Londonderry Bands Forum
Financial Ststements and Trustees Report
For the Year ended 31st March 2024
KEITH MCELHINNEY & Co.
CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
CHARTERED TAX ADVISER
42A Clwney Terra￿ , Waterside , Londondery , BT47 6AP
Phone . 02871313330 , Fax .' 02871313330 . evrroil .' krrc£lhinney@btconnecLcom

Trustees Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2024
The Trustees of The Londonderry Bands Forum are pleased to present their report for the year
ended 31 March 2024.
Purpose5 and Activities of the Charity
The Forum is established "to challenge and communicate at all levels" Going forward our aims are
still relevant in the ongoing peace process and our partnerships with others has expanded our remit
outside Londonderry. This is evident in our monthly Board reports and the Quarterly reports to
funder5.
Main Achlevements in the year
The Londonderry Bands Forum has had a remarkable year, marked by significant achievements and
enhanced performance across various areas. This report outlines our key accomplishments and the
progress made in promoting the work of bands and their members.
Leadership Tran5itTon
New Coordinator.. Mr. Andrew Lynch was appointed as the new coordinator, succeeding Mr.
Stephen Porter. This transition has been smooth. with Mr. Lynch bringing fresh perspectives
and energy to the role.
Engagement and Outreach
Increased Participation= Our meetings have seen a notable increase in attendance, reflecting
improved engagement from the bands.
Diverse Outreach-. We have successfully engaged with groups from diverse backgrounds and
cultures, promoting inclusivity and the work of bands across the communitv.
Collaboration with Authorities.. Continued collaboration with relevant authorities on
parading and other i55ues has strengthened our position and influence.
Banding Artivities
Return to Full Activities: This year marked a full return to banding activities, with both new
and returning members joining the bands. This resurgence has been encouraging and bodes
well tor the future.
Positive Outlook: The end of the year ha5 seen a positive trend in membership, with old and
new member5 artively participating.
Funding and Development
Secured Fundin8: We have secured funding forthe coordinator position for another two
years. This financial stability will support the development and promotion of the bands over
this period.
Development Inltiative5.' The secured funding will enable us to implement various
development initiatives aimed at enhancing the skills and visibility of our bands.
Conclu51on The period from April 1, 2023. to March 31, 2024, has been a year of growth and positive
change for the Londonderry Bands Forum. With increased engagement, successful outreach. and
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secured funding. we are well-positioned to continue our mission of promoting the work of bands
and their members
Public Benefit Statement
The Trustees of The Londonderry Bands Forum confirm that they have complied with their duty
under section 17 {51 of the Charities Act 2011 to have regard to the Charity Commission's guidance
on public benefit and that the public benefit requirement has informed the activitie5 of the Society
in the year to 31 March 2024.
Review of Financial position as at 31 March 2024
The Charity had excess payments over receipts for the year to 31 March 2024 of £6,61612023.'
surplus £14,001).
As at 31 March 2024 the Charity had no funds in material deficit
No funds are held by the charity as a custodian trustee
Trustee Selection and Management
The Charity is managed by an Executive Committee which con5i5ts of all the appointed trustees, and
the selection of any new Trustees is dealt with by that Committee.
The following served as Trustees and Committee Members of the Charity throughout the year to 31
March 2024, and were also Trustees and Committee Members as at the date of approval of this
Report
Trustees
Kenneth McF3rland
Ryan Simpson
Joanne Smyth Evans
Darren Milligan
Committee members
Tim Cairns
David Campbell
Gordon Porter
Brian Dougherty
This Report was approved on 9 September 2024 and signed on behalf of the Trustees by
Ryan Simpson, Chairperson
The Londonderry Bands Forum
Principal Address and Registered Office Address:
Noriliern Ireland Charity Number=
108021
2-4 Kennedy Place, Londonderry, BT48 6RF
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