1st Brechin (9th Angus) Scout Group
Annual Report & Financial Statements
for the
Year ended 31 March 2025
Charity No SC 036105

1st 8rnchln (9th Angus> Scout GTh￿P
Indo￿ndent Examlnerfs R•port
Year ended 31 Mar¢h 2025
Independent Examlnefs Report to the Trustees of the 1st Brechin (9th Angusl Scout Group
I report on the financial statements of the 1 si Brechin (9th ANJUS) Scoul Group { the Group") for the year
ended 31 March 2025
Respective responslbllltles ol Trustees and Examiner
The Group's Trustees are responsible for the preparation of th8 accounts in accordance with the Charities
and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 ('Yhe Act,) and the Charities Accounts {Scotland) Regulations
2006 ("the Regulations ). The Grcup's Trustees consider that the audit requirement of Regulation 10{11{dl
does not apply It is my responsibility to examine the &counts as required under section 4411)Ic) of the
Act and to stste whether particular matters have come to my attention.
Basis of Independent Examinerf8 Staternent
My examination is carried out in accordance with the Regulations. An examination includes a review of
the accounting records kept by the Group and a comparison of the accounts presented with the those
records It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disdosures in the accounts, and seeks
explanations from the Trustees concerning any such matters. The procedure5 undertaken do not provide
all the evidence that would be required in an audit. and consequently I do not expre88 an audit opinion on
the view given by the accounts.
Independent Examlnerfs Statement
In connection with my examinath)n, no Matter has come to my attention:_
{1) whtch gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect, the requiremènts
{a} to keep accounting records in accL)rdance with the Regulations. and
(b) to prepare accounts which ajree with the accounkng records and comply with the Regulations
have not been met, or
(2) to which, in my opinion, attenlion should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the
accounts to be reached.
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I" Brechin (9 Angus) Scout Group
Trustees Annual Report
Year ended 31 March 2025
The Executive Committee have pleasure in presenting thelr report together with the financial
statements and the independent examiner's report for the year ended 31 March 2025.
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Structure, Governance & Management
The Scout Group is constituted in terms of the Rules of the Scout Association, which is a
charitable body incorporated by the Roy31 Charter. Members of the Executive are the charity
trustees. The Executive members are chosen from parents and volunteers who are considered
to have the appropriate gifts and skills. The Executive is responsible for all the affairs of the
Scout Group which includes support of the sections, finance, fabric, and fund raising. Certain
responsibilities are delegated to a variety of smaller groups e.g. Christrna5 Cards and who
report to the Executive.
Objectives & Artivities
Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development,
empowering them to make a positive contribution to society.

Beavers:
With April (Scottish) weather being unpredictable, we took the opportunity to start the term
with team challenges Ino eggs were harmed in the process) and a log chew to allow us to hear
what Beavers wanted frorn their sessions and plan accordingly. Unfortunately, we were not
able to facilitate the trip to space but we managed to cover the other requests.
During May and June, Beavers took part in the Group sponsored walk/cycle/swirn to raise
money for the roof. They also joined Beavers from all over Angus, to undertake Jamboree on
the Trail IJOTTI at Crombie Park.
In September, Beavers joined Cubs and Scouts at Jock Neish Scout Centre IJNSCI for a fun filled
weekend of adventure at the annual Group Camp. We had some nervous Beavers (and parents)
but the feedback after camp was great.
October, November and December saw us party lots. We had Halloween, bonfire night,
pantomime and a vislt to The Attic where Santa came to visit.
The first quarter of 2025 has seen us cooking, eating, learning about money and some more
cooking.
Over the year, Beavers have cooked indoors and out. They have practiced their fire lighting
(regularly, at their request) and practiced their knife skills. The list they gave us of things they
wanted to do, has been completed, and their favourites repeated several times.
Cubs:
Over the past year we have been working toward all sorts of different badges.
We have covered space., global issues, money badge, and many more.
In September we took part in our yearly group camp which took place at jock Neish. It was a
fantastic camp full of excellent activities and fun. We also took part in the Remembrance
parade and Founders Day celebration.
We have handed out hundreds of badges over the past year. We handed out I silver scout
award and hope to have more very soon. And have more fun filled activities waiting for the
next year.
Scouts:
April 2024-June 2024
This was a busy term with lots of outdoor activities, taking advantage of the better weather.
Scouts were focusing on Camp at Kinnaird, including those who were able to take part in the
Expedition Hike, this involved long distance hikes to Brechin and back, through the countryside.
Scouts had to be able to navigate, know the countryside code, look out for one another and
enjoy themselves too.
Scouts had a visit to the RLNI station in Montrose. A very enjoyable evening and Scouts learnt a
lot too. The Scouts spent one evening tidying up around the Scout Hall and this was in
preparation for the Family Fun Evening and BBQ. Finished the Year with Footgolf at the local
Golf Club.

August 2024- October 2024
The Scouts were involved with their Chef Badges, this was achieved in two Parts, plannin&
designing and cooking a 2-course meal. Thèy had to learn all about hygiene, food and personal
hygiene.
Camp at the Jock Neish Centre took place In September, and we were joined by the Edzell
Scouts. Good weather helped and having hot and cold running water and flushing toilets was
quite a luxury! Lots of different activities, some more challenging than others.
We finished the terrn at The Attic!
October 2024 - December 2024
Starting the term with Team Games, Kims Game, Tower Building with paper, crab football, to
name but a few.
The Scouts had two evenings of First Aid training provided by
CPR, what to do in an emergency and some basic first aid tasks.
A new camp this term was at Fordell Firs- The Big Freeze, which certainly lived up to its narne.
The Scouts were faced with many challenges including camping in. the snow, wind and gale
force winds. There were lots of great activities to take part in once the weather had cleared,
good food and despite the weather the Scouts would love to do it again.
January 2025- March 2025
Starting off with the Winter Olympics, using ice cubes and drainpipes to recreate the Luge,
made skis and scouts had to follow a slalom course.
Lots of cooking, with the celebration n of Chlnes New Year, making wontons and enjoying the
Chinese festivals.
The Scouts have taken part in a Youth Shaped Badge, this involved planning their very own first
aid scenario, acting it out and being assessed by other scouts. They took part in their Fitness
Challenge, which was set a month apart to See if they could improve on their timings for their
challenges. As a few Scouts were going to ACWAI this term they had to practice cooking on
Trangla's: cooking bacon/sausage rolls.
The Scouts were able to go to The Men Shed and there they were assisted in making bird boxes.
The Men Shed would love to see The Scouts returning.
Finishing the term with a Parent Day Treat Night, whereby the Scouts made some tasty treats
and parents were invited down for a tea/coffee and sample the Scouts home-made treats.
arning all about
Achievements & Performance
The Beavers Section aEes 6~ 8 years have been awarded 108 badges including 3 Chief Scouts
Bronze. adventure, outdoor, personal, builder, cook, experiment, explore, international,
emergency aid, nights away and joining in.
The Cub Section ages 8- 10.5 years have been awarded 110 badges including the following
badges: 2 Chief Scouts Silver, adventure, personal, world, disability awareness. hikes, nautical
skills, nights away, joining in and paddle sports.

The Scout Section ages 10.5 - 14 years have been awarded 152 badges including the following:
2 Chief Scouts Gold, adventure, creative, expedition, outdoors, personal skills, team leader,
chef. 2 Bronze Zodiac awards. emergency aid. hikes, nights away, joining in and 13 Central
badges- Youshape award.
The Explorers ages 14-18 years also do a range of different activities each week.
Financlal Review
The Trustees believe that around nine months of annual expenditure is an appropriate level of
reserves to cover the timing differences between receipts and payment5 and to allow for any
unexpected items of expenditure on the Scout Hall.
Fundraising took place at the Pageant with the Scouts helping to serve tea in the Marquee,
which raised £522, the Christmas Card sort/delivery raised £2,274 and the Ceilidh raised
£1,461. A games night was held in April and in June a barbecue was held. We have received
grants from Garfield Weston {£5,000}, Scottish Children's Lottery Trust (£2,000), Robert Hall
Foundation {£5,0(YJ) and Hugh Fraser Foundation {£2,000). Donations were received from
Brechln Beavers Swimming Club, Brechin Fire Brigade and Brechin Vics bingo players. Along
with grants. donations and the sum of £11,134 set aside from the bank account we were able
to have the hall roof overclad and the work was completed in October 2024 at the cost of
£38,927.
The Bank account balance Is £7603 and there are no outstanding debts.
This Report was approved by the Group Executive on 3rd June 2025 and signed on its behalf by
Chairperson

1st Brechln (9th Angus) Seout Group
Stal•mont of Balances
31st March 2025
Bank and Cash Balances
Unrestricted
2025
2024
Balan￿ as at 31103r24
SurpluslDeficit for the year
Balancè as at 31103125
30679
22374
8305
20374
10305
30679
Bank Current AGGQUnt
Card Balan￿S & Equal Account
Cash in Hand
7603
702
30269
410
8305
30679
Restricted Funds
Grants, Donations, Fund Raising for Roof Repair3
10193
Other Assets
No Gift Aid due from HM Revenue & Customs
The GrDUP owns the Scout Hall at
The Group owns a quantlty of camplng arKI other sports equipment which
has been acqulred over a number of years.
Liabilities
The Group has no other materi81 liabilities or obligations
Approved by the Group Executive Committee on 3rd June 2025 and
signed on its behalf by-_

1st Brechin (9th Angus) Scout Group
Statement of Receipts & Payments Account
Year ended 31 March 2025
2025
2024
RECEIPTS
Voluntary Income
GiftAid
Donations
Other Income- Uniforms
Fund-Raising Activities
719
6860
470
6285
6334
5543
Group Activities
Trips and Camps
Miscellanous
Grants
Transfer to Equals Account
4007
37
14000
2600
1856
50
7500
2600
Total Receipts
34557
24304
PAYMENTS
Expenses for Fundraising Activities
Charitable Activities
Donations
Governance Costs
974
55957
988
13011
Total Payments
56931
13999
Surplusl{Deficit) for year
-22374
10305

1st Bwhin (9th Angus) Scout Group
Notes to the Accounts
General Fund
2025
2024
Recei
Gift Aid
Donations
Other Income - Uniforms
Fund Raising - Christmas Cards
Fund Raising - Pageant
Fund Raising Celidh
Other Fund Raising
caMp￿rip5
Grants
Miscellaneous
719
6860
470
6285
2274
522
1461
2077
4007
14000
37
2434
523
2586
1856
7500
50
Total Receipts
31957
21704
Pa
ments
CaMp￿ripS
Membership Dues paid to HQ and District
Fundraising Costs
Badge and Uniform
Heating and Lighting
Insuran
Repairs and Maintenance
Equals
Go Cardless Fees
Miscellaneous
3,745
2,600
974
51
2,760
1,403
40,134
2,600
355
1300
2116
988
1451
1015
1335
314
2600
258
Total Payments
64622
11377
Surplusl(Deficit) for year
-22665
10,327
Notes
l. The Trustees did not receive any remuneration or expenses during the year.
2. Subscriptions is now included under Donations
2024 Annual & Weekly Subs - £3681
2025 Annual & Weekly Subs - £4286

1st Brechin19th Angus) Scout Group
Notes to the Accounts (Continued)
Desi
nated Unrestricted Funds
2025
Total
2024
Total
Section Account
Recei
Weekly Subscriptions
Donation
Transfer to Equals Account
2600
2600
Total
2600
2600
Charitable Activities
Transfer to Group
2308
2622
Total
2308
2622
Surplusl(Deficit)
Balance brought forward
292
410
-22
432
Balan￿ Carried forward
702
410
Total of Card Balances
Balan￿ in Equal Account
262
440
380
30
702
410