2025-07-31-annual-report

Trustees' Annual Report

For the period

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Section A							Reference and administration details
									5th	Carrickfergus							Scout Group
Charity name
Other names	the charity is known by
							NIC103678
Registered charity number (if any)
HQ registration number
Charity’s principal address							146		Craigs Road
							Carrickfergus
													Postcode						B	T	3	8		9	X	A

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Names of the charity trustees who manage the charity

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Dates acted if not
Trustee Name Office (if any)
for whole year
1 David Branagh
2 Leony C. Jordan
3 Ryan Hanratty Chair
4 Robert Connor
5 Jen Ashton Treasurer
6 Orla Humphrey
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Names and addresses of advisers (optional information but encouraged as best practice)
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Type of advisor Name Address

Section B Description of the charity’s trusts Type of governing document (e.g. trust deed, constitution) How the charity is constituted e.g. trust, association, company Trustee selection methods (e.g. appointed by, elected by) Additional governance issues (optional You may choose to include additional information, where relevant, about: Policies and procedures adopted for: a) the induction and training of trustees; b) trustee' consideration of major risks and the systems and procedures to manage them	Structure, governance and management	Structure, governance and management
		The Group's governing documents are those of the The Scout Association. They consist of a Royal Charter, which in turn gives authority to the Bye Laws of the Association and The Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
		The Group is a trust established under its rules which are common to all Scouts.
		The Trustees are appointed in accordance with the Policy, Organisation and Rules of The Scout Association.
	i	nformation but encouraged as best practice)
		The Group is managed by the Group Executive Committee, the members of which are the ‘Charity Trustees’ of the Scout Group which is an educational charity. As charity trustees they are responsible for complying with legislation applicable to charities. This includes the registration, keeping proper accounts and making returns to the Charity Commission as appropriate. The Committee consists of Chair and Treasurer together with the Group Scout Leaders, individual section leaders (if opted to take on the responsibility) and parent’s representation and meets every 6 months. Members of the Executive Committee complete_'Essential_ _Information for Executive Committee'_training within the first 5 months of joining the committee. This Group Executive Committee exists to support the Group Scout Leader in meeting the responsibilities of the appointments and is responsible for: The maintenance of Group property; The raising of funds and the administration of Group finance; The insurance of persons, property and equipment; Group public occasions; Assisting in the recruitment of leaders and other adult support; Appointing any sub committees that may be required; Appointing Group Administrators and Advisors other than those who are elected.

Section B	Structure, governance and management (continued)	Structure, governance and management (continued)	Structure, governance and management (continued)
		Risk and Internal Control The group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss.
Section C		Objectives and activities
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document		The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. The Values of Scouting As Scouts we are guided by these values: Integrity -We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy and loyal. Respect -We have self-respect and respect for others. Care -We support others and take care of the world in which we live. Belief -We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes. Co-operation -We make a positive difference; we co- operate with others and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults, work together based on the values of Scouting and: - enjoy what they are doing and have fun - take part in activities indoors and outdoors - learn by doing - share in spiritual reflection - take responsibility and make choices - undertake new and challenging activities - make and live by their Promise.
Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects
		Outdoor ativities, including camps, character building games, visits to local places of interest. Indoor activities including learning about other countries, making things and indoor games.

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Section B	Structure, governance and management (continued)	Structure, governance and management (continued)	Structure, governance and management (continued)
		Risk and Internal Control The group has in place systems of internal controls that are designed to provide reasonable assurance against material mismanagement or loss.
Section C		Objectives and activities
Summary of the objects of the charity set out in its governing document		The Purpose of Scouting Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. The Values of Scouting As Scouts we are guided by these values: Integrity -We act with integrity; we are honest, trustworthy and loyal. Respect -We have self-respect and respect for others. Care -We support others and take care of the world in which we live. Belief -We explore our faiths, beliefs and attitudes. Co-operation -We make a positive difference; we co- operate with others and make friends. The Scout Method Scouting takes place when young people, in partnership with adults, work together based on the values of Scouting and: - enjoy what they are doing and have fun - take part in activities indoors and outdoors - learn by doing - share in spiritual reflection - take responsibility and make choices - undertake new and challenging activities - make and live by their Promise.
Summary of the main activities in relation to these objects
		Outdoor ativities, including camps, character building games, visits to local places of interest. Indoor activities including learning about other countries, making things and indoor games.

Additional details of the objectives and activities (optional information but encouraged as best practice)

Youmay chooseto include further statements, where relevant, about: • policy on grantmaking; • contribution made by volunteers; • policy on investments. Public benefit statement	Youmay chooseto include further statements, where relevant, about: • policy on grantmaking; • contribution made by volunteers; • policy on investments. Public benefit statement
		The Group meets the Charity Commission's public benefit criteria under both the advancement of education and the advancement of citizenship or community development headings.
Section D		Achievements and performance
Summary of the main achievements of Beavers - Consistent numbers. Varied programme. Highlight was Beaver Rally day. Activities including grass sledding and ice cream!. Most beavers have continued on into the cub section in September 2025. Cubs: Large numbers of cubs. many and varied activities including learning to cooking on hike stoves, water challenge. Many cubs attended the joint cub/scout camp at Greenhill YMCA over the summer break. Activities included tag-archery, t-shirt printing and bush crafts. Scouts: Increasing numbers - large range of activities. Many Scouts attended the joint cub/scout camp at Greenhill YMCA. the charity during the year
		Beavers - Consistent numbers. Varied programme. Highlight was Beaver Rally day. Activities including grass sledding and ice cream!. Most beavers have continued on into the cub section in September 2025. Cubs: Large numbers of cubs. many and varied activities including learning to cooking on hike stoves, water challenge. Many cubs attended the joint cub/scout camp at Greenhill YMCA over the summer break. Activities included tag-archery, t-shirt printing and bush crafts. Scouts: Increasing numbers - large range of activities. Many Scouts attended the joint cub/scout camp at Greenhill YMCA.

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Section E	Financial Review	Financial Review	Financial Review
Brief statement of the charity’s policy on reserves Quantify and explain any designations Details of any funds materially in deficit (circumstances plus steps to eliminate) Further financial review details (optional Youmay chooseto include additional information, where relevant, about: • the charity’s principal sources of funds (including any fundraising); • how expenditure has supported the key objectives of the charity; • investment policy and objectives		Reserves Policy The Group's policy on reserves is to hold sufficient resources to continue the charitable activities of the group should income and fundraising activities fall short.
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		Investment Policy The Group does not have sufficient funds to invest in longer term investments. The Group has therefore adopted a risk averse strategy to the investment of its funds. All funds are held in cash using only mainstream banks or building societies.
Section F		Other Optional Information

Plans for future periods (details of any significant activities planned to achieve them)

Section Section G G Declaration Declaration

The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above The trustees declare that they have approved the trustees’ report above Signed on behaif of the charity's trustees Signed on behalf of the charity’s trustees signatures) Signature(s) L[Zn, Aa | Fullname(s) L€v4 Navigtr| Full name(s) Position (eg Secretary, Chair) |_CH4/ Position (eg Secretary, Chair) Dae Date [Zi D silts D M M [2is Y Y |