## **Newcastle-under-L me District y** ## **AGM 2024** Tuesday 10[th ] June 2025 – 7.30 p.m. Keele in Town ## **District Chair’s Report 2024** The past 12 months can be spit into two distinctive halves, the first saw us with a District Executive with last years AGM seeing the move to a District Board of Trustees formally taking place. The first half of the year saw the Exec dealing with the issues that it always had but the move to the Trustee format saw the Trustee focusing on the governance of the District including financial management, property, insurance and compliance with regulations. This then allowed the District Leadership Team to focus on the overall function and operation of the District, areas that previously had seen the Executive Committee get drawn into at times. The Trustee Board is scheduled to meet bi-monthly with and extra meeting for budget setting so the second half of 2024 saw three meetings plus the budget meeting taking place. The focus on the appropriate areas of the Board and not getting involved in areas where it shouldn’t meant that the longest of the meetings was just 45 minutes! However we have managed to cram quite a lot into those 45 minutes and apart from the ‘normal’ day-to-day governance of the District the Trustees were able to look at areas including: - ➢ The ongoing transformation;, - ➢ An insurance policy review; - ➢ The setting up of Motion Picture Licensing for all the District; - ➢ Requests for financial support and inclusivity support; - ➢ The oversight of the creation of a new group within the District and, unfortunately, the closure of another; - ➢ Creation of GDPR and Privacy policies. There was a reduction in the number of individuals on the Trustee Board as compared to the Executive Committee and I would like to thank all members of the Exec for the work and support they gave during the first half of the year. Equally my thanks go to all Trustees for the help and support they gave during the second part of the year as we got to grips with the new style of meeting. In particular I would like to thank Kevin Stanyer for all the work and hours he puts in and Treasurer and to Dot Bailey as secretary to the Executive Committee and Hazel Brown as administrator to the Board of Trustees. If I have missed anyone please accept my apologies and here’s to the next 12 months. ## _Paul_ **Paul Bailey** District Chair ## **- District Treasurers Report 2024** ## **Year Ending 31st December 2024** A copy of our accounts for 2024 which have been independently examined and approved by accountants at VAST (Voluntary Action Stoke-on-Trent) are attached to our annual report for your information. It is worth explaining that these accounts cover not only our specific, district, financial activities across our general business account, and three separate savings funds, but also include those of our 4 ESU’s, our District Drum Corps but also the accounts of the 2024 Castle Capers gang show. The District also availed banking facilities to the Harriet Higgins Centre for the first six months of the year. These factors help to explain the large increase in income and expenditure figures in comparison to the previous year. ## **Castle Capers Golden Jubilee Show** Undoubtedly this was our biggest, brightest and most expensive project of the year. The show itself realised a “profit” of £1,860. It is important to note some context however, in that the show, fortunately benefited from combination of grants and corporate sponsorship to the value of £8,617. The majority of this funding came in the form of a grant from the Staffordshire County Council Community Fund and we would like to thank the following council members for their kind support: Derrick Huckfield (Keele, Knutton and Silverdale), Paul Northcott (Newcastle Rural), James Salisbury (May Bank and Cross Heath), Simon Tagg (Westlands and Thistleberry,) Stephen Sweeney (Newcastle South), Jill Waring (Talke and Red Street) ## **Other Grants** Knutton and Silverdale Scout Groups both benefited from sizable grants during the year from the Knutton Quarry-Ibstock Brick Community Project Fund. This was postcode ring fenced, and additionally St Giles and St George’s received £500 from the SCC Climate Change Fund. All of which were successfully applied for by Vera Bloor on behalf of the district. Whitmore Scout Group also profited from a couple of very generous donations from Biffa Waste Services Ltd which were received through our account as the company required proof of registered charity status before granting the payments. I mention these simply to highlight the potential for donations and local grants to other groups and units across our area. ## **Personal Note** I have acted as the District Treasurer for the Newcastle District Scout Council since 2014, having previously carried out a similar role for Porthill Scout Group for many years. It is my intention to stand down from this role in the next 12 months. I would be happy to support and mentor anyone else who would be prepared to succeed me. ## **Kevin Stanyer** District Treasurer ## **– District Lead Volunteer Report 2024** ## **- Part one January to June** We had an eventful start to 2024, and census showed the district had 783 young people, an increase of 4.5% on the previous year, and 300 adults, a 3.8% increase, absolutely demonstrating how amazing volunteers enable the participation of young people, and something that is crucial for their continued participation. Sadly recruitment and continuity of volunteers is a continued issue across many groups One of the main focuses of the District was the Golden Jubilee of Castle Capers our District gang show, and we are indebted to the skill and commitment of Paul and Dot Bailey, who led an amazing production team, to bring it to fruition after countless hours of planning and rehearsals. Our Family of Scouting were inspirational, overcoming all sorts of problems, including Adam Gray’s van containing staging being stolen the day before dress rehearsals The support of dozens of other volunteers backstage, sewing, sound, lighting, teas, registration, dressing rooms and front of house together with an amazing cast, enabled the show to dazzle their expectant audiences, and the plaudits flowed in from them and from our VIP guests. Castle Capers and other activities would not be possible without the support of generous grants from Staffordshire county council community fund and other sponsors, and we are grateful for their support, and also to Kevin Stanyer our District Treasurer, who works his magic claiming gift aid, and ensuring that all reports and accounts are compliant with charity commission rules. Adventurous activities continued, with our young people attending some great events including young leader training weekends, climbing, sailing, hikes and numerous camps. The drum corps, continued to welcome new members and the Keele Squirrel Drey continued to thrive, and provided a template for others to plan to open new dreys. Owen Dyde kindly agreed to take on the district Lead volunteer role, and as the spring programme continued, Owen brought together his new district teams to progress transformation. I was sad to hand over in June, after 10 great and indeed interesting and at times challenging years, but also happy that the District was being taken forward by great individuals I’d like to thank every volunteer and young person who helped create a legacy for the future, through all the skills development and fun. Yours in Scouting **Vera Bloor** District Lead Volunteer – January-June ## **– District Lead Volunteer Report 2024** ## **- Part two June to December** Firstly I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported me in my first few months as DLV. I really could not have got through some of the challenges that have come my way without a great team to ask for support and a listening ear! I would also like to thank everyone who, overall, have made me feel welcome in my new role; it is certainly one that comes with its quirks and expectations! I think it is fair to say that it has been an eventful few months for us all as we moved closer to transformation. We had lots of questions, of which most did not have an answer at the time; heard lots of rumours and all were in a different place with the changes to come. We got there in the end; we all have new titles, and we are slowly becoming more familiar with the new system and watching out for the next HQ update. I know that we are still all getting used to the new membership and I thank you for your patience and commitment as we navigate the best way to do things together. Through everything that transformation has thrown at us, Scouting has carried on regardless. We are still offering great experiences for young people across the borough, and you should all be truly proud of everything that you do on a weekly basis. Thank you for everything you do, your commitment and enthusiasm that adds up to thousands of hours per year! Looking ahead we have another extremely exciting year packed full of great activities, next stop district camp. You are all amazing. ## **Owen** A very new District Lead Volunteer! ## **– District Youth Lead Report 2024** Taking on the role of Youth Lead in August 2024 was a step into the unknown—but one filled with excitement, potential, and a genuine passion for making Scouting more youth-shaped across our District. The last few months of the year were about finding my feet, learning the ropes, and beginning to build the foundations of what I hope will grow into a strong culture of youth-led Scouting in Newcastle. One of my main focuses has been promoting the YouShape Award across the District. After a slow but steady start, I’m proud to share that I’ve delivered multiple successful YouShape sessions with Holy Trinity groups and Kingfisher Explorers - with more groups lining up in the coming months. These sessions have sparked some brilliant conversations and shown just how capable and creative our young people are when given the space to lead. Both groups are now well on track to complete the full YouShape Award collection. I have taken the opportunity to use these sessions as a source of youth feedback for the District too and I hope that through these sessions, I’ve inspired leaders to embed youth-shaped Scouting into their regular programme - not just as a one-off badge, but as a lasting mindset. A big part of my focus has also been supporting the pathway of **up-and-coming young leaders,** and I want to say a **huge thank you to Dot and Paul** for allowing me to share opportunities with those who are just beginning their leadership journey. It’s been really rewarding to help younger members take that next step in Scouting - and to show them just how much of an impact their voices can have. Also, a bit of an apology to you both - I haven’t been able to attend as many Young Leader sessions as I would have liked, purely due to being away at university. Despite that, I’m really grateful for their continued support and understanding, and I look forward to getting more involved with the Young Leader side as time allows. Speaking of voices and impact, I have to say a **massive thank you to Owen** for appointing me to this role in the first place. I’m so honoured to have this opportunity to push the positive change that comes when young people are listened to - and I’m excited to help push that even further. Beyond the District, I’ve also started connecting with Youth Leads from across the county and UK, including some of our UK Youth Leads. The conversations I’ve had with them have been incredibly energising - filled with fresh ideas and motivation for the year ahead. Their support and enthusiasm have played a huge part in shaping the direction I want to take forward in Newcastle in 2025. (Though you’ll have to wait until next year’s report to hear exactly what’s already been happening and upcoming—trust me, it’s exciting!) While 2024 was the beginning of my journey, I already feel a shift happening. The confidence, ambition and insight of our young people are front and centre - and I’m determined to ensure their voices are heard loud and clear. I want to take this opportunity to say a massive thank you to Laura and Jon, who have provided great patience and help (especially when I’ve had more questions than I care to admit!). And finally, to the incredible young people of Newcastle: thank you. Your voices are powerful, your ideas are inspiring, and your ability to shape the future of Scouting is second to none. Please continue to share your thoughts, challenge the norm, and be part of shaping the Scouting journey for yourselves and others. You are what makes Scouting inclusive, adaptable, and truly brilliant. Let’s keep the momentum going into 2025 - there’s so much more to come! **Maddie Hill** District Youth Lead ## **District Squirrel Scout Report 2024** 2024 has been a fun-filled and exciting year of many firsts for Squirrels in Newcastle District. Following the first drey in Newcastle District opening in October 2023 at 94th Keele, the Squirrels have grabbed the opportunities provided by District with both hands and thrown themselves in to all of the events that they can get involved in. Squirrels took part in the special 50 years of Castle Capers Gang Show, a momentous occasion for Castle Capers as a whole, celebrating its golden jubilee, but also for the Squirrel section as this is the first time they were represented in the Gang Show in Newcastle. After all of their rehearsing, they were amazing and stole the show in their ‘Our First Show’ item, alongside the Beavers. Their smiles lit up the stage and their cheeky nature stole the hearts of the audiences at each and every show! For the first time in the history of Newcastle District’s St George’s Day parade, Squirrels were able to represent their Group, and able to carry their flag and renew their promise the same as all of the other sections. They looked super smart and did us proud marching through the town centre representing their Group, Newcastle District and Squirrels as a section! In September, Squirrels from all across Staffordshire were invited to the County Squirrel Day at Kibblestone. They had the opportunity to take part in loads of activities including axe throwing (soft of course!), a scavenger hunt, team games, biscuit decorating, making nature artwork, experimenting with giant bubbles, mini raft-building and cooking over a fire! They all had immense amounts of fun and got to meet other Squirrels from across the County, all whilst working towards lots of different badges. Squirrels also had the opportunity to go to the District Christmas Carol service, where they sang carols and did all the actions to a nativity story version of ‘We’re going on a bear hunt’. It must have gone down well as one Squirrel asked if we can go again next year! In the autumn term, 94th Keele had the privilege of being able to award our very first Chief Scout Acorn awards! To earn this top award, over their time in Squirrels, the young people go on adventures, help their friends, and learn new things – it’s a big achievement to get their Chief Scout Acorn, and they should all be so proud – we know that we definitely are! Although in 2024 there has only been one drey open at 94th Keele, 2025 will bring the opening of more Squirrel sections across Newcastle District. It is amazing to see Squirrels gaining momentum and growing across the District and we look forward to this next year and all of the new opportunities it will bring. There are plans for even more fun and adventures, Squirrel sleepovers and, who knows, maybe even a Newcastle District Squirrel event with other dreys opening. The future of Squirrels in Newcastle District definitely looks exciting and we can't wait to see what’s to come. We’d like to take the opportunity here to thank all of those who have been a part in creating and supporting all of these opportunities. Firstly, thanks must go to our current DLV Owen, and his predecessor Vera. Without your help, support and belief in Squirrels none of this would have been possible and we wouldn’t have been able to begin this journey. To all the volunteers who give up countless hours of time to support the running of Squirrel weekly sessions and other events – your hard work does not go unnoticed and it is hugely appreciated by us and the young people in the district. To Laura and Jude, our Cub and Beaver counterparts – your advice, support and willingness to include the Squirrel section has meant a great deal in this process so thank you! And last but certainly not least, an enormous THANK YOU must go to all of the Squirrels with their give-it-a-go attitude and constant energy. The future of Scouting in Newcastle is very bright; you all make us so proud with everything you do! We can’t wait to support the opening of more dreys across the District, and have even more fun and make more memories next year! Many thanks ## **Abbie & Briony** ## **District Beaver Scout Report 2024** Across the District, the Beaver section has had a great year. Leaders have planned amazing section meetings and there have been camps, sleepovers, boating along with some amazing walks. Fun activities have taken place at their meeting places, leaders going above and beyond to ensure that the Beavers have a full program and a fun Scouting experience. We have joined with the District at Castle Capers, The St Georges parade in Newcastle, joined with the Cubs for the District Carol Service which was held at Newcastle Baptist Church. We held our sports evening which was a great fun, many thanks to the support team for their invaluable help, without them this event could not take place. Many thanks to the Beaver leaders across the District who give up their free time to Scouting , ensuring that our young people gain skills for life ## **Jude Edgeley** District Lead Beaver Volunteer ## **District Cub Scout Report 2024** 2024 has been another incredible year for the Cubs within our District, and as always, I am immensely proud of both our leaders and Cubs. Their dedication, energy, and enthusiasm have continued to make this section a true highlight of our scouting family. This year, many of our Cubs achieved the **Chief Scout Silver Award** —the highest award a Cub can earn. It’s a testament to their hard work, commitment, and perseverance. Congratulations to every Cub who reached this milestone! In April, weeks of rehearsals culminated in our golden year of **“Castle Capers.”** The Cub item— brilliantly directed by Amy Auckland (thank you, Amy!)—was a resounding success. Their performance was a joy to watch, and I’m sure we witnessed some future stars on that stage. The Cubs were truly incredible! We came together again for the **St George’s Day Parade** , a powerful celebration and moment of reflection. The theme of the service was Journey. Highlights included a performance from the Castle Capers cast and a heartfelt talk from our Chairperson, Paul Bailey, about his own journey in Scouting. Over 500 people attended—what an inspiring event. While we sadly had to cancel the **Sports Evening and Football Tournament** due to venue issues, the **Swimming Gala** was a huge success, with even more Packs taking part than in previous years. Congratulations to **Ashley** , our champions, and to **Keele** for a strong second place finish! In July, we held **Sixers Camp** , led by Richard Smith from Basford. Richard successfully gained his Nights Away permit—well done! The camp received excellent feedback, with great weather and an exciting programme. **St Wulstans** took home first place in the **Lewis Trophy** competition. Our **Carol Service** was hosted by Newcastle Baptist Church and led by our wonderful Cub leader, Tom. The church was so full that many parents had to stand outside! It was a joyful, festive evening filled with energy and audience participation—a perfect start to the Christmas season. Throughout the year, our Cub packs continued to deliver diverse and fun programmes. We’ve had numerous successful camps and day trips: - **St Wulstans** attended Kibblestone’s Spooky event. - **Whitmore** hosted Mspace, who ran an exciting escape room night. - **Holy Trinity Cubs** enjoyed a much-loved Pokémon Day. - Several packs took part in the Chip Shop Challenge, with The Dancing Octopus voted the clear winner by many packs! Most packs have also enjoyed nights away—from sleepovers in their huts to bigger adventures: - **Keele** braved a soggy but fabulous camp at Milldale. - **Red Street** hosted a Wild West-themed camp at Sherratt’s Wood. - **Knutton** also used Sherratt’s for their group camp, involving Cubs in a great weekend of scouting. We were deeply saddened in May by the sudden passing of **Emma Bowler** , Cub leader from Holy Trinity. Emma left a massive void in the group and the wider district. As a community, we came together to support her group and keep Emma and her family in our thoughts during moments of reflection. After over 40 years of dedicated service, **Paul and Sharon Hickton** made the tough decision to retire. We thank them both for their incredible commitment and wish them all the best. A huge congratulations to **Deana Welsh** , Cub leader from Audley, who was highly commended as a **Community Champion** by Newcastle Council. Well deserved! This year also saw the appointment of our new **District Lead Volunteer, Owen Dyde** . Owen, thank you for your support, guidance, and your extensive knowledge of all things Scouting—it’s very much appreciated. To all our **Cub volunteers across the district** —thank you. Your unwavering support, time, and energy enrich the lives of our young people and make scouting the transformative experience that it is. Lastly, please pass on the biggest **BRAVO** to each and every Cub! It’s these young people who make our district so special. Their eagerness to learn and develop new skills never ceases to amaze me. Here’s to another fantastic year of Cub Scouting! **Laura Boyles** District Lead Cub Volunteer ## **– District Scout Report 2024** While the Scout section was as active as ever during 2024 we are still looking for a District Lead Scout Volunteer. Anyone who may be interested in being considered for this role should contact Owen Dyde – DLV. ## **- - District 14 25 Report 2024** In 2024 the 14-25 team took the opportunity to develop itself and build a plan for the future. The 14-25 section involves young people taking part in Explorers, as Young Leaders and Network. After an initial meeting in August a few things became clear. - ➢ We have 4 established and thriving Explorer Units. - ➢ We didn’t have regular local provision for Young Leaders Module A. - ➢ There was no official local set up for Network members. As a District and a movement across the UK, a current problem we face is a lack of volunteers. We are struggling within our Explorer Units and its clear that Scout groups across the District are also struggling with many volunteers regularly engaged in multiple roles. The long term plan to run in conjunction with some short term goals is as follows… - ➢ Short term; Bring young people from across Newcastle together and engage them to work together, build relations with one another and break down barriers between Explorer Units. This way, we fulfil the role of Explorers being a District Section rather than being associated to a group. - ➢ Long term; To develop those relationships forged in Explorers and encourage those young people to stay linked to the movement through adulthood. When Explorers & Young Leaders become 18, they become part of the Scout Network. Naturally we lose these members to University, Apprenticeships, full time work or life just gets in the way… So, Network members are invited to all the joint events being run by the Explorer section with the hope that a few of these groups of friends might volunteer as a Leader and give some time back to Newcastle Scouts in the future. All Explorers & Young leaders are now able to access Module A training from the district. This training must be completed within 3 months of becoming an Explorer Scout Young Leader. Further training to work toward the completion of the Explorer Young Leader Award is provided by Staffordshire County Scouts. Any Explorers turning 18 are invited to become Network members, a process is still being pulled together for this. We plan to try and run a Network only event in the near future. Current figures: - ➢ Explorer numbers: 72 - ➢ YL numbers trained this year: 10 - ➢ YL current numbers: 20ish - ➢ Network numbers: 67 ## **Jon Mycock** 14-25 Lead Volunteer ## **Support and Community Engagement Team - Report 2024** A key part of this new “District team” work is engagement with main organisations in our Borough and highlighting the incredible work that volunteers do and the amazing opportunities given to our young people and also encouraging groups to do the same. Some new contacts have been made, and work is continuing to develop these further. Information and photographs from groups greatly assists in this, thank you to the groups that send information to me, I’ll continue to “stalk“groups on Facebook too, please continue to keep the great news coming. These contacts are also key in developing links to funding opportunities, and are vital in securing sustainability for district funds, to support groups and inclusivity. We have been fortunate to receive £4640 in Community funds from Staffordshire County Council, and also Newcastle Rotary club and the Strasser Foundation. This will assist the district in its support for individuals, support for the purchase of additional equipment for the Drum corps and assist in the District camp for 2025. It’s important to note that at the time of writing this report, that due to a change in political parties at County Council level that there is uncertainty regarding future funding from this source which has greatly assisted the District over a number of years. I will continue to work on this, and with other local organisations and companies. Congratulations to the groups who have been successful in grant applications to local and national companies, we know it has made a huge difference to enabling young people to participate in fabulous activities. As a”support team” this really is a “Work in progress”, to bring together individuals to support events such as sports days, town centre events and camps. If you know of anyone who would like to “assist on an occasional basis”, and they can be entirely new to the district, PLEASE let me know. ## Yours in Scouting **Vera Bloor** Support and Community Engagement Team Lead ## **- District Appointment Secretary Report 2024** Since last year’s report the Appointments Team has continued to process appointments. During the year the team has processed 24 leaders, 11 of these were new leaders and 13 for change of role or additional role, the remainder have either been removed, changed to OH and / or moved to an Exec role. In the 12 months we are reporting on, movement has been made to align the process to the new requirements. There have been more visits to groups to deliver the appointments process, as this will be needed post-transformation. The Scout Association has now moved to our new system and processes for appointments, the Appointments Secretary role has now been removed and the responsibility for group appointments is now with the Group Lead Volunteer. The new process will put the emphasis on the Group to instigate the appointment at Group level, however this still requires District validation. In the new process, an appointment will be added in the system by the GLV. The new member will then need to input their references. (GLVs are reminded that its now the responsibility of the new member to add the references and request them, the GLV has no access to this area of the new system.) Once received, the GLV will organise a welcome meeting for the appointee. The welcome meeting will need a Group representative and a District representative both of whom being trained appropriately. The welcome meetings will continue, and we may also be in-touch to arrange a visit to your group. Appointment Secretaries, **Ian Pritchard / Steve Broadhurst** ## **- Active Support Unit (ASU) Report 2024** As most of you will know the role of the Active Support Unit is to support the Sections in the Newcastle District as and when we can. This year, we lost some members due to health issues and two relocating to the Isle of Man to be closer to family. I sure that they will be looking for a scout group in the Isle of Man to offer their support to. This being the case at present or unit is now down to 14 members, all still very keen to help and assist as and when we can. During the year we have helped at the following events: - ➢ Castle Capers. - ➢ Sports events. - ➢ Swimming gala. - ➢ St Georges Day Service. - ➢ Beaver and Cub Carol Service. We also enjoy a social side of our unit which involved a day out on a Canal Barge, a bring and share meal which was hosted at The Wellings Farm Ashley, and to finish the year off a Christmas Meal at the Westlands Golf Club. As ever we always enjoy serving Scouting in Newcastle but can only be of service if you the Scouters of the District invite us to help you and the young people in your Groups. Should you need help with a project or possibly the running of a badge course give me a ring on 01782 611091and we will see if we can help. If you don’t ask you won’t know. ## **M J Deakin** Newcastle District ASU Manager NewcastIewunder-L￿ne District Scout Council Registered charity number 524525 Financlal ststements For the year ended 31 December 2024 2-3 Trustees. annual rekxyl Iw¥Jependent examinetrs rewt Receipts & payTrents acc£Junt Statement of assets & l￿billI1es N4)tes to the xcounts Newcastle-under-Lyme District Scout Council Trustees, annual report For the year ended 31 December 2024 Full name NeWc8sU￿￿JeC-LSTr Distitl S(y)ut Cournil Registered charity number 524525 Principal address rjo Kevsn Stanyer 32 Kings Avenue New(asUfrunderlymg Slaffordshire ST5 8DQ Trustees Paul Badey Kevin Stsnyer Dorothy Bailey Steve Broadhurst Graham Baddeley Patricia Wwars Vera Bloor Laura B0￿eS lan Prit¢hard Adam Gray David Gray Karen Emmens John Champ Judtth Edgeley Owen Dyde Jad( Grey Madeline Hill Jay Aukland David Sillitto Chair (resigned Juty 2024) (resigned Juty 20241 (resigned Juty 2024) Juty 20241 (resigned Juty 2024) (resi￿*d 20241 (Ips￿3￿d 2024) (resiqned July 2024) {appoiTtted Juty 2024) {appointed Juty 2024) {apwnknJ July 2024} Independent Examiner Daryl Denson ACMA VAST The Dudson Centre Hope Street Stoke on Trent ST15DD Newcastle*under-Lyme District Scout Council Trustees. annual report Icontinued) For the year ended 31 Decernber 2024 Govorning docum8nt The charity is operated under the rules of Royal Chartw grdnted 0410111912 as amended by supplementsl L*arter dated 2810￿1949. as amended by sup1A￿nts1 L*arter dat￿ 1810211959, as amendad by supplemental tharter dated 0510511967, arnl as amended by supplemerbtal charter dated 1910711991. Recwitment and appointmBnt of new trustees Trustees are appointed in arAxyda￿ ￿ the Poly Organisation & Rules ofthe Swji As50ciaknon. Aims and objectives To promote arnl sUPWt Soxrting in the area. To pn)mote the devek)pment of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectu81, social arKI spiritual wtential as 1ndMdE￿L8. as responsth>le citizens awKI as members of their local, national and intematbjnaj communioes. Summary of the maln athltles undertkn for the publlc bgnefft Tfte trustees confim) that tlw have referred to the Chaiity Commission's gu￿danCe on public benefft n reviewing the Chariys airrts and Obje￿ and in planning aGtr"vilies. The NeWcasu￿nd&-LYrne thtrict Sc¢xrt Cr￿￿1 i*orrntes Sc#yJtlw for all young [￿pIe in the area through local groups. Summary of the main aChiw￿rnents during the period Please refer to the Annual Rep(wi lo the Annual Generd Meeting. Public Bèn•fft The trustees confirm Ihat they have cc¥nplied with the requirements of sectb)n 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the bonefit SWKlan(* publistiad by the Charity Commission for Engkqnd and Wales. It is the chari￿$ aim to ertsure that there are *Juate reseNes to (£¢verthe folk)v￿n9 fvnctions: Funds for speok woieds as a Distrba Camp where 811 members are e￿￿raged to attend together and for emergerry support for Scout gr￿jp$ across the Newcastte area may face immedkgte urgent fHwiual supp)rt. Money is also ￿Jdgeted. and ring fenced to"indusivity" lo ensure Ihal in cases of 8xlreme hardship indNidual Seouts can re￿1ve furKJing in order to th them to paitipats in actsvitw that they Trw otherwise be unaue to do. Suffioont fundir#J to cover gwal annud runnw costs induding administration. am)untancy, irk8Uran￿, re(￿1￿@n[ sa18r￿On. appointrnents and training. social media a￿1 marketing that enatAes the (r￿tr￿1 to funct¥)n arKI develop. To provmle new or replacement equipment on an orMJoing basis To off¥ sUPPOrt fvnding that enabks the bF•nnual Castle Capers GarvJ Show to take place (this requires a tr￿1get of £8.1)rx>£10.tmi. The trustees conshder that Ihe current level of Unrestr￿ of £￿j.618 hekl will b8 adequate to meet these aims. klaln Risks The tsustees have comF4eted thelr rBview of the major risks vthith Ihey ￿e￿eve Ihe Dlthct Is exposed and established systems to mrbgate them. SYJned on behalf Signed Kevin Stany Independent examlnerfs reporl to the trustees of N•wcasllaryunder-Lyme Dtstrlct Scout Councll For the yw ended 31 December 2024 I rewt on the accounts cflha i*arity. satwt on paggs 6 10 8. R¢spxtlve 1wpons￿I[I1l￿s of trwt•o8 and •xaml the charfty Irusiees of the TrLrt you re5FonsiL* kn the ExepaTatKJn Df the accijunts i er¢xffl8n¢ewAh th8 Tequtren￿ts ofth& Ch*fti¢¥ Act 2011 fth8W. I repjrt in reSp￿t of my exa7unthon of tho TnLsfs a￿unts corr￿1 out urbjer $￿knon 145 of the 2011 Act and n oz[ryt￿ rrtrt My ￿￿1n8kn, I have fc4hx*d thè aFdk*blè Direcllons gfven by Iho Chartty Commkgon urthr Eedijn 14q5Xb) of the I have c4)mpleted Tlly examirption. I rg)nfimi that 00 maknal matters have ¢>Jme to my attenlion in co1￿ction wtth the e>*mlnation grve5 me czuse to believe that in, any material TespecL' 2C¢CthtTTrJ fW)rdsvMg not kept In a¢¥Xth￿ 7hith sectKJn 1>) ofthe knl gr I have fto ￿K1 have nD Othw matters in conneeknon thè examination to whth att¢nUon ShoU￿j be dravm in rth to enable a PTW underslarvjing of the aC(A￿ts to te S¥ned Dats 1￿25 VAST Newcastlewunder-Lyme District Scout Council Receipts & payments account For the year ended 31 December 2024 2024 2023 Total Fun(Js Funds Fund5 Fund5 Recolpts Donall¢)ns. legacles arKI slmllar Income Membership Subscripts'ons Less membetship subs￿[pl10￿S pwd on Net membershlp subscrlpttons retaingd Donations Grfl Aid Grants Olher grants Fundrai5ilWJ 45.640 46,421 38,532 7,889 3,952 2,809 9.331 3.419 288 9,196 15,809 9,196 15,809 12.4￿) 12.49) 1.793 A￿VI￿￿. trips. badges et Camp Training Lelbng fees Transferred from cjosed group Investment Income Bank and Buikling Society Interest Miscellaneous In￿me Total Rereipts 35253 35.253 4.219 1.188 760 I2.¢￿0 1.131 2.529 85.415 1.131 2.529 85.415 940 46,840 Payments A(*v4bes, swxjrt and trainir Camp Donattons Rent Room hire (dtstrk* slor>3e and events) In5ufdnL* Ac￿￿ntancY Postage, stationery and print Repairs arKI consumable equlFrfn￿rt Unifomis Licancgs 29,258 1,140 16,985 2.017 6,545 6,&31 729 1.140 16.985 2,017 )0 753 314 1.451 1.451 189 4.252 314 280 53 2.199 2.199 AGM IncFusi Gtft Aid 128 126 128 126 1,766 412 412 5.509 2.874 Money Transfeffed to other Groups Sundry expenses Total Payments Net Re¢eiptsI(Paym￿ts) Trdnsfers between funds Cash funds at start of this peT￿rf1 Cash funds at end of this ￿riod 2.874 541 21,877 24.963 6,371 6.371 115.122 121.493 8.933 8.933 124,055 130,426 99,092 124,055 Newcastle-under-Lyme District Scout Council Statement of assets and liabilities at 31 December 2024 2024 2023 Funts Funds Cash assgts Cash at Bank Cash hekj by Unit5 129,367 130.326 1f3,764 191 100 124,055 100 959 13V26 129.4tr1 Liabilittes 933 933 933 These financlal statements are a￿[Aed on behawofthe tharity by. Signed Date 102£ Kevin Stanyer District Treasu Nowwtle￿nder-Lyme District Scout Council Notes to the accounts For the year ended 31 December 2024 1. Re¢eipts & payments a¢￿￿nIS Receipts and pa￿eTrts accounts are slatements that sumrrwise the movement of cash into arKI out of the charity during finan(ial year. In this (x)ntext"cash- ndudes cash equwalents, for"example, bank accounts vthere cash can be readity wrthdrawn to pay for debts 89 Itw t￿(a)n￿ due. TA￿te8S receNed no remunwation or expenw in this w•Jd (2023: £nill. 3. Funds analysls Opening Rettlpts (Pa￿￿￿> Tran Closing Restrlcted fvnds Derek Holli￿ Fund 8,933 8,933 Unr8strict•d funds General fun(Is DesvJnated fvThJ: Margaret Schofidd JamtrA)ree fund 103.608 113.5361 109,979 11,514 115.122 11,514 121,493 79M17 (n.536) Total funds 124,1155 79,907 (73.536) 130,426 Grnnt Inforniati¢)n Funds Funds Grants Ibstc¢k Knutton Qu8ry Liaison Cc*nmittee SCC Climate Change Proiect Stasser FourKlation The Barracks Trust B2 Han* Freemasor 11X) 12.4 NewcastIewunder-L￿ne District Scout Council Registered charity number 524525 Financlal ststements For the year ended 31 December 2024 2-3 Trustees. annual rekxyl Iw¥Jependent examinetrs rewt Receipts & payTrents acc£Junt Statement of assets & l￿billI1es N4)tes to the xcounts Newcastle-under-Lyme District Scout Council Trustees, annual report For the year ended 31 December 2024 Full name NeWc8sU￿￿JeC-LSTr Distitl S(y)ut Cournil Registered charity number 524525 Principal address rjo Kevsn Stanyer 32 Kings Avenue New(asUfrunderlymg Slaffordshire ST5 8DQ Trustees Paul Badey Kevin Stsnyer Dorothy Bailey Steve Broadhurst Graham Baddeley Patricia Wwars Vera Bloor Laura B0￿eS lan Prit¢hard Adam Gray David Gray Karen Emmens John Champ Judtth Edgeley Owen Dyde Jad( Grey Madeline Hill Jay Aukland David Sillitto Chair (resigned Juty 2024) (resigned Juty 20241 (resigned Juty 2024) Juty 20241 (resigned Juty 2024) (resi￿*d 20241 (Ips￿3￿d 2024) (resiqned July 2024) {appoiTtted Juty 2024) {appointed Juty 2024) {apwnknJ July 2024} Independent Examiner Daryl Denson ACMA VAST The Dudson Centre Hope Street Stoke on Trent ST15DD Newcastle*under-Lyme District Scout Council Trustees. annual report Icontinued) For the year ended 31 Decernber 2024 Govorning docum8nt The charity is operated under the rules of Royal Chartw grdnted 0410111912 as amended by supplementsl L*arter dated 2810￿1949. as amended by sup1A￿nts1 L*arter dat￿ 1810211959, as amendad by supplemental tharter dated 0510511967, arnl as amended by supplemerbtal charter dated 1910711991. Recwitment and appointmBnt of new trustees Trustees are appointed in arAxyda￿ ￿ the Poly Organisation & Rules ofthe Swji As50ciaknon. Aims and objectives To promote arnl sUPWt Soxrting in the area. To pn)mote the devek)pment of young people in achieving their full physical, intellectu81, social arKI spiritual wtential as 1ndMdE￿L8. as responsth>le citizens awKI as members of their local, national and intematbjnaj communioes. Summary of the maln athltles undertkn for the publlc bgnefft Tfte trustees confim) that tlw have referred to the Chaiity Commission's gu￿danCe on public benefft n reviewing the Chariys airrts and Obje￿ and in planning aGtr"vilies. The NeWcasu￿nd&-LYrne thtrict Sc¢xrt Cr￿￿1 i*orrntes Sc#yJtlw for all young [￿pIe in the area through local groups. Summary of the main aChiw￿rnents during the period Please refer to the Annual Rep(wi lo the Annual Generd Meeting. Public Bèn•fft The trustees confirm Ihat they have cc¥nplied with the requirements of sectb)n 17 of the Charities Act 2011 to have due regard to the bonefit SWKlan(* publistiad by the Charity Commission for Engkqnd and Wales. It is the chari￿$ aim to ertsure that there are *Juate reseNes to (£¢verthe folk)v￿n9 fvnctions: Funds for speok woieds as a Distrba Camp where 811 members are e￿￿raged to attend together and for emergerry support for Scout gr￿jp$ across the Newcastte area may face immedkgte urgent fHwiual supp)rt. Money is also ￿Jdgeted. and ring fenced to"indusivity" lo ensure Ihal in cases of 8xlreme hardship indNidual Seouts can re￿1ve furKJing in order to th them to paitipats in actsvitw that they Trw otherwise be unaue to do. Suffioont fundir#J to cover gwal annud runnw costs induding administration. am)untancy, irk8Uran￿, re(￿1￿@n[ sa18r￿On. appointrnents and training. social media a￿1 marketing that enatAes the (r￿tr￿1 to funct¥)n arKI develop. To provmle new or replacement equipment on an orMJoing basis To off¥ sUPPOrt fvnding that enabks the bF•nnual Castle Capers GarvJ Show to take place (this requires a tr￿1get of £8.1)rx>£10.tmi. The trustees conshder that Ihe current level of Unrestr￿ of £￿j.618 hekl will b8 adequate to meet these aims. klaln Risks The tsustees have comF4eted thelr rBview of the major risks vthith Ihey ￿e￿eve Ihe Dlthct Is exposed and established systems to mrbgate them. SYJned on behalf Signed Kevin Stany Independent examlnerfs reporl to the trustees of N•wcasllaryunder-Lyme Dtstrlct Scout Councll For the yw ended 31 December 2024 I rewt on the accounts cflha i*arity. satwt on paggs 6 10 8. R¢spxtlve 1wpons￿I[I1l￿s of trwt•o8 and •xaml the charfty Irusiees of the TrLrt you re5FonsiL* kn the ExepaTatKJn Df the accijunts i er¢xffl8n¢ewAh th8 Tequtren￿ts ofth& Ch*fti¢¥ Act 2011 fth8W. I repjrt in reSp￿t of my exa7unthon of tho TnLsfs a￿unts corr￿1 out urbjer $￿knon 145 of the 2011 Act and n oz[ryt￿ rrtrt My ￿￿1n8kn, I have fc4hx*d thè aFdk*blè Direcllons gfven by Iho Chartty Commkgon urthr Eedijn 14q5Xb) of the I have c4)mpleted Tlly examirption. I rg)nfimi that 00 maknal matters have ¢>Jme to my attenlion in co1￿ction wtth the e>*mlnation grve5 me czuse to believe that in, any material TespecL' 2C¢CthtTTrJ fW)rdsvMg not kept In a¢¥Xth￿ 7hith sectKJn 1>) ofthe knl gr I have fto ￿K1 have nD Othw matters in conneeknon thè examination to whth att¢nUon ShoU￿j be dravm in rth to enable a PTW underslarvjing of the aC(A￿ts to te S¥ned Dats 1￿25 VAST Newcastlewunder-Lyme District Scout Council Receipts & payments account For the year ended 31 December 2024 2024 2023 Total Fun(Js Funds Fund5 Fund5 Recolpts Donall¢)ns. legacles arKI slmllar Income Membership Subscripts'ons Less membetship subs￿[pl10￿S pwd on Net membershlp subscrlpttons retaingd Donations Grfl Aid Grants Olher grants Fundrai5ilWJ 45.640 46,421 38,532 7,889 3,952 2,809 9.331 3.419 288 9,196 15,809 9,196 15,809 12.4￿) 12.49) 1.793 A￿VI￿￿. trips. badges et Camp Training Lelbng fees Transferred from cjosed group Investment Income Bank and Buikling Society Interest Miscellaneous In￿me Total Rereipts 35253 35.253 4.219 1.188 760 I2.¢￿0 1.131 2.529 85.415 1.131 2.529 85.415 940 46,840 Payments A(*v4bes, swxjrt and trainir Camp Donattons Rent Room hire (dtstrk* slor>3e and events) In5ufdnL* Ac￿￿ntancY Postage, stationery and print Repairs arKI consumable equlFrfn￿rt Unifomis Licancgs 29,258 1,140 16,985 2.017 6,545 6,&31 729 1.140 16.985 2,017 )0 753 314 1.451 1.451 189 4.252 314 280 53 2.199 2.199 AGM IncFusi Gtft Aid 128 126 128 126 1,766 412 412 5.509 2.874 Money Transfeffed to other Groups Sundry expenses Total Payments Net Re¢eiptsI(Paym￿ts) Trdnsfers between funds Cash funds at start of this peT￿rf1 Cash funds at end of this ￿riod 2.874 541 21,877 24.963 6,371 6.371 115.122 121.493 8.933 8.933 124,055 130,426 99,092 124,055 Newcastle-under-Lyme District Scout Council Statement of assets and liabilities at 31 December 2024 2024 2023 Funts Funds Cash assgts Cash at Bank Cash hekj by Unit5 129,367 130.326 1f3,764 191 100 124,055 100 959 13V26 129.4tr1 Liabilittes 933 933 933 These financlal statements are a￿[Aed on behawofthe tharity by. Signed Date 102£ Kevin Stanyer District Treasu Nowwtle￿nder-Lyme District Scout Council Notes to the accounts For the year ended 31 December 2024 1. Re¢eipts & payments a¢￿￿nIS Receipts and pa￿eTrts accounts are slatements that sumrrwise the movement of cash into arKI out of the charity during finan(ial year. In this (x)ntext"cash- ndudes cash equwalents, for"example, bank accounts vthere cash can be readity wrthdrawn to pay for debts 89 Itw t￿(a)n￿ due. TA￿te8S receNed no remunwation or expenw in this w•Jd (2023: £nill. 3. Funds analysls Opening Rettlpts (Pa￿￿￿> Tran Closing Restrlcted fvnds Derek Holli￿ Fund 8,933 8,933 Unr8strict•d funds General fun(Is DesvJnated fvThJ: Margaret Schofidd JamtrA)ree fund 103.608 113.5361 109,979 11,514 115.122 11,514 121,493 79M17 (n.536) Total funds 124,1155 79,907 (73.536) 130,426 Grnnt Inforniati¢)n Funds Funds Grants Ibstc¢k Knutton Qu8ry Liaison Cc*nmittee SCC Climate Change Proiect Stasser FourKlation The Barracks Trust B2 Han* Freemasor 11X) 12.4