2021-2022
| 2021-2022 | |
|---|---|
| Income | |
| Bank Interest | 48.74 |
| Donation | 10,957.37 |
| Events - Beavers | 60.00 |
| Events - Cubs | 0.00 |
| Events - Scouts | 195.00 |
| Events - Squirrels | 0.00 |
| Fundraising | 1,744.45 |
| Gift Aid | 0.00 |
| Membership Fees | 18,116.89 |
| Rent | 490.00 |
| Expense | |
| Activity Equipment | 100.13 |
| Admin | 315.46 |
| Badges | 913.30 |
| Bank Fees | 11.34 |
| Camping Equipment | 393.61 |
| Events | 2,319.61 |
| Events - Beavers | 184.75 |
| Events - Cubs | 135.00 |
| Events - Scouts | 372.90 |
| Events - Squirrels | 36.42 |
| Insurance | 755.65 |
| Meetings | 2,092.32 |
| Meetings - Beavers | 29.71 |
| Membership Costs | 9,007.70 |
| Rates | 187.54 |
| Rent | 1,054.00 |
| Training | 423.09 |
| Utilities | 2,674.91 |
| Venue Maintenance | 9,686.20 |
| Account balances | |
| Current Acc | 1,144.03 |
| Capitation | 1,000.66 |
| Camp Account | 805.32 |
| Building Maintenance | 6,396.81 |
| Summary | |
| Account balance brought forward | 8,428.01 |
| Total income | 31,612.45 |
| Total expenditure | 30,693.64 |
| Net income | 918.81 |
| Account balance carried forward | 9,346.82 |
Print Name David Hewtt Card Ann Nolan Role Treasurer Chair
England & Wales Independent examlnerfs report to the trustees of 7th Stsfybridge Scout Council I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the 7thStalybridge for the year ended 30th June 2022. Responslbllitles and ba$15 of report As the charity trustees of the 71h Staiybridge you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance wrth the rèqutrements of the charrti.es Act 2011 {e Art'l. I report in respert of my examination of the 7th Stsiybridge attounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Art and in carying out my examination I have followed all the applicable Directions given by the Charty Commi55ton under section 14515llbl of the ACL Independent examlnerfs statement I have completed my examination. I confim that no material matters have come to my attention in connertion with the examinats'on giving me cause to bebeve that in any material respect. accounting records were not kept in respert of the P Stalybridge as required by section 130 Of the A¢. or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. 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. Name: 4&ALE sRÉpf Lmtfv ReLevant professional qualification or membership of Fxofe5sional bcéies lif any).. Address: S4¥& Sfter. 1,2J4- VEFJ£J SwFteo LHafvéÉ<£, 15L I. 4SJ41oTh¥ OLE)IST 01.2oLL Date:
Trustees' Annual Report
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Section A Reference and administration details
Charity name 7th Stalybridge Scout Group
Other names the charity is known by N/A
Registered charity number (if any) 5 2 0 2 4 5
HQ registration number
Charity’s principal address 7th Stalybridge Scout Group
North Road
Stalybridge
Postcode S K 1 5 2 B G
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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
Trustee Name Office (if any)
for whole year
1 Nicholas Ledger
2 Deena Ledger
3 Carol Ann Nolan
4 Lisa Wright
5 David Hewitt
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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)
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Type of advisor Name Address
Section B Structure, governance and management
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Description of the charity’s trusts
| (e.g. trust deed, constitution) Type of governing document |
The Group 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. |
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| (e.g. trust, association, company) How the charity is constituted |
The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts. |
| (e.g. appointed by, elected by) Trustee selection methods |
The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. |
| Additional governance issues (optional information but encouraged as best practice) | |
| 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 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 # 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. |
Section B
Structure, governance and management (continued) Risk and Internal Control (Specimen 1) The Group Executive Committee has identified the major
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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 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
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document
Objectives and activities
The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development,
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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 cooperate 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
Additional details of the objectives and activities (optional information but encouraged as best practice)
| Youmay chooseto include further statements, where relevant, about: • policy on grantmaking; • contribution made by volunteers; • policy on investments. Public benefit statement |
y p y g we do operate a hardship fund to support any member that may experience financial difficulty for them to continue Scouting and be involved in all aspects of our programme. Our Policy is for awarding Hardship Funds is as follows: 7 th Stalybridge Scout Group is committed to providing opportunities for all young people to engage with scouting in accordance with the policies of the Scout Association, including the Association’s Equal Opportunities Policy. Remit: 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. |
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| Section D | Achievements and performance |
| Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year |
Group has grown to 144 young people from 36 pre COVID. We now have:- 2 Brand new Squirrel Dreys, 2 Beaver Colonies, 2 Cub Packs and are setting up a second Scout Section in September. We also now house the District Explorers too. We are also now a cashless organisation |
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| Section E | Financial Review |
| 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 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. The Group Executive regularly monitors the levels of bank balances and the interest rates received to ensure the group obtains maximum value and income from its banking arrangements. Occasionally this may involve using an account that requires a period of notice before funds may be withdrawn, before doing so the Group Executive considers the cash flow requirements. Investment Policy We do not have an deficits at the end of this reporting financial year. • the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising); • investment policy and objectives; Our funds are primarily raised through Subscriptions collected through the course of providing Scouting Activities. Following the Covid-19 Pandemic we have had the oppurtunity to apply for a higher number of Grants than usual, and these have been awarded unrestricted. We are currently exploring using these Grants to improve our building's facilities, and are held in a seperate reserve account with the bank. The Group held reserves of approximately £9,346.85 against this at year end. This is above the level required for operating expenses. However this can be explained as we are currently carrying out significant improvements to the building which will take a further 6 - 12 months to complete. 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 24 months running costs, circa £4,500. • how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity; Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves |
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Section F Other Optional Information
Plans for future periods (details of any Continue to invest in a modernisation programme of our
significant activities planned to achieve Scout HQ, to bring upto modern standards, invest in
them) Volunteer training to provide additional activities to young
people to avoid the use of external agencies where
possible.
Section G Declaration
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The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees
| Signature(s) Full name(s) Date Position (eg Secretary, Chair) |
David Hewitt Deena Ledger Treasurer Assistant Group Scout Leader 3 0 1 2 2 2 |
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SL'Lliuii G The truste dedare that they have aFvoved the trustees. reFX)rt above &gned on b8half oflha ¢harbtys Ine8S Sbgnure(s) [•:Jllil• Full name(s) Dawd Hewitt Deena Led er Poslllon (eg Secret8ry. Chair) Treasur8r Assistant Grou Scout Leader 9 LT700001 (3rd December 2018)