BEYOND THE BATTLEFIELD FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
ANNUAL REPORT OF THE TRUSTEES
Trustees present their report and the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025. The trustees have adopted the provision of the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) 'Accounting and Reporting by Charities' (FRS 102) in preparing the trustees report and financial statements of the charity.
Reference and Administrative Information
The name of the charity's trustees at the date this report was approved are listed on page 1, together with the address of the principal office of the charity and the charity's registration numbers.
Objectives and activities
The direct benefits from our purpose are to relieve need, hardship and distress amongst army veterans post service, through the provision of welfare advice, specialist counselling and housing. We assess each individual to establish their priorities and needs for their health and wellbeing and that of their families. The Organisation provides specialist PTSD and Trauma Counselling for those experiencing issues post service. The Organisation evaluates each individual in order to establish any hardship or distress they are experiencing and were necessary apply for any pensions, awards or benefits they may be entitled to. Post counselling veterans often become more normalised to socialisation; they will generally have a better fit within communities. If they have any issues or problems in the future, the organisations appointments are not minimised. The organisations portfolio of services is offered free of charge such as: For example, housing for homelessness, help with permanent accommodation, benefits, compensation, applying for specialist counselling.
The trustees confirm that they have had due regard to the guidance issued by the Charity Commission on public benefit when exercising their powers and duties. In planning and delivering of supporting the welfare and wellbeing of army veterans and their families. The trustees are
Achievements and Performance
During the year, the charity delivered significant and measurable improvements to the lives of veterans and their families, addressing complex needs across counselling, welfare support, housing, and financial compensation.
Counselling and Mental Health Support
The charity expanded access to specialist counselling services, providing timely, trauma-informed support to veterans experiencing mental health challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Through one-to-one counselling, group sessions, and referral pathways, beneficiaries reported improved emotional wellbeing, increased resilience, and a greater ability to engage in family life, employment, and their communities. Early intervention reduced crisis situations and reliance on emergency health services, delivering wider societal benefits.
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Welfare and Casework Support
Dedicated welfare officers supported veterans in navigating complex statutory systems, ensuring they received the services and entitlements they were entitled to. This included advocacy with local authorities, the NHS, and other agencies. As a result, beneficiaries experienced improved stability, reduced stress, and increased confidence in managing their affairs independently.
Housing Support
The charity played a critical role in preventing homelessness among veterans. Through housing advice, emergency accommodation support, and liaison with housing providers, many veterans were able to secure safe, stable accommodation. Stable housing provided a foundation for recovery, improved mental health outcomes, and reduced the risk of social isolation and longterm dependency on public services.
Compensation and Financial Benefits
The charity assisted veterans in accessing compensation schemes, pensions, and financial benefits related to their service. Successful claims resulted in increased household income, improved financial security, and reduced poverty among beneficiaries. This support enabled veterans to meet basic living costs, manage debt, and plan for the future, contributing to long-term independence
Wider Impact on Society
By supporting veterans to achieve stability, wellbeing, and financial security, the charity reduced pressure on public services, including healthcare, housing, and social care. The work strengthened families, promoted social inclusion, and ensured that those who served their country were treated with dignity and fairness.
while delivering lasting social value to the wider community.
During the year, the charity delivered significant and measurable improvements to the lives of veterans and their families, addressing complex needs across counselling, welfare support, housing, and financial compensation.
The charity expanded access to specialist counselling services, providing timely, trauma-informed support to veterans experiencing mental health challenges such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Through one-to-one counselling, referral pathways, beneficiaries reported improved emotional wellbeing, increased resilience, and a greater ability to engage in family life, employment, and their communities. Early intervention reduced crisis situations and reliance on emergency health services, delivering wider societal benefits.
Dedicated welfare officers supported veterans in navigating complex statutory systems, ensuring they received the services and entitlements they were entitled to. This included advocacy with local authorities, the NHS, and other agencies. As a result, beneficiaries experienced improved stability, reduced stress, and increased confidence in managing their affairs independently.
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The charity played a critical role in preventing homelessness among veterans. Through housing advice, emergency accommodation support, and liaison with housing providers, many veterans were able to secure safe, stable and longer-term accommodation. Stable housing provided a foundation for recovery, improved mental health outcomes, and reduced the risk of social isolation and long-term dependency on public services.
The charity assisted veterans in accessing compensation schemes, pensions, and financial benefits related to their service. Successful claims resulted in increased household income, improved financial security, and reduced poverty among beneficiaries. This support enabled veterans to meet basic living costs, manage debt, and plan for the future, contributing to long-term independence.
By supporting veterans to achieve stability, wellbeing, and financial security, the charity reduced pressure on public services, including healthcare, housing, and social care. The work strengthened families, promoted social inclusion, and ensured that those who served the nation were treated with dignity and fairness.
The charity met its core fundraising objective of generating sustainable income to support
performance from community fundraising and individual giving.
Fundraising initiatives also contributed to the wider objective of increasing public awareness of
encouraged repeat donations and strengthened long-term relationships with supporters While most objectives were achieved, some fundraising activities were impacted by economic pressures affecting disposable income. The charity responded by adapting its approach, focusing on digital engagement, existing donors, and lower-cost fundraising methods.
Overall, fundraising performance remained stable and aligned with strategic objectives. Lessons learned during the year will inform future planning, with continued emphasis on sustainable income growth, supporter retention, and ethical fundraising practices.
Impacts and Benefits
The organisation impacts and benefits veterans and their families across NI in terms of reintegration into communities. Especially, for those who have accessed services like accommodation, specialist counselling, welfare support, and financial assistance. We have been successful over the past 14 years in linking veterans and families together and securing the right outcomes. These benefits are evident through families settling quickly with minimum disruption to the family unit. In achieving our aim, it stands these families well in the future giving them the confidence to integrate into civilian society with some confidence. Prevents homelessness for veterans facing loneliness, unemployment, or mental health challenges. The organisation creates safer environments, often with peer support, housing and welfare support.
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Veterans and their families can rebuild routines and relationships. Reduces stress and anxiety associated with insecure or poor accommodation. Improves physical health outcomes by providing safe, warm homes. Helps families stay together and children grow up in stable, nurturing environments. The benefits offer improved emotional regulation and reduced severity connection. Families report feeling understood and supported with increased self-esteem and confidence. Veterans who complete targeted therapy show marked improvements in daily functioning, reduced substance and alcohol dependence, and stronger family bonds. Welfare support offers practical help with navigating systems and applying for entitlements: Disability assessments, Benefits claims and appeals Housing applications. Referrals to specialist services, such as: Forensic Consultant Psychiatrist for in depth assessment and specific diagnosis. Financial Review
At the end of the reporting period, the charity remained financially stable and appropriately resourced to continue delivering its core services to veterans, including housing provision, specialist counselling, welfare support, and financial assistance. Overall financial performance reflects prudent financial management in a challenging economic environment, with expenditure aligned to charitable objectives and income streams broadly sufficient to sustain current operations.
Total income for the period was derived from a combination of donations, grants, fundraising activities, and other charitable income. Grant funding continued to play a significant role in supporting frontline services, particularly housing and specialist counselling programmes. While some income streams remain restricted in nature, the charity maintained an adequate level of unrestricted income to support general operational costs and governance requirements. The charity remains moderately dependent on external funding sources, which presents an
ongoing financial risk. However, active efforts to diversify income streams and strengthen funding and fundraising engagement provide a degree of mitigation against future volatility. Expenditure during the period was primarily directed toward charitable activities, demonstrating a strong commitment to delivering direct benefits to beneficiaries. Major cost areas included housing-related expenses, professional counselling services, welfare support provision, and direct financial assistance to veterans in need.
Administrative and governance costs were kept under control and proportionate to the size and with regular monitoring against budget and timely corrective action where variances arose. At the period end, the charity held a level of reserves considered appropriate in relation to its operating model, risk profile, and reserves policy. Free reserves were sufficient to provide shortto medium-term financial resilience and to manage unforeseen fluctuations in income or expenditure. Charity Cafe has remained open however external factors play their part. This reserves policy explains to existing and potential funders, donors and other stakeholders why Beyond the Battlefield is holding a particular number of reserves. The purpose of this policy therefore is to give confidence to stakeholders that the charity's finances are being governed and managed so to provide an indicator of future funding needs.
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FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 MARCH 2025
Cash flow and liquidity remained satisfactory, enabling the charity to meet its financial obligations as they fell due. There were no indications of immediate financial stress, and the charity was not reliant on borrowing to fund day-to-day operations.
property used for housing veterans, were appropriately valued and maintained. Current liabilities were manageable and consistent with normal operational activity, with no material concerns identified regarding solvency or going concern.
Based on the financial information reviewed, and taking into account forecast income and expenditure, the charity is considered a going concern. While future funding uncertainties remain
focus on financial planning, reserves management, and income diversification supports the
In conclusion, the charity ended the reporting period in a stable financial position, with resources appropriately applied to its charitable purposes and sufficient reserves to support continuity of services. Continued vigilance around income diversification, cost management, and reserves planning will be essential to maintaining financial resilience and ensuring ongoing support for veterans and their families.
Financial review
The results for the year are set out on page 9 & 10. The charity returned net incoming resources for the year of £20,874 (2024:(£56,956)). At 31 March 2025 the total funds of the charity amounted to £356,179 (2024:£335,305) of which restricted funds were £164,513 (2024:£0) and £191,666 (2024:£335,305) were unrestricted.
Reserves policy and going concern
Of the total funds reported above, £42,706 (2024: 19,876) is made up of cash at the bank. The trustees are confident that the cash reserves, together with expected future incomes, will be sufficient to meet the working capital requirements for the forthcoming year. The trustees have also considered the extent to which existing activities and expenditure could be curtailed, should the need arise.
Plan for the future
To maintain the same level of services in the area.
Structure, governance and management
Beyond the Battlefield is a registered charity, number NIC100198 and is governed by it constitution
New trustees are appointed when appropriate. Suitable candidates are considered on the basis of their skills, experience and sympathy with the aims of the charity. New trustees will be agreed at a trustees meeting before being invited to join.
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Responsibilities of Trustees
As the charity's trustees we are aware of our responsibilities for the preparation of the accounts
It is also our responsibility to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently make judgements and estimates that are responsible and prudent prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the company will continue in business.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the charity's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with CCNI guidelines. The Trustees are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence to take reasonable steps to prevent and detect fraud and other irregularities.
Disclosures of Information to Independent Examiners
To the knowledge and belief of the Trustees there is no relevant information of which the organisation's independent examiners are not aware. The Trustees have taken all the necessary steps of which they are aware, provided relevant information and established that the organisation's independent examiners are aware of the information.
Signed on behalf of the board of the Trustees
27/01/2026
Robert McCartney Trustee
Date
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