BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD


BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
05377534 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 March 2023

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 April 2022

End date: 31 March 2023

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2023

Directors report
Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Directors' report period ended 31 March 2023

The directors present their report with the financial statements of the company for the period ended 31 March 2023

Principal activities of the company

To promote the provision of a community radio station as a recreational facility for individuals who have need of such facilities by reason of their youth, age, infirmity or disablement, financial hardship or social and economic circumstances; in particular but not exclusively for the inhabitants of Bristol and the surrounding area, or for the public at large, including members of the public attending charitable and not for profit1. community festivals elsewhere within the UK, in the interests of social welfare and with the object of improving the conditions of life of the said inhabitants.2. To advance education, in particular but not exclusively in vocational education and training in audio and general broadcasting skills.3. To promote racial harmony in the city of Bristol by promoting knowledge and understanding in particular but not exclusively of the diversity of heritage, history and cultures within the community.4. Any other charitable purpose agreed by special resolution under the articles of the company, and notified to, and accepted by the Charity Commission as charitable.

Additional information

Summary of the main achievements of the charity during the yearThe Trustees were happy with the standard of output, programming and the overall presentation achieved by BCfm.The main programmes of breakfast, midday and drive have all be maintained with a compliment of diverse output reflecting the rich diversity of Bristol.Broadcasting environment has continued to be challenging at times with some remote from home working still necessary. We’ve also invested in tech to ensure our digital offer is reflective of the increased demands of DAB and online listening that now accounts for over 60% of listening nationally.The charity also sustained itself financially over the 2022-2023 period. Outgoings were covered by donations and through revenue received from commercial advertisers and their agencies. Income was also generated from publicly funded campaigns, on behalf of NHS England, Bristol City Council. Additional funding was received from Resourcing Racial Justice.The HLF podcast projects have continued the impetus and purpose around the organisation with several major media partners recognising our organisations strong links to the community. The unique ability to capture previously untold oral history from a diverserange of voices has been critical in establishing BCFM as a highly fundable and credible media outlet.In September 2022 we lost our main engineer Mike Edney to a heart attack. His skillset and commitment to the organisation was a major factor to it’s technical success. He will of course be sadly missed and we are working on succession planning to ensure all aspects of out tech are covered.



Directors

The directors shown below have held office during the whole of the period from
1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023

Sherrie Eugene-Hart
Philip Vickery
Jeremy Cowhig
Michael Macmahon


The above report has been prepared in accordance with the special provisions in part 15 of the Companies Act 2006

This report was approved by the board of directors on
28 December 2023

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Sherrie Eugene-Hart
Status: Director

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 March 2023

2023 2022


£

£
Turnover: 151,621 89,313
Cost of sales: ( 2,357 ) ( 1,357 )
Gross profit(or loss): 149,264 87,956
Administrative expenses: ( 161,708 ) ( 76,980 )
Operating profit(or loss): (12,444) 10,976
Profit(or loss) before tax: (12,444) 10,976
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: (12,444) 10,976

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Balance sheet

As at 31 March 2023

Notes 2023 2022


£

£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets: 3 1,466 0
Total fixed assets: 1,466 0
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 11,856 25,261
Total current assets: 11,856 25,261
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 4 ( 1,224 ) ( 719 )
Net current assets (liabilities): 10,632 24,542
Total assets less current liabilities: 12,098 24,542
Total net assets (liabilities): 12,098 24,542
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: 12,098 24,542
Total members' funds: 12,098 24,542

The notes form part of these financial statements

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 March 2023 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 28 December 2023
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Sherrie Eugene-Hart
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2023

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

    Turnover policy

    All income is recognised once the charity has entitlement to that income, it is probably that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliablyDonations are recognised when the Charity has been notified in writing of both the amount and the settlement date.Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the charity; this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the bank.Income from grants, whether capital or revenue grants, is recognised when the charity has entitlement to the funds.

    Tangible fixed assets depreciation policy

    Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less depreciation. Depreciation is provided at rates calculated to write off the cost or valuation of fixed assets less their estimated residual value over their expected useful lives on the following basis. Studio Equipment 25 percent straight line Office Equipment 25 percent per annum. Main assets which are studio and office Equipment 4 years.

    Intangible fixed assets amortisation policy

    Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the charity.Restricted funds are subjected to restrictions on their expenditure imposed by the donor or through the terms of an appeal.

    Other accounting policies

    Liabilities are recognised as expenditure as soon as there is a legal or constructive obligation committing the charity that expenditure, it is probable that the settlement will be required and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably.All expenditure is accounted for on an accrual’s basis. All expenses including support costs and governance costs are allocated or apportioned to the applicable expenditure headings.

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2023

  • 2. Employees

    2023 2022
    Average number of employees during the period 0 0

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2023

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 1 April 2022 0 0
Additions 1,954 1,954
Disposals
Revaluations
Transfers
At 31 March 2023 1,954 1,954
Depreciation
At 1 April 2022 0 0
Charge for year 488 488
On disposals
Other adjustments
At 31 March 2023 488 488
Net book value
At 31 March 2023 1,466 1,466
At 31 March 2022 0 0

BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM LTD

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2023

4. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2023 2022
£ £
Other creditors 1,224 719
Total 1,224 719