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The charity's reserves policy mandates a minimum reserve level of £30k to cover unforeseen circumstances.
A mandatory reserves policy is maintained to safeguard operational continuity and financial resilience. The policy sets a required minimum reserve level (£30k) to cover unforeseen circumstances and ensure the charity can continue providing vital services even during periods of income variability.
Governance · Policy statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 8
Suicide Prevention UK generated a surplus of £51,661 in the year ending February 2025.
After transfers for the purchase of capital items, the surplus generated was £51,661, all unrestricted (2024 - £95,135, all unrestricted).
Financial · Funding statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 8
The charity's financial position is supported by a diverse range of income sources, including donations and grants.
Income for the year was generated from a diverse range of sources, including individual donations, grant funding from charitable trusts and foundations, corporate partnerships, and fundraising events such as the major concert in London featuring Kosheen.
Financial · Funding statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 8
Suicide Prevention UK has remained committed to broadening access and improving service quality despite increased demand.
Despite these challenges, Suicide Prevention UK has remained committed to its core objectives, continually seeking ways to broaden access, improve service quality, and deliver positive outcomes for those at risk.
Policy · Commitment statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 7
The charity's partnership initiatives aim to address gaps in provision and ensure a seamless continuum of care for individuals at risk.
Joint initiatives may include co-hosting events, developing referral pathways, and running cross-sector campaigns. By working closely with partners, Suicide Prevention UK ensures that gaps in provision are addressed and that vulnerable individuals can access a seamless continuum of care.
Service · Policy statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 5
Volunteers have been actively involved in shaping the latest iteration of the training programme, enhancing their engagement and effectiveness.
Through regular feedback sessions and open forums, volunteers provided valuable insights and suggestions, directly influencing the content and delivery methods of the training. This collaborative approach has ensured the training is more relevant, practical, and tailored to the diverse needs encountered in their roles.
Service · Commitment statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 6
The charity successfully hosted a major fundraising concert featuring the band Kosheen, raising essential funds and awareness.
A highlight of the year was a major fundraising concert in London featuring the acclaimed band Kosheen. This event not only generated essential funding to sustain and grow the charity’s services but also brought together supporters, partners, and members of the public. The concert helped to raise the profile of Suicide Prevention UK, foster community spirit, and promote dialogue around mental health and suicide prevention.
Financial · Commitment statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 6
Suicide Prevention UK evaluates its programs regularly to ensure they remain effective and responsive.
The organisation rigorously assesses its performance using a variety of metrics. These include detailed service usage data—such as the number of helpline calls and outreach interactions, fundraising outcomes, and feedback from stakeholders, including beneficiaries, volunteers, and partner organisations. Regular evaluation of these indicators ensures that programs remain effective and responsive to changing needs.
Service · Procedural statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 6
The charity's volunteers are trained in crisis response, safeguarding, and effective communication.
Volunteer training is comprehensive, focusing on crisis response, safeguarding, and effective communication.
Service · Procedural statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 6
Suicide Prevention UK collaborates with partner organisations to foster understanding and reduce stigma around mental health.
Outreach teams attend public events, workplaces, and other locations, and collaborate with partner organisations to foster understanding and reduce stigma. These activities aim to break down barriers to seeking help, spark open dialogue, and promote positive mental health practices.
Service · Policy statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 5
The charity's helpline saw increased usage over the past year, highlighting its importance as a lifeline for those in crisis.
Over the past year, the helpline has seen increased usage highlighting its importance as a lifeline for those in crisis.
Service · Observational claim · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 5
The charity implemented new IT systems and off-site cloud-based backup to ensure robust data security.
Since identifying the issue, the Trustees have undertaken a full restructuring of the charity’s IT systems. A new external IT provider has been appointed, and all systems have been rebuilt to ensure robust data security and accountability.
Operational · Procedural statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 4
The loss of key email records and documentation led to a qualification in the Independent Examiner’s Report.
Due to the actions of a former staff member, key email records and supporting documentation relating to grant and donation income were permanently deleted. As a result, the Independent Examiner was unable to obtain evidence for £145,000 of income for the year ended 28 February 2024, which has led to a qualification of the Independent Examiner’s Report.
Financial · Risk statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 4
The Trustees removed the Founder from their position due to internal challenges.
Following a thorough and evidence-based review process, the Trustees unanimously agreed to remove the Founder from their position.
Governance · Policy statement · From Suicide Prevention UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 28 February 2025, page 4
No trustees received remuneration or reimbursed expenses from the charity during the year.
No trustees, nor any persons connected with them, have received any remuneration from the charity during the year. No trustees have received any reimbursed expenses or any other benefits from the charity during the year.
Governance · Stakeholder position · From No5 Young People — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 16
Cash and cash equivalents comprise highly liquid investments readily convertible to known amounts of cash.
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and call deposits, and other short-term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value.
Financial · Procedural statement · From No5 Young People — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 15
Trade debtors are recognised initially at the transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost.
Trade debtors are recognised initially at the transaction price. They are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method, less provision for impairment.
Financial · Procedural statement · From No5 Young People — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 15
Depreciation is provided on tangible fixed assets over their expected useful economic life.
Depreciation is provided on tangible fixed assets so as to write off the cost or valuation, less any estimated residual value, over their expected useful economic life as follows: Trade debtors are amounts due from customers for merchandise sold or services performed in the ordinary course of business.
Financial · Procedural statement · From No5 Young People — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 15
Intangible assets are amortised over their estimated useful lives on a straight-line basis.
Amortisation is provided on intangible fixed assets so as to write off the cost, less any estimated residual value, over their expected useful economic life as follows: Asset class Amortisation method and rate Website development costs 3 years straight line
Financial · Procedural statement · From No5 Young People — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 15
The charity meets the definition of a charitable company for UK corporation tax purposes.
The charity is considered to pass the tests set out in Paragraph 1 Schedule 6 of the Finance Act 2010 and therefore it meets the definition of a charitable company for UK corporation tax purposes. Accordingly, the charity is potentially exempt from taxation in respect of income or capital gains received within categories covered by Chapter 3 Part 11 of the Corporation Tax Act 2010 or Section 256 of the Taxation of Chargeable Gains Act 1992, to the extent that such income or gains are applied exclusively to charitable purposes.
Financial · Policy statement · From No5 Young People — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 14