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Company Registration Number:N1680061
Charity Number: NIC108458
The Pantry Newcastle Limited
(Company Limited by Guarantee)
Annual Report and Financial Statements
Year Ended 31 March 2025
KPS Chartered Accountants
Chartered Tax Advisers
Registered Auditors
50a Main Street
Newcastle
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The Pantry Newcastle Limited
Financial Statements
Year Ended 31 March 2025
Contents
Page
Charity Reference and Administrative Details
Trustee's Annual Report
Independent Examinerfs Report
Statement of Financial Activities
Balance Sheet
10
Notes to the Financial Statements
11-14

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The Pantry Newcastle Limited
Charity Reference and Administrative Details
Year Ended 31 March 2025
Charity registration number
NIC108458
Company registration number
N1680061
Trustees
Jennrfer Jane Elizabeth Maccabe
Patricia Mary Rooney
Vivienne Quinn
John O'Neill
Maggie Burch (appointed 0410612024)
Michael Gordon (appointed 0410612024)
Gary Campbell Law (appointed 0410612024)
Karen Helena Law lappoinled 0410612024)
Bryan McNulty (appointed 0410612024)
Registered Office
37 Central Promenade
Newcastle
Co Down
Northern Ireland
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Accountants
KPS Chartered Accountants
50A Main Street
Newcastle
Co Down
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Bankers
AIB {N.I)
92 Ann Street
Belfast
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The Pantry Newcastle Limited
Trustee's Annual Report
Year Ended 31 March 2025
The Trustees present their report and the unaudited financial statements of the charity for the year ended 31
March 2025 which complies with the requirements for a directors, report and accounts under the Companies
Act 2006. The trustees have adopted the provisions of the Statement of Recommended Practice {SORP)
"Accounting and Reporting by Charities. (FRS 102) in preparing the annual report and financial statements of
the charity-
Trustees of the charity
The directors of the charitable company are its trustees for the purposes of charity law. The trustees who have
served during the year ended 31 March 2025 and since the year end were as follows=
Jennifer Jane Elizabeth Maccabe
Michael Gordon {appointed 04106120241
Patricia Mary Rooney
Gary Campbell Law (appointed 0410612024)
John O'Neill
Karen Helena Law (appointed 04106120241
Vivienne Quinn
Bryan McNulty {appointed 0410612024)
Maggie Burch (appointed 0410612024)
Objectives and activities
The association was established to relieve poverty. hunger and financial hardship. promote social inclusion.
protect and preserve public health and well-being and to promote the benefit of the inhabitants who are in need
of assistance as a result of their poverty or social and economic circumstances (hereinafter called "the
beneficiaries'} in Newcastle and its surrounding areas in County Down, Northern Ireland in particular but not
exclusively Ihereinafter called the 'area of benefit") without distinction of age, gender, disability, sexual
orientation, ethnic identity, political or religious opinion. by associating the statutory authorities, community and
voluntary organisations and the beneficiaries in a common effort to relieve poverty and financial hardship with
the object of improving the conditions of lrfe for the said beneficiaries and in particular..
(al lo relieve poverty and hunger of the inhabitants who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress
or at risk of social exclusion in the area of benefit by any charitable means and in particular through the
provision of emergency food aid, relief goods, funds, training, clothing, advice and care,.
(bl the relief of sickness among the inhabitants by the provision of healthy nutrition and food hygiene
practice and the provision of services required to ease their suffering-
(cl to promote or assist in the promotion. facilitation and organisation of community capacity building
and community development programmes and projects for the benefit of the inhabitsnts within the area
of benefit who have need of such assistance as a result of their youth, age. disability or infirmity, or social
or economic circumstances, in an effort to increase the abilities, skills and self-confidence of such
inhabitants.
For the purposes of the articles 'socially excluded, means people who are excluded from society. or parts of
society, as a result of one or more of the following factors- unemployment,. financial hardship or low income-
race., poor educational or skills attainment,. substance abuse or dependency including alcohol or drugs-
disability,. nationality or ethnic origin., or have experienced a lack of sensitivity to cultural issues.
The Pantry Foodbank provides emergency food hampers to those in need living in Ihe Newcastle and
surrounding areas in County Down. Such people are identified by agencies such as Saint Vincent de Paul,
Citizen's Advi￿ Bureau, CAP. Home Start. Sure Starl, PIPS. local churches. These food hampers also include
cleaning products and toiletries. Clients are referred by said agencies. We have a chat with them, identify gaps
in care and signpost to other agencies if necessary. We operate in Newcastle on a Tuesday afternoon from 2-
4pm and provide emergency food aid for at least 3 days.

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Public benefit statement
The charity has given careful consideration to the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland's guidance on
public benefit to ensure that the activities entered into during the year have helped to achieve the charity's
objeclives and activities as well as providing public benefit.
AchievementslPerfomiances in the period
We have been in operation for a number of years and operate from the Methodist Church based in
Newcastle. We are fortunate that that they have allowed us to use their premises to provide Front of House
location and storage, and as a result our overhead costs are minimal.
Within the past 12 months we have seen a continuous increase in the usage of the foodbank by the local
community. Due to various factors such as the cost-of-living crisis including the energyifuel crisis, the
economic financial downturn whereby we went into lockdown. businesses closed and people losl their jobs.
Therefore, our local community had been left in a greater need and those presenting for food parcels
increased. The pandemic left a major impact on our ServI￿S and the economy in general and a lot of smaller
businesses have closed, therefore leading to an increase in unemployment in the area.
In order lo consider everyone's safety we delivered the fcKJd parcels to the people's home within the
community and continue to do so as we move forward. In terms of our communication and public relations
strategy, we hold regular meetings of the PR sub-committee, looking at ways of ensuring that we target
those most in need. We visited schools and businesses. increased our social media presence and print
press, making regular contributions therefore raising awareness and profiling the foodbank in the area.
Our main sources of income during the last financial period have been through donations, fundraising and
various collections. There were also various fundraising initiatives held throughout the year. We have had
numerous supermarket, shop and street collections in our local towns which has proved to be a very
successful exercise in raising the profile of the Pantry F(x)dbank and highlighting the need for a foodbank in
this area. Also, various voluntary groups, church groups, schools, clubs and individuals have donated
generously to the Foodbank throughout the year.
In terms of expenditure this has increased signtficantly due to the greater demand on our service. Our main
expenditure in the financial year was purchasing food supplies which included both tinned food, fresh
vegetables and also meat supplies as demand increased and therefore as a result, we had to purchase food
when stock was depleting or in low supply.
Due to the rise in energy prices, we were made aware by the ststutory agencies that some of our most
vulnerable clients were unable to heat their homes, as a result we made a management decision to assist
those most in need with the purchase of emergency coallblocks which were delivered to their homes. This
was led by the urgent need at the time.
Thus, even though our donations of fo(xl have increased, and we have raised the public profile of the Pantry,
there is still a significant expense for us to cover stock costs. We also have Public Liability Insurance cover
for our volunteers and clientele. The Pantry Foodbank has no paid staff and all volunteers have provided
their help at no cost whatsoever to the Foodbank, which we are extremely grateful for.
Plans for future
As we move forward ahead in the year ahead. it is imperative for our continued sustainability and growth,
that we have the available resources to continue to meet the increase in demand in our local community.
The year ahead will be challenging for the Pantry foodbank as we are in a 'cost of living crisis with fuel
prices increasing dramatically, which therefore financially impact on the family household income. Food
poverty is on the increase as those facing foodlfuel tM)vety have to make the choice between heating the
house or putting food on the table, therefore we will be focusing on raising the profile of the Foodbank in the

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area to ensure that those most in need are able to avail of our servI￿s, especially those in the surrounding
rural areas.
We need to ensure that The Pantry Foodbank has the finances to deliver our objectives and we will be
developing stronger cohesive links with the various voluntary and community groups, schools and
businesses to reach those in isolated rural areas. Also. due to the increase in unemployment figures and the
uncertainty for many businesses we need to ensure we have available resources to meet demand. We plan
to hold various fundraising events, street collections, any other activities to promote and raise awareness of
the need for a foodbank in our community.
We also looking to engage with the media on regular basis and monthly articles in the local
newspapers. Also enhance and develop strategy regarding social media and X (formedy Twitter) to engage
with all sections of our community and ensure that our service is reaching those most in need.

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Trustees. responsibilities
Trustee's responsibilities statement
The Trustees (who are also Directors of the charity company for the purpose of Company Law) are responsible
for preparing the Trustees, Annual Report and the financial statements in accordan￿ with
applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards {United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting
Practice).
The law applicable to charities in Northem Ireland requires the trustees to prepare financial statements for
each financial period which give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the charitable company and ofthe
incoming resources and application of resources of the charity for that period. In preparing these financial
statements. the trustees are required to:
select suitable accounting policies and then apply them consistently.,
observe the methods and principles in the Charities SORP 2019 (FRS 102).,
make judgements and estimates that are reasonable and prudent.,
state whether applicable accounting standards have been followed, subject to any material
departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements.,
prepare the financial ststements on the going concem basis unless it is inappropriate to presume
that the charity will continue in operation.
The Trustees are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that disclose with reasonable accuracy
at any time the financial position ofthe charity and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply
with the Companies Act 2006.
They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the charity and hence for taking reasonable steps for
the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
Small Companies Exemption
This report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions for small companies under Part 15 of
the Companies Act 2006.
Signed on behalf of the board of trustees on 24TH SEPTEMBER 2025.
J O'NEILL
JOHNIO'ftILL
MRJOHN O'NEILL
CHAIRPERSON
KLaw
knLo
MRS KAREN LAW
TREASURER

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The Pantry Newcastle Limited
Independent Examiner's Report
Year Ended 31 March 2025
Independent Examinerfs Report to the Trustees of The Pantry Newcastle Limited.
We report on the accounts of the charity for the year ended 31 March 2025 which are set out on pages 9 to
14.
Respective responsibilities of Trustees and examiners
As the charity s trustees land also the directors of the company for the purpose of company law) you are
responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the Companies Act 2006. Having been
satisfied that the charity is not subject to an audit under company law and is eligible for independent
examination. it is my responsibility to..
Examine the accounts under section 65 of the Charities Act..
Follow the procedures laid down in the general Directions given by the Charity
Commission for Northern Ireland under section 65(9)(bl of the Charities Act- and
State whether particular matters have come to our attention.
Basis of independent examiner's report
I have examined your charity accounts as required under section 65 of the Charities Act and my examination
was carried out in accordance with the general directions given by the Charity Commissioner for Northern
Ireland under section 65(9}{b) of the Charities Act.
My examination included a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the
accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in
the accounts and seeking explanations from you as charty directorsrtrustees concerning any such matters.
My role is to state whether any material matters have come to our attention giving us cause to believe..
That accounting records were not kept in accordance with section 63 of the Charities Act,.
That the accounts do not accord with those accounting records;
That the accounts do not comply with the accounting requirements of the Charities Act
That there is further infomiation needed for a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.
Independent examiner's statement
I have completed my examination and have no concerns in respect of the matters (1) to14) listed above and,
in connection with following directions of the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland, we have found no
matters that require drawing to your attention.
N Toner
Nicole Toner
Independent Examiner
For and on behalf of KPS Chartered Accountants
50A Main Street
Newcastle
Co Down
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Date 24TH SEPTEMBER 2025

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The Pantry Newcastle Limited
Statement of Financial Activities
Year Ended 31 March 2025
Notes Unrestricted
Restricted
Total
Total
Funds
Funds
Funds
2025
Funds
2024
Income:
Charitable Activities
Grants
Total income
41.160
6,600
53,760
41.160
6,600
53,760
55.976
55,976
Expenditure on:
Charitable Activities
Governance Costs
Total expenditure
61.495
1,200
62,695
61.495
1,200
62,695
61.582
950
62,532
Net incomelexpenditure
Net movement on Funds
8.935
8.935
8,935
8.935
6,556
6.556
Reconcilialion of Funds
Total funds brought forward
Net movement in Funds for Year
Total funds carried forward
39,764
8,935
30,829
39,764
8,935
30,829
46,320
6,556
39,764
All income and expenditure derives from continuing activities.
The statement of financial activities includes all gains and losses recognised during the period.
The notes on pages 11 to 14 forni part of these financial statements.

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The Pantry Newcastle Limited
Balance Sheet
Year Ended 31 March 2025
NOTES
2025
2024
Fixed Assets
Tangible Assets
536
351
Current Asset
Cash at bank and in hand
31.056
31,056
40,747
40,747
Creditors:
Amounts falling due within one year
Net Current Assets l (Liabilities)
763
30,293
1.334
39,413
Total Assets Less Current
Liabilities
30,829
39,764
Net Assets
30,829
39,764
Charity Funds
Restricted Funds
Unrestricted Funds
30.829
39,764
Tolal Charity Funds
30,829
39,764
For the year ended 31 st March 2025 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of
the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
Trustees. responsibilities=
The Trustees have not required the company to obtain an audit of its accounts for the period in
question in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006- and
The Trustees acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with
respect to accounting records and the preparation of Accounts.
These financial statements have been prepared in accordan￿ with the special provisions relating to
companies, subject lo the small companies regime within part 15 of the Companies Act 2006.
APPROVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES ON 24TH SEPTEMBER 2025 AND SIGNED ON THEIR BEHALF BY
J O'NEILL
JOIPhl O'MtILL
MRJOHN O'NEILL
CHAIRPERSON
KLaw
knLo
MRS KAREN LAW
TREASURER
The notes on pages 11 to 14 fomi part of these financial statements
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The Pantry Newcastle Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements
Year Ended 31 March 2025
1. Summary of significant accounting policies
la)
BASIS OF ACCOUNTING
The Pantry Newcastle Limited is a company limited by guarantee in Northern Ireland. In the event of
the charity being wound up, the liabilty in respect of the guarantee is limited to a sum not exceeding
£10 per member of the charity.
The charity constitutes a public benefit entity as defined by FRS 102. The financial statements have
been prepared in accordance with Accounting and Reporting by Charities= Statement of
Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the
Financial Reporbng Stsndard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 1021 (Charities SORP
IFRS 102)). Charities Acl (Northem Ireland) 2008. the Companies Act 2006. and UK Generally
Accepted Accounting Practice.
The charity has applied Update Bulletin 1 as published on 2 February 2016 and does not include a
cash flow statement on the grounds that it is applying FRS 102 Section 1A.
The financial statements are prepared on a going concem basis under the historical cost convention,
modified to include certain items at fair value. The financial statements are presented in sterling which
is the fvnctional cU￿encY of the charity and rounded to the nearesl £.
The significant accounting policies applied in the preparation of these financial statements are sel out
below. These policies have been consistently applied to all years presented unless otherwise stated.
{b)
INCOMING RESOURCES
All incoming resources are included in the Statement of Financial Activities when the charity is legally
entitled to income and the amount can be quantrfied with reasonable accuracy.
(c)
RESOURCES EXPENDED
Expenditure is accounted for on an accruals basis and has been classified under headings that
aggregate all cost related to the category. Where costs cannot be directly attributed to particular
headings, they have been allocated to activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources.
(d)
ALLOCATION AND APPORTIONMENT OF COSTS.
All costs relate to the single activity of Ihe charitable company and are recognised accordingly.
(e)
FUND ACCOUNTING
Unrestricted funds can be used in accordance with the charitable objectives at the discretion of the
trustees.
Restricted funds can only be used for particular restricted purposes within the objects of the charity.
Restrictions arise when specified by the donor or when funds are raised for particular restricted
purposes.
Designated funds are funds set aside by the trustees out of unrestricted general funds for the specific
future purposes or projects.
DEBTORSICREDITORS RECEIVEABLEIPAYABLE WITHIN ONE YEAR
Debtors and creditors with no stated interest rate and receivable or payable within one year are
recorded at transaction price. Any losses arising from impaimient are recognised in expenditure.
The notes on pages 11 to 14 forni part of these financial statements.
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Year Ended 31 March 2025
Ig)
TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost {or deemed cost) or valualion less accumulaled depreciation
and accumulated impairment losses. Cost includes costs directly attribulable to making the asset
capable of operating as intended.
Depreciation is provided on all tangible fixed assets, at rates calculated to write off the cost, less
estimated residual value, of each asset on a systematic basis over its expected useful life as follows..
Fixtures & Fittings=
15 /0 Reducing Balance method
(h)
LIMITED BY GUARANTEE
The company is limited by guarantee and does not have a share capital.
Income from charitable activities and grants
2025
2024
Donations
Community Fundraising
Grants
31,347
15,813
6,600
53,760
48,265
7,711
55,976
Income from charitable activities was £31,347 ofdonations and income from community fundraising of£15,813
which were all attributable to unrestricted funds. Income from grants in the period was £6,600 {2024.'£Nil}.
3. Analysis of expenditure on charitsble activities
Unrestricted
funds
Restricted
funds
Total
2025
Total
2024
Costs Directly Allocated to Activities
Food Supplies
Fuel Supplies
Support Costs allocated to Activities
Insurance
Heat & Light
Room Hire
General Expenses
Bank Fees
Advertising
Telephone
Depreciation
57.284
300
57,284
300
57.086
1,460
678
678
464
1,310
953
529
243
103
95
61,495
1,310
953
529
243
103
95
61,495
1,105
897
455
198
62
61,582
Governance Cost
Accountancy
1.200
1.200
1,200
1,200
900
900
62,695
62,695
62,532
The notes on pages 11 to 14 forni part of these financial statements.
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Year Ended 31 March 2025
Independent examiner's remuneration
The independent examinerfs remuneration amounts to £1,200.
5 Tangible fixed assets
Fixtures & Fittings
Total
At 01 April 2024
Additions
468
280
468
280
At 31 March 2025
DEPRECIATION
748
748
At 01 April 2024
Charye for year
At 31 March 2025
117
95
117
95
212
212
NET BOOKVALUE
At 31 March 2025
536
351
536
351
At 31 March 2024
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2025
2024
Accruals
763
763
1,334
1,334
7 Fund reconciliation
Unrestricted funds
Balance at
0110412024 Income
Balance at
3110312025
Expenditure
Transfers
General funds
39,764
53,760
62,695
30,829
Restricted funds
Balance at
0110412024
Balance at
3110312025
Income
Expenditure
Transfers
Grants Received
Total
39,764
53,760
62,695
30,829
The notes on pages 11 to 14 form part of these financial statements.
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Year Ended 31 March 2025
Fund descriptions
Unrestricted funds
Comprise funds that the trustees are free to use in accordance with the charity's objectives.
Restricted funds
There were no restricted funds received during the year.
Trustees. and key management personnel remuneration and expenses
The trustees neither received nor waived any remuneration during the year.
Key management personnel are considered to comprise the trustees.
No trustees are accruing pension arrangements.
The trustees did not have any expenses reimbursed during the year.
The notes on pages 11 to 14 forni part of these financial statements.
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