I report on the accounts of Southern Age Well Network for the year ended 31st March, 2023. 

As the Charity 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 accounts under Section 65 of the Charities Act 

- follow the procedures laid down in the general directions 

given by the Commission under Section 65(9)(b) of the Charities Act 

- state whether particular matters have come to my attention 

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 65(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. 

I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters 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. 

## _Aaron Ruddy_ 

**Aaron Ruddy Independent Examiner 10th November 2023** 

## **41 Derrybeg Drive** 

**Newry** 

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