2026-03-31-accounts

Sudbury District Scout Council (Charlty no. 3056811 Receipts and Payments Account Fpr th• yoarfrom 01104125 To 31103r26 District Receipts and Payments Unr•8trtcted funds UnMtrfjcted lund$ 2025126 2024125 Donatlons I acles and 81rn118rlncorn• Membefshi $ubscn IIofi5- Su¥8crl b"on$ received Sub8Cri tion$ re￿1¥?￿ r•viou8 Plus Refund r•LxNed lfom Coun Donations 486S2 374fr) sui 335 Grants Other 407 616 AGtlvlll8 Beavets Eveni$ Cub E¥ents Water kb"vil*S 130 4105 360 Oth•r Incom• Ba¢J g Sales Foo5 R•ceN•d Funtl R8ksi lo￿ Gro 385 260 Fund$ Investment Income Bank Interest 272 329 Total Gmss In¢om? '"' A88et and Inv•stmenl SalB8, etL Total Recelpts

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District Sections Receipts and Payments 2025126 Unr•atrlct•d lundB 2025126 Unrgty¢rlct•d funds 2025126 Unrestrl¢ted nd8 2024123 Unrestrfcled fund* 2024126 Unrnstrlct•d fvnd$ 2024n6 Unrestrlct?d fund• ua ter tou YtTr Total RKo1 ts Total Pa ments Nel ofh¢•l ts/ ments C•$h Funds last yèar end 7007 5777 1230 2875 3803 11&9 9J7 232 2136 2377 22 3853 230 2368 $130 12401 3115 118 2926 C•$h Funds th1$ rend Statement of Assets and Liabilities at the end of the year Co$h Funds 8ank current aeexjunl P3yP•l C8sh BuiK1ty society 8CCOUrt Totsl Cash Fund8 4104 2T12 2749 101Q 295 Non Mon•ts Assets lor Cho B#dg• stock Shop $ic¢k Other $1o¢k Land and bU￿AIr￿J8 Motor YehKles ScoutiTrJ equipmenl, lumliure ¢1¢ '• own u8• 1DOO 21)4 Ll•bJlltl• Loan- detsll Other l•tylltffjs Total Net As•ots1

1 ml•kn yH 2026£41,709.

England & Wales

Independent Examiner’s Report to the Trustees of Sudbury District Scout Council

I report to the Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Sudbury District Scout Council for the year ended 31 March 2026.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the charity trustees of the Sudbury District Scout Council 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 Sudbury District Scout Council accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.

Independent examiner’s statement

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

1. accounting records were not kept in respect of the Sudbury District Scout Council as required by section 130 of the Act; or

2. 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: Name: John Eccleston

Relevant professional qualification or membership of professional bodies (if any):

Address: 1 Bladon Way Haverhill Suffolk, CB9 0AB

Date: 29/05/2026

Trustees’ Annual Report

For the period:

From	01/04/2025	To	31/03/2026
	(period start date)		(period end date)
Charity Name		Sudbury District Scouts
Charity Registration Number (if registered - leave blank if excepted charity)		305681
HQ Registration Number		015310

Objectives and activities

Summary of the purpose and objects of the charity as set out in its governing document	The objectives of the charity are as a part of The Scout Association. 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
Summary of the main activities in relation to the purpose and objects	The provision of the Scouting programme for 4-25yr old members
Statement confirming the trustees have had regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit	The Trustees confirm that the charity meets the Charity Commission’s Public Benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community development headings.
Policy on grant making	The Trustees make no formal commitment to charitable giving for the year ahead, rather that community support remains a priority and that requests for charitable support will be considered on an individual basis. Any charitable giving will be considered in line with our finance policy and will not be to the detriment of the District reserves policy.

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Achievements and performance

Summary of the main Another successful year delivering a diverse and enjoyable achievements of the charity programme by all units - with the launch of new Squirrel dreys and the during the year identifying the setting up of District teams to help assist each section being notable difference and impact the achievements. charity’s work has made, including on sustainability

You may choose to include The main fund raising for District is from Census charges, we are further statements, where deliberately trying to maintain this at the lowest level possible whilst relevant, about: enabling the viability of the District Trustee Board.

• Achievements against objectives

• Fundraising activities

• Contribution made by volunteers

Financial review

Review of the financial position
Policy on Reserves, why they are held, and the amount of reserves	The policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue our charitable activities should income and fundraising activities fall short. The Trustee Board considers that the charity should hold a sum equivalent to 18 months running costs, circa £9k. The charity held reserves of approximately £8.9k against this at year end. This is above the level required for operating expenses. This marginal shortfall can be explained by one off expenses for provision of air rifle equipment for District use. Excess reserves will be available for next reporting year whilst remaining around our agreed reserve. The charity also holds funds designated for provision of World Jamboree assistance and hardship requests.
Policy on Investments and investment performance	The charity’s reserves are small and as a consequence does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer-term investments such as stocks and shares. The charity has therefore adopted a low risk strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in dual authorisation cash deposit accounts using only mainstream banks or building societies.
A description of the principal risks	Main financial risks are associated with overspending or reduced young people numbers, impacting finances raised from capitation. Our policies negate these risks are far as possible.

Structure, governance and management

Type of governing document	The charity’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 (POR) of The Scout Association.
How the charity is constituted	The charity is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts. It is constituted as an educational charity.
Trustee selection methods	The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.

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Policies and procedures for the induction and training of trustees	All Trustees complete The Scout Association trustee and mandatory learning within the first six months of joining the Trustee Board, they also complete other Scout Association mandatory learning periodically as required.
Additional governance arrangements	The charity is managed by the Trustee Board, the members of which are the “Charity Trustees”. 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 10 Trustees and meets 5 times a year. The Trustee Board is supported by a Board Administrator/Secretary. The Trustee Board exists to support the Leadership Teams in meeting the responsibilities of their appointments and in supporting them to run high-quality and safe programs that give young people skills for life. The Trustee Board maintain appropriate governance policies and oversight. The Trustee Board is responsible for carrying out its purposes for the public benefit, complying with the charity’s governing document and the law, and managing the charity’s resources responsibly. The Trustee Board is responsible for ensuring the charity is well managed, risks are assessed and mitigated, buildings and equipment are in good order and everyone follows legal requirements and Scout Association Policy, Organisation & Rules. This includes, but is not limited to, responsibility for: ● Promoting a positive image of Scouting in the community, as well as its development; ● Ensuring that the finances are properly managed, and there are sufficient resources (and reserves) to deliver high quality Scouting; ● Ensuring a system of internal controls is in place that is designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss; ● Ensuring that property is appropriately managed; ● Maintaining appropriate insurance of persons, property and equipment; ● Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support; ● Having an open and transparent selection process for the recruitment of Trustees; ● Appointing Advisors as required; ● Ensuring effective administration is in place to support the Trustee Board; ● Ensuring compliance with applicable governance and charity regulations, including in respect to safety and safeguarding; ● Ensuring incidents are appropriately reported in line with regulation and policy; ● Ensuring applicable policies and regulations are regularly reviewed and changes implemented as appropriate; ● Ensuring transparency of operations, including in the preparation of accounts and holding and AGM; ● Ensuring compliance with Data Protection legislation; ● Acting as a responsible employer for any employees, who are effectively managed.

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Plans for future periods

Plans for future Periods

To continue to develop provisions within District to allow for even more engagement for young people

Reference and administration details

Principal Address 18 Long Pastures Glemsford Sudbury Suffolk CO10 7SS

	Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year
1	Vincent Quattrucci	Chair
2	Stephen Cridland	Lead Volunteer
3	Richard Cutting	Lead Volunteer
4	Bryan Mayles	Treasurer
5	Janet Jennings	Administrator/Secretary
6	JennyMullan
7	Carolyn Spraggons
8	Paul Remblance
9	Julie Penney
10	John Wiseman
11	CathyChallis
12	Claire Sutton

Name and address of advisors

Name and address of advisors
Type of advisor	Name	Address
Independent Examiner	John Eccleston	1 Bladon Way, Haverhill, CB9 0AB

Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above. Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees by:

Signed on behalf of the charity’s	trustees by:
Signature
Full name	Vincent Quattrucci
Position held	Sudbury District Scouts Chairman
Date	12/06/2026

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Trustees’ Annual Report for the period 01/04/2025 - 31/03/2026