North West Cultural Partnership
Company Llmited by Guarantee
Trustees. Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report)
Year ended 31 March 2024
The trustees, who are also the directors for the purposes of company law, present their report and the
unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2024.
Reference and adminlstrative detalls
Reglstered Charlty name
North West Cultural Partnership
Charity registration number
106022-0
Company reglstratlon number N1640622
Prlnclpal offlce and reglstered 20-22 Hawkin Street
offlce
Londonderry
BT48 6RE
The trustees
Mr K McFarland
H Deeney
K Donaghey
L Hetherlnglon
J Magowan
Independant examlner
Keith McElhinney
42A Clooney Terrace
Walerslde
Londonderry
BT47 8AP
Structurei governance and management
The charlty Is a company limited by guarantee, which was incorporated on 5th September 2016. The
company 18 governed by its Memorandum and Articles of Associatlon, whlch were signed on 12th
August 2016 on behalf of the first members ofthe charily. The charity is managed by the trustees, who
are also Ihe dlrectors for the purposes of company law. They meet throughout the year in order to
manage the activities of the charity. They are elected by members at the Annual General Meeting.

North West Cultural Partnership
Company Limlted by Guarantee
Trustees. Annual Report (Incorporating the Dlrector's Report) (conllnued)
Year ended 31 March 2024
ObjectlV8s and actlvltles
The Charity's objects ("Objects") are to:_
(1) Promote for the public benefit community participalion in arts and cultural activities in the Fountaln
estate and surrounding areas (the "area of benefit") by: (i) providing and managing facilities for the
education and training of people of all ages in music, drama, performing and creative arts,. (11)
slimulating artlstic creativity through the provision of facilities and support for artistic expression., and
(iii) providing access to a range of art forms and performance opportunities.
(2) Advance public education by encouraglng and fost8ring enhanced understanding, appreciation and
enjoyment of arts and culture through the production, development and promotion of concerts,
performances, festivals and cultural events.
3) Promote citizenship and social inclusion through involvement in communlty 8rts in communllies that
face deprlvation or other disadvantage and in particular.. (i) provide support and organise activities
which develop the skllls, capacities and capabilities of young people to enable them to participate in
society as mature and responsible individuals., {ii) engage with a range of age groups within the area
of benefit in a manner whlch $88ks to bring change within communitles and also within the lives of of
individu81s,' (iii) encourage soclally excluded individuals and communllies to explor8 social issues
through drama and other art forms.
(4) Advance community development by providing facilrties and practical support to comrnunlty and
voluntary groups and organisalions that are or intend to be involved in communlty arts actlvities so as
to increase their efficiency and effe¢liveness and to encourage such groups and organisations to
co-operate to achleve their aims.
In ord8r to achieve the 8bove objectives the charily's 8ctivltles include
Improvino facilities - The charity continues to work towards provldlng stale of the art facilitles, for the
benefit of the local community. The development of New Gate Arts & Culture Centre is therefore
priority for the charity.
Education and tralning - The charity delivers music, dance, drama and other creative arts luition on a
weekly basis. Additlonal Iraining is provided if and when a need is identified. Aiding the development
of skills, capacities and capabilities.
Festivals and events the charity delivers the New Gate Fringe Festlval, as well as a number of
smaller events each year, encouragSng communlty participatlon in the arts, in an area that suffers from
deprivation.
Older peoples programrne - the charity delivers a programme of events for older people who are most
at risk of 80cial isolation.
Communty relations - the charty is involved in an array of actlvlties aimed at bullding under8tandlng
and reconeiliatlon within and between communitles that suffer a8 a result of divi8ion and mlstrust.
The charity have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission In declding what
activities the charity Should undertake.

North West Cultural Partnership
Company Limited by Guarantee
Trustees. Annual Report (Incorporating the Director's Report) fcontlnuedj
Year ended 31 March 2024
Achlevements and performance
This a been a very important year in the development of the North West Cultural Partnership. We have
outlined our vision for the future,. developing a new 5 year Strategy Plan laying the road map for our
future development. Our vision is to build a future of Confident, creative, and connected people. We
will achieve our vision by engaging and developing individuals and communities through innovative
arts, creative programmes, and civic leadership. Our priorities are to help people create, help people
grow, and help amplify voices. To do this we will ensure the partnership is stronger and more
sustainable. New Gate Arts & Culture Centre reopened after significant renovation and extension. It is
new vibrant arts venue and facility in the heart of Londonderry. It has enabled us to provide a range
of cultural programmes & events throughout the year including theatre, music & dance 8$ well as
engaging creative learning opportunities. New Gate Arts & Culture Cenlre has been designed wilh
flexibility In mind, making it one of the most versatile arts venues in the northwest. Our classes,
workshops, talks, tours, performances and events continued throughout the year and we were
delighted to move these into the stunning New Gate Arts & Culture Centre in the later half of the year.
The Peace Impact and Community In Partnership Programmes have continued to help bring about
change in communities., further developing links with other communities and extending the reach of
the North West Cultural Partnership. The 3-week Path to Peace Programme that we d8veloped in
partnership with Hofstra University was a great success with students and members of the publlc
engaging in debates, talks, trips and informal conversations. In addition our Older Peoples programme
has provided older people with opportunities to attend sccial events and learn new skills. reducing
Isolation and improving their physical and mental wellbeing. Standout events include a performance at
10 Downing Street for the Prime Minister and our Halloween performance. The Halloween
performance was the first event in our new building and attracted an audience of 20,000 people over 3
nights. Finally, we were thrilled when our colleague Derek Moore was recognised in the Honour Ll8t,
being awarded an MBE for services to the community.
Flnanclal revlew
The resu118 for the year are set out on the following pages
The charity had a surplus for the year of £456 (2023- Deficit £3,284)and at 31 March 2024 the charity
had net assets of £186,608 (2023: £188,153)
Plans for future periods
It is th8 policy of the charity that unrestricted funds whlch have not been designated for a specific use
should be mainlained at a level equivalent to 6 monlh's expendlture. The charity considers that
reserves at this level will ensure that, In the event of a significant drop in funding, they will be able lo
continue the charity's activities while consideration is given to ways in which additional funds may be
raised.
Small company provlslons
This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to cornpanies entitled to
the small companies exemption.

North West Cultural Partnership
Company Limited by Guarantee
Trustees, Annual Report {Incorporatlng the Directorfs Report) (contlnuedj
Year ended 31 March 2024
The trustees, annual report was approved on 18 March 2025 and slgned on behalf of the board of
trustees by..
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H Deeney
Trustee