2,116 7.720 8 Costs of charitable activities 2024 Total 2023 Total Donations and grants Programrne, activities & events SupF)Ort cost allocated 225 61,433 18.538 80,196 76 48.247 18,467 66.791 Restricted expenses were £Nil12022 - £Nill. 9 Trustee5' expenses No trustee received any remuneration dunng the year. Trustees were reimbuised for expenses at a total of £3,62012022 £Nil). 10 Analysis of Support costs 2024 Total 2023 Total Insurance Premises hire Propety expenses General admin including postage Bank Charges Computer & website costs Equipment Examination & accountancy Depreciation Miscellaneous 1,686 2,097 10,655 994 946 742 199 340 400 480 18.538 4,095 299 9,855 1,518 795 591 329 502 483 18.467
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 11 Tangible fixed assets Flxtures, Freehold Fittlngs & Improvements Equipment Freehold Land Total Cost As al 1 April 2023 Additions As al 31 March 2024 100.000 26,496 126,496 4,000 130,496 4,000 4,000 100,000 26,496 Depreclatlon As al 1 April 2023 Charge for the year At 31 Mar¢h 2024 26,496 26,496 400 26,898 400 400 26,496 Net book values At 31 March 2024 100.000 3,600 103,600 At 31 Mar¢h 2023 100,000 100,000 King Edward Vlll Scout Park (Riffliamsl, Lingwood Common, Little Baddow is a freehold property {12 acres) with beneficial interest" acquired in 2004. Yhe freehold is held by The Scout Association Trust Corporab'on on behalf of the District. The freehold improvement additions in 2024 were purchased from a restricted grant from Essex County Council. The funds are now spent in monetary terms, and the restricted funds will reduce each year with the relevant depreciation charge. 12 Debtors 2024 Total 2023 Total other debtors Prepaid expenses Prepaid income Accounts receivable 1,869 16,471 4,000 968 1,487 16,298 66 17.851 23,309 13 Creditors: amount8 falllng due wlthin one year 2024 Total 2023 Total Accounts payable Deferred income Accfuass 83,560 4,284 340 88,184 10,239 3,165 502 13.906
CHELMSFORD DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2024 14 Fund balances Balance 0110412023 Incoming Outgoing Transfers Balance 3110312024 Unreslricled Restricted Total 216,581 93,381 4,000 97.381 189,3301 400 89,730 220.632 3,600 224,232 216,581 15 Analysig of net assets between fvnds Tanglble Fixed Assets Ngt Current Assets Total 2024 Fund balances are represented by: Unreslricled funds Restricted funds 103,600 117,032 3,600 120,632 220.632 3,600 224.232 103,600 16 Related Partie$ There were no related parties in the year. 17 Going Concern These accounts have been produced on a going concern basis. 18 Numberof Stsff The charity has nil employees for the perKxI {2023 - Nill.