GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Company Llmlted by Guarante•
Flnanclal Statemonts
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Company No: N1059280
Charity Nl No: 101125

GEMS NORThERN IRELAND LTD
Company Limited by Guarantee
Table of Contents
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Page
Company Information
Report of the Trustea8
4-17
Report of the Independent Audltors
18-21
Statement of Flnanclal Activitle8
Balanc8 Shaet
Ca8h Flow Statement
24
Notes to the Flnancial Statements
25-34

GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Company Llmited by Guarantee
Company Information
Trustees
Mr D Colllns
Ms L Boyd
Mr K Knox
MrA Hamilton
Mr L McNeill
Ms J Murray
Dr N Wh61an
Mr C Nugent
Dr l Bailey
(Chairperson)
(Vice-chair)
IT￿asUrer)
(Secretary)
Address for Correspondenco
34 Shaftesbury Square
Belfast
BT2 7DB
Rag18ter•d Offlco
Ascot House
34 Shaftesbury Squar8
Belfast
BT2 7DB
Audltors
AAB Group Accountants Limited
1-3 Arthur Street
Belfast
8T14GA
Bankors
Ulster Bank Limited
91-93 Univ8rsity Road
Belfast
BT7 1NG
Sollcltors
Edw8rds & Co. Solicitors
28 Hlll Street
88lfast
BT12L4
Regl8tered Charlty No.
NIC101125
Reglstered Company No.
N1059280
Key Management
Mrs S Russam MBE. Chief Executiv8

GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Report of the Tru8tegs
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Report of tho Truste95 for the Ye•r EndinA 31. March 2024
The Trustees are pleased lo present their Annual Trustees, Report together with the Financial
Statements of the Charity for the Year Ending 31st March 2024,. whlch arè also prepared to meet the
requirements for a Directors Report and Accounts for Compani88 Act purposes.
Chairpgrson's Rèport
Welcome lo our annual r8port lor 202312024.
We work to help unernployod and economlcally inactlva paople to belleve In themselves and recognise thelr
own potential. Our knowledgeablè. professional, eommilled and compassionate tB8m work together to
support. eneourage and enable each person we work with to believe in themselves and their ability lo secure
sustainable employment and if required, transfer Iheif skills to new opportunitie5 in the ever-Ghanging world of
work.
We are committed to continuous Improvement and development and always challenge oursalves to provlde
high qu81ity, impartlal. on8-lo-one careers Informatlon, advice and guldanGe Ihot helps build 8 person's
8elf<onfiden¢e, skills, m¢tivation and their personal capacity for leaming and work.
Our approach Is rooted in a deep underslandlng of the dlver8e needs of those wa 58rvg, enabling us to lallor
our support lo each indlvidual's unlque clrcumslances. By foslerlng a nurturlng envlronmenl, we empow9r
indlviduals lo explor8 their asplrallons and overcome barriérs lo employment. We actlvely seek feedback from
our participants lo refine our services and ensure they align ￿th the 6volvlng demands of the labour market.
Thi5 commitment lo adaptability and responslvenegs not only enhances our effecllveness but also slrenglhen¥
tha resillence of those we assi8188 they navlgale Ihelr pathw8ys lo success.
W8 are dellghted by our relenllon of quallly markslslandards.. matrix, IS09001..201 S, Investors In People and
are currently working wlh Belfast City Council to become a 'B8lfa81 Busln8ss Promise, accredited
org8nis81ion.
Malnlaining strong conneGtlons wlth our 88ry1ce beneficlarle8, n8twork8 & other key stak8holders during 20231
2024 has been fundamental to our organSsallonal strategy amld81 the challenges 8nd changes we have faced.
By acllvely engaging wllh our community, we have 8ffectSvely adherad lo our busln88s plan driving our slraleglc
oblaclivès while enhancing our capacity lo d8valop innovatlva pmgrammes and servlc8s that address both
current and amerging n8eds.
We are deeply committed lo creallng Social value, whlch 8eN68 as the foundatlon of our dedlcallon lo
partnershlp working and collaborallve efforts that positively Impact communllle8 and Indlvidu81s. Looklng ahead,
we aim lo further empower economlcally in8clive and unemployed adults people by provlding them wlth the
qualifications and confldence and motivation n8c68sary for success and the achi8v8rn8nl of sustainable
¢mployobilily pathways. Our ini118tivas will focus on équipping individuAls with the skills and confid6nce needed
to explore new career opportunllies. thgroby foslgring a pathway towards Sustainable gmploymenl and parsonal
growth.
The fSnanclal year 202312024 has presented significant challenge5 for GEMS Nl, primarily due to the cessation
of funding from the EurDpean Social Fund IESFI in Northeffl Ireland and the conclusion of the Erasmus Plus
programme, which r95ulted from the UK'S oxit from the European Union. De5Pitg earfier assuranGe$
regarding the transition lo successor funding, specifically the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF). we have
found that the level of support available through these new funds dogs not match that of th8 former ESF
programme. The UKSPF has notably shifted ils emphasls towards assisting only the economically inactive
client group, which includes indlvidua18 who are not mandated by benefits lo actively Seek work.

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Report of the Trusteeg
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Throughout this transition, GEMS Nl, along with other organisalions, faced uncertainty a5 we awaited
confimation of UKSPF lunding until the very last day of ESF funding on 31 March 2023. This period was
particularfy distressing for our st8ff, who were issued redundancy notices while awaiting clarity on the future
of our funding. Such circumstances wer8 less than conducive lo maintsining morale and oper81ion81 stability.
However, il 18 with great apprèciation that we acknowledge the unwavering commitment of our staff
during this challenging tlme. Unlike many organisations wthin our sector, GEMS Nl did not experience
slgniflc8nt stsff turnover as employees chose to remain with us rather than transitioning lo opportunities
wilhln the public or privala sectors. Thls loyalty has been instrumental in enabling us to navigate th888
turbulent times and continug our mlssion lo support Ihose in noed within our communlty.
The GEMS NI BDBrd continues lo support the Chief Executive. Sanior Management Team and all our staff lo
strive for continuous improvement & the ongoing development of innovatlV8 approach8s design8d lo help people
experienclng labour market disadv8nlage to move from long-term unemployment. oconomic in8Ctlvity and
and worklessness Into sustainable employmenL
To ensur8 that w8 ctsntlnue to deliver a high-quallty. r8sponsfv6 88rvlce lo those faclng dlsadvanlage in the
labour market, in the 202312024 financial ye8r we have delivered our cor9 airns via three main programm8s'.
Gateway to Choices, Belfast Work8 Connect and Step Up (WRAP and College Connect) which are noted
in the secllon heodgd.. Summary of GEMS Nl ProleGt Acuvlty 202312024.
I commend the dedlcatlon of the GEMS Nl Board who have given Ihelr cofflmllrnenl and expertlse have
ensured the governance and accountability of the charity remain cenlfal lo Ils purpos8 and values. Th18. along
wlth the Board's steadfast support lo the Chief Executiv8 and Senlor M8n8gement Team and Staff, in what has
been a challenging year involving significant chang8, has contributed lo the many poslllve resullg for the year.
I commend the Chief Execullve for her strategic vision and leadershlp In a challenging lime for GEMS Nl and
all organisallons working to 8UPPOrt people lo access sustainable employment. She and our Senlor
Manag8m$nl Tearn have supported our highly committed. compassionate and productive staff team to
continue lo deliver service axc8118nce regardless of tha precarfou8 funding circumstances we and other5
currently operole within.
No￿lthStandIng all the challenges beforg us we have dellvered 8 81rong and unrelenting offer lo those
exp8r1ènce labour market di88dvanlag8, consolldated our relallonshlps wlth partners and other key
8takeholders, successfully tendered for new busines8 8nd achieved a modast surplu$ for the peri¢)d.
l am Confidant th81 we will meet and overcome new challenges In the 202412025 y8Br ahead.
l)onal Collln•
Chalrp•rson

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Report of the Trustees
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Structure, Governance and Management
Governing Document: Memorandum and Articles of Associatlon
Consitutlon: Cornpany Limted by Guarantee N1059280
Bankers: Ulster Bank Limiled, Bank of Ireland Limited
Sollcitors: Edwards and Company
Audttofs: A4B Group Accountants Llmited
Appolntment of Tru¥tegs
Trustees are elected al th8 Annual General Meeting by the members present,
Trust995 2023124
Mr D Collins
Ms L Boyd
Mr K Knox
MrA Hamilton
Mr L McNeill
Dr N Whelan
Ms J Murray
Dr l Bailey
Mr C Nugent
(Chairperson)
IVlc8-Chair)
(Treasurer)
(Secretary)
Trustee Induction and Trainlng
New Trustees undergo a structured orientation process deslgned to brief them regardlng thelr legal
obligations under company law, the Charity Commlssion for Northern Ireland guidance on public benefit.
and inform them of the content of the Memorandum and Articles of Association, the committee and
decision-making processes, the busin8ss plan and recent financial performance of the charlty- During the
induction process they meet other trustees, and key employees. Trustees are encouraged lo attend
appropriate training events such as those provided by C03 and NICVA and where these will facilitate the
undertaking of thelr role.
Organi8atlon
The board of trustees, which can have up to 15 members. admlnlsters the charity. The board normally
meets bi-monthly and th8re are sub-committees coverfng flnance (which normally meets monthly) and
Human Rèsourceslstaffing which moets as required. A Chief Executive is appointed by the trustees lo
manage the day-to-day Dperations of the charity. To facllitate effective operations, the Chief Executive has
delegated authority, within terms of d818galion approved by the trustees. for operational mattgr5 including
flnance, employment and programme development.
Related Partles and Co.operatlon wlth other organl8atlons
None of our trustees receive remuneration or any other benefit from their work for the charity. Any
connection be￿88n a trustee or senior manager of the charity with a supplier or sub-contraGtor must be
disclosed lo the full board of trustees in the same way as any other contractual relationshlp with a related
paty.
In the 202312024 year, no such related paty transactions were reported.

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Pay Pollcy for Senior Staff
The Board of Director5, who are the charivs Irustees, and the senior management team comprise the key
management personnel of the charity in charge of directing, controlling, running and operating the charity on
a day to day basis. Al the directors give their time freely and no dir8Ctor received remuneration in the year.
The pay of senior staff is reviewed annually and normally increased in accordance with average earnings. In
view of the nature of the charity, the directors benchmark against pay16vèls in organisatitsns of a similar size
run on a voluntary b8sis. The remuneration b8nch mark is th8 midpoint of thé range paid for similar roles
adjusted for the weighling of up to 30Yo for any additional responsibilities.
Rlsk Management
The trustees have a Risk Management strategy which comprises of;
A Risk Register and Risk Report examined al every GEMS Nl Trustee meeting.,
All r(sks are revlewed on a monthly basis wlth newlemerging risk added to the register:
The Eslablishmenl of policies, systems and procedures to miligat8 those risks identified in the annual
review., and
The implernentalion of procedurés designed to minimise or manage any potential Impact on the charity
should those risks materialise.
This process has identified lttat financial sustainability remains a key financial rlsk for the charlty. A key
element in the management of financial risk is the regular review of available liquid funds to settle the debts
as th8y fall due., regular liaison wlth the bank and acllve management of debtors and cr8ditors balanc8S to
ensure sufficient working capital by GEMS NI.
We also retain focus on non-financial risk arising from fire, health and safety of clignts, Staff and visitors.
These risks are managed by ensuring accreditation is up to dal8, having robust polici8s and procedures in
place and regular awar8ness-raising for staff working in operational areas. Staff have received training in the
safeguarding of children and adults at risk and suicide awareness.
Safeguardlng chlldren and adults at rl8k
GEMS Nl prioritises the safeguarding of children and adults at risk. recognising il as a fundamental
responsibility within our operations. We have implemented a robust safeguarding policy and procedur8
designed to protect children and adults at risk from harm and to ensure their well-being.
Our Safeguarding Team is led by the Director of Employmént Servtces (Designated SafegLJarding Manager)
and three Safeguarding Officers. Th8 GEMS Nl Chief Executive is Safeguarding Ch8mpion with th8 GEMS
Nl Chairpèrson as the Board af Trustees Safeguarding lead.
Safeguarding is a standing agenda item at all trustees, meetings, allowng us to maintain a proactive
approaGh to identifying and mitigating polentlal risks. This ensures that all staff members are consistently
infomied and trained on safeguarding protocols, fostering a cullure of vigilance and responsibility throughout
th8 organisation. By embedding safeguarding praclic85 into our governance framework, we are committed to
creating a safe environment for all Service beneficiaries, thereby enhancing the ov8rall effectiveness and
integrity of our programmes.
General Data Protectlon Regulations IGDPR}
GEMS Nl is registered with the Inforrnation Commissioners Office {ICOI
Reference Number:
Z9462033 Tier: 1
Data Protection Offlcor:
Mr Michael Twomey, Director of Business Services
GEMS NI sy5terns and proc8dures reflecl GDPR compliance
The Data Protection Officer receives regular traininglupdates in relation to GDPR.
All staff receive GDPR awareness training as part of the induction process

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Report of the Trustees
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Our Purposes and Activitle8
The purposes of the Charity are..
• To improve the potential of the unemployed and especially the long-terrn unemployed to galn
employrnenl in the economy generally and specially in their own areas.,
To provide a structured programme of advice and support in career planning for those who are
long-term unemployed:
To support specific training. èducation, 8mployThenl and work experlencg opportunltles for the
long-larm unemployed which will help to promote their inlagratlon into the labour market-
To provide additional support to facilita18 participation in and bengfit from education, including at
primary level, for those al risk of eady school198ving and under achievement leading to exclusion:
To support and develop linkages be￿een employers, local communities and the relevant 5UPPOrt
agencies.,
• To enhanc8 the capacity of local communities to participate fully in local dev81opment and to
counter social exclusion.
The overarching vision that informs the activities we undertake annu811y remalns Improving accèss to the
labour marl(et. We do this by challenging parcepiions of employmènt and un8mployment by provldlng high
quality information, advice guldance and employment solutions to..
People who experlence labour market disadvantage
Employers
Policy makers and practitioners
The charity also has the general aim of contributs'ng to tha creation of social value through the provlsion of
innovative employer-led employment and employablllty initiatives that provide meaningful opportunities for
sustainable employment that specifically target and support long-term unemployed, economically inactive
and workless individuals.
In determining our obj8Ctives for the y8ar and planning our fornard activities, the trustees r8main mindful of
the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland guidance on public benefit and have Gonsidered this guidance
when developing our strat8gic and opérational activltles.
Mèrger betwèen Farranshane Communlty Trust and GEMS Northern Ireland Llmlted
Followlng a competillve selection process, the trustees of Farranshane Community Trust identlfied
GEMS Nl as their preferred partner for merger. This partnership initlated a comprehenslv8 and intricate due
dilig8nc8 phas8 in late 2021, which involved meticulous examination and assessment of both organisations.
Afler extensive discussions and planning, the merger was successfully ¢omplet8d on April 23, 2023.
As a result of this merger, the assets of Farranshane Community Trust Were formally transferred to
GEMS Nl, enhancing our capacity to support our mission. Subsequently, the former Farranshane
Community Trust underwent a voluntary winding-up process, concluding on June 11, 2024. This
significant transition represents a strategic advancement for GEMS Nl, aligning with our commilment to
improving employablllty and supporting the communlty of benefit in the Farranshane catchment area.
As well as transferring the remaining staff employed by the former Farranshane Community Trust to
GEMS Nl employment and improving Iheir temis and conditlons, we rnade a commitment to tenants
thal we would not implement a rènt increase within 12 months of assuming control. We honoured this
commitment with a rent review to be undertaken in September 2024 and any subsequent rent increase
implemented in April 2025.

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Sinc& the merger with Farranshane Community Trust, GEMS Nl has significantly éxpanded our
employability initiatives in the area. We have developed positive ne￿orkS and community partnerships
that enable us to create new programmes tailored to the nèeds of our community.
Additionally. we are delighted to deliver the GEMS Belfast Works Connect Services, which provide
8ssential training & support to individuals in the Farranshane area. These efforts not only enhance our
impact but also strenglhen our commitment to improving employability Outcomes for those we seNe.
Obloctlves for tho YaarlForward Plannlng
In determining our objectives for tha year and planniTig our forward activities, th8 trustees remain
mindful of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland guidance on public benefit and have consider8d
this guidance vthen developing our strategic and operational activities.
Organisatlon Structure 2023124
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Summary of GEMS Nl Project Activity 2023124
The financial year 202312024 marked a significant turning point in the operations of GEMS Nl, coinciding
wlth the cessation of European Social Fund (ESF) funding and the conclusion of several key projects,
induding the CO-MENT and Belfast Works projects. In response to these changes, we initiated
Partnership, and Belfast Works Connect, which is delivered in partnership with five organisalions.. Upper
Springfield Development Trust {Lead), Ashton Community Trust, East Belfast Mission, GEMS Nl, and
Impact Training, fundèd by the UK Shar8d Prosperlty Fund IUKSPFI- With the commencement of these
projects in Apnl 2023, it was imperative for us to remain agllé and résponsive to ensure that wè mat th8
key perfomianc8 indicators {KPlsl from the outset, th8r8by maintaining our commitment to d81iv8ring
high.quality services to our beneficiaries.
Belfa8t Worf($ Conn8¢t Project
Projact 2: 8elfast Works Connect
The Belfast Wc)rks Connect project is designed to 8UPPOrt economlcally Inactlv8 Individuals across
multiple regions, Includlng Belfast, Llsburn, Mid and East Antrim, North Down and Ards, and Antrlm and
N8Wtownabbey. Its primary focus is to address the challeng85 fac8d by indlvSduals who are furthest
froffl the labour market, offering thern a tailored pathway towards employment. volunteer roles. or further
education. By enhanclng employabllity through comprehensive support, the project seeks to reduce
barriers to economlc participation and Social inclusion.
The core purpose of the project Is to help indSvSduals gain the confidence, skills, and know18dge required
to re-enler the workforce or pursue educational opportunities. This is 8chieved through 8 range of
tsrgeled interventlons, Includlng..
Skills Development: Providing participants with essential technical skills, digital literacy,
and industry-r8levant qualifications to improve Iheir competitlveness in the job market.
• Tralnlng and Mentorlng.. Offering personalised tralning programs and mentoring to
develop not only job-specific skllls but also soft skllls such as communicatlon, teamwork.
and resilience, which are critical for lon*term employabillty.
Access to Job Opportunltles: Facilitating direct links to employers through job tasters
and dedlcated employment navigators, ensuring participants have pra¢ti¢al exposure
to the workplace.
Volunteer Outcom•s: For Indlvlduals not yet ready to 8ntèr formal employment, Ihe
project encourages volunteer placements, allowlng participants to gain valuable experience
whilo oxpanding futur8 career options.
Further Educatlon Pathway3: Supportlng those Interest8d In continulng their education
by providlng guldance on accessing further educatlon programmes and qualifications, thus
expandlng future career optlons.
The overall aim Is to empower individuals who have faced long-term unemploymenl or who have experienced
barriers such as low qualificatlons, health issues, or lack of confidence. helping them become more
self-sufficient and achieve positive long-term outcomes.
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Kay Objectlv88:
Improve the employability of economically inactive individuals through tailored skills
development, mentoring and volunteer placements.
• Facilitate access to meaningful job opportunities through upskilling, creating pathways to
sustsinable employment wilh each client lèaving with the minimum of a Basic Life Skill.
Provide support, including career advice. menloring, and personal development. to help
Individuals overcome barriers to 8mploymant.
Target Audlenco:
The primary beneficiaries of th8 88lfast Works Connect project are economically inactlve people
(Carers, Non-clalmants, Dlscouraged Claimants, Parents with Children under 3, People with Limited
capacity for Work or on Employment Support Allowance) across the 88lfast area and surroundlng
r8gions. The proj8Ct is designed to reach those who are furthest from the labour market and often face
complex barriers that prevent them frorn securing employment or accessing further education.
Koy Activitlos:
One-on-one mentorlng, dedicated traln8rs to dellver over 50 dlfferent OCN'S to address
Individual barriers to employment and support clients to proceed on to additional training.
Job and volunteer placement services and 8mployer engagement to match participants
with relevant employm8nt opportunities.
Support Adults ta participate in and achleve math qualifications.
Every client lo leave with the minimum of a basic skills or Ilfe sklll following SUPPOrt.
Support and signpost each client to engage with the benefits system to receive a better
of calculation.
Support People to access mental and physlcal health support to lead to amployment.
Supported people to sustaln employment.
Outcomes Achieved:
Supported 364 clients to engage with Key Worker support seNlces. Thls was 78 /0 of the
yeady target but due to delays starting we only case-loaded for 9 months rather than 12.
281 cli8nts where SUPPOrted to receive either a basic skill or life skill reaching 100% of
target.
• 364 socially excluded people accessed the service reaching 233% (target was 1561.
186 people received support lo find a job, 30 people were successful in galnlng
employment and 7 people into volunteering.
54 people where upski118d I retrained coming in at 115% of the target.
Belfast WorfEs Connoct Project Flnanclal Overvlew:
The Belfast Works Connect Project is funded by the UK Shared Prosperlty Fund and the Delivery
Partnership is coordinated by Upper Springfield Development Trust. The delivery contract commenced
01 April 2023 and wlll continue to 31. Mar¢h 2025. The budget awarded to GEMS Nl is based on actual
Belfast Works Connect Staff costs, 15 perceTbt of staff costs allocated tr)wards overhead costs, actual
costs of th8 provi5i0n of training and inc8ntlV8s for participants and th8 purchase of equipment to
5UPPOrt the delivery of the proj8Ct. During the period 01 April 2023 to 31 March 2024, GEMS Nl were
awarded £505,102.83 staff costs, £75,765.42 overhead 8llocation, £7,204 participant training costs.
£671.22 Participant incentive costs and £11,996.34 Equipment costs. All costs incurred in this period
in accordance with financial guidance were fully reclaimed.
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Gateway to Cholces Project
GEMS Nl delivers the provision of employability and skills focused independent information, advice and
guidance (IAGI to help those living in Belfast, who are furthest from the labour market, make informed
choices on their employability and skills pathway and to support those living in Belfast and currently in
work {in Belfast or éls8where} who are seeking betterlmore sustainable jobs lo identify the requisite
supports that are available to them.
Kèy Ob]ectlv8$:
Targat those furthest from the labour market who arè.. long-lerm unemployed,
non-work ready claimants as referred by JBO Work Coaches, or those
e¢onomi¢ally Inactive.
Create a database of employability and skills prowslon, ensuring support for Belfast
residents.
Support individuals seeklng better1m0￿ sustsinable jobs including those wishing lo
move on frorn entry level jobs, or from jobs paylng minimum wagè, or frorn jobs with
zero-hour Gonlracts,or from jobs wlth short-term contracts.
Provide specialist triage support which will help individuals through ref8rrals to
appropriate provislon and ulilise all exisllng funding mechanisrns and interventions,
including those In health.
Target Audlence:
The goal of the Gateway lo Choices Service is gettlng more of those further b8ck in the labour market
to engage in the exSsting provislon that will support their ernployability and skills journey. This will be
achieved through provlding support to r85idenls of Belfast aged 18+ and offerlng p8rson-c8nlred
individual Information, Advice and Guidance support on a need led basls.
Kay Actlvltles:
Recruitment of service users target 900 in year April 23 - March 24
Completion of baseline asséssmént and person8115ed actlon plans
Removal of barri8r5 to progression
Participant satisfaction rale
Partlcipant Confidence increased
Progresslng to Education. Employment or Tralnlng
Sustainèd employment outcome for 6 months
PartlClP8nts increasing hours of work
Outcomes Achleved..
900 service users cas6 loaded1780 without disablllty and 120 with dlsabillty).
846 baseline assessments completed.
81.7% of servic8 Users surveyed confirmed they agre8 or strongly agreed G2C helped
rernove barriers to progression.
96010 of service users surveyed confirmed they were satisfied wilh the service received
in G2C.
91.3% of service users surveyed reported an in¢rea5e in confidence relaled to their
employability as a result of Ihg programme.
101 indivlduals progressed to employment, with a further 181 progressing to education
or training outcomes (total of 283 individuals).
17 individuals sustained employ7n8nt for 6 months.
4 participants r8POrted increased hours of work.
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Gataway to Choices Project Financial Overview:
Gateway to Choices service is funded by the Department for Communities through Employability Nl 8nd
managed by Belfast City Council on b8half of Belfast Labour Markèt Partnèrship. The deliv8ry contract
commenced 09 January 2023 and will continue to 31 March 2025. The budget awarded to GEMS Nl for the
delivery of the seNice 1 April 2023 to 31° March 2024 was £475,000 and the project expendilure approvejd
and received by GEMS for this same period was £475,000.
Stop Up Projact
Funded and launchéd by DIE under Ihe Northern Ireland new Deal and Operationally led by Belfast
Metropolitan college.
The project aim was to t8rg8t indivlduals who were economically inacllvèl unemployed and those who find it
hardest to access skllls. educalion. and employmenl opportunlties and to design and deliver interventions that
would allow them to overcome compl8x barriers, to galn skllls to further their HSgher Education or Employment
choices.
Target Audience:
GEMS Nl delivered 2 different cohort groLJPS
College Connect + for those 16- 24 (NEETI who are economically inactive or
unemployed.
Women Retumers Access Programme (WRAP) for economically inactive and
unamployed.
Key Objaetlves:
Oblectlve 1 Pro9resslon lo Further Educatlon
Objeclive 2 Progrèsslon to Employment
Obj8CtIV8 3 Progression to other higher training
Kay Actlvltl88:
College Connect +
Activity 1 Tiling Iplaslering18V811
Activlty 2 Enterprise, Motivation 8nd entrepreneurship
Activity 3 Communiiy and personal development
Activlty 4 Classroom Assistants
Adivlty 1 Paediatric first Aid
Activity 2 Food safety
Activity 3 Crafts
Activity 4 Personal development
64 partl¢lpants In total
Outcomes Achieved:
Outcome 159 completed th8 course
Outcome 2 14 Into employrnent
Outcome 3 41 into HE and further training
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Report of the Trustees
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Step Up Project Financlal Overview:
The Slep Up Project is funded by Department for the Economy- New Deal for Northern Ireland Funding
and GEMS Nl hold a Service Dellvery contract for two strands- College Connect + and Women Returners
Ac￿sS Programme with Lead Partner Belfast Metropolitan Collegè for period 4" April 2023 to 31, March 2025.
GEMS Nl were contracted lo deliver up to a maximum of 38 College Connect + participants and 28 Women
Retumérs during the period 04" April 2023 to 31 March 2024. Project funding is outcome related, basèd
on a 50°h start payment and 500/0 completion payment. The Project Funding available for a Collègè Connect +
participant is £3,200 and A women Returner £2,000.
GEMS Nl delivered thls project through ￿0 staff members and d8llvery agr88m8nts wlth flve partners. The
total fundlng re¢elved for partl¢ipants supported during the period April 2023 to March 2024 is £147,400.
The costs paid to partner organisations for the same period is £34,500 with £3.394.51 was paid for
training to support participants.
Flnanclal Revlew
Total incoming resources available to GEMS Northem Ireland Ltd for 31 March 2024 was £2.023,067
12023.. £1,261.6871 This was set against 8xpenditur8 of £1,429,271 {2023'. £1,180,697) for the ye8r.
Thg net incoming resources for tha financial year was £593,796 {2023.' £80,990) leaving restricted funds
of £32,638 (2023.. £2,247) and unrestricted funds of £746,567 (2023: £183.1621 at the year end.
The principal funding sources of income for GEMS Nl a￿ derived from 3 main projects: Gateway to Choices,
Belfast Works Connect and Step Up. In addltlon to these core projects, we generate 8upplomentary Income
through room hire & various small projects. Our fundlng portfolio is further supported by grants from Belfast cty
Council, a Revenue Grant , and a grant from the VSB Foundation, which specifically aims lo enhance our work
with mlnority ethnic, migrant, and refug88 communlli8s. Additionally, GEMS Nl benefits from r8ntal income
g8neraled by tenants at Farranshan8 and receives extra funding through room hire and small grants from
Anlrim & Newtownabbey Council to support our community development initiatives. This diverse fundlng base
is essential for sustaining our operatlons and enabling u8 to deliver impactful programmes that meet the needs
of our benefidarles.
Reserrf88 Policy
The policy of the charity is to establlsh and maintain sufficient levels of reserves which ensur8 GEMS NI'S
core activities could continue during a period of unforeseen difflculty and or meét contractual obligalions
should the organisation have lo close. Thé aspiration of the Directors is to have in place reserves
equivalent to 3 months of the organisation's unr88tricted exp8ndittJr8.
At year end 31 March 2024 GEMS Nl had total reserves of£779,205 (2023.. £185,409). Of this amount.
£746,567 relates to unrestricted reserves {2023.. £183,162) whlle the remalning amount of £32,638 relates to
restricled reserves12023.' £2,247).
The charity had free reserves of £122,487, representing 8.9 months of unrestricted charitable expendlture.
To make a judgernent on th8 amount of reseNe. the trustees have considered the risks in respect of
expenditure. unrestricted income, and where appropriate, restricted incom8 and wh8re funds can only be
realised by tha disposal of a fixed asset.
The Irustees have also considered the extemal potential major risks to income and expenditure during the
year under consideralion. A risk assessment has been undertaken for the period 202312024 and the
following approach identified after reviewing the charity's current position using the Risk Identification
Approach..
Unrestricted Income
Restricted Income
Medium Risk
Low Risk
Expenditure
Low Risk
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Report of the Trustees
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Extemal Major Potontlal Risks
As GEMS Nl navigates the complexities of Ihe 202412025 financial year, we remaln vlgilant in identifying and
8ddresslng external major potential risks Ihal could impact our operations and sustainability.
Th8se risks include..
1 Funding Uncertainty: The potential volatility in securing continued funding from both
govemm8nt and philanthropic sources poses a significant risk to our financial stability. Changes
in funding policies or the availability of grants could affect our ability to deliver critical services.
2 E¢onomic Condltlon¥'. Fluctuations in the broader economic environment, including rising
inflation or 8conomic downturns, may result in increased demand for our services whlle
simultaneously limiting our fundraising opportunities and resources.
3 Regulatory Changes.. Changes in regulations or compliance requ1￿ ments can Impact our
operational capacity, requiring adjustments to our practices and potentially incurring additional
costs.
4 Competltlon for Rosourcas.. As more organisalions vie for limited funding and resource5,
increased competition may pose challeng85 in securing the necessary support for our projects
end initiatives.
By proactively assesslng thèse external risks, GEMS Nl is committed to d8veloplng strategies that
mitigate their impact, ensuring that we remain focused on our mission to support and empower those
in need within the communities we s8rve.
Examlnatlon of past trends
This policy will be reviewed by the trustees annually at their strategy meeting and bi-monthly as part
income for the medium t8rm to secur8 the immediate future of the charity.
Golng Concern
The Iruste8s have assessed the position of the charity and believe there is sufficient contracted
Income for the medium term to secur6 the immediate future of the ch8rity.
Plan8 for Future Porlod8
As we look ahead lo the 202412025 financial year, GEMS Nl has set forth s8v&ral key objectives
aimed at ensuring th8 sustainabillty and 8xpanslon of our servic88'.
Expanding the current programmas and $oNlces ba$ed in our preml$os In Farranshane House
Antrim: We are dedicated to expandlng GEMS Nl's employability 5ervice5 Wlthin our Farranshane Hous8
base. enhancing our capacity to providg targeted support and resourc95 that 8mpow8r people to achieve
sustainable employment and economic independence.
Securing Funding: Our primary objective is to secure contlnu8d funding for the Gateway to Choices &
Belfast Works Connect projects beyond March 2025. This involves actively engaging with existing and
potential funders. demonstrating the impact and success of our current initiatives, and advocating
for the importance of ongoing support for these vital programmes.
Diversifying Incomo Stroams: In addition to securing funding for our existing projects, we aim to dlverslfy
our income by pursuing new contracts and projects. We recognise the importance of building a resilient
financial foundation. and Ih8refore, we will explore opportunities within various funding streams, including
those available through the PEACEPLUS programrne. This programme offers potential avenues for
collaboration and support that align with our mlssion of fostering socia1 inclusion & community development.
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Report of the Trustees
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Enhancing Partnershlps: Slrenglhening our collaborations with partner organisations will be crucial
in expanding our reach and effectiveness. We will seek to enhance existing partnerships and establish
new alliances that can provide additional resources and expertise, enabling us to deliver comprehensive
support to our beneficiari8S.
Capaclty Bulldlng: We will undertake capacity-building initiatives within our organisation to ensure that
our staff and volunteers are well-equipp8d to meet the demands of new projects and contracts. This
includes ongoing prof8ssional dev81opment, training. and skills enhanc8ment to improve service
dellvery and organisational effectiveness.
Monitorfng and Evaluatlon: Impleménting robust monltoring and evaluation frameworks will be
èssential to assess the impact of our projects and ensure that we are meeting our key performance
indicators IKPlsl. By regularly reviewing our progress, w8 can make infomed adjustments to our
strategies, ensuring that we remain responsive to the needs of our beneficiaries and stakeholders.
By focusing on these obj8ctiv8s, GEMS Nl is comrnitted lo stréngthening our organlsation and ensuring
that w8 continue to provide meaningful support to those in need, fostering a more inclusive and resili8nt
Community.
Tru8tees' Responslbllltles In relatlon to the Financial Statements
The charity trustees (who are also the directors of GEMS Northern Ireland Limited for the purposes of
company lawl are responsible for preparlng a trustees, annual report & financlal statements in accordance
with applicable law and United Kingdom Accountlng Standards (United Klngdom Generally Accepted
Accounting Practice).
Company law requires the charity trustees to prepare financial Statements for each year which give a true
8nd f8ir view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and the group and of the incoming resources
and application of résources, including the income and expenditure, of the charitsble group for that period.
In prep8rSng the financial statements, the trustees are required to..
Select sultable accounting poll¢les and then apply them ¢onsistenlly'
Observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP.,
Make judgements and estimates Ihal are reasonable and prud8nt;
Stale whether appllcable UK accounting standards have been followed, subject to any
material departures disclosed and explained in the financSal statements.
Prepare the financial sta18ments on the going concem basis unless it is inappropriate to
presurne that thg charity will continue in business.
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Rèport of tha Trustees
Year Ended 31 March 2024
The trustees are responsiblè for keeping proper accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy
at any time the financial position of the charity and lo enable them to ensure that the financial statements
comply with the CompanSes Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity
and the group and hence taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other
irregulartties.
The trust88s ar8 r8sponslb18 for Ihe maintenance and intégrity of the corporate and financial infomiatlon
Indud6d on the charitable company's website. Legislation in the Uni16d Kingdom governing the preparation
and dissemination of financial statements may differ from legislation in other jurisdictions.
Statoment as to dlsclosurn to our Auditors
In so far as the truste8s are aware at the tlme of approving our trustè8s' annual report..
there 15 no relevant information, being information needed by the auditor in connectlon with
preparing their report. of which the company's auditor Is unaware, and
The trustees. having made enqulries of fellow directors and the company's auditor that Ihey
ought to have individually taken, have each taken all steps that h81sh8 is obliged lo take as
a director in order to make themselves aware of any rglevBnt audit inforrnation and to
establlsh that the auditor Is aware of that Information.
Declaratlon
The Trustees declare that they have approved the Trustees, report above.
Signed on behalf of th• Charitys Trusteos
Signature:
Slgnature:
Full Name: Mr Kanneth Knox
Full Name:
Mr Donal Colllns
Po8ltlon:
Trustoe
Posltlon:
Trusteo
Date: 6th De¢ember 2024
Date: 6th December 2024
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Report of the Independent Auditors
to the mèmbers of Gems Northem Ireland Ltd
(a company limited by guarantee)
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of Gems Northern Ireland Ltd for the year ended 31
March 2024 which comprises the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet. the
Cash Flow statement and the notes to the accounts, including a summary of significant
accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation
is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting
Standard 102. The Financial Reporting Standard applicabl8 In the UK and Republlc of Ireland
(United Kingdom G8n8rally Accepted A¢¢ounting Practice).
In our opinion the financlal statèm8nts:
- give a true and fair view of the state of the charitable company's affairs as at year ended 31
March 2024 and of its incoming resources and appllcation of resourc8s, Including Its
income and expenditure, for the year then ended.,
have been propedy prepared in accordance with Unlted Klngdom Ganerally Accepted
Accounting Practice,. and
- have been prepar8d in accordance with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.
Basis fr>r oplnlon
Wa conducted our audit in accordance wlth Internatlonal Standards on Auditing (UK) {ISAs (UK))
and appllcable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the
Auditorfs responsibilities for the audit of Ihe accounts section of our report. We are independent
of the charity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are r818vant to our audit of the
accounts in the UK, including the FRC'S Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical
resp)nsibllilies in accordance with these requlrements. We believe that the audit evidence we
have obtsined is suffldent and approprlate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Concluslons relating to golng concam
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the trustees, use of the going concem
basis of accounting in the preparation of the financlal statements Is appropi8te.
Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to
events or conditions thal, individually or collectively. may cast significant doubt on th8 charity's
ability to continue as a going concem for a perlod of al least twelve months from when the
flnancial statements are aLrthorised for issue.
Our responsibilllles and the responsibllitles of the trustees with respect lo going concem are
descrlbed in the relevant secllons of this report.
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Report of the Independent Auditors (continued)
to the members of Gems Northern Ireland Ltd
(a company Ilmlted by guarantee)
Year Ended 31 March 2024
Other information
The other information comprises the infomialion included in the annual report, other than the accounts
and our auditorfs report Ihereon. The Trustees are responsible for the other information.
Our opinion on the account5 does not cover the other information and. except lo the extent otherwise
expllcllly stated in our ￿POrt, we do not express any fomi of as8urance conclusion thereon.
In connection with our audit of the accounts, our responsibility is to read the other Infomiation and, in
doing so, consider whether the other infomiation is materially Inconslstent with the accounts or our
knowledge obtained in the audit or otherwise appears to be malerially misstated. If we identify such
material inconsistencies or apparent material misstalemenls, we are requI￿d to determin8 whether
there Is a material mlsslalemenl in the accounts or a material misstatement of the other information.
If, based on the work we have performed. we conclude that there 18 8 material misstalament of this
other informatlon, we are requlr8d to report that fact.
We have nolhlng to report In this regard.
Oplnlons on oth•r mattor8 pr08crlbod by Ihg Compan1•8 A¢t 2006
In our oplnion, based on the work undertakgn in th8 cours8 of our audit-
the inform8tion given irthe Trustees Report for the financial year for which the accounts are
pr&pared is consistent with th8 accounts,. and
- the Trustees Report has been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
Matters on whlch wfr ar¢ requlred to r•port by excèptlon
In the light of the kno￿edge and undarstanding of the Trustees and its 8nvironment obtained in the course
of th8 audlt, we have not idenlifled malarlal mlsstatements In th6 Trusto&s Report.
We have nothlng to report In respect of the following matters Sn relallon to whlch the Companle8 Act 2006
requires us to ￿port to you if. in our opinion..
- adequate accounting records have not been kept, or retums adequate ftjr our audit have not been rac&ived
from branches not V15ited by us; or
th8 accounts are not In agreement with the 8ccounting records and returns; or
certaln disclosures of trustees. remuneration specified by law are not made; or
we have not received 811 the infomialion and explanations we require for our audit.
R08pon81bllltle8 of Trustaes
As explained more fully in the Statement of Trustees ResFonsibililies, th6 Trustees are r8sponsible
for the preparatson of the accounts and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view. and for
such internal wntrol as the directors determine is necessary lo enable the preparallon of accounts
that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
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Report of the Independent Auditors (continued)
to th• members of Gems Northern Ireland Ltd
(a company limited by guarantee)
Year Ended 31 March 2024
In preparing Ihe accounts, the Trustees are responsible for assessing the charity's ability to
continue as a going Concern, disclosing, as applicable. matters related to going concern and
using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Trust88s either intend to liquidate th8
company or to Gease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
Audltorfs responsibllitios for the audit of tho financlal statèments
Our objective5 are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the accounts as a whole are
free from material misstat8m8nt, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report
that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a
guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAS (UK) wlll always delecl a malerial
misstatement when it exists. Mlsslatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered
material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably b8 8xpect8d to influence the
economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these accounts.
Irregularities, including fraud, are Instances of non4omplSance wlth laws and regulatlons. W8
design procedures In Ilne with our r8sponsibilities, outlined above, to detect material mlsslatem8nts
in respect of Irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of
detecting Irregularit18s, including fraud,18 detailed below.
We obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory framework appllcable to the company
through enquiry of man8gement, industry research and the application of cumulative audit
knowledge. We identified the following prlncipal laws and regulations relevant to the company-
Companies Act 2006 and the Financial Rèporting Standard applicab18 in the UK and Republic
of Ireland {FRS 1021.
We developéd an understanding of the key fraud risks to the entity (including how fraud might
curl, the controls In place to help mitigate those risks, and the accounts, balances and
disclosures within the financial statements which may b8 SUSC8ptible to management blas. Our
und8rslanding was obtained through revlew of the financial statements for significant accounting
8Stimales. analysi8 of journal entries, walklhrough of the key controls cycles in place and enquiry
of managemenl.
Our procedures to respond to Ihose risks identified included, but were not limited lo..
Enquiry of management, and the entity's sollcitors around actual and potential Iltigatlon and claims.
Enquiry of management to identify any instances of nonrycompliance with laws and regulalions.
Reviewing minutes of meetings of those charged with governance.
RevIe￿ng financial statement disclosures and testing to supporting documentation to assess compliance
wth applicable laws and regulations.
Auditing the risk of rnanagement override of controls, including through testing journal entries and other
adjustments for appropriateness, and evaluallng the business rationale of significant transaclions outside
the nomal course of business.
transactions outside the normal course of business.
A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of Ihe accounts is located on the Financial Reporting
Council's website al.. http.'Ilwww.frc.org.uklauditorsresponsibilities.
This description forms part of our auditor's report.
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Report of the Independ6nt Auditors (continued)
to the members of Gems Northarn Ireland Ltd
(a company limited by guarantee)
Year Ended 31 March 2024
This report is made solely to the charltable companys members, as a body, in accordance with
Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Compani85 Act 2006 and regulations made under that Act. Our
audit work has been undertaken so that we might ststs to the charitable companys members
those matters we are requlred to stat8 lo them in an auditors. report and for no other purpose.
To the fullest extsnt pemitted by law, we do not 8ccept or assume responsibility to anyone
other than th8 charitab18 company and its members as a body. for our audit work, for this report,
or for the opinions we have fomied.
Teresa Campball {S&nlor Statutory Audltor)
forand on bfrhalf of
AAB Group Accountants Llmlt8d
Chart8rgd Accountant5 & Slatutory Audltor
1.3 Arthur Street, Belfast, BT14GA
Date
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Statement of Financlal Activities
(incorporating an income and expenditure account)
for the year ended 31 March 2024
Total Funds
2024
Total Funds
2023
Unrestrfcted
Restrfcted
Notos
Income and endowments from:
Charitable Activities
32,701
1,294,249
1,326,950
1,261.687
Other incom8
638,048
638,048
Other tradlng activities
58,069
58,069
Total Income and andowments
728,818
1,294,249
2,023,067
1,261.687
Exp•ndtture on:
Charitab18 Acllvltl88
1165,413) (1,263,858) 11,429,271) (1,180,697)
Total Expendlture
{165,4131 (1,263,858) (1,429,271)
(1.180,6971
Net Incomq l (expendlture) for
the year before transfers
563,405
30,391
593,796
80,990
Transfers be￿en funds
N•t movèment In funds
563,405
30,391
593,796
80,990
Reconclllatlon of funds
Fund balances brought forward
183,162
2,247
185,409
104,419
Fund balan￿8 carried forward
14115
746,567
32,638
779,205
185,409
All income derives from continulng actlvitles, therefore no statement of recognised gains or losses is
giv8n.
The notes on pages 25 to 34 form part of these financial statements.
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Balance Sheet
as at 31 March 2024
Note
2024
2023
Flxed Assots
Tangible assets
10
635,626
8.184
Current Assets
Debtors
Cash at bank and in hand
11
138,740
179,649
318,389
246.745
135,845
382,590
Credltors: amounts falling due within one year
12
174,810
197.633
NET CURRENT ASSETS
143,579
184.957
TOTAL AsseTS LESS CURRENT LIABILITIE8
779,205
193,141
Credltors.. amounls falllng due greater than one year
13
7,732
NET ASSErs
779,205
185,409
R8pr8sentéd by..
Unrestrlctod Fund$
14
746,567
183.162
Rastrl¢l¢d Funds
15
32,638
2,247
779,205
185.409
These financial statements have been prepared In accordance wlth the speclal provlslons of
Part 15 of the Companies Act 2006 relatlng to small companies.
The financial statern&nts were approved by the Board and signed on its behalf-
6th December 2024
Date
Mr D Colllns
Director
Company No: N1059280
The notes on pages 25 to 34 fomi part of these financial slatements.
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Cash Flow Statement
as at 31 March 2024
Restated
2023
2024
Note
Cash Used In Operatlng Activitles
17
55.277
102,605
Investlng activities:
Purchase of property plant and equipment
{19.605)
15,184)
Cash provided by (used In) Investlng actlvltlos
19,605
5.184
Cagh Flow from flnanclng actlvltlo8
Repayment of Borrowing
(9.074)
19,006)
Cash used In financing actlvities
9.074
9,006
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents in the year
26,598
88,415
Cash and cash equivalents at the beglnnlng of the year
64.936
23,479
Cash acquired on acquisitions
26,821
Total Cash and Cash Equlvalent8 at the and of thè yaar
118,355
64,936
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 31 March 2024
1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The principal accounting policies adopted, judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty in the
preparation of the financial statèments ar6 as follows..
al Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been preparèd in accordance with Accounting and Rèporting by Charlties..
Statement of Recommended Practlce applicable to charities prèparing thair accounts In accordance with
the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland IFRS 1021 (effective 1
January 2019)- (Charities SORP IFRS 102)). thè Financial R8POrting Standard applicable in the UK and
Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021 and the Companies Act 2006. The charity meets the definition of a publi¢
benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are intially recognised at historical cost or
transacts'on value unless olhorwise stated In the relevant accounting policy note{sl .
b) Preperation of the accounts cn a going conoem basis
At the date of approving the flnanclal slatemenls, Ihe trustees have a reasonable expedalion Ihat
the charity has adequate resources to continue to operational existence for the foreseable future.
Thus the trustees continue to adopt the golng concern basis of accountlng In préparing the financial
statements.
c) Fund Accounting
General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees In
furtherance of the general obj8Ctlves of the Charity and which have not been designated for other
purposes.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance wlth speclfic restrictlons Imposed by
donors or which have been raised by the Charity for particular purposes. The cost of raising and
administering such funds are charged against the specrfic fund. The aim and use of restrlcled funds Is set
out in the notes to the financial statements. Restricted funds may only b8 transferred to general once the
criteri8 for restrictlon have been discharged or no longer apply.
d} Income Recognltlon Policies
Items of income are recognised and Included In the accounts when all of the following criteria are met:
The charity has èntiUement to the funds.,
any perfomance condltlons attached lo the Stem of income has been mel or are fully within the
control of the charity.
there is sufficlent certainty that receipt of the Incom8 Is consldered probabl8,' and
the amount can be m8asur8d rellably
Revenue grants aro credlted to incoming resources on the earller date of when they are recelved or wh8n
they are receivable, unless they relate lo a specified future period, in which case they are deferred.
el Interest Receivable
Interest on funds held on deposlt is Included when receivable and the amount can be measurèd rellably
by the Gharity., this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the Bank
n Expenditure and irrecoverable VAT
Expénditure is recognisad once thar8 is a legal or constructive obligatlon to make a payment to a third
party. it is probab18 that settlement will be r8quired and the amount of the obligation can be measU￿d
reliably. Expenditure is clsssified und8r the following activity headings..
ExpendSture on charltabla activities includes the costs of activities undertaken to further the
purposes of the charity and their associatsd support Costs
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 31 March 2024
I ACCOUNTING POLICIES {contlnu6dl
Irrecoverable VAT Is charged as a cost against the activity for which the 8xpenditur8 was incurred.
gl Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and cash in hand includes cash and short term highly liquid investments with a short
maturity of thre8 months or less from the dale of acquisition or opening the deposit or similar account.
h) Ajlocation of support costs
Support cost5 are those functions that assist th8 work of the charity but do not dIre￿lY undertake
charitable a¢tivilies. Support costs include back office costs, finance, personnel, payroll and
governnace costs which support th8 charivs programm8s and activities.
i) Tanglb18 Fixed Assets
Tanglble fixed assets are stated al cost less depreciation.
Depreciation is provided al rates calculated to write off thè cost or valuation of flxed assets. less their
èstimBted residual value, over their expected useful lives on the following basis..
Computer 8qulpm8nl
Fixtu￿ & fittings
Land & buildings
33.339h Stralght Ilne
150A straight line
20A Straight line
The carrying value5 of tangible fixed assets are reviewed for impairment wh8n events or circumstances
indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable.
J) Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount due after any trade discount offered.
Prepayments ara valued at the amount pr8paid after taking account of any trad8 discount due.
kl Creditors and Provisions
Credllors and provisions are recognised vthere the charity has a present obligation resulting from a
past event that will probably result in the transfer of funds to a third party and the amount due to settle
the obligalion can be measured or estimated reliably. Credltors and provisions are normally recognised
at Ihelr selllemenl amount after allowing for any trade discounts due.
l) Financial instruments
The trust only has fin8ncS81 assets and flnancSal liabillllés of a klnd that quallfy as baslc flnancial
instrnmenls. BasiG financi81 inslrum8nts are Initially recognised at transaction value and subsequenuy
measured at th8ir sett18ment value wilh the exc8plion of bank loans which are subsequently measured
at the carrying valLJe plus accrued interest less repayments. The flnancing charge to expgndilure is at
constant rate Galculaled using the effective interest method.
ml Penslons
The company operates a defined contribution pension scheme. Contributions are charged in thè
statement of financial acliviti8s as they become payable in accordance with the rules of the scheme.
n) Finance and operating leases
Rentals applicab18 to operating leases are charged to the SOFA over the period in which the cost is
incurred in gqual amounts. Assets purchased under finance leases are capitalised at their fair value at
the inception of the contracts and depreciated over their estimated useful lives. Obligations under such
agreements are included in creditors. The difference behveen the capitalised cost and the total
obliagation under the lease represents the finance charges. Finance charges are allocated over the
period of the lease in proportion to the capital amount outstanding.
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Financial Statements
for the year ended 31 March 2024
1 ACCOUNTING POLICIES {contlnued)
ol Taxation
The company is a registered charity and the charitable tax exemptions are therefor8 being claimed to
the 8xtent that income andlor gains are applicable and applied to charitable purwses only. These
exemptions will rgrnain in plac8 as long as income and expgnditure 15 applied to charitablg purposes
only.
p) Critical accounting estimates and judgements
In the application of the companys accounting policies, the trustees are requlred to make
judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that
are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and assoclated assumptions are based
on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may
differ from thÈse estlmates.
The estlmat8s and undedying assumptlons are revi8W8d on an ongoing basis. Revlslons to
accounting estimales are ￿cOgnISed in the period In which th8 estlmate is revised where th8
revlsion affects only that perlod, or In the perlod of th8 revlslon and future periods where th8 revlsion
affects both ¢urrent and future perlods.
The trustees consider thet there are no mat8rial areas of judgement or estimation uncertainty.
2 Legal Status of the Charlty
The charlty Is a company limited by guarantee and has no share capital. In the event of the charlty
being wound up the liability in respect of the guarentee is Ilmited lo £1 per member of the charity.
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Financial Statam•nts
for the year ended 31 March 2024
3 Income and Endowments
Incomg froffl Charitable Actlvltles
Total Fund$ Total Funds
2024
2023
Unrestrlcted Restrlctod
Department for Employmènt and Laaming
USDT B Works
USDT BCC Academy
Belfast City Council
Belfast Met - Step up
Erasmus Plus ITER Prolect
CFSP
Family School Ne￿ork Project
BBC Children In Need
EULAB- Makes Sense
Radius
VSB Foundatlon
Other mlscellaneous grants
1,726
1,726
444,289
426,735
5,186
144,437
598,902
529,250
148,400
598,902
547,750
148,400
18,500
54.002
88,635
16.266
27.791
14.229
25.452
8,756
5,445
8,756
5,445
15,000
971
15,000.00
971.00
14,663
32.701 1,294,249
1,326,950
1,261,685
The 2023 income from charitable activilles was split between unrestrlcted of £437,862 and
restricted of £823.825,
Other Income
Total Funds Total Funds
2024
2023
Unrostrlctod Restrlctad
Bank Int8r88t
Net assets acquired - acquisition of Farranshane
215
637,833
215
637.833
638,048
638.048
Income from other trading activities
Gems Narthern Ireland Ltd acquired Farranshane Community Trust on 18th April 2023.
Given Farranshane operat6s seperately to GEMS charitiable activities. the trustees believe it is appropriate
to present the financial performance of farranshane separate to that of GEMS.
The summary financial performance of Farranshane alone is:
2024
Turnover
58,069
(24,618)
Expenditure
Net Profit
33.451
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Financial Stataments (cont)
for the year ended 31 March 2024
4 Results for the year
The results for the year has been arrfved at after charging the following..
2024
2023
Staff costs
Audit f88s- external
D8pr8ciation
1.034.891
5.500
17.163
798,120
5,500
3,628
5 Analysls of expenditurè on charltable actlvltlos:
Ta)tal Fund8 Total Funds
2024
2023
Unrnstrlcted Restrlcted
Employment Services Initiative8
Projects and programmes
Support Costs
Governance Costs
124.011
124,011
847,317
451,045
6,898
259,228
604,045
305,936
11.488
847,317
411,307
5,234
39,738
1,664
The 2023 expenditur8 on charitabl8 a¢tlvltles was spllt b8tsv88n unr8strlcted of £350.451 and
restricted of £830,246.
6 Analysis of govornan¢e and support costs:
The charity Initsally identifies the costs of its support functions. It then identifies those costs which relale
to the govemance function. Governance costs and other support costs are apportioned seperately
b8iw8en the charitable activity undertaken in EmployTnent services initatives and Projects and programme$.
Actlvltl•s
undertaken dlrectly
Support Gov•rnanu Totsl Funds Total Funds
Costs
Cost$
2024
2023
Employment S8rvlces Initiatives
ProJe¢tS and programmes
124.011
847.317
39.738
411.307
1,664
5,234
165.413
1,263,858
350.451
830,246
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Financial Statements (cont)
for the year ended 31 March 2024
7 Staff eosts and the cost of kay management personnel
2024
2023
Salaries and Wages
Employers National Insuranc8
Oth8r Pension Costs
899,006
81.523
54,362
684,664
68.152
45,304
One employee had emoluments between £60,000 - £70,000 {2023: One).
The key management personnel of the charity comprise the Trustees, th8 Chalr, the CEO, Director of
Employment Services, Director of Corporate Services and the Dlrector of Operallons. The totsl employee
benefits of the key management personnel of the charity were £213,013.
The averag8 monthly head count was 28 staff and the average monthly number of full tlm8 equivalent
employees (including casual and part time Staff) during the year was as follows:
2024
Number
28
2023
Number
21
Number of Project Staff
Number of Administrative Staff
Number of senior management stsff
8 Trustees. Emoluments
The charity Trustees were not paid or received any olher benefits from employment with th8
charity in the year {2023.' £nil) neither were they reimbursed expenses during the year {2023:
£nil}. No charlty Trustee received payrnent for professional or other servicès supplled to the
charity (2023: £nll).
9 Related Party Transactlons
None of the Trustees receive remuneration or oth8r benèfit from th8lr work wlth the charity.
Any connection be￿6en a Trustee or senlor manager of the charity with organisations the
charity works with musl be disclosed to the full Board of Trustees in the same way as any
other contractual relatlonshlp with a related party.
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Flnanclal Statements (eont)
for the year ended 31 March 2024
10 Tangible Flxed Assets
Land & Flxtures & Computer
Bulldings
Fittings
Equipment
Total
Cost"
As al 1 April 2023
Additions
Assets acquired on acquisition
70,649
11,114
70.649
19,605
625.000
8,491
625,000
As at 31 March 2024
625,000
8,491
81,763
715.254
Depreciation:
As al 1 April 2023
Charg8 for the year
62,465
4,026
62,465
17,163
12,500
637
A8 at 31 March 2024
12,500
637
66,491
79.628
Net Book Value
As at 31 March 2023
AS at 31 March 2024
11 Debtors
2024
2023
Trade debtor8
Prepayments, accrued Income and other debtor8
2.667
136.073
246.745
12 Credltors: amounts falllng duo wtthln one year
2024
2023
Trade creditors
Bank loans and overdrafts
Taxation and social security
Accruals and Deferred Income
Other credilors
5.464
70,564
48,897
44,103
5,782
81,521
77,022
39,090
174,810
197,833
2024
2023
Movement in Deferred Income:
As at 1 April
Resources deferred during the year
Amounts released from previous years
7.945
26,449
(7.945)
15,158
7.945
(15.158)
As at 31 March
26,449
7.945
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GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notss to th• Flnancial Statements (Gont)
forthe
ear ended 31 March 2024
13 Cr•ditors: amounts falling du• greater than on• y•ar
2024
2023
Bank loans
7.732
14 Anatygis of Mov•m•nts In Unr•strlctsd Fund•
Funds as at
31 March
2024
Funds as at 01
Aprll 2023
Incoming
Resource$
Resource$
Expended
General Funds
183.162
n8,818
1165,4131
746,567
Totsl
183 102
728818
165413
746,567
Fund• a8 at
31 March
2023
Fund• a¥ at 01
Aprtl 2022
Incoming
R•oourco1
Ro¥ource•
Exp•nd•d
G6ner81 Funds
95,751
437,862
1350,451}
183,162
Total
95,751
437,882
350,451
183,162
15 An•ly818 ol Movom•nt¥ In Restrlct•d Fund•
l Aprll
2023
31 March
2024
Income
Expendltur•
Transfers
BBC Chlldren In nèed
USDT Belfast works
2,258
11,2501
IS761
1.008
10,538
11,114
Total fixed os8•1 funds
2.258
11.114
1,826
11,546
BBC- Gateway to ¢hoic8S
88C- Academlas
USDT- 8ell&%t works
co￿ENT
88llasl Met- Slop up
D8veloping healthy
VSB Foundation
CFSP
474,999
54.251
587.788
1.726
148,400
971
15.000
1474,9991
148.1591
1587.788}
{1,718}
1148.4001
19711
092
181
1J.000
{31
Total net as8et fund
1.283,135
1,262.032
21,092
Total Funds
2,247
1,294.249
1.263,858
32.638

GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Financial Statements (cont)
for the vp.Ar ended 31 March 2024
1S Analysis of Movem•nts in Rastrlclad Funds (¢ontlnuedl
Balance
l Aprfl
2022
8alance
31 March
2023
Income
Expendltur•
Transfer5
BBC Children In nee(1
3,508
11,2501
2,258
Total fixed a5sel fund5
3,508
1.250
2,258
CFSP
CtsMENT
Erasmus Plus
Antrlm & Newtownabbey
Borough Councll
88C Children in Need
USDT Belfasl Works
USDT BCC Academy
{3)
{8)
591
88,635
444.289
188,6351
(444,2891
{591)
131
181
1,883
27,791
256.041
5,186
{1,8831
132,371)
(256,041)
15,1861
4,580
Total nel 880èt funds
5,160 823.825
828,996
Total Fund8
8,668
823.825
830.246
16 Analys1¥ of not a•￿ta b•tw•en fund•
Unre•trlcted Re8trlct8d
Fund
Fund8
Tot41
Fixéd Assets
Nel currgnl a886t8
Credllors: amounts falling due grealar than one year
624,080
122,487
11,546
21.092
635,62e
143,579
Total
746.567
32,638
779.205
17 Recon¢llllatlDn of net mov•mont In funds to net cash flow from opor4tlng actlvltles:
2024
2023
Nel movemant In fund8
Add back:
Depredation chaffJe
Less:
Galn on scquisluon
Not worklng capltsl 8cqulred on acqulsltlon
593.796
80.993
17.163
3.628
{637.8331
113.9881
Decrnase l {Increase} in debtors
{Decrea5el l increase In creditors (excludlng overdraft81
108,005
{11.8661
150,9601
68.947
Net Ca8h usod In oporatlng activiti98
55,277
102.605

GEMS NORTHERN IRELAND LTD
Notes to the Flnancial Statements (cont)
for the
ear ended 31 March 2024
Restated
2023
2024
18 Analys18 of cash and cash equivalents
Cash In Hand
Bank Loans and Overdrafts
179,649
(61,294)
135.845
(70.9091
118,355
64.936
19 Acqulsltlon of a buslnoss
On 18th Aprfl 2023 Gems Northern Ireland Ltd acqulrad Farranshane Community Trust.
There was no consideration pald by Gems for the net assets acqulred.
Net assets acquired
Book Value Adlustments Falr Value
Property. plant and equlpm8nt'
Cash and cash equivalents
Trade and other receivables
Trade and other payables
460,865
26,821
955
114,943)
164,135
625,000
26,821
955
(14.9431
Total identlfiable net assets
473,698
164,135
637,833
The Property, plant and Equipment acquired w8r8 independently valued by O'connor Kennedy Turtle and resulted
In a galn of £164,135. As a result, the fair value of the Property, plant and equlpment as at 31 March 2024
was £625,000.
20 Comparatlve Informatlon
C8rtain comparative informatlon has been restated to reflect a fairer comparlson wllh current year.
These restatements have not h8d any effect on reported results for thé year ended 31 March 2023
nor on totsl equity as at 31 March 2023.
21 Contlngent Ilabllltles
The charity acquired Farransh8ne Community Trust on 18th April 2024. Arising from the integralion of
Farranshane Communty Trust are potential lax liabilities from unresolved VAT matters. The charity Is Currently in
cornmunicalion with HMRC which was made unprompted by the Charity. The matter could end up in further
Inv8Stlgation with HMRC however, at th8 dat8 of signing the cost to the charfty could not be reliably estimal8d.
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