Trustees, Annual Report For the period From (start dale) to end date Seetion A Relerence and administration details Charity name Ellesmere Tovm Scoul Group Other names the charity is kntr+4n ty RegiSted charity number (if any) HQ registration number Charity's principal address ElleSMe Town Scout Hut Wharf Road Ellesme P051ceAe Name5 of the charity trusiees manage the chafity Trustee Name Office (If any) Dates acted if not for whole year Robert McBride Louise Hudson Louise Schafer Charr Treasurer Ex-officio Ju 2024- resent 10 12 Section B Structure, governanee and management The Grwp's govemiThJ do¢uments are those of the The Scout A$slatiOn. They consist of a Royal Charter, which in tum gives auihority to the Bye Laws of the Assctiation and The Polw. OTganLsab"on and Rules of The Scout Asswalion. The Grouts is a trusl eslablished under ils ruks which are 1 LT700001114 September 2024)
eommon to all &ovts. Structure. governance and management Icontinuedl Sectlon B The Tnjslees are apFointed in accordance with the Policy. Organisalion and Rules of The Scout Association. The Group is managed by the GfOUP Trustee Board, the members of which are the 'Charity Trustees. of the Swul Group which 15 an educational charity. As charity trustees they are respansibse for comptyiThJ with legislation applicable to charitie5. This indudes the registralK)n, keeping proper accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate. The Trustee Board nsISts of the Chair, Treasurw and up to 10 Trustees lindLKling 4 Ex Officio Trustees. and up to 4 c opted Trustees) and meets every 3 months. Members of the Trustee Board eomplele Bein9 a Scouts Trustee leamin9 within the first 6 month$ ofp)ining the Board. Thi5 Group Trustee Board e$ts to make sure the charity is welkmanaged. risks are assessed and mitigated. buildirMJ$ and equipment a in good working order. and everyone follthvs legal requirements and the organisats"on's policies and rules. Their support helps other volunteers run high-quality and safe programmes that gives young people skills for life. Rlsk and Int•mal Control The Group Trustee Board identifies the major risks to which they believe the Group ts exposed. reviews and establishes systems to mitigate against them. The main areas of ts)ncem that have been hlenlffied are.. Damage to Ihe buibJiThJ. propety and equipment. Injury lo teadets, helpers. supporters and members. The Group through the ¢apitation fees ¢ontn"butes to the Scout Assrxiations national accident insurance poliw. Risk Assessments are undertaken before all aclivibes. InsuffKient income. The Group is wimarity reliant upon income from subscriptions and fundraising. The group strtves to hold a TesÈrve to ensure the continuity ol activities should there be a major reduction in income. The Board could raise the value of subscriptions to In¢ase the income lo the gfOUP on an ongoing basis. either lemporarity or pemianenty. Reduction or Ios5 of leaders or members. The group is totslly reliant upon volunteers lo run and administer the activities of the group and provides activities for young people aged 6-14. If there was a reduelw)n in the number of leaders or members to an unacceptable level in a particular seclion or the group as a ole then there would have to be a ntraction, consolidation or closure ol a section. In the worst case scenario the rA)mpkte closure of the Group. 2 LT700001 (14 September 2024)
Section C Objectives and aclivilies The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to activety engage and suppjrt young people in their personal development, empowering them lo make a positNe Contributi to smty. The Values of Scoutlng As Scouts we are guided by Ihese values". Integrity- We act with integri. we are honest trustworthy and loyal. Respect- We have SelfeSpect and respect for others. Care- We SUPFQrt others and take care of the wodd in which we live. Bellef - We explore our faiths, beltets and attitudes. Co-operation - We make a powbve drfference.. we ¢0 operate others and make frEnds. The Scout M¢th¢)d Scouting tskes place when yc4Jng Fe0. in partnership with adults. work together based on Ihe values of Scoutsng and.. - enjoy whal they a doing and have fun . take part in ath'l Ind$ aThJ OLrtdoors - arn by doirwJ - share in spiritual ieflecb.on - tske responsibility and make choi - undertake new and challenging actsvibes make and live by their Promise. During 2023-2024 all young people have had the opportunity lor nights away experien$.. Taster Camp & Shireiam. Weekly Colony. Pack & Troop meetings moslly cover Challenge Badges but also other actNibes of interest lo the young people. based on Beaver10g chews and Cub Pack & Scout Troco foru. Attendance l engagement Vith local Community events is integral to our programme.. lfjng's Coronation celebrations.. Remembrance Day Parade.. Winter FestNal Lantem Parade etc New Scout Sedion restsrted a Levelling up Grant received from the Scout Association Seout hut 15 now 0ratiOn after many year5 of devoted working by key indivKluals and generous donations I granls The Group meets the Charity CommissK)n's public benefit crilefia under both the advancemenl of education and the advancement of eitenShip or community development 3 LT700001114 September 2024)
headings Section D Achievements and perfomiance - Openning up of a new scoul section & recruitment of 6 new ders - Completth of scout hul tsJtklrrvJ (groundwDrks & lar#knpiThJ sbll ongoing) - Prvlision ol lun, challenging pn>Jramme to 16 Beavws, 22 Cubs and 12 SwJts: weekty meetings.. events and ntghts away. 6 Brortze Ch1 Sccuts Awards a¢her¥ed - Inaugural May Fay ttetd". Chrisbnas Hamper raffle and Chiislmas Fa stalls provided muth needed additnal income for Pfcsramme delivery Section E Financial Review Rtt•r¥eN Poll¢y To be defined new Trustee Board durin 2024 Investment Polky The GfOUP'S Inc¢% arml Expenditure is very small and as consequeftce not have suffioent fvnds to invest in longer-term investrnents such as stocks and shares. The Group has therefore **pled a low risk Strategy lo Ihe vestment of its fvnds. PJI funds are held in cash usiThJ ¢)n mainstream banks or building swetss. Section F Olher Optional Infomiation uture p ns - Completn of sCt Hul grounthth$ & landscapry - Increased roll numbets for Beaver & Scoul Sectsns - Increased fundraising tncome . Increased Oppjrtunll for nhr$ away & eits - at kn150% of BeavefS, Cubs & Scouts aitsining Chtef Scouts Ard - Recruit addtlional Trustees - EStsb"s I review govemance ObltiveS & setup sub committees lo deliwr Sectlon G De¢laratlon Tho trustees declare that have approved the tsuslees. report above &gned on behall ol the chwlWs truslees &gnaturelsl 4 LT700001114 September 2024)
Full name(5) Robert Mc8ride Posilion (eg Secretary. Chair) Cha Date S LT700001 (14 September 2024)
Ellesmere Town Scouts Accounts 2023 & 2024 Profit and Loss Comparison April 2023 - March 2024
| Income Fete income Gift aid other income Subscriptions/camp/uniform income Beavers subs Cub subs Scouts subs Total Subscriptions/camp/uniform income Total Income Expenses Beaver/Cub/Scout programme expenses Camps and trips expenditure Electricity Fete expenses Hall hire & rent Insurance Membership fees Miscelleaneous Uniform and clothing Total Expenses Net Operating Income Other Income Fundraising and donations Grant income Total Other Income Other Expenses Equipment Scout hut building costs Total Other Expenses Net Other Income Net Income |
Apr 2023 - Mar 2024 Apr 2022 - Mar 2023 (PY) 1,832 - 572 - 350 - - - 3,911 230 3,122 2,337 2,970 748 10,003 3,315 12,756 3,315 2,323 152 2,042 1,577 172 96 1,234 - 1,167 1,092 568 353 2,671 1,568 25 25 1,543 255 11,745 5,117 1,010 - 1,802 11,045 13,893 9,127 4,500 20,173 18,393 3,220 - 16,611 20,381 19,831 20,381 342 - 1,988 1,352 - 3,790 Total |
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Ellesmere Town Scouts Balance Sheet Comparison
As of March 31, 2024
Total As of Mar 31, 2023 As of Mar 31, 2024 (PY)
| Cash at bank and in hand Beavers account - 2060 Building account - 6860 Cub account - 4390 (not linked online) Executive account - 0568 Scouts account - 1660 Total Cash at bank and in hand Net current assets Net current assets (liabilities) Total assets less current liabilities Total net assets (liabilities) Capital and Reserves Opening Balance Equity Retained Earnings Profit for the year Total Capital and Reserves |
1,953 397 7,961 5,032 1,678 1,511 2,341 2,496 1,785 4,930 |
|---|---|
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 17,874 17,874 - 3,507 283 1,352 - 3,790 |
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| 15,718 14,366 |
Treasurers Report
I have prepared the above accounts from information and explanation provided by Ellesmere Town Scouts without the need for an audit to be carried out.
Louise Hudson F.C.A F.C.C.A.
18-Sep-24
Note of independent scrutiny
The accounts have been reviewed in limited detail by another accountant, who is independent of ETS, to confirm year start and year end bank balances along with an overall review of the allocation of income and expenditure, without review of detailed supporting invoices and receipts.
Lisa Hobbs F.C.C.A
Hudson LM Limited Chartered Accountants, Castle Court, Whittington, Oswestry. SY11 4DF 18-Sep-24
Ellesmere Town Scouts Accounts 2023 & 2024 Profit and Loss Comparison April 2023 - March 2024
| Income Fete income Gift aid other income Subscriptions/camp/uniform income Beavers subs Cub subs Scouts subs Total Subscriptions/camp/uniform income Total Income Expenses Beaver/Cub/Scout programme expenses Camps and trips expenditure Electricity Fete expenses Hall hire & rent Insurance Membership fees Miscelleaneous Uniform and clothing Total Expenses Net Operating Income Other Income Fundraising and donations Grant income Total Other Income Other Expenses Equipment Scout hut building costs Total Other Expenses Net Other Income Net Income |
Apr 2023 - Mar 2024 Apr 2022 - Mar 2023 (PY) 1,832 - 572 - 350 - - - 3,911 230 3,122 2,337 2,970 748 10,003 3,315 12,756 3,315 2,323 152 2,042 1,577 172 96 1,234 - 1,167 1,092 568 353 2,671 1,568 25 25 1,543 255 11,745 5,117 1,010 - 1,802 11,045 13,893 9,127 4,500 20,173 18,393 3,220 - 16,611 20,381 19,831 20,381 342 - 1,988 1,352 - 3,790 Total |
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Ellesmere Town Scouts Balance Sheet Comparison
As of March 31, 2024
Total As of Mar 31, 2023 As of Mar 31, 2024 (PY)
| Cash at bank and in hand Beavers account - 2060 Building account - 6860 Cub account - 4390 (not linked online) Executive account - 0568 Scouts account - 1660 Total Cash at bank and in hand Net current assets Net current assets (liabilities) Total assets less current liabilities Total net assets (liabilities) Capital and Reserves Opening Balance Equity Retained Earnings Profit for the year Total Capital and Reserves |
1,953 397 7,961 5,032 1,678 1,511 2,341 2,496 1,785 4,930 |
|---|---|
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 | |
| 15,718 14,366 17,874 17,874 - 3,507 283 1,352 - 3,790 |
|
| 15,718 14,366 |
Treasurers Report
I have prepared the above accounts from information and explanation provided by Ellesmere Town Scouts without the need for an audit to be carried out.
Louise Hudson F.C.A F.C.C.A.
18-Sep-24
Note of independent scrutiny
The accounts have been reviewed in limited detail by another accountant, who is independent of ETS, to confirm year start and year end bank balances along with an overall review of the allocation of income and expenditure, without review of detailed supporting invoices and receipts.
Lisa Hobbs F.C.C.A
Hudson LM Limited Chartered Accountants, Castle Court, Whittington, Oswestry. SY11 4DF 18-Sep-24