LOWER BROOMHEDGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIA TION
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TRUSTEES, ANNUAL REPORT
i•t January 2023 to 31•t December 2023.
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Reference and Ad
inistratlve D ta118
Charlty Name
Lower Broomhedge Communlty A880ciation.
Charlty NUrn￿r
Registered Charlty in Northem Ireland, N..100704
Address
20 Lurganure Road
Broomhedge
Lisbum
BT28 2TS.
Emall addM•: lowerbroomhedgeca@outlook.com
Charfty Tru8to88 a• of 31•1 D•combor 2023:
Mr Jonathan Stronge
Chalrper60n
Mr William Bary Haye8
Treasurer
Mr Laurence David80n
Secretary
Mr Henry Erne8t Hayes
Mr Barry Tate
Mr8 Li8a Tate
Mr Christopher Irvine
Mrs Heather Irvlne
Mr Jame8 Maze.
Banklng:
Danske Bank,
62 - 66 Bow Street,
Lisbum,
BT28 1YS
Structur
overnance and mana
ement.
Typ• of gov•mlng docum•nt Con8titutton adopted on 191h January 2015.
How thè charlty Is con8tltutsd . Assodation of members.
Tru8ts0 8•lectlon methods
Trustees are appointed or reappointed annually at the
Annu81 General Meeting each year. All
trustees glve their time freely and received no
remuneration or other benefits.
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The Trustees of Lower Broomhedge Community A880ciation present their report for the year
ending 31st December 2023 and are content that throughout the year the Trustees have
complied with Iheir duty to have due regard to the Charity Commission's public benefit
guidance when exercising any powers or dutie8 to which the guidance 18 relevant. The
Trustees wish to place on record their gratitude and acknowledge the contributlon made by
member8 and volunteers without which and along with the support of the wlder community our
prograrnmes would not have been delivered. The Trustees would also like to thank Lisbum &
Castlereagh City Council for the funding without which we may not have been able to continue
our work within the local rural Gommunity.
Charitsble purposes
The purposes of the charity are:
1. The relief of need and the advancement of education of the inhabitants of the
Broomhedge area and its environs in Broughmore, Englishtown, Lurganure, Moyrusk
and Ballynalargy (hereinafter described as "the area of benefrt") without distinction of
age, sex, race, political, religious or other opinion. It will 80 do by associating the
statutory authoritles, voluntary organisation8 and inhabitant8 in a common affort to
advance education and to provide facilities In the interests of the social welfare,
education, recreation or other leisure-time occupation with the object of improving the
conditions of lrfe for the said inhabitants;
2. To advance knowledge and appreciation of the Ulster4cots Languag8 and culture
arKI to encourage understanding and acceptance of all indigenou8 cultures to the
area of benefrt.
Publlc benoflts
Purpose One The benefit is for all inhabitants within the environs of Ballynalargy,
Broughmore, Englishtown, Lurganure and Moyru8k. The direct benefit flowing from this, 18
safe and neutral facllity for the residents to U8e for meetings or Iraining courses. The benefit
18 evidenced by word of mouth from the attendees and frorn feedback via evaluation fonns
following the particular events. Further benefrts include a more vibrant and inclusive society
vla the educatlonal programmes and recreational activities but this has been curtailed this
year as we emerge from the coronavirus pandemic. The benefits are evidenced through the
diverse set up within the organisatlon and through feedback generated from the activities
f8cilitated by thè organisation.
Purpose Two: This benefit Is for all withln the Ballynalargy, Broughmore, Englishtown,
Lurganure and Moyrusk communty. The dir8Ct benefit flowing from this a more informed
soclety and healthier community lifestyle, giving a better standard of living conditions and
environment. This 18 evidenced by feedback both qualitative and quantitative.
Summary of our maln actlvitle8 for publlc b•n•fit in rolatlon to the80:
In planning our adivilies for the year Lower Broomhedge Community Association (LBCA)
kept in mind the Charity Commi88ion'8 guidance on public benefit at both our trustee and
open meeting8 and continued to provide a varied range of services and activities for our
communty in this isolated rural area. The direct charitable activitie8 provided social
interaction and learning opportunities for all sections of the communty of all ages. We
provided facilities for social, recreational and educational activity where we have been able
to give the local community the opportunity lo leam new skills and improve existing skills. All
programmes were delivered through the principle of equality, in an effort to advance
education and to preserve the environment and heritage within the area. Our objective is to
improve the overall well-being of our local community and to provide a fun. learning
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experience and build strong community relations. During the past year we have held
successful events induding:
Volunteer training workshops.
Computer workshops.
King's corona￿on Celebrations.
Coffee momings
Autumn BBQ & Dance.
Musical classes.
Drumming competrtion matches.
Christmas Dlnner and social evenings.
The Tru8tee8 would like to thank all the volunteers and members of the community who
attended and supported these events. Throughout the year we engaged with Lisburn &
Castlereagh City CounGiI, Ulster- Scots Agency and other local statutory and voluntary
groups,
Restrlctlon8 on who can ￿nefit.
Throughout the year restrictions on who can benefrt from our direct charitable aGtlvities were
managed and mitigated by reducing to a minimum or removing, where possible, admi88ion
fees to our events and en8uring safe access to our facilities was maintained for all activili68,
Harm.
Our purp0888 do not lead to any harm. There are several policies in place such as
Safeguarding Policy, Health and Safety Policy and Financial Procedural Policy which are
regularly reviewed and at the Annual General Meeting. The Trustees of Lower Broomhedg8
Community Association can confirm thera were no incidents or cause for concern in rel8tlon
to our Safeguarding Policy during this reporting year.
Privats bonefiL
The only private b8nefit from our purposes is that a trustee or family membar may participate
in the 8ame manner as all other benefiGiarieB, thi8 is purely incidental and neces8ary, 80 that
the benefft is available to all Inhabitants of the area. The private benefil for Group member8
is in line with the r88t of the communlty, which is gaining a healthier lrfestyle, and being
better inforrned.
Thanks.
The Trustees acknowledge Ihe support of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council through the
following grant schemes..
LCCC Community Support Grants Scheme 2022 12023.
LCCC Community Support Grants Scheme 202312024.
LCCC King's Coronation Grant 2023.
The Trustees would lik610 record their gratÈtude to all volunteers and members who work
closely with them and give 80 valuably of their time. The Tru8tees would especially like lo
thank Mr Victor Anderson for his service as Trustee over the years and wish Victor all the
best lor the future.
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LOWER BROOMHEDGE COMMUNITY A
SOCIATION.
Independent examlner's report to the charity trustoes of Lower Broomhedge
Communlty Association.
I report on the accounts of the Association for the year ended 301h April 2023.
Re8PaCtlve responsibllltles of charity trustees and examiner.
As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in
accordance with the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008.
It is my responsibility to:
examine the accou nts under section 65 of the Charities Act
follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the
Comrnission under section 65(9)(b) of the Charities Act
stste whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Ba858 of Independent examlner's report
I have examined your charity accounts as required under Section 65 of the Charities Act
and my examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by
the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under Section 85(9)(b) of the Charities Act.
My examination included a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a
comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also included consideration
of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you
as charity trustees concerning any such matters.
My role is to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me
cause to believe:
1. That accounling records were not kept in accordance with Section 63 of the Charities
Act
2. That the accounts do not accord with those accounting records
3. That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
4. That there is further information needed for a proper understanding of the accounts to
be reached.
Independent exarniner's statsment
I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters (1) to
(4) listed above and. in connection with following the Directions of the Charity
Commission for Northern Ireland, I have found no matters that require drawing to your
attention.
Name: Connor Gray
Signatu￿.
Address: 1 Down View, Lisburn, BT28 2XD.
Date:
3ilial.t3.

Lower Broomhedge Communlty Association
Recelpts and Payments Account: Year ended 30th Aprll 2023
Unre5tr1cted
Recei
Rents
Ballots
LCCC Queen's Platinum Jubilee Grant ("1)
LCCC Community Support Grant (*2)
LCCC Kings Coronation Grant (*3>
Wayleave Rent
Insurance Contributions
Total
£1,050.00
£220.00
£0.00
£1,050.00
£220.00
£0.00
£O.(KJ
£500.(X)
£500.00
£0.00
£3,960.00
£500.00
£3,960.00
£500,00
£0.00
£107.00
£0.00
£107,00
£291.00
£1.668.00
£0.00
£4.960.00
£291.00
£6,628.00
Pa
ments
fixed
Water Rates & Insurance
Rent
Ll8ht and Heat
Repairs & Maintenance
£76.00
£500.00
£1.115.00
£0.00
£1,191.00
£500.00
£10.00
£1,633,00
£1,532,00
£4,280.00
£1,643.00
£1,784,00
£5,118.00
£252.00
£838.00
Pa
ments
flexlble
Event expenses
Chrlstmas Dlnner
Bank charges
Prlntlng and statlonery
Queens Platinum Jubilee 1*1)
£592.00
£0.00
£592.00
£1,500.00
£81.00
£soo.00
£1,000.00
£0.00
£81.00
£39.00
£0.00
£39,00
£135.00
£1,347.00
£300.00
£1,300.00
£435.00
£2,647.00
Total Payments
£2,18S.00
£5,580.00
£7,765,00
Sur
lus for
ear
41,137.00
The foregoing receipts and payments account was approved by the Commlttee at
a meeting held on 7th August 2023.
Date:
7_ g_ 2925
Signed:
Chairperson.

Lower Broomhedge Community Association
ststement of assets and liabilities - Year ended 30 April 2023.
Unrestricted Restricted Endowment
funds
funds
Funds
Totsl
Funds Reconciliation
Cash in hand & at bank 30.04.22
1994
1320
3314
Surplus (deficil) this year end
-517
-620
-1137
Cash in hand & at bank 30.04.23
1477
700
2177
2023
2022
Bank and Cash balances
Bank Account 8353
Reconciliation
2177
3314
2177
3314
Other Assets
White go¢)ds (estimated value - 20% yearly depreciation)
Kitchen equipment (estimated value - 200/0 yearly depreciation)
Chairs and tables {estimat8d value)
Cutlery & delph (estimated value)
Laptop and Microsoft Licence (estimated value)
Gazebo (estimated value)
PA System (estimated value)
614
77
2500
1800
450
800
650
6891
768
96
3000
2000
497
800
650
7811
Llabllltles ( Restrlcted Fund)
LCCC King's Coronation Grant ('3)
500
Liabllltle8 { Unrestrlcted Fund)
Not applicable
Approved by the trustees on 7th August 2023 and signed on their behalf by..
Jonathan Stronge
Chairperson
Barry Hay
Treasurer

Lower Broomhed e Communit Association.
Notes to the Financial Statements for the
th
ear ended 30 A
ril 2023.
(*II. LCCC Queen's Platinum Jubllee Fund - Lower Broomhedge Community Association
would like to thank Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council for the financial support recelved
under this fund.
.21. LCCC Community Support Grant- Lower Broomhedge Community Association would
like to thank Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council for the flnancial support received under the
Community Support Grant 2022123 Programme.
('3}. LCCC King's Coronation Fund- Lower 8roomhedge Community Association would
like to thank Lisburn & Castlerea8h Clty Council for the flnanclal support recelved under this
fund.

Moving forward.
Trustees continue to rnake use of a variety of different mediums to ensure that they engage
with the local community and ensure that all rèlevant infonnation is circulated a8 widely a8
possible within this rural communty. Our Association aims lo provide it8 residents the
opportunlty to engage in projects and programmes which will have a positive impact and will
ontlnue to work with Statutory and voluntary agencies in an effort to achieve this.
The Tru8tee8 continue to encourage more ladie8 to become involved in the Association
particularly as trustees and would hope that this may be addres8ed al the next AGM.
Doclaratlon.
The Trustsos doclar• that they hav• appyoved tho tru8t•0's rnport above.
Slgned on b•half of the Tru8to09 of Low•r Broomhedg• Communlty A88oclatlon by
Mr Jonathan Stronge.
Chairper8on
Date
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