Everton Centre Parents & Carers Group Trustees report and financial statements for the year ended 30th September 2023
Everton Centre Parents & Carers Group Contents
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| Trustees report | 1 - 2 |
| Independent examiners report | 3 |
| Statement of financial activities | 4 |
| Statement of financial position | 5 |
| Notes to the accounts | 6 - 8 |
Everton Centre parents and carers group
Trustees Report
for the year ended 30 September 2023
The Trustees present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 30 September 2023. The financial statements comply with the Charities Act 2011, the constitution, and Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective 1 January 2015).
Structure, governance and management
The group is an unincorporated charity.
Trustees
The trustees who served during the year were as follows:
C Hamill, S Jones, B Jeffers, C Green, C Radcliffe, B Madden, B McCaughey, C Baxter, A MacQuillan, J Denvir, A Carr, A Hughes, C Welsh.
Objectives and activities
The objects for which the group is established are:
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To provide a range of activities for clients of the Everton Day Centre.
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To promote access to benefits through information and opportunities for networking.
Achievements and performance
It has been a long haul but I’m pleased to note that life for all working at or attending Everton Centre has returned to very nearly what it was before 2020. This is due to the great work done by staff at all levels within Everton to minimise the impact of the restrictions and to restore normality as soon as it was possible.
We are now able to meet regularly in Everton throughout the year and to avoid irksome personal precautions. Members who live at home have been back in full attendance for over a year and those in care homes have seen a marked increase in their attendance as well.
I want to acknowledge the generosity, over many years of the Dockers’ Club. In pre-Covid days, they used to host a much-enjoyed pre-Christmas dance for members of Everton. It has not proved possible to restore this, due to lingering concerns about issues of close proximity. But the Dockers very kindly sent us a cheque for £455 out of the blue last November.
After all the refurbishment which finished a year ago and which made such a difference to the feel and atmosphere in Everton, I’m pleased to note that there are now plans for a phase 3 in the area of the reception and adjacent rooms and hopes are high that it will happen in 2023/24. More long term plans include the kitchen area and the outside space.
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I am delighted to report that representatives of Danske Bank accepted our invitation to come to Everton and see the Clevertouch screen in action. They made a major contribution last year towards the purchase of this equipment. The members of Everton showed the impressive IT skills which this clever technology inculcates in them.
I know we have all been affected this year by industrial action. The fact that committed staff have felt obliged to take such action is an indictment of the healthcare system in Northern Ireland and not of the staff themselves. If a little inconvenience to us helps ultimately to improve conditions in the healthcare system, then I feel it is worth doing.
I regret to note that one of our trustees, Brendan McCaughey has decided to step down from our board. Brendan served over many years and played a valuable part in our deliberations. He was always a cheerful, friendly presence at our meetings. However, his niece Emma has agreed to come on in his stead and I look forward to working with her.
I want to thank all the many people whose hard work and commitment have contributed so much to the success of Everton as a centre which enriches the lives of our loved ones. Staff at every level have worked together with care and commitment and I want to thank them all. And I also want to mention the parents and carers who served with us over the last year. I think we perform as a valuable support to Everton and I want to thank them particularly.
Financial review
During the year the group maintained sound financial reserves.
This report has been prepared in accordance with the Statement of Recommended PracticeAccounting and Reporting by Charities.
This report was approved by the Board on 9[th] November 2023 and signed on its behalf by
C. Hamill, Chairman
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Independent examiner's report to the trustees of Everton Centre Parents & Carers Group
I report on the accounts for the group for the year ended 30th September 2023, which are set out on pages 3 to 5.
Respective responsibilities of trustees and examiner
The charity's trustees are responsible for the preparation of the accounts. The charity's trustees consider that an audit is not required for this year under section 144(2) of the Charities Act 2011 (the 2011 Act) and that an independent examination is needed.
It is my responsibility to:
examine the accounts under section 145 of the 2011 Act;
to follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity Commission under section 145(5)(b) of the 2011 Act; and
to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions given by the Charity Commission. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts, and seeking explanations from you as trustees concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit and consequently no opinion is given as to whether the accounts present a 'true and fair view' and the report is limited to those matters set out in the statement below.
Independent examiner's statement
In connection with my examination, no matter has come to my attention:
(1) which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:
to keep accounting records in accordance with section 130 of the 2011 Act; and
to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with the accounting requirements of the 2011 Act have not been met; or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Andrew Doherty
For and on behalf of Doherty Associates Ltd Accountants 43 Glenmanus Road Portrush Co. Antrim BT56 8HU
9th November 2023
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Statement of Financial Activities (Including Summary Income & Expenditure Account) for the year ended 30 September 2023
| Notes Incoming Resources Income resources from generated funds Donations & Fundraising Interest received Total incoming resources Resources expended Costs of generating funds: Costs of charitable activities 3 Costs of governance 3 Total resources expended Net income before transfers Transfer between funds Net incoming resources fund balances brought forward Fund balances carried forward |
Unrestricted Funds 2023 £ 805 11 816 (2,153) (180) (2,333) (1,517) - (1,517) 13,083 11,566 |
Restricted Funds 2023 £ - - - - - - - - - 385 385 |
Year Total 2023 £ 805 11 816 (2,153) (180) (2,333) (1,517) - (1,517) 13,468 11,951 |
Year Total 2022 £ 1,573 12 |
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| 1,585 | ||||
| (1,581) (180) |
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| (1,761) | ||||
| (176) | ||||
| - | ||||
| (176) 13,644 |
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| 13,468 |
All of the above results are derived from continuing activities. All gains and losses recognised in the year are included above.
The notes on pages 6 to 8 form an integral part of these financial statements
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Everton Centre Parents & Carers Group Statement of financial position as at 30 September 2023
| Notes Fixed assets Tangible Assets 5 Current assets Bank/building society balances Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 6 Net current assets Net assets Capital and reserves Unrestricted funds 7 Restricted funds 7 General funds |
9,822 | 2023 £ 2,309 9,642 11,951 11,566 385 11,951 |
10,762 | 2022 £ 2,886 10,582 |
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| 180 | 180 | |||
| 13,468 | ||||
| 13,083 385 |
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| 13,468 |
Signed by one or two trustees on behalf of all trustees:
9th November 2023
The notes on pages 6 to 8 form an integral part of these financial statements
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Everton Centre Parents & Carers Group Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2023
1 Accounting policies
1.1. Basis of preparation
The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities: statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS102) issued on 16th july 2014, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102), the Charities Act 2011, and UK Generally Accepted Accounting Practice as it applies from 1st January 2005
The financial statements are prepared on a going concern basis under historical cost convention, modified to include certain items at fair value. The financial statements are prepared in Sterling which is the functional currency of the charity.
The significant accounting policies appllied in the preparation of these financial statements are set out below. These policies have been consistently applied to all years presented unless otherwise stated.
1.2. Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost less residual value of each asset over its expected useful life as follows:
Equipment 20% reducing balance
1.3. Fund Accounting
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity
Designated funds are unrestricted funds earmarked for the trustees for particular purposes
Restricted funds are subjected to restrictions on their expenditure imposed by the donor or through the terms of an appeal.
1.4. Resources
Incoming resources
All incoming resources are included in the SOFA when the charity is legally entitled to the income and the amount can be quantified with reasonable accuracy.
Donations are included as income when they are received. No amounts are included in the financial statements for services donated by volunteers.
| 2 | Net incoming resources for the year | 2023 | 2022 |
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| £ | £ | ||
| Net incoming resources is stated after charging: | |||
| Depreciation and other amounts written off tangible assets | 577 | 722 |
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Everton Centre Parents & Carers Group Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2023
| Unrestricted Funds 2023 £ 3 Total resources expended Costs directly allocated to charitable activities Insurance 279 Donations - Bank charges 32 Activity expenses 1265 Depreciation 577 2153 Governance costs Independent examiner fee 180 2333 |
Restricted Funds 2023 £ - - - - - - |
Year Total 2023 £ 279 - 32 1265 577 1581 180 2333 |
Year Total 2022 £ 279 - 30 550 722 |
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| 1581 | |||
| 180 | |||
| 1761 |
4 Taxation
No liability to UK tax arises on ordianry activities for the year. The company is a registered charity.
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Everton Centre Parents & Carers Group Notes to the Accounts for the year ended 30 September 2023
5 Tangible fixed assets
| Cost At 1 October 2022 Additions Disposals Depreciation At 1 October 2022 Charge for the year On disposals Net book value At 30 September 2023 At 30 September 2022 Other fixed assets 6 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year Accruals 7 Statement of funds Total reserves at 1st October 2022 Total income for the year Total expenditure for the year Total reserves at 30th September 2023 |
Unrestricted reserve account £ 13,083 816 (2,333) 11,566 |
2023 £ 180 Restricted reserve account £ 385 - - 385 |
Equipment £ 5,212 - - 2,326 577 - 2,309 |
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| 2,886 | |||
| 2022 £ 180 |
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| Total £ 13,468 816 (2,333) |
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| - 11,951 |
The general reserve represents the free funds of the charity which are not designated for particular purposes.
The restricted reserve is specifically for staff to hold a previously cancelled fundraising event.
| 8 Analysis of net assets between funds Fund balances at 30th September represented by Tangible fixed assets Current assets Current liabilities Total Net assets |
Unrestricted reserve account £ 2,309 9,437 (180) 11,566 |
Restricted reserve account £ - 385 385 |
Total £ 2,309 9,822 (180) |
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| 11,951 |
The general reserve represents the free funds of the charity which are not designated for particular purposes.
The restricted reserve is specifically for staff to hold a previously cancelled fundraising event.
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