ROYAL NAVAL
ASSOCIATION
RNA Form 2- Branch Year End Returns 2024
Note." This Report (RNAform 2) and a copy of the Branch Officials (RNA form 1) should be
forwarded to Central Office alongwith a copy of an Annual Branch Activity Report (RNAform 5).
Copies of each shouLd also be sent to yourArea Secretary afterthe Branch AGM, and
than 30 April 2025.
In accordance with the rules in the Royal Charter, onlythose Branches who have correctly made
their returns and had them accepted by Central Office wilL be eligible to send a representative to
National Conference /AGM.
DO take the time to read through these accompanying notes to ensure that your Branch
Returns are correctly fiLled in and the need for it to be returned to Branch is avoided.
The information that is requested here is to ensure that the RNAand aLI of it's Branches are
operating correctly in accordance with good governance practices and Charity law.
How to fill out this form:
1. Fill in the Branch's Income (Page 3) and calculate overaLI income at the bottom of the page
(Box 3)
a. If there are not enough lines in either tabLe more lines may be added
2. Fill in the Branch's Expenditure (Page 4) and calculate overall expenditure at the bottom of
the page (Box 6)
a. If there are not enough lines in either table then more Lines may be added
3. In the"Branch Funds'table (Page 5)-
a. First fill in the first box with the amount that was carried over from the end of the 2023
returns ('BaLance B/Fwd from 31 December 2023)
b. Next enter'TotaL Branch Income. (from Box 3 on page 3)
c. Next enter'Total Branch Expenditure, (from Box 6 on page 4)
d. Calculate'Balance C/Fwd as at 31 December2024' (Box 7)
4. List the amount of money the Branch has in all accounts / funds I petty cash into the
'Location of aLI Branch Funds, table (page 5) and calculate the figure in Box 8
* Note the figure calculated at Box 7 and the figure entered into Box 8 should be
xactl
the same. If atthis point they are not. then an error has been made somewhere in the
process and due diligence should be followed to check for and correct any mistakes.

5. Details of Bank Accounts, Funds and Investments that are held in the Branch's name are
then to be entered on pages 6&7 as appropriate aLongwith a list of authorised signatories
for the accounts.
a. While it is appreciated thatthis is a new requirement, this is to ensure properoversight
of RNA Branch accounts is in pLace and committees are ensuringthat authorised
signatories are being updated as needed (for example when signatories have crossed
the bar or leftthe branch)
b. If there are not enough tables availabLe, then furthertables can be copied into the
electronic form. or the details supplied on attached paper sheets.
6. Once the Treasurer is satisfied that the accounts have been properly compiLed, they
shouLd be properly scrutinised byan independent person in accordance with Central
Office and Charity Commission guidelines. The level of qualification for scrutiny is
dependent on the final asset balance forthe year (Box 8 on page 5):
a. For Branches with an asset level of less than £10,000: A branch member holding a
professional quaLification or another. suitably qualified, person outside of the branch,
and with no conflict of interest to the Branch.
b. For Branches with an asset Level of more than £10,000. but less than £75,000: a,
suitably qualified, person entirely independentto the Branch in question.
c. For Branches with an asset level of more than £75,000: An independent examination of
the accounts, under Charity Law, conducted by a professional firm of accountants.
d. In alL cases, the person must not be. or be directly related to a committee member.
7. Once audited, the Branch returns should be presented, to the Branch committeefor
signature; and then to the Branch members at the AGM.
8. When all the above points have been addressed, this form should be submitted to Central
Off ice with supporting bank statements.
a. These can either be originaL bank statements, clearLy photocopied or scanned or
screenshots are all acceptable so long as amounts, dates and account details are
clearLy legible.
b. Note, it is "not" necessary to send in a fulL year's worth of bank statements, only ones
that cover the 31 December 2024
9. Anyquestions at alL about filLing in any of the details on this form shouLd in the first case be
addressed to your Area Treasurer or the wider Area committee. In all cases however, the
GSO is available to assist and can offersupport either by email, overthe phone. orvia an
online support call.

Llltransactions, including cash. must be included
BRANCH BALANCE SHEET
AS AT31 DECEMBER 2024
RNA BRANCH
East Antrim
Area
12
Charity
Commission
Number.
105691 (CCNI: 0019150
BRANCH FUNDS
See box 2
in 2023
returns
Balance B/Fwd from 31 December 2023
£1398.66
Add Total Branch Income
(+)
£431.10
Box3
Subtract Total Branch Expenditure
£589.18
Box6
Balance C/Fwd as at 31 December 2024
TOTAL
£1240.58
Box7
*Box7 and Box 8 should agree
LOCATION OF ALL BRANCH FUNDS
Balance in Current Account
£1191.31
Cash in Hand, including Pettycash
£49.27
*Box 7 and Box 8 should agree
TOTAL
£1240.58
Box8
The Balance Sheet is a snapshot of the worth of the Branch at 31 December {FinancialYear End).
It shows what the Branch owns (Bank, Cash etc) and what it owes (e.g. a Loan)
The Income & Expenditure Statements on the previous pages details the items in and out of the
Branch accounts duringthe year.
It therefore explains charitable activity during the year and this information is used in the RNA
report to the Charities Commission.

BRANCH INCOME
FOR YEAR 1 JANUARYTO 31 DECEMBER 2024
RNA BRANCH
East Antrim
Area
12
CHARITABLE GRANTS & DONATIONS RECEIVED BYTHE BRANCH IN 2024
Anon Donation
£15.60
£15.60
Box1
more lines can be added to thistable if required
OTHER BRANCH INCOMEfor 2024
Sale of RNA Slops l Merchandise
Debtors
£0
£0
Bank Interest
£0
Investment Interest
£0
Other Branch Income forthe Year as summarised below:
Branch Fees
£100.00
Branch Ballot
£315.50
TOTAL
£415.50
Box2
more lines can be added to this table if required
TOTAL BRANCH INCOMEfor 2024
Charitable Grants & Donations received in 2024 (from Box 1)
£15.60
From
Box1
From
Box2
Other Income (from Box 2)
£415.50
TOTAL INCOME
£431.10
Box3
"A_lltransactions, includingcash, must be included

BRANCH EXPENDITURE
FOR YEAR 1 JANUARYTO 31 DECEMBER 2024
RNA BRANCH
East Antrim
Area
12
CHARITABLE GRANTS & DONATIONS MADE BYTHE BRANCH IN 2024
£50.00
ti
NBT
£25.00
£25.00
TOTAL
£100.00
Box4
more lines can be added to this table if required
OTHER BRANCH EXPENDITURE for 2024
Life Membership Applications
Certificate of Appreciation Applications
Donations Paid to Area- Capitation 2023 and 2024
Purchases of RNA Slop5 1 Merchandise
£0
£0
£117.00
£0
Cover for Branch Standard (£5 to Central Off ice)
Public Liability Insurance
Pooled Fares to Central Office
£42.18
Creditors
£0
Bank Charges
£0
Other Branch Expenditure forthe Year as summarised below:
Conference 2024 Ballots
£25.00
Branch Social- WRBL Club- preload card
£150.00
Stationery- paper and printer ink
£155.00
TOTAL
£489.18
Box5
more lines can be added to this table it required
TOTAL BRANCH EXPENDITURE for 2024
Charitable Grants & Donations made bythe Branch in 2024(from Box4)
£100.00
From
Box
Fro
Bo
Other Expenditure (from Box 5)
£489.18
TOTAL INCOME
£589.18

Branches that own or lease Buildings or Land
Does your
Branch own
Building.
Yes
No
Name & Address of Building
Who holds the Deeds?
Does your
Branch own
Land?
Yes
No
Location of Land
Who holds the Deeds?
Does your
Branch Lease a
Building.
Yes
How much
peryear
does this
cost?
How many
years
remaining on
the Lease?
Who holds the Lease?
Does your
Branch lease
the Land?
Yes
No
How much
How many
years
remaining on
the Lease?
Who holds the Lease
per year
does this
cost?
Who is responsible for maintenance of the
Property/Land?
Branch
Other (Name)
NIA
Who holds the Public Liability for the Insurance
on your Property/Land?
Branch
Other (Name)
NIA
What is the cost of Depreciation on the Land I
Building
NIA
Does your
Branch rent a
room in a...
Club
RBL
Building
Pub
Other
How much per year does
this cost?
£0.00
Do you employ staff?
Yes
No
Do you hold
Employers Liability.
Yes
No

more tables can be added to this document if required to cover all accounts
Committee Check List before signature:
Balance B/Fwd from 31 December 2023 entered in Branch Funds Box is equivalent to
the amount declared on the 2023 Branch Returns Form last year.
All Income and Expenditure has been correctLy and clearly decLared
All Branch Funds (including all cash) have been declared in the 'Location of Branch
Funds, Table and correlate with bank statements
ALI Bank Account Details are correctLy listed
Bank Statements are avaiLabLe forthe 31" December 2024for each Branch Bank
Account / Investment Fund
Accounts have been correctLy audited relative to point 6 in the guidance
notes and in any case is not one of, or related to any committee member of
the Branch.
BRANCH CHAIRMAN
Name
R. Loughran
Signature
Date
BRANCH SECREfARY
Name
J. Hunter forR. Hodgson (Temp stood down due to cancer
treatment)
Signature
Date
11
BRANCH TREASURER
Name
J. Hunter
Signature
D8te
Iilc
£r

It is important that all donations are in accordance with the RNA'S charitable objects.
*if Branch annual income regularly exceeds £5.000 then you should be registered with the
Charity Commission.
*if your Branch is currently a registered charity but your income from all sources is regularly less
than £5.000. then you should consider de-registering with the Charity Commission. Remove a
charit from the charities re
ister- GOV.UK
www.
ov.uk
Accounts scrutiny (by a competent finance person)
I certify that:
All Branch accounts and supporting records have been scrutinised and. as far as
appears from my scrutiny of these, proper books of accounts have been maintained by the
Branch.
All Bank Statements pertaining to Branch accounts have been witnessed and signed.
The above BaLance Sheet and attached Income & Expenditure Account have been
prepared from the books and records of the Branch. and accordingto the information and
explanations given to me by Branch Officers. and in my opinion, these are in accordance
therewith.
ACCOUNTS SCRUTINY
Name
LAUPA ThLLhJ£iLL
Signature
£ ml4U
Date
1210111£
Qualification
4dwn Is*(ah)/
*Point 6 within the guidance notes atthe beginning of this form details the leveL of scrutinythat
the Branch must adhere to relative to the vaLue of assets (Box 718)

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Account name: EAST ANTRIM BRANCH R N A
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BIC: ABBYGB2LXXX IBAN.. GB71ABBY09066642284352
Statement number.. 01312024
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Date
Description
Previous slalement balance
Credts
Debits
Balance
1.313.31
1,163.31
9th Dec
PAYMENT BY CHEQUE WITH SERIAL NO 022112
FASTER PAYMENTS RECEIPT REF.CASH FROM Hunter
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