Trustees, Annual Report
For the period
From (start date)
to end date
24
Sectioii A
Reference and administration details
Charity name
1st Broughton Astley Scout Group
other names the charity is known by
Registered charity number (if any)
HQ registration number
Charitys principal address
Scout Hut
Station Road
Brou
hton Astle
Postcode
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
(These ￿lItsep{thl1sbed1n th¢ annual reportofthe charity artdthe Charity Regislerth￿pthg fora Regthd Charity a chatyregulator)
Trustse Name
Office (if any)
Dates acted if not
for whole year
Phil Burton
Jessica R
ns
Richard Stephenson
Nicola Tu
Ruth Burton
Jennifer Row
Chair
Treasurer
10
11
12
13
14
15
Names and addresse5 of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice)
(theso ￿ry11be publishettin the anrtual fEPQrtofthe chan.tyj
Type of advisor
Name
Address
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Section B
Structure, governance and management
Description of the chanty's trusts
Type of goveming document
The Group's goveming documents are those of the The
Scout Associab'on. 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
Associats'on.
{e.g. trust deed, constituts'on)
How the charity is constituted
The Group is a trust established under its rules vthich are
common to all Scouts.
(e.g. trust, association, company)
Trustee selection methods
(e.g. appointed by, elected by)
The Trustees are appointed in accordan￿ with the Policy,
Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
Additional governance issues (optional informatton but encouraged as best practice)
You may choose to include additional
informats'on, where relevant, about..
The Group is managed by the Group Trustee Board, the
members of which are the 'Charity Trustees, of the Scout
Group which is an educattonal charity. As charity trustees
they are responsible for complying with legislation applicable
to charities. This includes the registrats'on, keeping proper
accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as
appropriate.
Policies and procedures adopted for.
a) the induction and training of trustees;
b) trustee. consideration of major risks
and the systems and procedures to
manage them
Members of the Trustee Board complete Being a Scouts
Trustee ￿MIng 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 Pfogrammes that gives young people skills
for life.
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Section B
Structure, governance and management Icontinuedl
Risk and Intemal Control
The Group Trustee Board has identifi'ed 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 or108s of leaders
The group 15 totally reliant upon volunteers to run and
administer the acts'vities 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.
Damage to the buildiftg, 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 Insuran￿ in
place to mitigate against permanent loss.
Injury to leaders, helpers, supporters and members
The Group through the capitats'on fees contn"butes to the
Scout Associats'ons national accident insurance policy. Risk
Assessments are undertaken before all activities
Reduced Income
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 could raise the
value of subscriptions to increase the income to the group
on an ongoing basis, either temporarily or permanently.
Rlsk and Internal Control
The group has in pla￿ 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 COMp￿ttenSive Insuran￿ policies to ensure
that insurable risks are covered
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Section C
Objectives and activities
Summary of the objects ofthe charty set
out in its governing dcKument
Tho 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 Value8 of Scoutlng
As Scouts we are guided by these values.
Integrlty - We act with integrity" we are honest, trustsvorthy
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 ath'tudes.
Co-operation - We make a positive differen￿., we co-
operate wtth 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
- leam by doing
- Sha￿ in spiritual refiection
take responsibility and make choices
undertake new and challenging activities
make and live by their Promise.
Summary of the main activities in relation
to these objects
Scouts'ng is a worldwide youth movement that aims to
support young people in their physical, mental, and spiritual
clevelopment, empowering them to play constructive roles in
society. Scouting is known for its outdoor activities,
community service, and personal development programs.
The benefits of scouting include building leadership skills,
fostenng a sense of responsibility, promoting teamwork and
cooperation. encouraqinq outdoor and environmental
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stewardship, and providing opportunities for personal growih
and self-discovery.
This year has been a fantsstic year or our group, although it
has been affect by the sad and tragic passing of one our
Squirrel Scouts through illness. The passion of the young
squirrel scout exeplified the ath'tude and commitment that we
as a group want from all of our young people.
We have expanded our sqUi￿e4S sections to allow more
young people to tske part inkeeping with our aims to lead the
way in driving new opportunits'es for young people in our
community.
Young people from our Cubs section have been given the
opportunity to attend a county event so they can expand
their experiences and meet new people.
THe group has been successful yet again in raising our
public perception for the good of the community- we have
undertaken a number of activits'es for the benefit of our
community across all groups. This may be litter picking, time
with elderly residents or support the local schools with
building outdoor areas in recognition of a scouter
We have been able to inCr&￿e our fundraising opportunittes
to include supporting the Letcestershire Primary school
cross country racing league
Public benefit statement
The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit
criteria under l)oth the advan￿rnent of education and the
advancement of citizenship or community development
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Section D
Achievements and performance
Summary of the main achievements of
the charity during the year
1. Increased Membership and Volunteer Engagement
Membership Grovrth.. This year saw a significant increase in
the number of youth joining scouting programs. Recruitment
drives, school outreach programs, and word-of-mouth
referrals contributed to this growth.
Volunteer Involvement.. The number of volunteers also
surged, with many parents, alumni, and community
members stepping forward to support various scouting
acttvits'es. Training programs for new volunteers ensured
they were well-prepared to contribute effectively.
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Outdoor Adventures.. Scouts parttcipated in numerous
camping trips, hiking expeditions, and survival skills
workshops. These acttvities not only taught practical skills
but also fostered tearnwork and resilience.
Community Service Projects.. Scouts engaged in various
Servi￿ projects. such as environmentsl clean-ups. food
drNes, and helping at local shelters. These projects helped
scouts give back to their communities and leam the value of
civic responsibility.
Skill Development: A wide range of merit badge programs
allowed scouts to explore new interests and develop skills in
areas like robotics, first aid, and leadership.
3. Enhanced Publtc Engagement
Community Events.. Scouts organized and participated in
public events such as parades, fairs, and charity runs. These
events raised the profile of scouting and demonstrated the
positive impact scouts have on their communities.
Social Media and Outreach.. Active social media campaigns
and local media coverage helped raise aWa￿nesS about
scouting activities. Regular updates on platforms like
Facebook, Instagram, and local nev￿ outlets kept the
community informed and engaged.
Collaborations and Partnerships: Coltaborating with local
businesses, schools, and other organizations helped to
enhance the reach and impact of scouting programs. These
partnerships provided additional resources and support for
various initiatives.
Section E
Financial Review
Brief statement of the char5ty's policy on
resenrfes
Reserves Policy
The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient
sources to continue the charitable activities of the group
should income and fundraisin9 activities fall short. The
Group Trustee Board considers that the group should hold a
sum equivalent to 12 months running costs, circa £15,000.
this at year end. This is above the level that we would i(lealty
want to have and is due to a number of high expenditure
ttems due to take place over the next 12 months to improve
the building and make scouting more accessible to all.
Quantify and explain any designations
Details of any funds materially in defi'cit
(circumstances plus steps to eliminate)
NA
Section F
Other Optional Information
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Plans for future peri(MJs (details of any
S￿nIf[cant activities planned to achieve
them)
Over the next 12 months the group will see some significant
changes to the operational and governance structures in line
with the Scout UK POR. We have planned and foresee this
being a smooth transisiton whiuch will undoubtedly allow the
group to increase our impact in the community
We also look to improve our HQ to make it more suitsble for
the young people we support.
We have also planned a number of larger scale
opportunities for our YP induding offshore sailing, county
cam
s and more
Section G
Decla ration
The trustees decla￿ that they have approved the trustees. ￿port above
Signed on behalf of the charity's trustees
Signature{s}
Ic R
Full name(s)
E-S.%ICA QA YWS
Position (eg Secretary, Chairl
Date
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