2021-03-31-accounts - 43rd Salford (Hope) Scout Group

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Trustees' Annual Report
For the period
From (start date) 0 1 0 4 2 0 to end date 3 1 0 3 2 1
Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name 43rd Salford Scout Groupp
Other names the charity is known by
Registered charity number (if any) 5 1 1 8 0 7
HQ registration number 1 0 0 1 0 3
Charity’s principal address Scout Hut
Duncan Mathieson Playing Fieldsying Fieldsing Fieldsg Fields Fields
Salford
Postcode M 6 8 L G
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity
(These will be published in the annual report of the charity and the Charity Register if reporting for a Registered Charity with a charity regulator)
Dates acted if not for
Trustee Name Office (if any)
whole year
1 Stuart Butterworth Chair
2 Tim Moore Secretaryy
3 Martin Maynardynardnard Treasurer
4 Ric Eaton GSL
5 Wes Buckleyy Scout Leader
6 Nick Jollyy Cub Leader
7 Michelle Rowlands Beaver Leader
8 Richard Strike Parent
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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 advisorype of advisore of advisor Name Address
None
Section B Structure, governance and management
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Description of the charity’s trusts

Type of governing document		The Group’s/ governing documents are those of the 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)

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	The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
(e.g. appointed by, elected by)

Additional governance issues (optional inform	ation but encouraged as best practice)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:	The Group is managed by the Group Executive Committee, the members of which are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout Group which is an educational charity. 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 Committee consists of 3 independent representatives, Chair, Treasurer and Secretary together with the Group Scout Leaders, individual section leaders (if opted to take on the responsibility) and parent’s representation and meets every 3 months. Members of the Executive Committee complete_'Essential_ _Information for Executive Committee'_training within the first 5 months of joining the committee. This Group Executive Committee exists to support the Group Scout Leader in meeting the responsibilities of the appointments and is responsible for: The maintenance of Group property; The raising of funds and the administration of Group finance; The insurance of persons, property and equipment; Group public occasions; Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support; Appointing any sub committees that may be required; Appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected.
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












Section B	Structure, governance and management (continued)
	Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 1) The Group Executive Committee has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposedthese have been

Structure, governance and management (continued) Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 1) The Group Executive Committee has identified the major risks to which they believe the Group is exposed these have been

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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 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 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 Committee could 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 6 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. Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 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.

	y p p, 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 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 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 Committee could 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 6 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. Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 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
	The Purpose of Scouting
mary of the objects of the charity set out governing document

Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document The Purpose of Scouting S ti i t t ti l d t l i

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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. Each section meets weekly to deliver a full programme of activities

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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
these objects
Each section meets weekly to deliver a full programme of activities
Additional details of the objectives and activities (optional information but encouraged as best practice)
You may choose to include further
statements, where relevant, about:
• policy on grantmaking;
• contribution made by volunteers;
• policy on investments.
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.
Section D Achievements and performance
Summary of the main achievements of
the charity during the year
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	We have delivered content through Zoom meetings, refurbished the building, and with the aid of COVID grants have managed to survive financially.







Section E	Financial Review

Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves	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 Executive Committee considers that the group should hold a sum equivalent to 12 months running costs, circa £6000

	The Group held reserves of approximately £22.000 against this at year end. This is above the level required for operating expenses. However this can be explained by obtaining the Corvid virus grants. Much of this money is earmarked for the continued refurbishment of the building and renewing out of date equipment

Quantify and explain any designations


Details of any funds materially in deficit
(circumstances plus steps to eliminate)




Further financial review details (optional information)

Youmay chooseto include additional
information, where relevant, about:
• the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);

• how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity;
• investment policy and objectives;
	Investment Policy
	The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer term investments. The Group has therefore adopted a risk averse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies.

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Section F Other Optional Information continue to refurbish the building (Its 50 years old) Replace much of the camping equipment Section G Declaration

Plans for future periods (details of any significant activities planned to achieve them)

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees Signature(s) See below Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair) Date D D M M Y Y

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