1st HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity Number 304429)
ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
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1st HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity No. 304429) Annual Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2024
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TRUSTEES REPORT
Charity Trustees
The following comprised the Trustees for the period of this report
David Adamson [Resigned as Trustee on 15/06/2024] Stuart Alderson-Smith [Trustee from 15/06/2024] Derek Harding [Chairman; Trustee] Jake McAllister [Trustee from 15/06/2024] Victoria Montgomery [Treasurer from 15/06/2024; Trustee] Richard Moyle [Resigned as Treasurer on 15/06/2024; Trustee] Emma Taylor [Trustee from 15/06/2024 Richard Thompson [Group Lead Volunteer from 15/06/2024; Ex-Officio Trustee from 15/06/2024] Kate Wigfield [Secretary] Rhidian Williams [Group Lead Volunteer until 15/06/2024 - Trustee]
Bankers
National Westminster Bank 66 High Street Maidenhead Berkshire SL6 1QA
Structure, governance and management –
The Group's governing documents are those of 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.
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 7 Trustees (including 1 Ex Officio Trustee) and meets every 4 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.
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Risk and Internal Control
The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposed, these have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate against them. The main areas of concern that have been identified are:
Reduction or loss of adult volunteers and members. The Group provides activities for all young people aged 6 to 14. If there was a reduction in the number of adult volunteers or membership in a particular section or the group as whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case a significant reduction in the number of adult volunteers in the group as whole would result in the complete closure of the Group.
Damage to the building, property and equipment: The Group would request the use of buildings, property and equipment from neighbouring organisations such as the church, community centre and other Scout Groups. Similar reciprocal arrangements exist with these organisations. The Group has sufficient buildings and contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent loss.
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members: The Group through the capitation fees contributes to the Scout Associations national accident insurance policy. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all activities.
Reduced income from fund raising: The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fund raising. The group does hold a reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major reduction in income. The Committee can raise the value of subscriptions to increase the income to the group on an ongoing basis, either temporarily or permanently.
The group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss, these include 2 signatories for all payments and comprehensive insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered.
Objectives
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:
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enjoy what they are doing and have fun
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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.
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Charity Commission's public benefit criteria
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.
Financial Policy
The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest 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 Executive regularly monitors the levels of bank balances and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maximum value and income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may involve using an account that requires a period of notice before funds may be withdrawn, before doing so the Group Executive considers the cash flow requirements.
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 Executive Committee considers that the group should hold a sum roughly equivalent to 6 months running costs, circa £17,000.
Data Protection
Use of personal data by the 1st Henley on Thames Scout Group complies with UK Data Protection legislation of which further details can be found at the website of the Information Commissioner (www.ico.gov.uk).
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Main events and financial review of the year
Review of activities
During 2024 membership has increased significantly. A full range of activities has been undertaken at the Scout Hut and elsewhere. Scouts, Cubs and Beavers camps took place; other activities away from our Scout Hut included Wall Climbing, Eyot Canoeing, Butlers Field Camp, Wye Valley Camp, Wild West Camp, Youlbury Camp, summer BBQ, Paddle Boarding, HMS Belfast, Circus Skills, Chalk Mine, Dragon Boating. A Guy Fawkes bonfire event was organised.
The Group attended the Henley on Thames Remembrance Sunday parade.
Membership
The membership numbers in the table below are extracted from the annual census return to the Scout Association which is made on the 31 January each year. Numbers at the end of the preceding December were not significantly different from the census numbers.
Active members as at: -
| Active membersasat: - | ||
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| 31/01/2025 | 31/01/2024 | |
| Scouts % change |
47 +47% |
32 -6% |
| Cub Scouts % change |
59 <-1% |
60 0% |
| Beaver Scouts % change |
26 <+1% |
25 <1% |
| Total [excl Adults] % change |
132 +13% |
117 <1% |
| Adults % change |
25 +79% |
14 0% |
| Total [incl Adults] % change |
142 <8% |
131 <1% |
Scouts numbers have increased, and Adults have increased significantly. Numbers will continue to be constrained by the number of adult volunteers willing to act as Leaders. Beavers moving to Cubs, Cubs moving up to Scouts, and changes in the leadership of our Group are expected to enable Group numbers overall to grow. There are still significant waiting lists for Cubs.
Fund Raising
No fund-raising dinner was organised this year. Fund raising expenditure increased to £2,563 and funds raised increased from £3,926 to £6,972 of which £600 which was the licence fee from Airnetic for the positioning of their broadband receiver/transmitter dishes on the Scout Hut roof and the remainder was obtained from successful fund raising events and a BBQ.
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Financial review
Income from membership subscriptions increased from £16,924 in the previous year to £20,125.
Payments to the Scout Association increased from £9,042 in the previous year to £9,563. Scouts’ subscriptions will be reviewed during 2024 against the annual Spring 2024 payment to the Scout Association and the income/expenditure of our Activities.
Henley Scout Website has been maintained. Executive Committee expenses increased from £714 to £3,483. This increase is due mainly to an increase in fund raising expenses. Funds raised increased from £3,926 to £6,973.
Premises utilities costs, and maintenance and repair costs, and cleaning costs, reduced from £10,273 to £7,589. The decrease is mainly because maintenance reduced from £2,146 to £1,031, and water reduced from £2,614 to £1,031.
Camp costs increased from £4,007 to £18,544 and Camp and Session contributions increased from £10,358 to £19,193.
The Group’s Expenditure was £34,487 compared to Income of £43,919 and thus the net Movement In Fund changed from an increase of £10,356 to an increase of £9,433.
The Group's main asset is its cash balance which increased from £22,083 in the previous year to £31,515. This cash balance is required for future premises maintenance costs and equipment replacement.
The Group policy is that it should hold a sum roughly equivalent to 6 months running costs, circa £17,000.
As the cash balance is above circa £14,000, the Group has increased reserves and we plan to further increase them to fund improvements of our hall ceiling and acoustics, roof, kitchen, and lavatories. Fund raising events will be organised next year.
The programme of repairs and improvement works planned for the Scout Hut for 2025/2026 will be carefully monitored.
Donations increased from £5,709 to £7,116. Sundry events income increased from £2,106 to £6,373.
The financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2024 are presented on the pages following.
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE 1ST HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP
As income for the year ended 31 December 2024 is above £25,000, a report of an Independent Account Examiner is required by the Charity Commission and will be obtained prior to submission of our annual figures to the Charity Commission.
The following images of the 1st Henley on Thames Scout Group bank accounts dated 3 Jan 2025 and 5 Dec 2024 showing balances of the Current and Bonus Reserve account of respectively £28,011.53 and £3,503.95 and thus totalling £31,515.48 confirm the reconciliation of the cash at bank balance shown in the accounts of £31,515.48.
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Page 11 of 12 1st HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity No. 304429) Annual Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2024 1st Henley-on-Thames Scout Group BALANCE SHEET 31ST DECEMBER 2024 2024 2023 CURRENT ASSETS cui'i'ent accoup,t savings accounL sh 4t Bank 28,011 .53 3,503.95 31,515.48 22,082.58 CURRENT LIABIIrnES NEf CURRENT ASSETS 31,515.48 22,082.58 SURPLUS OF INCOME OVER EXPENDmiRE As pi.e70uslY Reported 9,a32.90 10,356.36 Balance brought forward 22,082.58 11,726.22 Balance carried forward 31,515.48 22,082.58 Approiied by the Committe¥ Gnd signtd on their behali by: Victoria Montgomery, Treasurer Date
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1st HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity No. 304429) Annual Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2024
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In addition to the monetary assets listed above, the Group owns the Scout Headquarters premises on Greys Road, Henley on Thames which was built and paid for by the Group on land held from Henley on Thames Town Council on a ground lease for a term of years commencing 25/03/2024 expiring 28/09/2049 at a current ground rent of £70 per year.
The building is insured for a rebuilding cost of £342,814.
The Group also owns various camping and other equipment, all of which is fully written off.
This Group Contents insurance cover is £10,000, marquee cover is £2,385, CCTV system cover is £3,228. All Risks cover is £11,329 and Property Owners Liability indemnity limit is £2,000,000.
Approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
28 October 2025 ____ Plot ____ Derek Harding – Chairman Date
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
1] Accounting Basis
These accounts have been prepared under the receipts and payments basis.
2] Stocks of materials
Stocks of materials including uniform items, badges, handbooks, stationery and activity materials are written off as expenditure on these items is incurred.
3] Enquiries
Any enquiries in respect of this report should be made to:
Derek Harding Chairman of the Trustees of the 1st Henley on Thames Scout Group The Scout Hut Greys Road Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 1QP
1st HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity Number 304429)
ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31ST DECEMBER 2024
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1st HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity No. 304429) Annual Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2024
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TRUSTEES REPORT
Charity Trustees
The following comprised the Trustees for the period of this report
David Adamson [Resigned as Trustee on 15/06/2024] Stuart Alderson-Smith [Trustee from 15/06/2024] Derek Harding [Chairman; Trustee] Jake McAllister [Trustee from 15/06/2024] Victoria Montgomery [Treasurer from 15/06/2024; Trustee] Richard Moyle [Resigned as Treasurer on 15/06/2024; Trustee] Emma Taylor [Trustee from 15/06/2024 Richard Thompson [Group Lead Volunteer from 15/06/2024; Ex-Officio Trustee from 15/06/2024] Kate Wigfield [Secretary] Rhidian Williams [Group Lead Volunteer until 15/06/2024 - Trustee]
Bankers
National Westminster Bank 66 High Street Maidenhead Berkshire SL6 1QA
Structure, governance and management –
The Group's governing documents are those of 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.
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 7 Trustees (including 1 Ex Officio Trustee) and meets every 4 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.
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Risk and Internal Control
The Group Trustee Board has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposed, these have been reviewed and systems have been established to mitigate against them. The main areas of concern that have been identified are:
Reduction or loss of adult volunteers and members. The Group provides activities for all young people aged 6 to 14. If there was a reduction in the number of adult volunteers or membership in a particular section or the group as whole then there would have to be a contraction, consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case a significant reduction in the number of adult volunteers in the group as whole would result in the complete closure of the Group.
Damage to the building, property and equipment: The Group would request the use of buildings, property and equipment from neighbouring organisations such as the church, community centre and other Scout Groups. Similar reciprocal arrangements exist with these organisations. The Group has sufficient buildings and contents insurance in place to mitigate against permanent loss.
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members: The Group through the capitation fees contributes to the Scout Associations national accident insurance policy. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all activities.
Reduced income from fund raising: The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fund raising. The group does hold a reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major reduction in income. The Committee can raise the value of subscriptions to increase the income to the group on an ongoing basis, either temporarily or permanently.
The group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss, these include 2 signatories for all payments and comprehensive insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered.
Objectives
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.
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Charity Commission's public benefit criteria
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.
Financial Policy
The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest 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 Executive regularly monitors the levels of bank balances and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maximum value and income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may involve using an account that requires a period of notice before funds may be withdrawn, before doing so the Group Executive considers the cash flow requirements.
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 Executive Committee considers that the group should hold a sum roughly equivalent to 6 months running costs, circa £17,000.
Data Protection
Use of personal data by the 1st Henley on Thames Scout Group complies with UK Data Protection legislation of which further details can be found at the website of the Information Commissioner (www.ico.gov.uk).
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Main events and financial review of the year
Review of activities
During 2024 membership has increased significantly. A full range of activities has been undertaken at the Scout Hut and elsewhere. Scouts, Cubs and Beavers camps took place; other activities away from our Scout Hut included Wall Climbing, Eyot Canoeing, Butlers Field Camp, Wye Valley Camp, Wild West Camp, Youlbury Camp, summer BBQ, Paddle Boarding, HMS Belfast, Circus Skills, Chalk Mine, Dragon Boating. A Guy Fawkes bonfire event was organised.
The Group attended the Henley on Thames Remembrance Sunday parade.
Membership
The membership numbers in the table below are extracted from the annual census return to the Scout Association which is made on the 31 January each year. Numbers at the end of the preceding December were not significantly different from the census numbers.
Active members as at: -
| Active membersasat: - | ||
|---|---|---|
| 31/01/2025 | 31/01/2024 | |
| Scouts % change |
47 +47% |
32 -6% |
| Cub Scouts % change |
59 <-1% |
60 0% |
| Beaver Scouts % change |
26 <+1% |
25 <1% |
| Total [excl Adults] % change |
132 +13% |
117 <1% |
| Adults % change |
25 +79% |
14 0% |
| Total [incl Adults] % change |
142 <8% |
131 <1% |
Scouts numbers have increased, and Adults have increased significantly. Numbers will continue to be constrained by the number of adult volunteers willing to act as Leaders. Beavers moving to Cubs, Cubs moving up to Scouts, and changes in the leadership of our Group are expected to enable Group numbers overall to grow. There are still significant waiting lists for Cubs.
Fund Raising
No fund-raising dinner was organised this year. Fund raising expenditure increased to £2,563 and funds raised increased from £3,926 to £6,972 of which £600 which was the licence fee from Airnetic for the positioning of their broadband receiver/transmitter dishes on the Scout Hut roof and the remainder was obtained from successful fund raising events and a BBQ.
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Financial review
Income from membership subscriptions increased from £16,924 in the previous year to £20,125.
Payments to the Scout Association increased from £9,042 in the previous year to £9,563. Scouts’ subscriptions will be reviewed during 2024 against the annual Spring 2024 payment to the Scout Association and the income/expenditure of our Activities.
Henley Scout Website has been maintained. Executive Committee expenses increased from £714 to £3,483. This increase is due mainly to an increase in fund raising expenses. Funds raised increased from £3,926 to £6,973.
Premises utilities costs, and maintenance and repair costs, and cleaning costs, reduced from £10,273 to £7,589. The decrease is mainly because maintenance reduced from £2,146 to £1,031, and water reduced from £2,614 to £1,031.
Camp costs increased from £4,007 to £18,544 and Camp and Session contributions increased from £10,358 to £19,193.
The Group’s Expenditure was £34,487 compared to Income of £43,919 and thus the net Movement In Fund changed from an increase of £10,356 to an increase of £9,433.
The Group's main asset is its cash balance which increased from £22,083 in the previous year to £31,515. This cash balance is required for future premises maintenance costs and equipment replacement.
The Group policy is that it should hold a sum roughly equivalent to 6 months running costs, circa £17,000.
As the cash balance is above circa £14,000, the Group has increased reserves and we plan to further increase them to fund improvements of our hall ceiling and acoustics, roof, kitchen, and lavatories. Fund raising events will be organised next year.
The programme of repairs and improvement works planned for the Scout Hut for 2025/2026 will be carefully monitored.
Donations increased from £5,709 to £7,116. Sundry events income increased from £2,106 to £6,373.
The financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2024 are presented on the pages following.
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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF THE 1ST HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP
As income for the year ended 31 December 2024 is above £25,000, a report of an Independent Account Examiner is required by the Charity Commission and will be obtained prior to submission of our annual figures to the Charity Commission.
The following images of the 1st Henley on Thames Scout Group bank accounts dated 3 Jan 2025 and 5 Dec 2024 showing balances of the Current and Bonus Reserve account of respectively £28,011.53 and £3,503.95 and thus totalling £31,515.48 confirm the reconciliation of the cash at bank balance shown in the accounts of £31,515.48.
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Page 11 of 12 1st HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity No. 304429) Annual Report for the Year Ended 31st December 2024 1st Henley-on-Thames Scout Group BALANCE SHEET 31ST DECEMBER 2024 2024 2023 CURRENT ASSETS cui'i'ent accoup,t savings accounL sh 4t Bank 28,011 .53 3,503.95 31,515.48 22,082.58 CURRENT LIABIIrnES NEf CURRENT ASSETS 31,515.48 22,082.58 SURPLUS OF INCOME OVER EXPENDmiRE As pi.e70uslY Reported 9,a32.90 10,356.36 Balance brought forward 22,082.58 11,726.22 Balance carried forward 31,515.48 22,082.58 Approiied by the Committe¥ Gnd signtd on their behali by: Victoria Montgomery, Treasurer Date
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In addition to the monetary assets listed above, the Group owns the Scout Headquarters premises on Greys Road, Henley on Thames which was built and paid for by the Group on land held from Henley on Thames Town Council on a ground lease for a term of years commencing 25/03/2024 expiring 28/09/2049 at a current ground rent of £70 per year.
The building is insured for a rebuilding cost of £342,814.
The Group also owns various camping and other equipment, all of which is fully written off.
This Group Contents insurance cover is £10,000, marquee cover is £2,385, CCTV system cover is £3,228. All Risks cover is £11,329 and Property Owners Liability indemnity limit is £2,000,000.
Approved by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:
28 October 2025 ____ Plot ____ Derek Harding – Chairman Date
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
1] Accounting Basis
These accounts have been prepared under the receipts and payments basis.
2] Stocks of materials
Stocks of materials including uniform items, badges, handbooks, stationery and activity materials are written off as expenditure on these items is incurred.
3] Enquiries
Any enquiries in respect of this report should be made to:
Derek Harding Chairman of the Trustees of the 1st Henley on Thames Scout Group The Scout Hut Greys Road Henley-on-Thames Oxfordshire RG9 1QP
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Independent examiners report to the trustees of the 1[st] HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (Registered Charity No. 304429)
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the 1[ST] HENLEY ON THAMES SCOUT GROUP (the trust) for the year ended 31st December 2024.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the trust 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 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 connexion 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 the Trust 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 matters in connexion 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: ……………………….. Name: Elaine Sibley
Electronically signed by: Elaine Sibley Reason: Approver Date: Oct 27, 2025 09:33:54 GMT
Relevant professional qualifications or membership of professional bodies
(if any): Chartered Institute of Management Accountants Address: Malindi, Middle Assendon, Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 6AP Date: 27[th] October 2025