-s(,'i.?urs 44th Brighton Trustees, Annual Report for the period From 0110912021 Period start date To 3110812022 Period end date Reference and Administration Details Charity Name.. Charity Number.. Principal Address: 44th Brighton Scout Group 305830 as listed on Charity Commlsslon register 21 Old London Road, Patcham. BN18XR 1.1 Trustees Paul Chapman Lynn Watts Douglas Mason Mlke Bassett Davld Allan Jonathan Harris Geraldlne James Lynn Tiltman Group Chair Group Secretary Group Treasurer Group Scout Leader Scout Leader Cub Scoul Leader Executive Committee Member repre58nling All Saints Church Executive Committee Member Structure, Governance and Management 2.1 Governing Document The Group's governing documents are those of The Scout Association. They consist of a Roy81 Charter. which in turn gives authority lo the Byè Laws of the Association and the PolScy, Organisation and Rules (POR) of the Scout Association. 2.2 Group Scout Council The Group Scout Council is Ihe electoral body to which the Group Executive Committee is accountable. Membership of Ihe Group Scout Council is open to.. Scouters Group Active Support Managers and members Colony Pack and Troop Assistants Skills Inslruclors Administrators Advisers Patrol Leaders All Parents of Beavers. Cubs and Scouts the District Commissioner and District Chair are eXffiCI0 members of the Group Scout Council.
2.3 Constitution The Group is a trust established under the Policy. Organisation and Rules of the Scout Association. It has a constitution agreed by the Group Scaul Council. but which is subs8rvient to its governing docum8nls. 2.4 Trustee Selection The trustees are appointed in accordanc8 with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of the Scout Association 2.5 Group Executive Committee The Group is led by a Group Scout Leader and managed by a Group Executive Committee. They are accountable to the Group Scout Council for the satisfactory running of the Group. The Executive Committee éxists lo support the Group Scout Leader in meèting the responsibilities of their appoinlmenl. Members of the Executive Committee musl act collecliv8ly as charity Trustees of the Scout Group, and in the best interests of ils members to.. Comply with the Policy, Organisation and Rules af The Scout Association Protect and maintain any property and equipment owned by andlor used by the Group Manage the Group finances. Provide insurance for people, property and equipment. Provide sufficient resources for Scouting lo operatè. This includes. but is not limited lo, supportlng recruitment. other adult support, and fund-raising aclivilies. Promote and support the dèvelopment of Scouting in the lo¢al area. Manage and implement the Safety Policy locally Ensure that a positive image of S¢ouling exists in the local community. Appoint and manage the operation of any sub-commillees, including appointing a Chair lo lead the sub-commillees Ensure that Young People are meaningfully involved in decision making al all18vels wilhln the Group The opening, closure and amalgamation of sections as necessary. And all other duties as sel out in Policy, Organisalion and Rules. 2.6 Rlsk and Internal Control The Group Executive Committee has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposed which are.. 2.6.1 Injury to Leaders, Helpers, Supporters or Members The Group supports compliance with the Safety Policy and ensures appropriate risk asse55ment', elimination. reduction and control measures a taken to reduce the likelihood of any injuries. In addition. through membership fees, the Group contributes to the Scout Association's national accident insurance policy.
2.6.2 Damage to Buildings, Property or Equipment The Group would request the use of buildings, property and equipment from neighbouring organisations. The Group has sufficient buildings and contents insurance in place lo mitigate against permanent loss. 2.6.3 Reduced Income from Subscriptions and Fund Ralslng The Group is primarily reliant upon income from subscriptions and fund-raising. The Group holds adequate reserves to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major reduction in income. The committee could also raise the value of subscriptions to increase the Group incom& either temporarily or pemanentty. 2.6.4 Reduction or Loss of Loaders The Group is totally r81iant upon volunteers to run and administer the aclivilies of the Group. If there were a reduction in Ihe number of volunteers to an unacc8plable level, then there would have lo be a conlraction. consolidation or closure of activities or sections. 2.6.5 Reductlon or Loss of Members If there were a reduction in membership of a particular section or th8 Group as a whole then there would have to be a conlraclion. consolidation or closure of a section.
Objectives and Activities The primary objective of the Group is that of the Scout Association generally, namely: 'to actively engage and support young people in their personal development. empowering them to make a positive contribution to society., The Values of Scoutin As Scouts we are guided by Ihese values.. Integrity - We act with integrity., we are honest. trusOrthY 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 altitudes. Co-operation - We make a positive difference., we cooperate with others and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting lakes 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. The activities of the Group are: The provision of the Scouting programme for 6-14 year old members Achievements and Performance Please see the separately produced Annual Review document submitted with the Trustees Annual Report. 4.1 Public benefit statement 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 Review 5.1 Reserves Policy
The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources lo 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 equivalent lo 12 months running costs, circa £10,000 The Group held reserves of approximately £20,000 against this al year end. This is above the lev81 required for operating expenses. However this can be explained by the need lo cover extensive maintenance to the HQ in the near future. 5.2 Investment Policy The Group's Income and Expenditure is very small and as a consequence, does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer-lerm investments such as stocks and shares. The Group hos therefore adopted a low risk strategy lo the investment of ils funds. All funds ar8 h8ld in cash using only mainstream banks Of bijilding sooielies or The Scout Association's Short Term Investment Service. Declaration The trustees d6clar& that they have approved the trustees report above. Signed on behalf of the charity s trustees.. Slgnatur9: Date: 191512023 Full Name.. Mlke Bassett Position.. Group Scout Leader Slgnature: Date.. 191512023 Full Name: Paul Chaprnan Position.. Group Chair
44th Brighton Scout Group Annual Report and Review 2022
| Total receipts for the year Total payments for the year Net receipts (payments for the year) Cash, bank & similar funds carried forward Closing funds Receipts for the year ended 31st August 2022 Membership subscriptions Gift Aid Less membership paid Other Income Interest received Donations/grants received Covid funding sundry income Rent received Activities Income with sections for specific activites Camps Fundraising Patcham Duck Fayre Total Receipts for the Year Payments for the year ended 31st August 2022 Premises Rent & rates Light & Heat Water Insurance Cleaning & Decoration Other Premises Expenses Activities Sections Replacement Equipment & Repairs Camps Admin costs Fundraising costs Total payments for the year Net Receipts (Payments) for the year Statement of Assets & Liabilities at 31st August 2022 Monetary Assets Barclays Bank Current Accounts Virgin Money Cash checksum |
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Previous year Total £ 18,871 10,920 7,951 19,465 27,416 Previous year Total £ 3,306 0 3,306 2,544 762 0 260 20,708 0 6,860 27,828 0 432 432 0 0 29,022 Previous Year Total £ 761 2,179 443 1,703 490 2,572 8,148 827 0 (154) 673 142 0 8,963 20,059 Previous Total £ 33,431 14,013 28 47,472 August 2022 |
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| General Fund Total £ 32,675 59,150 (26,475) 47,472 20,997 General Fund Total £ 5,359 1,643 7,002 0 7,002 104 277 3,080 45 1,792 5,298 1,375 16,048 17,423 2,953 2,953 32,675 General Fund Total £ 814 1,443 301 1,241 2,438 25,692 31,928 5,666 0 19,983 25,649 330 1,243 59,150 (26,475) General Fund Total £ 20,631 0 365 20,997 0 |
Independent examiner’s report to the trustees of 44[th] Brighton Scout Group
I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the 44[th] Brighton Scout Group the year ended 31 August 2022.
Responsibilities and basis of report
As the charity trustees of the 44[th] Brighton Scout Group you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (‘the Act’).
I report in respect of my examination of the 44[th] Brighton Scout Group accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the Act.
Independent examiner’s statement
I have completed my examination. I confirm that no material matters have come to my attention in connection with the examination giving me cause to believe that in any material respect:
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accounting records were not kept in respect of the 44[th] Brighton Scout Group as required by section 130 of the Act; or
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the accounts do not accord with those records.
I have no concerns and have come across no other matters in connection with the examination to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Signed:
Name: Stephen Oliver
Relevant professional qualification or membership of professional bodies (if any): Chartered Accountant
Address: Hove, Sussex
Date: February 2023