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Expenditure is recognised when there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit.
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.
Financial · Procedural statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 32
Income is recognised when legally entitled to it and the amount can be measured reliably.
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.
Financial · Procedural statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 31
Unrestricted funds are available at the discretion of trustees for charitable objectives.
Unrestricted funds are available for use at the discretion of the trustees in furtherance of their charitable objectives.
Financial · Policy statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 31
The charity has a reasonable expectation of continuing operations for the foreseeable future.
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.
Financial · Observational claim · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 31
The charity's financial statements are prepared in accordance with FRS 102 and the Charities SORP.
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the charity's governing document, the Companies Act 2006, FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the Charities SORP
Financial · Policy statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 31
LRMN's unrestricted funds provide a buffer of £703,998 against short-term funding needs.
The £703,998 of general unrestricted funds provides a sensible buffer against any short term funding for a strategically important service while we continue to look for replacement funding.
Financial · Metric statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 21
LRMN's financial income in the year ending March 2025 was £1,286,004 compared to £1,116,667 in the previous year.
Total income was £1,286,004 in the year ending 31st March 2025 compared to £1,116,667 in the year ending 31st March 2024
Financial · Funding statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 20
LRMN's Community Embedded Worker runs a creative wellbeing group called Sole Sisters for female asylum seekers.
In addition to one-to-one work, a creative wellbeing group called Sole Sisters was run for female asylum seekers. Over six weeks, four participants explored their personal journeys through art and storytelling while building community and improving wellbeing.
Service · Observational claim · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 17
LRMN's Community Embedded Worker completed 27 new mental health assessments and made referrals to various NHS teams.
Since the pilot began, 27 new mental health assessments have been completed by the Community Embedded Worker. 12 were referred to Improving Access to Psychological Therapy (IAPT), six to Lewisham’s Primary Care Mental Health Teams, one to Early Intervention Services, and two to Oxleas Mental Health Teams.
Service · Observational claim · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 17
LRMN extended a Community Embedded Worker pilot into a full-time role due to strong community support.
following strong community support and heartfelt testimonies, has been extended into a full-time role
Service · Policy statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 17
LRMN distributed its Patient Advocacy Guide in eight languages to help sanctuary seekers and migrants understand their healthcare rights.
The translated guides are freely available on our website and in print. Since its launch, we have distributed the guide across Lewisham and beyond. It’s now available in every GP practice and hospital in Lewisham, as well as most GP surgeries in Greenwich
Service · Observational claim · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 13
LRMN's Women’s Project offers trauma-informed counselling, weekly women’s groups, and community activities to promote wellbeing.
The Women’s Group meets weekly, creating a welcoming space for women to share, learn new skills, reduce isolation, and connect socially. On average, over 20 women attend each week, building valuable support networks.
Service · Observational claim · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 15
LRMN's services include free, confidential, and independent advice for those facing immigration, housing, welfare, health issues, and employment challenges.
Our services are free, confidential and independent, thanks to the support received from statutory and charitable sources and individual donors.
Service · Observational claim · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 10
LRMN secured a Legal Aid contract in January 2025, significantly expanding its scope of work.
A major development was securing a Legal Aid contract in January 2025. This has significantly expanded the scope of work we are able to undertake.
Operational · Observational claim · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 10
LRMN's mission is to enable refugees, asylum seekers, and migrants to know their rights and thrive in society.
To enable refugees, asylum seekers and migrants (RASM) to know and exercise their rights, thrive, integrate and engage in activities to bring about change for a better future.
Policy · Policy statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 9
LRMN's CEO is responsible for day-to-day management and works closely with the Board of Trustees.
The CEO manages the Finance Manager, Campaigns and Communications Manager, HR Advisor and Fundraising Officer. LRMN also employs a variety of freelance staff, supporting our services.
Governance · Procedural statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 8
LRMN's Board of Trustees is responsible for ensuring the organisation has appropriate financial control systems.
The Trustees have overall responsibility for ensuring that LRMN has appropriate financial control systems. They are also responsible for keeping proper accounting records which disclose, with reasonable accuracy at any time, the financial position of LRMN and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006.
Governance · Procedural statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 8
LRMN conducts regular risk assessments and addresses both Strategic and Operational risks.
LRMN regularly carries out detailed risk assessments and addresses every area that is likely to pose a threat to the organisation, Board of Trustees, staff, visitors and users. Risks are divided in two: Strategic Risks which the Board of Trustees regularly review in meetings and Operational Risks which the staff, led by the CEO, examine in managers and staff meetings.
Governance · Procedural statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 7
LRMN's Board of Trustees meets every quarter to oversee the strategic direction of the organisation.
The Board of Trustees meets every quarter and is responsible for the strategic direction of LRMN.
Governance · Procedural statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 7
The Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN) was established in 1991/92.
Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network (LRMN) was formed in 1991/92 and was incorporated and became a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee in 1996.
Context · Historical statement · From Lewisham Refugee and Migrant Network — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 7