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Registered charity number (if any)
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**for whole year**| |---|---|---|---| ||**Andy Barker**|Treasurer|| ||**Colin Barker**|Leader|| ||**Alistair Langton**||| ||**Craig Law**||| ||**Phil McCullough**|Leader|| ||**Conor Musson**|Leader|| ||**Tim Orton**|GroupScout Leader|| ||**Katy Phillips**|Leader|| ||**Steve Riordan**|Chair|| ||**Stephen Rule**|Leader|| ||**Bob Stork**||| ||||| ||||| ||||| ||||| Names and addresses of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice) _(These will be published in the annual report of the charity)_ Type of advisor Name Address ## **Section B Structure, governance and management** Description of the charity’s trusts Type of governing document 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. (e.g. trust deed, constitution) 1 LT700001 (27 February 2024)_x000D_# Restricted How the charity is constituted The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts. (e.g. trust, association, company) Trustee selection methods (e.g. appointed by, elected by) and Rules of The Scout Association. Additional governance issues (optional information but encouraged as best practice) The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. |Policies and procedures adopted for:
You may choose to include additional
information, where relevant, about:
a) the induction and training of trustees;
b) trustee' consideration of major risks
and the systems and procedures to
manage them|The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board, the members of which
are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout Group. 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 9 Trustees
(including 2 Ex Officio Trustees, and 7 co-opted Trustees) and meets every
2 months.
This Group Trustee Board exists to make sure the charity is well-managed,
risks are assessed and mitigated, equipment ais in good working order,
and everyone follows legal requirements and the organisation's policies
and rules. (See the Group Constitution.)| |---|---| |**Section B**
**Structure, governance and management (continued)**|**Section B**
**Structure, governance and management (continued)**| |---|---| ||**Risk and Internal Control 1**
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:
Damage to the building, property and equipment. The Group
makes use of the Attenborough Village Hall on a regular basis and
occasionally other Scout Groups. 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 fundraising. The group does hold a
reserve to ensure the continuity of activities should there be a major
reduction in income. The Board can raise the value of subscriptions to
increase the income to the group on an ongoing basis, either temporarily or
permanently.
Reduction or loss of leaders. The group is totally reliant upon
volunteers to run and administer the activities of the group. If there was a
reduction in the number of leaders to an unacceptable level in a particular
section or the group as a whole then there would have to be a contraction,
consolidation or closure of a section. In the worst case scenario the
complete closure of the Group.
Reduction or loss of members. The Group provides activities for
all young people aged 4 to 18. If there was a reduction in 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
scenario the complete closure of the Group.




| **Ri k d I t l C t l 2** 2 LT700001 (27 February 2024)_x000D_# Restricted ## **Risk and Internal Control 2** 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 a comprehensive insurance policies to ensure that insurable risks are covered. |**Section C**|**Objectives and activities**| |---|---| |Public benefit statement
Summary of the objects of the charity set
out in its governing document|
**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.| ||| ||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.| |**Section D**|| |**Achievements and performance**
Summary of the main achievements of
the charity during the year
The_Squirrels_section that began in January 2024 continues to strengthen
to complement the existing,_Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorer_sections.
The numbers in the group as at June 2025 are:
_Squirrels_- 13
_Beavers_-17
_Cubs_- 18
_Scouts_- 26
_Explorers_- 12
This reflects the interest from the local community and provides the group
with a solid base to continue to engage young people in Scouting as they
progress through the different sections|**Achievements and performance**| 3 LT700001 (27 February 2024)_x000D_# Restricted progress through the different sections. |**Section E**
Brief statement of the charity’s policy on|| |---|---| |**Financial Review**
**Reserves Policy**
Quantify and explain any designations
Details of any funds materially in deficit
(circumstances plus steps to eliminate)
None
Further financial review details (optional information)
information, where relevant, about:
**Investment Policy 1**

reserves
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 Trustee Board considers that the group
should hold a sum equivalent to 3 months running costs, circa £3700.
The Group held reserves of approximately £6000 against this at year end.
This is above the level enquired for operating expenses, however
capitation increase each year, in line with the increase in size of the group.
As a Trustee Board we are aware of the risks of a reduction of group
income and how that could impact activities in the future. At this time
however, despite holding less money in reserve, we feel the group are in a
strong position and there is no risk of having to curtail activities for any of
the sections
You**may choose**to include additional
• the charity’s principal sources of funds
The Group's Income and Expenditure is very small and as a consequence
does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer-term investments such as
stocks and shares. The Group has therefore adopted a low risk strategy to
the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only
mainstream banks or building societies.
• how expenditure has supported the key
The Group Trustee Board regularly monitors the levels of the bank balance
and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maximum value
and income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may involve
changing our banking provider, before doing so the Group Trustee Board
considers the requirements and makes a decision accordingly|**Financial Review**| ||**Reserves Policy**
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 Trustee Board considers that the group
should hold a sum equivalent to 3 months running costs, circa £3700.
The Group held reserves of approximately £6000 against this at year end.
This is above the level enquired for operating expenses, however
capitation increase each year, in line with the increase in size of the group.
As a Trustee Board we are aware of the risks of a reduction of group
income and how that could impact activities in the future. At this time
however, despite holding less money in reserve, we feel the group are in a
strong position and there is no risk of having to curtail activities for any of
the sections| ||| ||None| ||
**Investment Policy 1**

The Group's Income and Expenditure is very small and as a consequence
does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer-term investments such as
stocks and shares. The Group has therefore adopted a low risk strategy to
the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only
mainstream banks or building societies.

The Group Trustee Board regularly monitors the levels of the bank balance
and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maximum value
and income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may involve
changing our banking provider, before doing so the Group Trustee Board
considers the requirements and makes a decision accordingly| |**Section F**|**Other Optional Information**| |Plans for future periods (details of any
significant activities planned to achieve
them)|| ||The 2025 Group camp was held successfully in Walesby in north
Nottinghamshire.
The summer camp will see the Group travel to Edinburgh.
The new term will start in September and the Trustees will continue to
work to provide a great experience of scouting for all members.| ||| 4 LT700001 (27 February 2024)_x000D_# Restricted ~~ee~~ **Section G Declaration** The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees Signature(s) Full name(s) ~~SS~~ Steve Riordan Position (e.g. Secretary, Chair) ~~A~~ Chair Date 1 0 0 7 2 5 5 LT700001 (27 February 2024)_x000D_# Restricted nd 2 Attenborou St. Ma Account Balances th Year Ending 28 February 2025 Charit Number 506489 Scout Grou 2024 2025 Opening Balances Bank £12,406 £13,766 Cash £0 £61 £12,406 £13,827 (Deficit)Surplus for year £1,421 1£2.5991 £13,827 £11,228 Closing Balances Bank £13,766 £11,162 Cash £61 £66 £13,827 £11,228 Chairman Treasurer Accountants report th We have examined the receipts and payments account for the year ending 29 February 2024, together with the books and records submitted to us by the 2. Attenborough (St. Mary's) Scout GroLtp. We confirm that the account is in accordance with the books and records. C. J. Lucking & Co. Chartered Accountants 34 Cross Street, Long Eaton, Nottingham. NGIO IHD 7 Zo2 ## **2nd Attenborough (St. Mary's) Scout Group Receipts and Payments Account Year Ending 28[th] February 2025** ## **Receipts** |**Receipts**||| |---|---|---| ||**2024**
**2025**|| |Subscriptions
Camp Income
Gift Aid
Fundraising
Grants and Donations
Secton Income
**Total Receipts**|£6,047
£9,244
£9,829
£23,073
£1,302
£0
£1,661
£3,300
£264
£130
£639
£2,426
£19,742
£38,173|_note 1_| _note 1)_ Gift aid of £1,406 claimed, but not yet paid Page 2 of 3 ## **2nd Attenborough (St. Mary's) Scout Group Receipts and Payments Account th Year Ending 28 February 2025** ## **Payments** |Camp Expenditure
Capitation
Equipment
Fund Raising
Donation
Insurance
Rent
Section Expenditure
Uniform|**2,024**
**2025**
£7,104
£25,367
£3,696
£3,363
£1,296
£1,705
_note 2_
£704
£0
£75
£425
£304
£3,039
£4,575
£2,481
£4,679
£280
_note 2_| |---|---| |**Total Expenditure**
**(Deficit)Surplus for the year**|£18,321
£1,421|£40,772
(£2,599)| |---|---|---| _note 2)_ Included in section expenditure Page 3 of 3 nd 2 Attenborou St. Ma Account Balances th Year Ending 28 February 2025 Charit Number 506489 Scout Grou 2024 2025 Opening Balances Bank £12,406 £13,766 Cash £0 £61 £12,406 £13,827 (Deficit)Surplus for year £1,421 1£2.5991 £13,827 £11,228 Closing Balances Bank £13,766 £11,162 Cash £61 £66 £13,827 £11,228 Chairman Treasurer Accountants report th We have examined the receipts and payments account for the year ending 29 February 2024, together with the books and records submitted to us by the 2. Attenborough (St. Mary's) Scout GroLtp. We confirm that the account is in accordance with the books and records. C. J. Lucking & Co. Chartered Accountants 34 Cross Street, Long Eaton, Nottingham. NGIO IHD 7 Zo2 ## **2nd Attenborough (St. Mary's) Scout Group Receipts and Payments Account Year Ending 28[th] February 2025** ## **Receipts** |**Receipts**||| |---|---|---| ||**2024**
**2025**|| |Subscriptions
Camp Income
Gift Aid
Fundraising
Grants and Donations
Secton Income
**Total Receipts**|£6,047
£9,244
£9,829
£23,073
£1,302
£0
£1,661
£3,300
£264
£130
£639
£2,426
£19,742
£38,173|_note 1_| _note 1)_ Gift aid of £1,406 claimed, but not yet paid Page 2 of 3 ## **2nd Attenborough (St. Mary's) Scout Group Receipts and Payments Account th Year Ending 28 February 2025** ## **Payments** |Camp Expenditure
Capitation
Equipment
Fund Raising
Donation
Insurance
Rent
Section Expenditure
Uniform|**2,024**
**2025**
£7,104
£25,367
£3,696
£3,363
£1,296
£1,705
_note 2_
£704
£0
£75
£425
£304
£3,039
£4,575
£2,481
£4,679
£280
_note 2_| |---|---| |**Total Expenditure**
**(Deficit)Surplus for the year**|£18,321
£1,421|£40,772
(£2,599)| |---|---|---| _note 2)_ Included in section expenditure Page 3 of 3