**21[st] WYRE FOREST (BRINTON PARK) SCOUT GROUP FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31**
**Registered Charity No: 512706**
## **21[st] WYRE FOREST (BRINTON PARK) SCOUT**
## **GROUP ACCOUNTS**
**FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022**
**Ballards LLP Oakmoore Court Kingswood Road Hampton Lovett Droitwich Worcestershir e WR9 OQH**
## **CONTENTS**
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|Independent Examiner’s Report|1|
|Achievements and Future|2-3|
|Developments||
|Trustees’ Annual Report|4|
|Receipts and Payments Account|5-6|
|Statement of Assets|7|
|Notes to the Accounts|8|
**21[st] WYRE FOREST (BRINTON PARK) SCOUT**
## **INDEPENDENT EXAMINER’S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF WF21 SCOUT GROUP FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022**
I report on the accounts of 21[st] Wyre Forest (Brinton Park) Scout Group for the year ended 31 March 2022, which are set out on pages 5-8.
## **Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner**
The charity’s trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011 (“the act”). The charity’s trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
- Examine the accounts (under section 145 of the 2011 Act);
- To follow the procedures laid down in the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners (under section 145 (5)(b) of the Act; and
- To state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
## **Basis of independent examiner’s report**
My examination was carried out in accordance with the General Directions given by the Charity Commissioners. An independent examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all evidence that would be required under an audit, and consequently no audit opinion is expressed on the accounts for the year ended 31 March 2022.
## **Independent examiner’s statement**
I have completed my examination and can confirm that, no material matters have come to my attention which give me cause to believe that in any material respect:
- The accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 130 of the Charities Act; or
- The accounts did not accord with the accounting records; or
- The accounts did not comply with the applicable requirements concerning the form and content of the 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.
## **Matthew Watson FCA**
**CTA Ballards LLP Oakmoore Court Kingswood Road Hampton Lovett**
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**21[st] WYRE FOREST (BRINTON PARK) SCOUT**
## **Droitwich Worcestershir e WR9 OQH**
## **ACHIEVEMENTS AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022**
Its, fair to say this last 12 months as been better than the previous 12 months from a covid point of view and hopefully now the worst is behind us, and we can go back to a little bit of scouting normality.
We’ve had periods where we’ve had conditions upon us to keep us safe from covid, we’ve had no camping or overnight experiences for what over 2 years, but we have survived and financially we are in a better place.
Our numbers are returning back to pre-covid numbers but it will take a while as transfers between sections aren’t always possible at the right time. We have many connections and contacts so we will build upon what we have.
We’ve continued to be supported by the Government and the trustees fully understand that we need to use this financial gain wisely in areas such as the hew HQ extension and supporting our members where we can and need too.
Again, we’ve not been able to do much fund raising but as last year we have done well from our members supporting the Wyre Forest Lottery.
The Heritage Lottery BID project is still being planned and sorted from a legal and administration point of view and work will not likely start until the autumn as WFDC struggle with various hold ups. It remains a fantastic opportunity for the group and one we are grasping with both hands despite its challenges.
Adult support is steady and something we are trying to build on and we have a group 5- year plan that is being updated regularly as some of us in the group want to step back in the coming years and take lesser roles or even relinquish our roles.
So, another different type of year but we remain upbeat for the future, and we can pat ourselves on the back on another successful year offering some excellent scouting.
Later this year we hope to start another generation in scouting with the 4–6-year old’s known as Squirrels, so that is something to look forward to. We also plan to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee with some tree planting and an event later in the year whilst all group members will receive the scouting commemorative badge.
So, thank you to everyone who has made this another memorable and successful year in whatever role they have played and let’s continue to build upon we have we have for the rest of 2022 and beyond.
## **Funding Framework**
Sections should review their programme for the forthcoming term or even year and ensure that all activities are fully costed and affordable within section income.
This income will include subscriptions @£1.50 per young person per week, Pledged Plod monies collected (although this also goes towards District Levy) and any other income raised directly by the section such as fund-raising activities, part or full charges to Young
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## **21[st] WYRE FOREST (BRINTON PARK) SCOUT**
People for activities over and above normal section nights, donations and specific grants
applied for successfully by the section.
Subscriptions are £3.50 for a face- to- face meeting and £1.50 for a virtual meeting. For virtual meetings,
transfer of funds to group has currently been
waived. There will be no automatic Section
Financial Support
Should sections struggle to achieve a balanced programme within the pocket of money they have within the section, then a request for extra funding should be made to the Executive Committee in a timely manner. Any request must be supported by a small business case.
## **Policy on Reserves**
## **Current Account**
Lloyd’s current account balance is currently unrestricted. This position should be reviewed at such a time interest rates on savings accounts makes it a viable proposition. Any investments will be reviewed on a regular basis, to ensure funds are fully optimised.
## **Objectives of the policy**
1. To maximise reserves we have by investing in accounts that provide the highest rates of interest, whilst keeping sufficient fluid resources for the financial needs of the group. This will not drop below
£5,000, without being referred back to the Executive Committee.
2. The Group will maintain a high standard of both equipment and other necessary
resources, provide funding for all training requirements to enable delivery and development of scouting across all sections, and will support planned activities within a transparent and equitable funding framework to enable its young people to experience all that scouting can reasonably offer.
3. The Group actively pursues grant applications for Group equipment, Group holdings and Group activities.
4. £10,000 of Group funds has been ring fenced for the new Headquarters project.
5. Grant applications for the financial year 2022/2023 will continue to focus on raising funds for new Headquarters project.
6. A Group indicative budget is proposed and reviewed at the annual finance meeting held in January for sign off by the Group Executive Committee prior to the start of the new
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## **21[st] WYRE FOREST (BRINTON PARK) SCOUT**
financial year. The budget separates HQ and running costs for visibility of the two finance streams.
7. External grant money will be split out and recorded under its own budget sub section.
8. The group will at all times ensure ‘value for money’ and will continue to encourage all members in
fund-raising so that reserves are not depleted unnecessarily.
## **Group Objectives**
To promote the development of young people in achieving their full potential, intellectual, social and spiritual potentials as individuals, as responsible citizens and as members of their local, national and international communities. The group does this by providing an enjoyable and attractive scheme of progressive training based on the Scout Promise and law, guided by adult leadership.
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## **TRUSTEES’ ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022**
## **CONSTITUTION**
The Group is a Trust established under its rules which are common to all Groups.
Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of the Scout
Association. In setting the Charity’s policy and planning its activities, the Trustees have
considered the Charity Commission’s general guidance on public benefit.
The accounts have been drawn up on a receipts and payments basis which is consistent with the previous year.
Approved by the trustees on 5[th] May 2022 and signed on their behalf by Stephanie Searl (Group Treasurer)
Signed……………………………………………………………..
……………………………………………………………………..
## **Trustees Elected:**
**Mr Mark Searl Group Scout Leader and Cub Leader part year Mr Darren Vander Chair Mrs Sandra Davies Secretary part year Mr Rob Greenfield Scout Leader Mrs Stephanie Searl Treasurer Mrs Jane Sharpe Committee Member Mrs Laura Such Secretary (part year) Ms Kelly Mayall Cub Leader (part year) Mrs Jayne Vander Beaver Leader**
## **Bankers: Lloyds Bank, Kidderminster**
**Scout Association Registration**
**Number: 04765 Charity Registration**
**Number: 512706**
**Principal Address: Montana Stanklyn Lane Summerfield Kidderminster Worcs. DY10 4HS**
## **RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022**
|**2022**
**Designat**
**ed**
**£**
**Income Receipts**
**Committee**
**General**
Capitation
Interest scout
investment account
Hut income
Uniform
Council covid grants
Ringfenced for new hut
**10000**
**Fundraising**
Barbecue
Easy Fundraising, Amazon
Smile, WF lottery
Christmas Post
Bag Packing
Gift Aid
Bingo
Gigs (BL)
Donation/grants
Other
**Sections**
Subscriptions
Other
Pledged
Plod
raised
by
Member
s
Activitie
s
Support (internal and
external)
**Total Income Receipts**
**10000**|**2022**
**Un**
**restricted**
**£**
**2455**
**2261**
**284**
**10667**
**0**
**792**
**547**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**24**
**6097**
**576**
**948**
**452**
**360**
**15463**
|**2022**
**2021**
**Total**
**Total**
**£**
**£**
**2455**
**0**
**2261**
**925**
**284**
**79**
**10667**
**19431**
**includin**
**g**
**10000**
**ringfen**
**ced**
**0**
**0**
**792**
**236**
**547**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**0**
**24**
**225**
**0**
**6097**
**1181**
**576**
**42**
**948**
**0**
**452**
**0**
**360**
**0**
**25463**
**2211**
**9**
2022 total
2021
Total|
|---|---|---|
The notes on page 8 form part of the
accounts
**21[st] WYRE FOREST (BRINTON PARK) SCOUT**
## **RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022**
|**2022**
**Desig**
**nated **
**Expenditure Payments**
**Committee**
Support to Sections
District Levy
Insurance
Rhydd Fees
Training & Education
Stationery and Postage
Capitation
Equipment/ activities
Other Expenses including
fundraising
Rewards and Presentations
Badges & Uniform
Hut expenditure
Grant expenditure
**Sections**
Capitation and District Levy
Activities
Neckers, Badges and Books etc
Gifts
Other Expenses
Stationery
Hut Levy
**Surplus/(defcit) of**
**Income over**
**Expenditure**
**10000 **|**2022**
**Un-**
**restricte**
**d**
**£**
**100**
**297**
**1473**
**396**
**0**
**30**
**2092**
**399**
**567**
**108**
**1067**
**2321**
**0**
**2029**
**4158**
**617**
**-**
**-**
**95**
**352**
**1468**
**8719**
**(2106)**|**2022**
**TOTAL**
**£**
**100**
**297**
**1473**
**396**
**0**
**30**
**2092**
**399**
**567**
**108**
**1067**
**2321**
**0**
**2029**
**4158**
**617**
**-**
**-**
**95**
**352**
**1468**
**17569**
**7894**|**2021**
**TOTAL**
**£**
**0**
**365**
**1386**
**-**
**-**
**-**
**2065**
**225**
**174**
**73**
**55**
**2186**
**673**
**0**
**364**
**230**
**-**
**-**
**313**
**37**
**256**
**8402**
**1371**
**7**|
|---|---|---|---|
## **The notes on page 8 form part of these accounts**
Page
## **STATEMENT OF ASSETS AS AT 31 MARCH 2022**
|
**£**
Accumulated fund at 1 April 2021
Surplus/(defcit) of receipts and payments
**Accumulated fund at 31 March 2022**
**REPRESENTED BY:**
**Cash and bank balances**
Committee
Scouts
Cubs
Beavers
**Investment balances**
Scout Association|
**£**
Accumulated fund at 1 April 2021
Surplus/(defcit) of receipts and payments
**Accumulated fund at 31 March 2022**
**REPRESENTED BY:**
**Cash and bank balances**
Committee
Scouts
Cubs
Beavers
**Investment balances**
Scout Association|||**2022**
**£**|**2022**
**£**|||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|||||||||||
|||||**36561**||||||
|||||||||||
|||||**7894**||||||
|||||||||||
|||**44 455**
**5**||||||||
|||||||||||
|||||||||||
|||||||||||
|||||**36448**
**491**
**916**
**604**||||||
|||||||||||
|||||||||||
||||||**491**|||||
||||||**916**|||||
||||||**604**|||||
|||||**38459**||||||
|||||||||||
|||||||||||
|||||**6047**||||||
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|**Individual fund**
**movements**
**Committee**
**44506**
At 1 April 2021
Surplus
**At 31 March 2022**
**Scouts**
At 1 April 2021
Defcit
**At 31 March 2022**
**Cubs**
At 1 April 2021
Surplus
**At 31 March 2022**
**Beavers**
At 1 April 2021
defcit
**At 31 March 2022**|||||||**3650**
**1**
**14524**
**13636**
**28165**
**490**
**(18)**
**472**
**744**
**98**
**842**
**1043**
**(57)**
**986**|||
||
|
|**28165**
**8283**
**36448**
**472**
**19**
**491**
**842**
**74**
**916**
**986**
**(382)**
**604**|||||||
## **NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2022**
1. The accounts incorporate the recorded receipts and payments of the Executive Committee and each of the Sections. Certain items reflect the movement of funds between the Executive Committee and the Sections and so have been netted off within the accounts.
2. The accounts do not incorporate assets owned by the Group as follows:
- Equipment purchased by the Group for use in Scouting and fundraising activities. The inventory of Equipment puts current value of all equipment and stocks at £21,180
- Stock of polo shirts and neckers which stands at £951
3. For the purpose of presenting these accounts to the Charities Commission, they will be examined by an external accountant who bears no relationship to any member of the Group.