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2024-12-31-accounts

Charity registration number NIC108149

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

ANNUAL REPORT AND UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

LEGAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION

Trustees

Mr D Brown Mr C Waugh Mr D McCracken Mr D Steele Mr A Browne OBE Mr K McIlwaine Mr J McClaughlin Mr A McAvoy MBE Mr C McGuire

(Appointed 3 February 2025)

Charity number NIC108149 Principal address 112-114 Hamilton Road Bangor Co Down BT20 4LQ Independent examiner GMcG BELFAST Alfred House 19 Alfred Street Belfast BT2 8EQ

Bankers Danske Bank Donegall Square West Belfast Down BT1 6JS

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

CONTENTS

Page
Trustees' report 1 - 4
Independent examiner's report 5 - 6
Statement of financial activities 7
Balance sheet 8
Notes to the financial statements 9 - 17

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

TRUSTEES' REPORT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

The trustees present their annual report and financial statements of Hamilton Road Baptist Church (''the Church'') for the year ended 31 December 2024.

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies set out in note 1 to the financial statements and comply with the charity's constitution, the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008 and "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)" (effective 1 January 2019).

Objectives and activities

The Church acknowledges the headship of Jesus Christ over His Church and exists to glorify the triune God by maintaining and promoting His worship both individually and corporately.

The Church holds regular services for public worship, prayer, Bible study, preaching and teaching for all age groups, and provides pastoral care to the members of the Church through visitation, support and prayer. The Church organises meetings and events that promote our charitable purpose and participates in the life of the local community. Support is given to other Christian organisations and charities, locally and overseas, through volunteering, financial gifts and prayer.

The trustees have complied with their duty to have due regard to the public benefit guidance issued by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland.

The trustees have paid due regard to guidance issued by the Charity Commission in deciding what activities the charity should undertake.

Achievements and performance

The Church is committed to the spiritual, emotional and social wellbeing of all those engaging with the Church’s ministry. This ministry is open to all members of the general public as well as those who join the Church in membership.

At the end of the year church membership was 313 (2023 - 314). Average attendances on a Sunday morning exceeded 300 and on Sunday evenings there were between 100 and 200 people, depending on the programme being run. Pastor McIlwaine (full-time) and Pastor McClaughlin (part time) have continued to pastor the church together with Associate Pastor McGuire. Pastor McClaughlin continues in his role as Principal of The Irish Baptist College.

Sunday services are supplemented by a wide range of other activities depending on a large number of volunteers who ensure their safe and effective organisation. For adults, these include:

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

The Church offers Christian teaching to all ages and seeks to show practical expressions of Christian belief in the local community by providing assistance to those experiencing hardship, ill health, bereavement and in old age. This work includes:

The Church also contributes to the education of children and young people through its own programmes and support for other like-minded agencies locally and overseas.

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Financial review

The results for the year are set out in detail on pages 7 to 17.

The Church recorded a net expenditure for the year of £69,827 (In 2023 the Church had net income of £15,669).

At the year end cash at bank and in hand was £32,178 (2023 - £74,014).

At 31 December 2024, the total funds of the church amounted to £1,260,449 (2023 - £1,330,276). Closing unrestricted funds at 31 December 2024 were £1,259,401 (2023 - £1,329,228). This includes designated funds of £1,206,117 (2023 - £1,241,211).

Closing restricted reserves of £1,048 represents funds held in relation to the Mission fund.

Reserves

The trustees have established a policy whereby the income of Hamilton Road Baptist Church should be expended for its objectives at the earliest possible time.

Notwithstanding this, it is considered prudent that additional resources in the region of £60,000 are required to cover ongoing expenditure and should be held in general funds. General funds at 31 December 2024 amount to £53,284.

Structure, governance and management

The trustees who served during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were: Mr D Brown

Mr C Waugh Mr D McCracken Mr D Steele Mr A Browne OBE Mr K McIlwaine Mr J McClaughlin Mr A McAvoy MBE Mr C McGuire (Appointed 3 February 2025)

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH TRUSTEES. REPORT (CONTINUED FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024 The Church Constilulion. a9reed at the Church AGM in March 2018, defines the re5pon5ibililies, powers and proceedings ol the Church trustees The Iruslees normally meet three lo four times a year and comprise the church elders. paslors, secretary and Ireasurer They serve ex officio and their appointment Is subj'ect lo a ballot vole by church members. The pastors and elders also havé responsibility for the spiritual life of thé church and mèel al least once monthly, They are assisted by the deacons, who have responsibility for day-lo.day practical malters and they meét together th the church paslors and elders. as the church officers, al leasl six times each year. Eldefsldeacons and Ministry Group leaders meel several times per year as a 'Le8dership Cohort" to augment knowledge and skills in a church conlexl. All appointments and significant ilems of church business, including Ihe budget and expendilufe, are submrtted lo gener81 meetings of the church membership. ol which there are three in the year. The Conslilulion also provides for special meetings to be convened in certain circumstanc&s Contrlbutlon of Volunteers The Church relies on the voluntary 5UPPOrt of 115 members and adherents. Wilhoul this support many ol the church activities would be unable lo operate. 1115 not possible lo plate a monetary value on this voluntary support and. as such Il has not been recognised in the slalemenl of Financial Aclivilies Future Plans The Church will continue as before, promoting the Christi8n faith, providing poverty relief and the advancement ol educalion locally and gtfybally. In pursuil of this Ihe 'le8dership cohort. will continue lo engage in On9￿n9 trainin9 and receNe supwrt lo more effectively lead organisalions In the Church Localty. wrthin the thurch facilitie5 we plan to 51rengihen ouf extensive ran9e of programmes lor people ol all ages already associated with the church and In our wider community These will conlinue under the headings of"Galher, Grow and Go" We plan lo run events such as 'Wesl End Has Faith,, and a '3 2 1 Course, lo help people In the comM￿ltY explore faith Outside ol Ihe church facilities. we plan lo ¢onlinue lo engage with 8nd supporl schools in our city In ways that they deem appropriate such as partcipating ￿n assemblles and other ways they con51der helplul. In pursuit ol this one of our pastors has joined the Board of Governois ol a local school We hope lo run our community BBQ again In the grounds of a local school We plan lo renew financial and praciical support lo a church in Kircubbin. Globally, we plan lo increase our level of financial support wllh existing partners and lo add lo these projects In Paris and Spain. We aim lo supporl members and others going on short term teams. As in previous years, we ￿11 react lo glob81 needs as they are made known lo us as resourts5 permit and through 'special" offerings. The trustees. report was approved by the Board ol Trustees. racken Mr A McAvoy MBE Trustee Trustee Date i i- r¥l ARC44 J o 15

CHARTBRED ACCOLINTANTS HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT TO THE TRUSTEES OF HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH I report to the trustees on my examination of the financial statements of Hamilton Road Baptist Chuich (th• charity) for the year ended 31 December 2024. R•#pon81bllltl￿ and ba818 ol rnport As the charity's trustees you are responsible for the PTepafation of Ihe accounts in a¢cordanc& with the Charllie8 Act (Northem lieland) 2008. It Is my rèsponsibilty to.. examine the accounts under section 65 of the Charities Act follow the procedures laid down in the general Dlrections given by the Commlssion under section 65(9)(b> of the Chafllles Act state whether particulai matters have cKJme to my attontion. I have examlned your charity accounts as required undef section 65 of the Charllies Act and my examinatlon was carried oul in accordance wilh Ihe general Directions 9lven by the Charity Comml$slon for Northern Ireland under section 65(9)(b) of Ihe Charities Act. My 8xamination included a revlew of th• accounting records kepi by Ihe charity and a ¢omparlson of the accounts presented with Ihose records. 11 also included consideratlon of any unusual items or disc408ures in the accounts, and seeking explanation8 from you as charity trustees conc8fning any such matters. My role Is to state whether any malèrial matters have come to my attention giving me cause to believe.. 1. That accounting records were nol kept in accordance wilh section 63 of the Charltles Act 2. That Ihe accounts do not accord with those accounting records 3. That Ihe accounts do not comply with the accounkn'ng requirement8 of the Charilles Act 4. Thal there is further infoTmation needed for a proper understandlng of thè accounts to be reached. Alfred HoM8e 19 ￿fred Street BELFASTBT2 8EQ DK3910 NR Belfa8t 50 Century H(nise 40 Crescent Biisiness Park LISIIUiiN B'f28 2GN IT fv18EJdeville Street E¥)RTADOWN Craigavon sf62 3PB Tel: +44 (0)28 9031 1113 FLY: +44 (0)28 9031 07n Tel.. +44 (0)28 9260 7355 Fax: +44 {0)28 9260 1656 Tel: +44 (0)28 3833 2801 -44 (0)28 3835 0293 GML¢is D trndI￿r￿mt￿GwGrthJpurythed. Re8KTr.. NIosy66￿llSIolD￿e￿ortbv71lbIr￿tRWe[a￿otsr<

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH INDEPENDENT EXAMINER'S REPORT (CONTINUED) TO THE TRUSTEES OF HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH Indepondent examlnerf8 Statement Since your charity's gross income exceeded £250,000 your examiner must b8 a m8mb8r of a listed body. I can nfirm that l am qualified to undertake Ihe 8xamination because l am a register8d m8mber of Chartered Ac¢ounlants I￿land, which is one of the listed bodies. I have completed my examinallon and have no concems in respe￿ of the matter5 {1) lo (4) listed above and, in conneciion with following the Directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, I have lound no matters that requlie drawlng to your attention. Mr Nlgel FCA for and on bohalf of GMCG Bolfast Alfred House 19 Alfred Street Belfast 8T2 8EQ

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES INCLUDING INCOME AND EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2024
2024
Notes
£
£
Income from:
Donations and legacies
2
391,693
-
Investments
3
746
-
Total income
392,439
-
Expenditure on:
Charitable activities
4
462,266
-
Total expenditure
462,266
-
Net income/(expenditure) and
movement in funds
(69,827)
-
Reconciliation of funds:
Fund balances at 1 January
2024
1,329,228
1,048
Fund balances at 31
December 2024
1,259,401
1,048		 Total
Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2024
2023
2023
£
£
£
391,693
411,434
-
746
677
-
392,439
412,111
-
462,266
395,032
1,410
462,266
395,032
1,410
(69,827)
17,079
(1,410)
1,330,276
1,312,149
2,458
1,260,449
1,329,228
1,048		 Total
2023
£
411,434
677
412,111
396,442
396,442
15,669
1,314,607
1,330,276

The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year. All income and expenditure derive from continuing activities.

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH BALANCE SHEET AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024 2024 2023 Notes Fixed a$$ets Tangible assets 1.210,698 1,249. 175 Current assets Oeblors Cash al bank and In hand 11 24,386 32.178 18,770 74,014 56,564 92,784 Creditors: amounts falling dug within one year 12 16,8131 111,6831 Net current assets 49.751 81.101 Tolal assets less current liabilltles 1.260,449 1,330.276 Net assets excludlng penslon Ilablllty 1,280,449 1.330.276 The funds of the charlty Reslricled income funds Unre51ii¢led funds 14 18 1,048 1,259,401 1.048 1.329,228 1,260,449 1.330,276 The financial slalèmenls were appfoved by Ihe Iruslees on II" 1025 Mr A McAvty M8E Trustee

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1 Accounting policies

Charity information

Hamilton Road Baptist Church is an unincorporated charity and governed by its Constitution and Rules.

1.1 Accounting convention

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's constituion, the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008, FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the Charities SORP "Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102)" (effective 1 January 2019). The charity is a Public Benefit Entity as defined by FRS 102.

The charity has taken advantage of the provisions in the SORP for charities not to prepare a Statement of Cash Flows.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the charity. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

1.2 Going concern

At the time of approving the financial statements, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Thus the trustees continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.3 Charitable funds

Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.

Restricted funds are subject to specific conditions by donors or grantors as to how they may be used. The purposes and uses of the restricted funds are set out in the notes to the financial statements.

1.4 Income

Income is recognised when the charity is legally entitled to it after any performance conditions have been met, the amounts can be measured reliably, and it is probable that income will be received.

Cash donations are recognised on receipt. Other donations are recognised once the charity has been notified of the donation, unless performance conditions require deferral of the amount. Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.

Legacies are recognised on receipt or otherwise if the charity has been notified of an impending distribution, the amount is known, and receipt is expected. If the amount is not known, the legacy is treated as a contingent asset.

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1 Accounting policies (Continued)

1.5 Expenditure

Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement, and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.

Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges are allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.

1.6 Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Freehold land and buildings 2% straight line Fixtures and fittings 25% straight line

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in the statement of financial activities.

1.7 Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting end date, the charity reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any).

1.8 Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.

1.9 Financial instruments

The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.

Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1 Accounting policies (Continued)

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of operations from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the charity’s contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

1.10 Employee benefits

The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.

Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the charity is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.

1.11 Retirement benefits

Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.

2 Income from donations and legacies

Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2024 2023
£ £
Donations and gifts 391,693 411,434
3 Income from investments
Unrestricted Unrestricted
funds funds
2024 2023
£ £
Interest receivable 746 677

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

4 Expenditure on charitable activities

Church Church
activities activities
2024 2023
£ £
Direct costs
Staff costs 172,578 152,941
Depreciation and impairment 41,484 43,050
Pulpit supply 1,620 2,660
Adult fellowships - 2,356
Catering 8,162 14,973
Church events 12,981 9,828
Community 106 -
Evangelism 2,618 -
Fellowship fund 8,645 10,135
Lighthouse 1,462 1,750
Missions 72,638 60,763
Special gifts - 7,832
Youth work 9,679 6,191
Church literature 3,085 4,488
Association support 32,191 17,046
Pastoral expenses 28,970 16,306
396,219 350,319
Share of support and governance costs (see note 5)
Support 63,049 41,217
Governance 2,998 4,906
462,266 396,442
Analysis by fund
Unrestricted funds 462,266 395,032
Restricted funds - 1,410
462,266 396,442

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

5
Support costs allocated to activities
Utilities
Advert/printing & stationery
Repairs & improvements
Cleaning
Bank fees
Insurances
Office
Telephone
Miscellaneous
Development interest
Governance costs
Analysed between:
Church activities
6
Net movement in funds
The net movement in funds is stated after charging/(crediting):
Fees payable for the independent examination of the charity's financial
statements
Depreciation of owned tangible fixed assets		 2024
£
20,570
690
20,129
3,700
1,101
4,538
6,143
1,138
5,040
-
2,998
66,047
66,047
2024
£
2,100
41,484		 2023
£
20,156
439
7,048
3,796
961
3,617
5,796
737
(1,525)
192
4,906
46,123
46,123
2023
£
2,100
43,050

7 Trustees

In accordance with the Constitution of the Church the Pastors also act as trustees. During the year, 1 (2023 - 2) trustee received remuneration of £46,999 (2023 - £71,228) and 3 trustees (2023 - 4) were reimbursed expenses totalling £9,528 (2023 - £16,714). No remuneration was paid in respect of services as trustee.

8 Employees

The average monthly number of employees during the year was:

2024 2023
Number Number
Pastors 2 2
Ministry & pastoral support 4 4
Admin 1 1
Property 1 1
Total 8 8

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

8 Employees (Continued)

Employment costs
Wages and salaries
Social security costs
Other pension costs		 2024
£
155,279
7,485
9,814
172,578		 2023
£
140,902
4,188
7,851
152,941

There were no employees whose annual remuneration was more than £60,000.

9 Taxation

The charity is exempt from income tax and capital gains tax to the extent that its income and gains are applied for charitable purposes. No tax charge has arisen in the year.

10 Tangible fixed assets

Freehold land
and buildings
Fixtures and
fittings
£
£
Cost
At 1 January 2024
1,565,358
58,640
Additions
-
3,007
At 31 December 2024
1,565,358
61,647
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 January 2024
332,792
42,031
Depreciation charged in the year
31,307
10,177
At 31 December 2024
364,099
52,208
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2024
1,201,259
9,439
At 31 December 2023
1,232,566
16,609		 Total
£
1,623,998
3,007
1,627,005
374,823
41,484
416,307
1,210,698
1,249,175

Northern Baptist Corporation Limited, a charitable company registered in Northern Ireland, acts as the property holding trustee for the church.

11 Debtors
2024 2023
Amounts falling due within one year: £ £
Prepayments and accrued income 24,386 18,770

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

12
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Accruals and deferred income
13
Retirement benefit schemes
Defined contribution schemes
Charge to profit or loss in respect of defined contribution schemes		 2024
£
6,813
2024
£
9,814		 2023
£
11,683
2023
£
7,851

The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme for all qualifying employees. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the charity in an independently administered fund.

14 Restricted funds

The restricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants held on trust subject to specific conditions by donors as to how they may be used.

At 1 January Resources At 31
2024 expended December
2024
£ £ £
One off mission giving 1,048 - 1,048
Previous year: At 1 January Resources At 31
2023 expended December
2023
£ £ £
Lighthouse 1,410 (1,410) -
One off mission giving 1,048 - 1,048
2,458 (1,410) 1,048

Explanatory notes to the funds

Lighthouse: This is funds received that are to be used for the running of the Sunday school.

One of mission giving: This relates to specific funds raised on a one off basis for specific Missions or Missionaries or other Christian or community activities.

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

15 Unrestricted funds

The unrestricted funds of the charity comprise the unexpended balances of donations and grants which are not subject to specific conditions by donors and grantors as to how they may be used. These include designated funds which have been set aside out of unrestricted funds by the trustees for specific purposes.

At
Fellowship fund
Building asset fund
General funds
Previous year:
At
Fellowship fund
Building asset fund
General funds		 1 January
2024
Incoming
resources
Resources
expended
£
£
£
8,645
4,836
(8,645)
1,232,566
-
(31,308)
88,017
387,603
(422,313)
1,329,228
392,439
(462,266)
1 January
2023
Incoming
resources
Resources
expended
£
£
£
18,780
-
(10,135)
1,252,313
11,427
(31,174)
41,056
400,684
(353,723)
1,312,149
412,111
(395,032)		 Transfers
At 31
December
2024
£
£
23
4,859
-
1,201,258
(23)
53,284
-
1,259,401
Transfers
At 31
December
2023
£
£
-
8,645
-
1,232,566
-
88,017
-
1,329,228		 Transfers
At 31
December
2024
£
£
23
4,859
-
1,201,258
(23)
53,284
-
1,259,401
Transfers
At 31
December
2023
£
£
-
8,645
-
1,232,566
-
88,017
-
1,329,228
1,329,228

Explanatory notes to the funds

Fellowship fund: This relates to funds used for Pastoral care of individuals including hardship, illness, unemployment etc.

Building asset fund: This relates to the church buildings and any future building projects that may be proposed.

16 Analysis of net assets between funds

Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2024
2024
£
£
At 31 December 2024:
Tangible assets
1,210,698
-
Current assets/(liabilities)
48,703
1,048
1,259,401
1,048		 Total
2024
£
1,210,698
49,751
1,260,449

HAMILTON ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

16 Analysis of net assets between funds (Continued)

Unrestricted
Restricted
funds
funds
2023
2023
£
£
At 31 December 2023:
Tangible assets
1,249,175
-
Current assets/(liabilities)
80,053
1,048
1,329,228
1,048		 Total
2023
£
1,249,175
81,101
1,330,276

17 Operating lease commitments

Lessee

At the reporting end date the charity had outstanding commitments for future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases, which fall due as follows:

Within one year
Between two and five years		 2024
£
252
-
252		 2023
£
757
252
1,009

18 Related party transactions

There were no disclosable related party transactions during the year (2023 - none), other than trustees' remuneration as disclosed in note 7.