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Charity number: 328704

THE NEXT CENTURY FOUNDATION

UNAUDITED

TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

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CONTENTS

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Reference and adminsitrative details of the Charity, its Trustees and advisers	1
Trustees' report	2 - 4
Independent examiner's report	5
Statement of financial activities	6
Balance sheet	7
Notes to the financial statements	8 - 15

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REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISERS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

Trustees	The Lord Alliance of Manchester CBE
	Ambassador Mark Hambley
	The Earl of St Andrews
	Mr Alastair King-Smith
	Mr Vivian Wineman
	Mrs Mili Gottlieb
Charity registered number 328704 Principal office Angwinack Ludgvan Penzance Cornwall TR20 8BN Independent Examiner MHA MacIntyre Hudson Chartered Accountants 2 London Wall Place London EC2Y 5AU Bankers Lloyds TSB Bank plc 98 Victoria Street Westminster London SW1E 5JL

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TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

The Trustees present their annual report together with the financial statements of the The Next Century Foundation for the year 1 August 2021 to 31 July 2022.

The Next Century Foundation works on areas of crisis or conflict, where possible engaging with all parties in order to foster resolution and rapprochement. Our objective is to build a world in which the principles that underpin the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, freedom from fear and want and freedom of religion and expression, are the norm. The Next Century Foundation’s work is worldwide with a particular focus on the Middle East.

Aims and purposes of the organization

The Foundation has a particular focus on inclusivity, fostering a world in which the rejection of the other is increasingly uncommon. It does so by arranging meetings between those in confrontation, acting as an intermediary in conflict zones, identifying and promoting strategies for peace. Platforms it cherishes in this regard include the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva, the International Media Awards, and its many conferences and working group meetings.

Objectives and activities

The Next Century Foundation (NCF) is a Charity devoted to conflict resolution. The sole aim of the NCF is to apply a solvent for the fear, insecurity and lack of trust that have bedevilled more public exchanges. The Foundation works to:

• Encourage dialogue between opinion formers in areas where a climate of conflict or open hostility has made progress towards reconciliation and peace difficult - And to do so from a non-judgmental perspective.

• Search for and encourage solutions to conflict situations.

• Arrange diplomatic, parliamentary and economic meetings throughout the year to support these objectives and contribute to the creation of an informed opinion, bringing together people of all parties concerned.

• Encourage links between those who have a role to play in tackling the root causes of violence and who see the necessity of mobilising the forces of reason.

The NCF has adopted the four freedoms as our goal:

Freedom from want, from fear, of expression and of religion.

The other thing that sets the NCF apart is that we talk to everybody. We are Non-partisan. The idea of respecting all is quite important.

Achievements and performance

During the past year the Next Century Foundation has been active in its usual spheres of influence in the Middle East and beyond. As always we have produced both written and oral statements for the United Nations with whom we are in consultative status. These include reports to the UN and statements from our team on issues as diverse as women’s rights in Afghanistan and the possible way forward with regard to the conflict in Ukraine.

We have had the support of an excellent team of interns upon whom as always we depend. They have engaged in giving us a high profile on social media both in the West and the Middle East. They have also coordinated and minuted a series of working group meetings on a wide range of subjects. They have been particularly outstanding in organising our regular summer conference which as always has been remarkably constructive with regard to our work for peace in the region.

We remain very dependent on platforms such as zoom in this post Covid world. However we have begun to resume visits to the Middle East, albeit on a limited scale.

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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

These have included travel to Iraq, a country at the crossroads of the confrontation between Iran and the Arab world. It is heartening to see that particular conflict waning as evidenced by reduced levels of killing in Syria.

Less heartening is the new confrontation in Ukraine. As always we try and engage both parties. In this instance that means involving the Russians, if we are to make a difference for peace. That of itself is no easy task. However in this as an all our work we hold fast to the four freedoms. Freedom from fear. Freedom from want. Freedom of religion. And freedom of expression. It is these freedoms that we try to promote but as ever we give a greater priority to our work for peace than to the associated work for the promotion of human rights. Our first and absolute central dispensation is to work towards the world in which all have freedom from fear. To do this our first priority is to promote peace.

That said, there are new agendas, and we do not ignore them. Of particular importance is the issue of the environment in all its ramifications. We have tried and will continue to try to do what we can to promote a sustainable future for the next generation.

We are of course constrained by funding as ever. However it is heartening that the new arena in which we work allows us to engage with people in far-flung places in ways that would have been impossible in a pre-Covid world. Even our interns work remotely and are now drawn from across the world rather than merely from the United Kingdom where our principal offices are located.

And constraints in funding is one of the reasons that have meant that our main offices are now in Cornwall rather than in London. All logic would dictate that this would in turn constrain our work, but it does not do so to the degree we might have expected. Furthermore the consequent reduction in the need for substantial funding is helpful.

We are particularly grateful for the substantial help given us by the Wineman Charitable Trust which doubled funds raised by our volunteers in the summer. Without this support we would have been in a dire situation as we are almost completely funded by public subscription and by a small number of key supporters. We no longer have the government funding that once made our lives easier.

As ever we are a volunteer lead organisation. In some ways the funding constraints we face give us greater freedom because we no longer have a need to pay heed to the interests of a principal funder.

Going forward we see it work on the Middle East Peace Process as a priority. It was what we were founded to do in the first instance and it is work we must not neglect. Sadly we also see a need to continue working on the Ukraine issue which still seems far from solution. We wish prospects for peace were greater in that arena. We hope for and work for a better tomorrow.

Financial review

Going concern

The Trustees have reduced expenditure to ensure the Charity is able to balance expenditure and income and continue in operational existence. For this reason they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements. Further details regarding the adoption of the going concern basis can be found in the Accounting Policies.

Financial risk management objectives and policies

The NCF’s bankers are Lloyds Victoria Street London. The bank has completed an extensive process of due diligence in regard to the affairs of the NCF. The NCF’s activities are to some degree dictated by the state of its finances, e.g. if finances are constrained there is less work overseas.

The NCF aims to have two regular substantial core funders supplemented by small donations from members and from fundraising drives by such as sponsored runs and the annual appeal by Lord Stone.

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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

Results for the year

The results of the year's operation are set out in the attached financial statements. The Charity achieved a surplus of £17,355 for the year (2021: a loss of £5,870). Total unrestricted funds at the year end showed net assets of £10,371 (2021: net liabilities of £6,984). NCF has limited financial reserves and no trading component; it relies upon donations from a range of individuals and organisations.

Reserves policy

It is the policy of the Foundation to look to establish reserves that would equate to three months' running costs - with the level of reserves monitored by Trustees regularly.

Structure, governance and management

Constitution

The Next Century Foundation is a registered charity, number 328704, and is governed by a declaration of Trust adopted on 4 July 1990.

Methods of appointment or election of Trustees

The management of the Charity is the responsibility of the Trustees who are elected and co-opted under the terms of the Trust deed.

- Organisational structure and decision making policies

While the Secretary General holds the main responsibility for implementing policy, the process of setting priorities and programmes is determined in discussion between the Secretary General, the Trustees and the Advisory Board.

Trustees may determine NCF priorities. The Advisory Board includes members with expertise relevant to the charity’s objectives who have a close working involvement with the Foundation. They advise the Trustees and Secretary General as they review progress and shape future operations of the charity.

Normally the Trustees, the Board, key patrons, and key volunteers all attend Board meetings and review the Foundation’s core work and reports. The Board can veto an area of work. Normal practice is for the Trustees to solicit the view of all Board members collectively and votes are taken by all Board members (excluding patrons, volunteers and the Secretary General). However, legal authority for key matters of governance is only vested in the Trustees, and they will therefore sometimes discuss such matters privately. The NCF Website has a section inviting membership.

Financial risk management

The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the Charity is exposed, in particular those related to the operations and finances of the Charity, and are satisfied that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.

Public benefit statement

The Trustees confirm that they have complied with their duty to have due regard to the guidance on public benefit published by the Charity Commission in exercising their powers and duties. The public benefit of the Charity's activities are outlined under 'Objectives and activities' above.

Approved by order of the members of the board of Trustees and signed on their behalf by:

................................................ Vivian Wineman, Trustee

Date: 24th May 2023

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INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

Independent examiner's report to the Trustees of The Next Century Foundation ('the Charity')

I report to the charity Trustees on my examination of the accounts of the Charity for the year ended 31 July 2022.

Responsibilities and basis of report

As the Trustees of the Charity you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 ('the 2011 Act').

I report in respect of my examination of the Charity's accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followed the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act.

Independent examiner's statement

Your attention is drawn to the fact that the Charity has prepared the accounts in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) in preference to the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice issued on 1 April 2005 which is referred to in the extant regulations but has been withdrawn.

I understand that this has been done in order for the accounts to provide a true and fair view in accordance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Practice effective for reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2015.

I have completed my examination. I confirm that no 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 Charity as required by section 130 of the 2011 Act; or

2. the accounts do not accord with those records; or

3. the accounts do not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of 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 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: Dated: 30/05/2023

Stuart McKay BSc FCA DChA

MHA MacIntyre Hudson, 6th Floor, 2 London Wall Place, London, EC2Y 5AU

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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

Note Income from: Donations 3 Total income Expenditure on: Charitable activities 4 Total expenditure Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Net movement in funds Total funds carried forward	Unrestricted funds 2022 £ 38,935 38,935 21,580 21,580 17,355 (6,984) 17,355 10,371	Total funds 2022 £ 38,935 38,935 21,580 21,580 17,355 (6,984) 17,355 10,371	Total funds 2021 £ 17,389 17,389 23,259 23,259 (5,870) (1,114) (5,870) (6,984)

The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements.

All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

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BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 JULY 2022

Note Fixed assets Tangible assets 8 Current assets Debtors 9 Cash at bank and in hand Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 10 Net current assets / liabilites Charity funds Unrestricted funds 11 Total funds	3,317 11,546 14,863 (4,492)	2022 £ - - 10,371 10,371 10,371 10,371	507 1,682 2,189 (9,173)	2021 £ - - (6,984) (6,984) (6,984) (6,984)

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the Trustees and signed on their behalf by:

................................................ Vivian Wineman, Trustee

Date: 24th May 2023

The notes on pages 8 to 15 form part of these financial statements.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

1. General information

The Charity is an unincorporated charity, registered with the Charity Commission in England and Wales (Charity Registration Number 328704).

The address of the registered office is given on the Charity information page 1 of these financial statements.

The nature of the Charity's operations and principal activities are listed in the Trustees Report.

2. Accounting policies

2.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) - Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.

The financial statements have been prepared to give a 'true and fair' view and have departed from the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 only to the extent required to provide a 'true and fair' view. This departure has involved following the Charities SORP (FRS 102) published in October 2019 rather than the Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice effective from 1 April 2005 which has since been withdrawn.

The Next Century Foundation meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy.

The financial statements are presented in sterling which is the functional currency of the Charity and are rounded to the nearest pound.

The significant accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all years presented unless otherwise stated.

2.2 Going concern

The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis as the Trustees believe that no material uncertainties exist. The Trustees have considered the level of funds held and the expected level of income and expenditure for 12 months from authorising these financial statements. The budgeted income and expeniture is sufficient with the level of reserves for the Charity to be able to continue as a going concern.

2.3 Income

All income, including that from government grants, is recognised once the Charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.

Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

2. Accounting policies (continued)

2.4 Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity.

Expenditure on charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the Charity's objectives, as well as any associated support costs.

All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT.

2.5 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation

Tangible fixed assets costing £500 or more are capitalised and recognised when future economic benefits are probable and the cost or value of the asset can be measured reliably.

Tangible fixed assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, under the cost model, tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. All costs incurred to bring a tangible fixed asset into its intended working condition should be included in the measurement of cost.

Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of tangible fixed assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, using the straight-line method.

Depreciation is provided on the following basis:

• Office equipment 3 years straight line basis

2.6 Debtors

Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.

2.7 Cash at bank and in hand

Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.

2.8 Liabilities and provisions

Liabilities are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably.

Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the Charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received as advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

2. Accounting policies (continued)

2.9 Financial instruments

The Charity only holds basic Financial Instruments. The financial assets and financial liabilities of the Charity are as follows:

Debtors – trade and other debtors (including accrued income) are basic financial instruments and are debt instruments measured at amortised cost as detailed in Note 9. Prepayments are not financial instruments.

Cash at bank - is classified as a basic financial instrument and is measured at face value.

Liabilities - trade creditors, accruals and other creditors will be classified as financial instruments, and are measured at amortised cost as detailed in Note 10. Taxation and social security are not included in the financial instruments disclosure. Deferred income is not deemed to be a financial liability, as in the cash settlement has already taken place and there is simply an obligation to deliver charitable services rather than cash or another financial instrument.

2.10 Fund accounting

General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the Charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.

Designated funds comprise unrestricted funds that have been set aside by the Trustees for particular purposes. The aim and use of each designated fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.

3. Income from donations and legacies

Unrestricted funds 2022 £ Donations 37,635 Government grants 1,300 Total 2022 38,935	Total funds 2022 £ 37,635 1,300 38,935	Total funds 2021 £ 8,109 9,280
		17,389

Government grant income recognised relates to the Job Retention Scheme, received in response to the Covid-19 pandemic. There are no unfulfilled conditions or contingencies associated with this income at the year-end date.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

4. Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities

Summary by fund type

Unrestricted funds 2022 £ Charitable activities 21,580 Total 2021 23,259	Total funds 2022 £ 21,580 23,259	Total funds 2021 £ 23,259

5. Analysis of expenditure by activities

Charitable activities Total 2021	Activities undertaken directly 2022 £ 13,867 14,846	Support costs 2022 £ 7,713 8,413	Total funds 2022 £ 21,580 23,259	Total funds 2021 £ 23,259

Analysis of direct costs

Staff costs Staff expenses Rent and occupancy costs Overseas project costs	Charitable Activities 2022 £ 5,480 621 1,922 5,844 13,867	Total funds 2022 £ 5,480 621 1,922 5,844 13,867	Total funds 2021 £ 9,600 2,914 2,332 -
			14,846

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

5. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)

Analysis of support costs

Depreciation Telephone and internet Bank charges Book-keeping and payroll fees Governance costs - Independent Examiners fees Printing, postage and stationery Office costs Social media and website Sundry expenses	Charitable Activities 2022 £ - 833 232 - 3,300 201 1,308 1,404 435 7,713	Total funds 2022 £ - 833 232 - 3,300 201 1,308 1,404 435 7,713	Total funds 2021 £ 282 414 150 4,561 - 131 2,472 240 163
			8,413

6. Staff costs

Wages and salaries	2022 £ 5,480 5,480	2021 £ 9,600
		9,600

The average number of persons employed by the Charity during the year was as follows:

	2022	2021
	No.	No.
Employees	-	1

No employee received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year.

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

7. Trustees' remuneration and expenses

The Trustees are considered to be the Key Management Personnel of the Charity. During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2021 - £NIL) .

During the year ended 31 July 2022, no Trustee expenses have been incurred (2021 - £NIL) .

8. Tangible fixed assets

Cost or valuation At 1 August 2021 At 31 July 2022 Depreciation At 1 August 2021 At 31 July 2022 Net book value At 31 July 2022 At 31 July 2021	Office equipment £ 2,692
	2,692
	2,692
	2,692
	-
	-

9. Debtors

Due within one year Gift aid receivable Other debtors	2022 £ 817 2,500 3,317	2021 £ 507 - 507

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

10. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year

Trade creditors Other creditors Accruals	2022 £ - 1,192 3,300 4,492	2021 £ 1,738 7,435 -
		9,173

11. Statement of funds

Statement of funds - current year

Balance at 1 August 2021 £ Unrestricted funds General Funds (6,984) Statement of funds - prior year Balance at 1 August 2020 £ Unrestricted funds General Funds (1,114)	Income £ 38,935 Income £ 17,389	Expenditure £ Balance at 31 July 2022 £ (21,580) 10,371 Expenditure £ Balance at 31 July 2021 £ (23,259) (6,984)	Expenditure £ Balance at 31 July 2022 £ (21,580) 10,371 Expenditure £ Balance at 31 July 2021 £ (23,259) (6,984)
			Balance at 31 July 2021 £ (6,984)

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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 JULY 2022

12. Analysis of net assets between funds

Analysis of net assets between funds - current year

Unrestricted funds 2022 £ Current assets 14,863 Creditors due within one year (4,492) Total 10,371	Total funds 2022 £ 14,863 (4,492) 10,371

Analysis of net assets between funds - prior year

Current assets Creditors due within one year Total	Unrestricted funds 2021 £ 2,189 (9,173) (6,984)	Total funds 2021 £ 2,189 (9,173) (6,984)

13. Related party transactions

During the year, the Trustees made unrestricted donations of £1,992 (2021: £1,992) to the Charity. Donations of £12,376 were also received from the Wineman Charitable Trust, of which Vivian Wineman is also a Trustee.

There were no other related party transactions in the current or prior year.

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