2024-12-31-accounts - 1st Radyr Scout Group

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Trustees' Annual Report

For the period

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Section A	Reference and administration		details
Charity name Other names the charity is known by Registered charity number (if any) HQ registration number Charity’s principal address
	1st Radyr Scout Group


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	1st Radyr Scout Group
	Heol Isaf,Radyr
	Cardiff
	Postcode	C	F	1	5	8	A	F

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)

Trustee Name	Office (if any)	Dates acted if not for whole year
Mrs Heather Pells	GroupChair
Mrs Esme Lee	GroupTreasurer
Mr Niall Davidson	GroupSecretary
Mr Kieran Richards	Group Lead Volunteer
Mrs Elizabeth Merrifield	Trustee	07/11/2024 to date
Mrs Kalpana Balakrishnam	Trustee	07/11/2024 to date

Names and addresses of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice) (These will be published in the annual report of the charity)

Type of advisor Name Address

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Structure, governance and management

Section B

Section B	Structure, governance and management
Description of the charity’s trusts (e.g. trust deed, constitution) Type of governing document (e.g. appointed by, elected by) Trustee selection methods (e.g. trust, association, company) How the charity is constituted
	The Group'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.

	The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts.

	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)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about:

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

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 once per school term. 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.

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Section B	Structure, governance and management (continued)
	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.

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Section C	Objectives and activities
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.

	Scouting Activiteis for our 5 sections provided on a weekly basis. Camps and events organised as required.

Additional details of the objectives and activities (optional information but encouraged as best practice)

You may choose to include further statements, where relevant, about:

• policy on grantmaking; • contribution made by volunteers; Radyr Scouts is run by volunteers. • policy on investments. Public benefit statement 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
	Section leaders continue to provide a successful programme of events ensuring the children have a varied and wide range of activities as part of their scouting experience. This, in the end, is the main aim of the group and the committee reaffirm their intent to ensure this work continues.

Section E	Financial Review
Quantify and explain any designations Details of any funds materially in deficit (circumstances plus steps to eliminate) Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves	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 6 months running costs, circa £10,000. £30,000-£40,000 is held in reserve should the requirement to replace the roof arrise. The Group is currently using surplus reserves to invest in the scouts’ building and premises Reserves Policy

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Further financial review details (optional information)

You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about: • the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising);

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. • how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity; • investment policy and objectives;

Section F Other Optional Information

Plans for future periods (details of any significant activities planned to achieve them)

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) Mrs Heather Pells Mr Kieran Richards Position (eg Secretary, Chair) Group Chair Group Lead Volunteer Date 2 6 0 9 2 5

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1st Radyr Scout Group

Receipts & Payments Accounts

2024

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Year Start Date Year End Date
For theperiod from	01/01/2024	To	31/12/2024

Receipts & Payments
Receipts Donations, Legacies & Similar Income	Unrestricted funds 2024 to the nearest £	Unrestricted funds 2023 to the nearest £
Membership Subscriptions - Beavers	2,334	2,334
Membership Subscriptions - Cubs	3,597	4,701
Membership Subscriptions - Scouts	5,264	5,396
Donations	20	1,461
Legacies	-	-
Gift Aid	5,411	-
Other Similar Income	-	-
Sub total	16,627	13,891
Grants
All	-	500
Sub total	-	500
Fundraising
Scout Post	-	-
Other fundraising activities	-	0
Sub total	-	0
Other Trading Activities
Hire of building	12,311	12,372
Hire of equipment	-	110
Other Scout hut income	-	-
Sub total	12,311	12,482
Investment Income
Bank Interest (Group & Scouts)	548	455
The Scout Association Short Term Investment Service	-	-
Other Investment Income	-	-
Sub total	548	455
Other Income
Group	103	107
Camps & Events - Beavers	162	-
Camps & Events - Cubs	2,649	3,432
Camps & Events - Scouts	6,118	4,693
Sub total	9,031	8,231
*Total Gross Income* Asset and Investment Sales, etc. *Total Receipts* 1st Radyr Scout Group - Accounts Summary
	38,518	35,560
	- 38,518
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		35,560
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1st Radyr Scout Group - Accounts Summary

1st Radyr Scout Group

Receipts & Payments Accounts

2024

Payments Accounts 2024 dyr Scout Group	Payments Accounts 2024 dyr Scout Group	Payments Accounts 2024 dyr Scout Group	Payments Accounts 2024 dyr Scout Group
Year Start Date Year End Date
For theperiod from	01/01/2024	To	31/12/2024

Receipts & Payments
Payments Group	Unrestricted funds 2024 to the nearest £	Unrestricted funds 2023 to the nearest £
Badges/Neckers/Woggles	-	1,184
Business Rates	75	45
Capitation	6,268	6,433
Cleaning	4,471	4,927
Equipment	1,942	1,524
Maintenance	6,875	688
Insurance	913	861
Key Fob Deposit	-	10
OSM	86	93
Other	660	402
Scout Post	-	-
Sundries	89	526
Training	-	-
Uniform	43	25
Utilities	2,653	3,883
Website	120	-
Sub total	24,195	20,601
Sections
Youth Programme & Activities - Beavers	307	527
Youth Programme & Activities - Cubs	3,611	8,401
Youth Programme & Activities - Scouts	9,465	7,045
Sub total	13,383	15,973
*Cash funds this year end* Cash funds last year end *Net of receipts/(payments)* *Total Gross Expenditure* Asset & Investment Purchases, etc. *Total Payments*
	37,578	36,574
	- 37,578 940 66,986 67,925
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		36,574

	940	- 1,014
	66,986	67,999
	67,925	66,986

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1st Radyr Scout Group - Accounts Summary

Statement of Assets & Liabilities at the End of the Period

Cash funds	Unrestricted funds 2024 to the nearest £	Unrestricted funds 2023 to the nearest £
Group - Current Account	18,531	18,462
Group - Reserve Account	33,293	32,817
Group - The Scout Association Short Term Investment Service	-	-
Beavers - Current Account	4,438	3,629
Cubs - Current Account	5,751	4,959
Scouts - Current Account	312	501
Scouts - Reserve Account	5,547	6,575
Petit Cash	54	42
Total Cash Funds	67,925	66,986
(agree balances with receipts and payments account) Other monetary assets		ok
Tax Claim	-	-
Debts due from the County/Area/District/Group	-	-
Insurance Claim	-	-
Sub total	-	-
Investment Assets
Investment property - detail	-	-
Quoted investments	-	-
Other investments - detail	-	-
Sub total	-	-
Non monetary assets for charity's own use
Badge stock	-	-
Shop stock	-	-
Other stock	-	-
Land and buildings	175,000	175,000
Motor vehicles	-	-
Scouting equipment, furniture etc	-	-
Other	-	-
Sub total	175,000	175,000
Liabilities
Accounts not yet paid	-	-
Expenses incurred but not invoiced	-	-
Subscriptions not yet paid	-	-
Loan - detail	-	-
Other Liabilities	-	-
Sub total	-	-
Contingent Liabilities & Future Obligations
	N/A

The above receipts and payments account and statement of assets and liabilities were approved by the Trustees on ………………………... 2025 (the date of the Executive Committee meeting that approved the accounts) and signed on their behalf by 26 October

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Print Name Heather Pells Esme Lee	Position
Heather Pells	Chair
Esme Lee	Treasurer

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1st Radyr Scout Group - Accounts Summary

Independent examinerf5 report to the trustees of l Radyr Scout Group I report to the trustees on my examination of the accounts of the 1st Radyr Scout Group forthe year ended 3111212024 Responsibilities and basis of report A5 the charrty trustees of the 1st Radyr Scout Group you are responsible for the preparation otthe accounts in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Art 20111'the Act'i. I report in respert of my exarHination of the 1st Radyr Scout Group accounts carried out under section 145 of the 2011 Act and in carrying out my examination I have followod 311 the applicable Directions given by the Charity Commission under sertion 14515llbl of the Act. Independent examinerfs statement I have Eompleted my exarninatlon. I conffrm that no m3teri3l matters have come to my attention In connection with the examination oiving me cause to believe that in any Tllaterial respect.. accounting records were not kept in respert of the 1st Radyr Scout Group as requirecl by section 130 of the Act., or 2. the accounts do not accord with those records. I have no COnrnS and have come across no other rnatters in connertion with the examiriation to which attention should be drawn in this report in order to enable a proper Understand9 of the accounts to be reached. Signed.. Name.. Q{5ft.E Relevant professional qualification or membership of professional bodies lif any1= FQA (ICA£] Address= Oate: OZ Ckhlw ZQl£