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The charity faces financial challenges due to the annual increase in the London Living Wage, which varies significantly.
This commitment poses a financial challenge for the organization, as we have no control over the annual increase, which has varied from under 1% to 10% in April 2024.
Financial · Risk statement · From Southside Rehabilitation Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 4
The charity's income from NHS ICB Southwark contract and grants increased, contributing to a smaller deficit.
Total incoming resources include income received from the second year of the NHS ICB Southwark contract, £94,370, together with the City Bridge Foundation grant, £67,644 and Garfield Weston Foundation grant of £30,000 for the year. £164,556 income was generated from the various activities in our social enterprises, an increase of nearly 16% from the previous year.
Financial · Funding statement · From Southside Rehabilitation Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 6
The charity has a high attendance rate of over 80%, which is above the contractual requirement.
Unlike many other mental health services, our attendance level is over 80%, which is 10% above our contract.
Service · Metric statement · From Southside Rehabilitation Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 6
Southside Rehabilitation Limited supports service users to achieve milestones such as learning new skills, volunteering, and open employment.
Our aim is to support disadvantaged individuals in their journey towards recovery and social inclusion, empowering them to achieve milestones including learning new skills, volunteering and open employment.
Service · Policy statement · From Southside Rehabilitation Limited — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 4
The charity's unrestricted funds increased from £709,853 to £400,790 between 2024 and 2025.
At 1 April 2024 Incoming resources Resources expended Transfers At 31 March 2025 £ £ £ £ £ General funds 709,853 187,197 (516,261) 20,001 400,790
Financial · Trend statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 55
The charity applies FRS 102 to all financial instruments, recognizing them when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
The charity has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments. Financial instruments are recognised in the charity's balance sheet when the charity becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial · Procedural statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 49
Expenditure is recognized when there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit, it is probable that the transfer will occur, and the amount can be measured reliably.
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 Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 49
Music Support UK recognizes income tax recoverable from donations under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant at the time of donation.
Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Financial · Procedural statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 48
Music Support UK aims to secure long-term financial sustainability through strategic initiatives and partnerships.
We will also continue to cultivate strategic partnerships that enhance our clinical expertise and extend our reach across the sector. These collaborations demonstrate the shared commitment of funders, clinicians, and industry leaders to building a culture where everyone in music is supported and empowered to thrive... At the same time, we will take forward initiatives designed to secure the long-term financial sustainability of the charity
Financial · Commitment statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 39
Music Support UK plans to expand its reach by embedding a new stepped care model and developing preventative and early intervention programmes.
Our focus will be on deepening impact and broadening reach, embedding our new stepped care model, expanding preventative and early intervention programmes, and developing new tools and training that empower individuals and organisations to prioritise wellbeing.
Strategic · Commitment statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 39
Music Support UK maintains reserves equivalent to three to six months' expenditure.
It is the policy of the charity that unrestricted funds which have not been designated for a specific use should be maintained at a level equivalent to between three and six months’ expenditure.
Financial · Policy statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 35
Music Support UK had a financial deficit of £328,088 in the year ending March 2025.
During the year, Music Support UK raised funds of £375,582 (2024: £385,381) and incurred expenditure of £703,670 (2024: £501,792) which left a deficit of £328,088 (2024: £116,411).
Financial · Observational claim · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 35
Music Support UK's investment policy aims to secure greater future income by investing more now.
Our strategy reflects a bold commitment to invest more now to secure greater income in the future, ensuring our services remain robust and sustainable.
Financial · Policy statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 32
Music Support UK introduced new initiatives in 2024 to deepen its impact, including enhanced learning and development programs.
In 2024, we introduced new initiatives to deepen our impact, including: Enhanced learning and development: Launching a new approach to equip our beneficiaries, volunteers, and team with the tools and knowledge to thrive.
Service · Policy statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 31
Music Support UK's fundraising strategy includes recruiting two highly experienced specialists to drive ambitious goals.
This year marks a transformative period for our fundraising strategy, as we have successfully recruited two highly experienced fundraising specialists from the music industry to drive forward our ambitions.
Commissioning · Policy statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 31
Music Support UK anticipates supporting more than 1,500 individuals and delivering over 5,000 therapeutic sessions in the coming year.
Looking ahead, we anticipate supporting more than 1,500 individuals and delivering over 5,000 therapeutic sessions in the coming year.
Service · Trend statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 27
Music Support UK expanded its volunteer team by training an additional 20 volunteers in 2024-25.
In 2024-25, we introduced a new volunteer recruitment initiative, expanding our team by training 20 additional volunteers.
Operational · Observational claim · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 25
Music Support offers emotional and practical support to families and friends of individuals struggling with mental health or substance use issues.
Key features of Family and Friends support services: Emotional support: Offering tailored support to help loved ones manage stress and emotional challenges. Practical resources: Providing access to workshops, information and tools that empower families and friends to better understand and respond to substance use and mental health issues.
Service · Observational claim · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 24
Music Support aims to strengthen long-term partnership models, particularly with corporate partners, for sustainable funding.
Looking ahead, our focus will be on: Strengthening long-term partnership models to secure sustainable funding with a specific focus on corporate partnerships.
Strategic · Commitment statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 23
Music Support's partnerships are crucial for expanding services, reaching more people, and driving cultural change in the music industry.
These partnerships remain the backbone of our mission to protect and improve the mental health and wellbeing of those working behind the scenes in music and live events. This section outlines the key partnership areas that have sustained our charity over the past year, demonstrating how collaborative support has enabled us to expand our services, reach more people, and build a more resilient and compassionate industry.
Commissioning · Commitment statement · From Music Support UK — annual report and accounts, year ending 31 March 2025, page 19