Trustees' Annual Report
For the period
From (start date) 0 1 0 4 2 4 to end date 3 1 0 3 2 5 Section A Reference and administration details Charity name Blackburn And District Scout Council Other names the charity is known by N/A Registered charity number (if any) 5 2 1 5 3 3 Charity’s principal address C/O 2 Cypress Ridge Blackburn Lancs Postcode B B 2 5 A Q
Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity (
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Trustee Name | Office (if any) | Dates acted if not for whole year |
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| Stuart Parker | Chairman | ||
| Ian Fletcher | |||
| Donna Longworth | |||
| Mark Longworth | District Lead Volunteer | ||
| Cairon Berry | |||
| Jack Murray | |||
| Peter Sculpher | Treasurer | ||
Names and addresses of advisers
Type of advisor Name Address
Section B Structure, governance and management
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Description of the charity’s trusts
Type of governing document
The District'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. How the charity is constituted The District is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts. Trustee selection methods The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association. Additional governance issues The District is managed by the District Trustee Board, the members of which are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout District 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 Trustee Board consists of the Chair, Treasurer and 5 Trustees (including 2 Ex Officio Trustees) and meets every 2 months. Members of the Trustee Board complete Being a Scouts Trustee learning 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 programmes that gives young people skills for life.
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| Section B | Structure, governance and management (continued) |
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| Risk and Internal Control The District 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. |
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| Section C | Objectives and activities |
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| Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects |
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. |
Additional details of the objectives and activities
| Public benefit statement | The District has a published Policy on grants for International Trips which has been agreed bythe Trustee Board. |
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| The District 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 |
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| Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the year |
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| The District continues to activly support Scout Groups accessing outdoor activities free of charge at Canalside Activity and Environment Centre through an annual grant to St Georges Mill Hill Scout Group who run the centre. The District continued to see overall growth during the year of 2% however this follws significant growth in the District from 2022 when YP numbered 343 compared to 612 YP in 2025. |
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| Section E | Financial Review |
| Details of any funds materially in deficit (circumstances plus steps to eliminate) |
The District held reserves of approximately £150,000 against this at year end. This is above the level required for operating expenses. However this can be explained as we are managing our investments to generate an annual income which we then utilise for our revenue spendingeachyear. Reserves Policy The Districts policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the District should income and fundraising activities fall short. The District Trustee Board considers that the District should hold a sum equivalent to 24 months running costs, circa £100,000. |
| Investment Policy The District has investments which are actively managed on it's behalf by Hedleys Co. Ltd. The aim of the investments is to produce an annual surplus which the District then uses to directly invest in the requirements of District and Groups as required. |
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The District Trustee Board regularly monitors the investment returns received to ensure the District obtains maximum value and income from its investmentss. The District occassionally withdraws investment funds if needed to give grant support and/or loans to Groups, volunteers and young people with the Scout District.
Section F
Other Optional Information
Plans for future periods (details of any significant activities planned to achieve them)
In the coming year we are hoping to support the addition of 2 new Scout Groups in the District. These are planned at Intack Primary School and Musalla Maryam. In addition the District will support the 6 young people who have been chosen to attend the World Scout Jamboree 2027
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) Date Position (eg Secretary, Chair) |
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| Stuart Parker | Peter Sculpher | ||||||
| Chair | Treasurer | ||||||
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BLACKBURN AND DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
RECEIPTS AND PAYMENTS ACCOUNT
FOR YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
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| Receipts | ||||
| Badge Sales | 40 | 30 | ||
| Investment Income | 1993 | 1264.04 | ||
| Grants Received | 186.78 | 500 | ||
| Membership Fees from Groups | 34447.25 | 26700.75 | ||
| Group closures | 2280.68 | 0 | ||
| Rebate from County | 330.5 | 279.5 | ||
| Transfer From Investments | 10000 | |||
| 39278.21 | 38774.29 | |||
| Payments | ||||
| Membership Fees to County | 34163.5 | 34206.75 | ||
| Grants/Donatons | 5115 | 2150 | ||
| Actvites | 706.5 | 565 | ||
| Badge Purchases/Expenses | 0 | 535.26 | ||
| Insurance | 0 | 0 | ||
| General District Expenses | 0 | 240 | ||
| 39985 | 37697.01 | |||
| Net Receipts / Payments for Year | -706.79 | 1077.28 | ||
| Cash and Current account Balances Brought Forward | 6743.7 | 5666.42 | ||
| Cash and Current account Balances Carried Forward | 6036.91 | 6743.7 |
BLACKBURN DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITES
AT 31st MARCH 2025
| 2025 | 2024 | ||||
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| MONETARY ASSETS | |||||
| Cash and Bank Balances | |||||
| Bank Current Account/Capital Reserve | 6036.91 | 6641 | |||
| Monies Held by | ADC (Scouts) | 0 | 272 | ||
| Badge Secretary | 0 | 471 | |||
| Stockbrokers | 0 | -389 | |||
| Cash In Hand | 0 | 0 | |||
| 6036.91 | 6995 | ||||
| Restricted Fund | |||||
| Bank Current Account/Capital Reserve | 867.45 | 957 | |||
| Investment Assets | |||||
| Government Stocks at Market Value | 9936.7 | 10319 | |||
| Quoted Securities at Market Value | Quoted Securities at Market Value | 158645.47 | 162137 | ||
| 168582.17 | 172456 | ||||
| OTHER ASSETS | |||||
| Monies Outstanding | 0 | 0 | |||
| Badge Secretary's Stock | 0 | 0 | |||
| NET ASSETS | 175486.53 | 180408 |
Signed on behalf of the District Trustee Board of the Blackburn And District Scout Council
| District Treasurer | Pete Sculpher |
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| District Chairman | Stuart Parker |
| 12th September 2025 |
BLACKBURN DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
NOTES TO THE ACCOUNTS
FOR YEAR ENDED 31st MARCH 2025
| 1 | Investment Income from Hedley's | |
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| 2 | Bank Account refects payment of Grants / capitaton | for 2024 paid afer 2024 year end |
| 3 | Actvites included : £65.00 |
Table tennis comp |
| £285.00 | Cub party | |
| 4 | Grants and Donatons : £1,995.00 |
Cherry Tree Woodlands Norway |
| £1,200.00 | One Voice Japan trip | |
| £1,500.00 | Canalside | |
| 5 | Hendleys Investments - Current value at 31.03.24 |
BLACKBURN DISTRICT SCOUT COUNCIL
STATEMENT OF ASSETS AND LIABILITES
AT 31st MARCH 2025
| 2025 | 2024 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MONETARY ASSETS | ||||
| Cash and Bank Balances | ||||
| Bank Current Account/Capital Reserve | 6036.91 | 6641 | ||
| Monies Held by ADC (Scouts) |
0 | 272 | ||
| Badge Secretary | 0 | 471 | ||
| Stockbrokers | 0 | -389 | ||
| Cash In Hand | 0 | 0 | ||
| 6036.91 | 6995 | |||
| Restricted Fund | ||||
| Bank Current Account/Capital Reserve | 867.45 | 957 | ||
| Investment Assets | ||||
| Government Stocks at Market Value | 9936.7 | 10319 | ||
| Quoted Securities at Market Value | 158645.47 | 162137 | ||
| 168582.17 | 172456 | |||
| OTHER ASSETS | ||||
| Monies Outstanding | 0 | 0 | ||
| Badge Secretary's Stock | 0 | 0 | ||
| NET ASSETS | 175486.53 | 180408 |
Signed on behalf of the District Trustee Board of the Blackburn And District Scout Council
District Treasurer iT Sexes Pete Sculpher District Chairman Stuart Parker 12th September 2025 Accounts independant examiner: Mr Lee Arrandale }Os Lee Arrandale 10 Dahlia Close 17th September 2025 Lower Darwen BB3 0QZ