Independent Examiner’s Report to the Charity Trustees of Dundonald Sea Cadets
For the year ended 31 March 2024
Respective Responsibilities of Charity Trustees and Examiner
As the charity’s trustees, you are responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008.
It is my responsibility to:
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Examine the accounts under section 65 of the Charities Act
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Follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Commission under section 65(9)(b) of the Charities Act
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State whether any matters have come to my attention
Basis of Independent Examiner’s Report
I have examined the charity’s accounts as required under section 65 of the Charities Act. My examination was carried out in accordance with the general Directions issued by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland under section 65(9)(b).
The examination included:
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A review of the accounting records kept by the charity
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A comparison of the accounts presented with those records
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Consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts
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Seeking explanations from the charity trustees regarding any such matters
My role is to state whether any material matters have come to my attention giving me cause to believe:
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That accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 63 of the Charities Act
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That the accounts do not accord with those accounting records
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That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
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That further information is needed for a proper understanding of the accounts
Independent Examiner’s Statement
I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters (1) to (4) listed above. In connection with following the Directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, I have found no matters that require drawing to your attention.
Name: Alice Beggs
Address: 2 Richmond Heights Holywood Co. Down
Date: 19 September 2025