Company Registration No. 07800291 (England and Wales)
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
COMPANY INFORMATION
Directors
S R Sejpal
L K Sejpal
(Appointed 1 October 2022)
Secretary
L K Sejpal
Company number
07800291
Registered office
The Hollies
Chorleywood Road
Rickmansworth
Hertfordshire
WD3 4ER
Auditor
HW Fisher LLP
Acre House
11-15 William Road
London
NW1 3ER
United Kingdom
Business address
The Hollies
Chorleywood Road
Rickmansworth
Hertfordshire
WD3 4ER
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
CONTENTS
Page
Strategic report
1 - 5
Directors' report
6 - 9
Directors' responsibilities statement
10
Independent auditor's report
11 - 13
Group profit and loss account
14
Group statement of comprehensive income
15
Group balance sheet
16
Company balance sheet
17
Group statement of changes in equity
18
Company statement of changes in equity
19
Group statement of cash flows
20
Notes to the financial statements
21 - 39
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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The Directors present their Strategic Report for Platinum Retail Limited and its subsidiaries (the Group) together with the audited financial statements for the year ended 30 April 2023.

Fair review of the business

The Group's principal activity is fuel retailing, although it also drives profit from convenience stores and renting ancillary properties to tenants. The Group owns 40 (2022:31) petrol filling stations branded Texaco, BP, and Shell & Jet.

Performance in the reporting period has been relatively strong and there has been a minimal change in the number of competitors in the market and consumer demand for fuel has remained stable. The margins on fuel have been good most of the trading period.

Group Objectives and Business Model

The Group's purpose is to provide its customers with a high-quality fuel and retail offer on the forecourt, this is achieved through collaborating with the premium fuel brands and shop suppliers.

The Group primarily operates through a long established and successful Company owned agent (or retailer) operated model, where the Group retain the rights and responsibilities of business owner, while effectively sub-contracting the site operation to the retailer or operator.

The retailer is remunerated on a commission structure where they are incentivised to deliver a quality proposition and maximise the returns on site. The partnership with the retailers is flexible and collaborative, with the parties working together to maintain the sites to required standards, ensuring customer retention, this is of particular importance in residential locations.

Several themes have emerged during the continuing consolidation and modernisation of the UK fuel retailing industry:

 

Financial Review

The financial year has witnessed all sites, including those acquired in 2022-2023, contributing to a successful operating profit. The Group’s strategic plan involves expanding the “Food to Go” offering into it’s broader portfolio and is in discussions with some of the leading brands.

The UK’s economy has experienced a dramatic rise in inflation rates thus adversely impacting an increase in interest rates together with rising energy prices. The Directors will continue to keep an eye on the situation and measures are being looked at to minimize the impact to the business.

The Directors are pleased to report that the trading performance during the reporting year were favorable and the Group delivered strong financial performance. Revenues were £ 115.8m (2022: £89.6m), Operating profit was £6.6m (2022: £5m) and profit after tax was £3.7m (2022: £3.2m). The Directors are pleased with the trading results which reflects the controls and hard work that its team have put in.

The financial results for the year to 30th April 2023 report a revenue of £115.8m (2022: £89.6m). The margins have remained steady despite market volatility with Gross Margins percentage increasing to 8.4% (2022: 8.3%). This has been achieved by pricing effectively and volume monitoring.

Earning before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) for the year was £8.8m (2022: £7.1m)

All VAT and Corporation Tax is up to date and there were no investigations during the trading year.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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Strategy

The Group continues to work towards our strategic goals by improving our customer value proposition, enabling and empowering our Site Operators to achieve these strategic goals.

The Group's overriding strategy is to continue to provide the consumer with a premium fuel and retail offer. The Group will invest in sites to generate strong returns and continue to enhance profitability for shareholders.

The acquisition strategy is to look for opportunities to add quality sites to the portfolio that complement the existing network and enable the Group to benefit from further economies of scale.

The Group searches for continuous improvements, from training its staff, building new supplier relationships and improving the offer on site for customers.

Financial, Liquidity, Cash Flow and Credit Risks

The Group monitors cash balances and cash flows as part of its day-to-day control procedures. The Directors consider all aspects of liquidity, cash and cash flows on a weekly and monthly basis to ensure that appropriate investment decisions are made. Similarly, the Directors have throughout the course of this financial period ensured that the Group has retained substantial cash balances.

The Group's principal financial assets are cash and cash in transit. The Directors consider there to be a negligible credit risk in respect of the cash balances on the basis that they are held at a reputable financial institution.

Security, Safety, Health and Environmental Risk ("SSHE')

The Group places great importance and focus upon the safety and health of its customers, its employees and all others whom may be affected by its business activities.

Environmental awareness in respect of the storage, handling, sale and distribution of petroleum products has a high profile within the Group and the Directors are aware of the environmental contamination risks arising from these activities.

Environmental contamination and the risks associated are well know to the Directors and considered of paramount importance. The Group continues to operate under strict regulations in relation to Environmental safety.

On the fuels front we monitor all our tanks, pipelines, and dispensers both inhouse and via an external professional Company to ensure zero tolerance to any pollution.

Product, Price and Volatility Risk

The Directors recognises that the Group's input prices are influenced by movements on global prices for crude oil and wholesale refined products. To manage the volatility, risk the Directors monitor input prices daily and competitor retail prices, stocks are monitored by a specialist 3rd party operation.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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Electric Vehicles and EV Charging Stations

A key strategy which is under constant review is the development of our EV offering across our portfolio in readiness of the Government 2035 target. We can confirm that an agreement in principle to roll out EV Stations at least 14 of our locations to start with. Further we have spoken to several suppliers and have commissioned one of these to do a FULL review of the Company network and report on potential charging points installation.

Our Operating /Employee Partners

We believe that people make the difference. We treat one another with respect and dignity. Individuals at all levels of the business feel valued and valuable. We provide ample opportunities for professional growth and development. We are an equal opportunity employer.

Customers

Key Interests

Methods of Engagement

Contract Agents

Key Interests

Methods of Engagement

Culture

 

The Group remains in total control and ownership of the family. The second generation of family members form key strategic positions within the Group’s Management structure with succession planning fully considered for the long term. The other senior positions are held by employees who have been with the Company since set up in 2011. They have known the Directors over two decades and so are like extended family.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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Future Developments

The group continues to seek further strategic locations and is at present in advanced negotiations with several dealers.

 

The directors are confident in projecting a robust trading performance for the coming year and are also positive on the acquisition front.

 

Key performance indicators

The group's performance improved during the current year.

 

 

 

Year to

 

 

 

Year to

 

30 April 2023

30 April 2022

Gross profit margin

8.4%

8.3%

 

Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation

£8,752,817

£7,123,826

 

Promoting the success of the company

Section 172(1) statement

Section 414CZA(1) of the Companies Act 2006 requires the directors to explain how they have considered the matters set out in section 172(1) (a) to (f) of the Companies Act 2006 (‘S172 (1)’) when performing their duty to promote the success of the group. When making decisions, the directors ensure that they act in the way that would most likely promote the group’s success for the benefit of its members as a whole, and in doing so have regard (amongst other matters) to the following matters:

 

(a) The likely consequences of any decision in the long term

The directors understand the business and the evolving environment in which the group operates. The group’s strategy is to continue to acquire quality sites to add to the portfolio that complement the existing network and enable the group to benefit from further economies of scale.

 

(b) The interests of the group’s employees

The directors recognise that the success of the business depends on attracting, retaining and motivating high quality employees. The directors take into account the implications of decisions which may affect their perception as a responsible employer, on determining remuneration and benefits, and on providing a healthy and safe workplace environment, where relevant. See details above for employees key interests and methods of engagement.

 

(c) The need to foster the group's business relationships with suppliers, customers and others

The directors seek to promote strong mutually beneficial relationships with suppliers, customers and contract agents. Such general principles are critical in the delivery of the group's strategy. The group has established successful relationships with its suppliers and contract agents. The group insists on transparency in all areas including cost, delivery and problem solving. Our supply chain partners and the group have a strong relationship built around commitment and understanding relating to these criteria and believe communication is key to maintaining these relationships. When making principal decisions, the directors also consider near-term demand and how customers' priorities might change over a longer period of time, including effect of the COVID-19 pandemic and the use of electric vehicles.

 

(d) The impact of the group’s operations on the community and the environment

The group is committed to understanding the interests of these stakeholder groups. The directors receive information on these topics on a periodic basis to provide relevant information for specific board decisions.

 

(e) The desirability of the group maintaining a reputation for high standards of business conduct

The directors recognise the importance of acting in ways which promote high standards of business conduct. Internal risk assessments are periodically carried out at each petrol station site to ensure that high standards are maintained both within the businesses and the business relationships the company has with stakeholders.

 

(f) The need to act fairly as between members of the group

We are an independent group. The directors aim to act fairly between the group’s members when delivering the group’s strategy.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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On behalf of the board

S R Sejpal
Director
31 January 2024
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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The directors present their annual report and financial statements for the year ended 30 April 2023.

Principal activities

The principal activity of the company and group continued to be that of the ownership and management of commission operated petrol stations.

Results and dividends

The results for the year are set out on page 14.

No ordinary dividends were paid. The directors do not recommend payment of a final dividend.

Directors

The directors who held office during the year and up to the date of signature of the financial statements were as follows:

S R Sejpal
L K Sejpal
(Appointed 1 October 2022)
Financial instruments

There are considered to be no matters concerning financial risk which are material to the assessment of the assets, liabilities, financial position and results of the group.

Post reporting date events

On 2 May 2023 the group completed on the acquisition of a filling station, for consideration of £4,475,000.

On 30 October 2023, the group entered into a new office lease. Annual rent is £55,500 per annum, with a lease term of 10 years.

On 22 September 2023, the group completed on the acquisition of two filling stations, for consideration of £5,000,000.

Included within bank loans at the balance sheet date are amounts of £22,316,400 which the company repaid following refinancing. New bank facilities totalling £32,300,000 were agreed with a new lender on 2 October 2023.

Auditor

The auditor, HW Fisher LLP, is deemed to be reappointed under section 487(2) of the Companies Act 2006.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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Energy and carbon report

The below figures are for the period between 1 May 2022 to 30 April 2023 (with the appropriate comparatives).

 

The total energy used by the group during the year ended 30 April 2023: 3,616,104 kWh (2022: 4,298,017 kWH). The associated carbon emissions in this period totalled 759 tCO₂e (2022: 995 tCO₂e).

Energy consumption
kWh
kWh
Aggregate of energy consumption in the year
- Fuel consumed for transport
119,590
- Electricity purchased
3,496,514
3,616,104
Emissions of CO2 equivalent
Metric tonnes
Metric tonnes
Scope 1 - direct emissions
- Gas combustion
-
- Fuel consumed for owned transport
25.00
25.00
Scope 2 - indirect emissions
- Electricity purchased
730.00
Scope 3 - other indirect emissions
- Fuel consumed for transport not owned by the company
4.00
Total gross emissions
759.00
Intensity ratio
Tonnes CO2e per £'000,000 turnover
6.6
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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Platinum Retail Ltd have chosen to report on the following key items within their boundary:

• Scope 1 Emissions

- Transport – Company Owned Fleet

• Scope 2 Emissions

- Building Electricity Consumption

• Scope 3 Emissions

- Transport – Grey Fleet

 

Building energy

 

The building energy data has been calculated using monthly energy data provided by the Operations Manager.

 

 

Fuel

22/23 Energy Consumption

kWh

21/22Energy Consumption

kWh

22/23 Carbon Emissions (tCO2e)

21/22Carbon Emissions (tCO2e)

% Decrease kWh

% Decrease (tCO2e)

Building Electricity

3,496,514

4,218,600

730

975

17%

25%

 

The above table highlights a decrease of 17% and 25% for energy consumption and carbon emissions respectively.

 

 

Company Fleet

 

Fuel usage associated with the fleet vehicles has been populated from the use of annual mileage reports provided by the Operations Manager.

 

Fuel

22/23 Energy Consumption

kWh

21/22 Energy Consumption

kWh

22/23 Carbon Emissions (tCO2e)

21/22 Carbon Emissions (tCO2e)

% Increase kWh

% Increase (tCO2e)

Company Fleet

102,892

26,414

25

7

290 %

273%

 

 

The above table highlights a year on year increase of 290% and 273% for both energy consumption and carbon emissions respectively.

 

Grey fleet

 

Grey fleet data has been sourced from a fuel expenses breakdown that have been submitted by the relevant employee during the reporting period. This information has also been provided by the Operations Manager for the agreed reporting period.

 

Fuel

22/23 Energy Consumption

kWh

21/22 Energy Consumption

kWh

22/23 Carbon Emissions (tCO2e)

21/22 Carbon Emissions (tCO2e)

% Decrease kWh

% Decrease (tCO2e)

Grey Fleet

16,698

53,003

4

13

68%

69%

 

The above table highlights a year on year decrease of 68% and 69% for fuel consumption and carbon emissions respectively.

 

 

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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Intensity measurement

The intensity metrics that are being used for this current report are energy (kwh) per £'000,000 turnover and carbon emissions (tCO₂e) per £'000,000 turnover. The intensity metrics that are being used for the prior years report are energy (kwh) per square meter (m²) and carbon emissions (tCO₂e) per m², relating to the floor areas of the 30 service stations.

 

Overall energy usage is 31,672 kWh per £'000,000 turnover (2022: 415 kWh per m²).

 

Carbon emissions equate to 6.6 tCO₂e per £'000,000 turnover (2022: 0.1 tCO₂e per m²).

 

The above metrics include for all building and transport energy.

Measures taken to improve energy efficiency

As a result of the production of the SECR reports for the 2019/20, 2020/21, 2021/22 and 2022/23 periods, Platinum Retail will be reviewing what action can be taken to reduce their carbon footprint further. The measures to be considered and evaluated could include the following:

Strategic Report

The group has chosen in accordance with Companies Act 2006, s. 414C(11) to set out in the group's strategic report information required by Large and Medium-sized Companies and Groups (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008, Sch. 7 to be contained in the directors' report. It has done so in respect of business relationships and future developments.

 

Refer to part (c) of the Section 172(1) statement in the Strategic Report of these financial statements for details of how the company fosters business relationships with suppliers, customers and others.

Statement of disclosure to auditor

So far as each person who was a director at the date of approving this report is aware, there is no relevant audit information of which the auditor of the group and company is unaware. Additionally, the directors have taken all the necessary steps that they ought to have taken as directors in order to make themselves aware of all relevant audit information and to establish that the auditor of the group and company is aware of that information.

On behalf of the board
S R Sejpal
Director
31 January 2024
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITIES STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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The directors are responsible for preparing the Annual Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.

 

Company law requires the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice (United Kingdom Accounting Standards and applicable law). Under company law the directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the group and company, and of the profit or loss of the group for that period. In preparing these financial statements, the directors are required to:

 

 

The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the group’s and company’s transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the group and company and enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the group and company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
TO THE MEMBERS OF PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
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Opinion

We have audited the financial statements of Platinum Retail Limited (the 'parent company') and its subsidiaries (the 'group') for the year ended 30 April 2023 which comprise the group profit and loss account, the group statement of comprehensive income, the group balance sheet, the company balance sheet, the group statement of changes in equity, the company statement of changes in equity, the group statement of cash flows and notes to the financial statements, including significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including FRS 102 The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).

In our opinion the financial statements:

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the FRC’s Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Conclusions relating to going concern

In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.

 

Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the group's and parent company’s ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.

 

Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the directors with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.

Other information

The other information comprises the information included in the annual report other than the financial statements and our auditor's report thereon. The directors are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.

 

We have nothing to report in this regard.

Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006

In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of our audit:

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
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Matters on which we are required to report by exception

In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the group and the parent company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified material misstatements in the strategic report and the directors' report.

 

We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Companies Act 2006 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:

Responsibilities of directors

As explained more fully in the directors' responsibilities statement, the directors are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the director determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

 

In preparing the financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing the group's and the parent company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the group or the parent company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor's responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud, is detailed below.

 

As part of our planning process:

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT (CONTINUED)
TO THE MEMBERS OF PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
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The key procedures we undertook to detect irregularities including fraud during the course of the audit included:

 

Owing to the inherent limitations of an audit, there is an unavoidable risk that we may not have detected some material misstatements in the financial statements even though we have properly planned and performed our audit in accordance with auditing standards. The primary responsibility for the prevention and detection of irregularities and fraud rests with the directors.

 

A further description of our responsibilities is available on the Financial Reporting Council’s website at: https://www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor's report.

Use of our report

This report is made solely to the company’s members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the company’s members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor's report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the company and the company’s members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.

Darshna Choudhury (Senior Statutory Auditor)
For and on behalf of HW Fisher LLP
Chartered Accountants
Statutory Auditor
Acre House
11-15 William Road
London
NW1 3ER
United Kingdom
31 January 2024
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
GROUP PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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2023
2022
Notes
£
£
Turnover
3
115,825,844
89,602,023
Cost of sales
(106,100,618)
(82,164,045)
Gross profit
9,725,226
7,437,978
Administrative expenses
(5,397,436)
(4,459,116)
Other operating income
2,301,132
2,048,158
Operating profit
4
6,628,922
5,027,020
Interest receivable and similar income
8
53,182
-
Interest payable and similar expenses
9
(1,481,787)
(579,620)
Profit before taxation
5,200,317
4,447,400
Tax on profit
10
(1,474,261)
(1,281,132)
Profit for the financial year
3,726,056
3,166,268
Profit for the financial year is all attributable to the owners of the parent company.
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
GROUP STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
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2023
2022
£
£
Profit for the year
3,726,056
3,166,268
Other comprehensive income
Revaluation of tangible fixed assets
-
12,099,948
Tax relating to other comprehensive income
-
(5,399,249)
Other comprehensive income for the year
-
6,700,699
Total comprehensive income for the year
3,726,056
9,866,967
Total comprehensive income for the year is all attributable to the owners of the parent company.
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
GROUP BALANCE SHEET
AS AT
30 APRIL 2023
30 April 2023
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2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Negative goodwill
11
(52,493)
(59,815)
Other intangible assets
11
497,560
570,043
Total intangible assets
445,067
510,228
Tangible assets
12
104,359,993
84,866,236
104,805,060
85,376,464
Current assets
Stocks
15
2,473,195
2,314,548
Debtors
16
10,570,884
3,316,601
Cash at bank and in hand
2,493,112
2,200,385
15,537,191
7,831,534
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
17
(16,648,809)
(9,946,647)
Net current liabilities
(1,111,618)
(2,115,113)
Total assets less current liabilities
103,693,442
83,261,351
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
18
(43,777,917)
(27,103,916)
Provisions for liabilities
Deferred tax liability
20
10,694,649
10,662,615
(10,694,649)
(10,662,615)
Net assets
49,220,876
45,494,820
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
22
123
123
Share premium account
7,443,108
7,443,108
Revaluation reserve
26,279,573
27,221,748
Profit and loss reserves
15,498,072
10,829,841
Total equity
49,220,876
45,494,820
The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on
31 January 2024
31 January 2024
and are signed on its behalf by:
S R Sejpal
Director
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
COMPANY BALANCE SHEET
AS AT
30 APRIL 2023
30 April 2023
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2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets
12
50,661,604
39,762,770
Investments
13
9,085,954
9,085,954
59,747,558
48,848,724
Current assets
Stocks
15
1,413,951
1,304,048
Debtors
16
13,152,710
6,889,014
Cash at bank and in hand
1,306,301
671,087
15,872,962
8,864,149
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
17
(10,849,300)
(5,291,530)
Net current assets
5,023,662
3,572,619
Total assets less current liabilities
64,771,220
52,421,343
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
18
(20,633,498)
(9,973,690)
Provisions for liabilities
Deferred tax liability
20
5,688,226
5,845,301
(5,688,226)
(5,845,301)
Net assets
38,449,496
36,602,352
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
22
123
123
Share premium account
7,443,108
7,443,108
Revaluation reserve
19,050,069
19,647,188
Profit and loss reserves
11,956,196
9,511,933
Total equity
38,449,496
36,602,352

As permitted by s408 Companies Act 2006, the company has not presented its own profit and loss account and related notes. The company’s profit for the year was £1,847,144 (2022 - £1,514,020 profit).

The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on
31 January 2024
31 January 2024
and are signed on its behalf by:
S R Sejpal
Director
Company Registration No. 07800291
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
GROUP STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 18 -
Share capital
Share premium account
Revaluation reserve
Profit and loss reserves
Total
Notes
£
£
£
£
£
Balance at 1 May 2021
100
-
20,242,138
7,942,484
28,184,722
Year ended 30 April 2022:
Profit for the year
-
-
-
3,166,268
3,166,268
Other comprehensive income:
Revaluation of tangible fixed assets
-
-
12,099,948
-
12,099,948
Tax relating to other comprehensive income
-
-
(4,458,876)
(940,373)
(5,399,249)
Total comprehensive income for the year
-
-
7,641,072
2,225,895
9,866,967
Issue of share capital
22
23
7,443,108
-
-
7,443,131
Transfers
-
-
(661,462)
661,462
-
Balance at 30 April 2022
123
7,443,108
27,221,748
10,829,841
45,494,820
Year ended 30 April 2023:
Profit and total comprehensive income for the year
-
-
-
3,726,056
3,726,056
Transfers
-
-
(942,175)
942,175
-
Balance at 30 April 2023
123
7,443,108
26,279,573
15,498,072
49,220,876
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
COMPANY STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 19 -
Share capital
Share premium account
Revaluation reserve
Profit and loss reserves
Total
Notes
£
£
£
£
£
Balance at 1 May 2021
100
-
16,628,790
7,661,452
24,290,342
Year ended 30 April 2022:
Profit for the year
-
-
-
1,514,020
1,514,020
Other comprehensive income:
Revaluation of tangible fixed assets
-
-
5,686,380
-
5,686,380
Tax relating to other comprehensive income
-
-
(2,331,521)
-
(2,331,521)
Total comprehensive income for the year
-
-
3,354,859
1,514,020
4,868,879
Issue of share capital
22
23
7,443,108
-
-
7,443,131
Transfers
-
-
(336,461)
336,461
-
Balance at 30 April 2022
123
7,443,108
19,647,188
9,511,933
36,602,352
Year ended 30 April 2023:
Profit and total comprehensive income for the year
-
-
-
1,847,144
1,847,144
Transfers
-
-
(597,119)
597,119
-
Balance at 30 April 2023
123
7,443,108
19,050,069
11,956,196
38,449,496
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
GROUP STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 20 -
2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations
27
4,441,756
9,757,788
Interest paid
(1,481,787)
(579,620)
Income taxes paid
(1,048,615)
(1,239,773)
Net cash inflow from operating activities
1,911,354
7,938,395
Investing activities
Purchase of business
-
(4,455,226)
Purchase of tangible fixed assets
(21,552,491)
(9,645,112)
Loans settled on purchase of subsidiaries
-
(1,697,411)
Loans made (to)/by directors
2,874,996
(3,226,863)
Loans made to third parties
(500,000)
-
Interest received
22,500
-
Net cash used in investing activities
(19,154,995)
(19,024,612)
Financing activities
Proceeds of new bank loans
31,523,155
19,525,000
Repayment of bank loans
(13,707,986)
(8,348,112)
Payment of finance leases obligations
-
(27,542)
Net cash generated from financing activities
17,815,169
11,149,346
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents
571,528
63,129
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
1,921,584
1,858,455
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
2,493,112
1,921,584
Relating to:
Cash at bank and in hand
2,493,112
2,200,385
Bank overdrafts included in creditors payable within one year
-
(278,801)
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 21 -
1
Accounting policies
Company information

Platinum Retail Limited (“the company”) is a private limited company domiciled and incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is The Hollies, Chorleywood Road, Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, WD3 4ER.

 

The group consists of Platinum Retail Limited and all of its subsidiaries.

1.1
Accounting convention

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the requirements of the Companies Act 2006.

The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the company. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include the revaluation of freehold and leasehold properties. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.

The company is a qualifying entity for the purposes of FRS 102, being a member of a group where the parent of that group prepares publicly available consolidated financial statements, including this company, which are intended to give a true and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit or loss of the group. The company has therefore taken advantage of exemptions from the following disclosure requirements for parent company information presented within the consolidated financial statements:

 

1.2
Basis of consolidation

The cost of a business combination is the fair value at the acquisition date of the assets given, equity instruments issued and liabilities incurred or assumed, plus costs directly attributable to the business combination. The excess of the cost of a business combination over the fair value of the identifiable assets, liabilities and contingent liabilities acquired is recognised as goodwill. The cost of the combination includes the estimated amount of contingent consideration that is probable and can be measured reliably, and is adjusted for changes in contingent consideration after the acquisition date. Provisional fair values recognised for business combinations in previous periods are adjusted retrospectively for final fair values determined in the 12 months following the acquisition date. Investments in subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates are accounted for at cost less impairment.

 

Deferred tax is recognised on differences between the value of assets (other than goodwill) and liabilities recognised in a business combination accounted for using the purchase method and the amounts that can be deducted or assessed for tax, considering the manner in which the carrying amount of the asset or liability is expected to be recovered or settled. The deferred tax recognised is adjusted against goodwill or negative goodwill.

The consolidated group financial statements consist of the financial statements of the parent company Platinum Retail Limited together with all entities controlled by the parent company (its subsidiaries).

 

All financial statements are made up to 30 April 2023. Where necessary, adjustments are made to the financial statements of subsidiaries to bring the accounting policies used into line with those used by other members of the group.

 

All intra-group transactions and balances between group companies are eliminated on consolidation.

Subsidiaries are consolidated in the group’s financial statements from the date that control commences until the date that control ceases.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 22 -
1.3
Going concern

The group has net current liabilities of £1,111,618 after taking into account an amount, included in other creditors, of £2,789,109 owed to the director. The director has confirmed that he will continue to provide financial support to the group for as long as this is necessary.

 

The company has net current assets of £5,023,662 after taking into account an amount, included in other creditors, of £2,789,109 owed to the director. The director has confirmed that he will continue to provide financial support to the company for as long as this is necessary.

 

Accordingly, at the time of approving the financial statements, the director has a reasonable expectation that the group has adequate resources to continue in operation for the foreseeable future, with the continued support of the director. Thus the director continues to adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the financial statements.

1.4
Turnover

Turnover is recognised at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for goods and services provided in the normal course of business, and is shown net of VAT and other sales related taxes.

Revenue from the sale of petrol is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer, the amount of revenue can be measured reliably, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the entity and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably. This occurs at the point the buyer has used the petrol pump to fill their tank.

1.5
Intangible fixed assets - negative goodwill

Negative goodwill represents the excess of the fair value of net assets acquired over the price paid for acquisition of a business. It is initially recognised as an asset at cost and is subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortisation. Negative goodwill is considered to have a finite useful life and is amortised on a systematic basis over the period which the benefit is expected, which is 10 years.

1.6
Intangible fixed assets

Intangible assets acquired on business combinations are recognised separately from goodwill at the acquisition date where it is probable that the expected future economic benefits that are attributable to the asset will flow to the entity and the fair value of the asset can be measured reliably; the intangible asset arises from contractual or other legal rights; and the intangible asset is separable from the entity.

Amortisation is recognised so as to write off the cost of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Goodwill
Straight line over 10 years
1.7
Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.

Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:

Freehold buildings
2% Straight line
Leasehold buildings
5% Straight line
Plant and equipment
5-15% Straight line
Fixtures and fittings
20% Reducing balance
Motor vehicles
20-25% Reducing balance
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 23 -

Freehold land is not depreciated.

 

The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is recognised in the profit and loss account.

1.8
Fixed asset investments

In the parent company financial statements, investments in subsidiaries and jointly controlled entities are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost less any accumulated impairment losses.

A subsidiary is an entity controlled by the group. Control is the power to govern the financial and operating policies of the entity so as to obtain benefits from its activities.

1.9
Impairment of fixed assets

At each reporting period end date, the group reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.

1.10
Stocks

The stock figure per the accounts is comprised of wet stock, i.e. fuel.

 

Wet stock is valued at the most recent purchase cost, based on prevailing fuel prices at the year end.

At each reporting date, an assessment is made for impairment. Any excess of the carrying amount of stocks over its estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell is recognised as an impairment loss in profit or loss. Reversals of impairment losses are also recognised in profit or loss.

1.11
Financial instruments

The group 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 group's balance sheet when the group becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.

 

Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amounts presented in the financial statements when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Basic financial assets

Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 24 -
Impairment of financial assets

Financial assets, other than those held at fair value through profit and loss, are assessed for indicators of impairment at each reporting end date.

 

Financial assets are impaired where there is objective evidence that, as a result of one or more events that occurred after the initial recognition of the financial asset, the estimated future cash flows have been affected. If an asset is impaired, the impairment loss is the difference between the carrying amount and the present value of the estimated cash flows discounted at the asset’s original effective interest rate. The impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss.

 

If there is a decrease in the impairment loss arising from an event occurring after the impairment was recognised, the impairment is reversed. The reversal is such that the current carrying amount does not exceed what the carrying amount would have been, had the impairment not previously been recognised. The impairment reversal is recognised in profit or loss.

Derecognition of financial assets

Financial assets are derecognised only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire or are settled, or when the group transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to another entity, or if some significant risks and rewards of ownership are retained but control of the asset has transferred to another party that is able to sell the asset in its entirety to an unrelated third party.

Classification of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the group after deducting all of its liabilities.

Basic financial liabilities

Basic financial liabilities, including creditors and bank loans are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.

 

Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.

 

Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Financial liabilities are derecognised when the group's contractual obligations expire or are discharged or cancelled.

1.12
Taxation

The tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.

Current tax

The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from net profit as reported in the profit and loss account because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and it further excludes items that are never taxable or deductible. The group’s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting end date.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
1
Accounting policies
(Continued)
- 25 -
Deferred tax

Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all timing differences and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the timing difference arises from goodwill or from the initial recognition of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the tax profit nor the accounting profit.

 

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each reporting end date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset is realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited in the profit and loss account, except when it relates to items charged or credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is also dealt with in equity. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset if, and only if, there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and the deferred tax assets and liabilities relate to taxes levied by the same tax authority.

1.13
Employee benefits

The costs of short-term employee benefits are recognised as a liability and an expense.

1.14
Retirement benefits

Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.

1.15
Leases

Rentals payable under operating leases, including any lease incentives received, are charged to profit or loss on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease except where another more systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leased asset are consumed.

Rental income from operating leases is recognised on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term.

1.16
Government grants

Government grants, which include the amounts received from the Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme that cover interest and fees payable to the lender, are recognised at the fair value of the grant received or receivable when there is reasonable assurance that the grant conditions will be met and the grants will be received. The income is recognised in other income on a systematic basis over the periods in which the associated costs are incurred, using the accrual model.

1.17

Rates holiday

Business rates holidays received are set off against the applicable rate expense for the period covered by the holiday.

1.18

Commissions receivable

Amounts included within other operating income relate to commissions receivable from site operators. Income is recognised on an accruals basis determined by a daily charge as set out in operator agreements between the parties.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 26 -
2
Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty

In the application of the group’s accounting policies, the directors are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

 

The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.

Critical judgements

The following judgements (apart from those involving estimates) have had the most significant effect on amounts recognised in the financial statements.

Valuation of investments

At the end of each financial year, the directors assess investments in subsidiaries for any indicators of impairment. The directors believe that there are no indicators of impairment as the subsidiaries continue to trade profitably and have a net asset position at the year end.

Recoverability of intercompany debtors

Amounts owed from the group are assessed for the recoverability of the balance. The directors believe this balance to be recoverable due to subsidiary undertakings remaining to trade profitably and having a net asset position at the year end.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
2
Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty
(Continued)
- 27 -
Key sources of estimation uncertainty

The estimates and assumptions which have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amount of assets and liabilities are as follows.

Deferred tax

Deferred tax is calculated at the expected future tax rate. Tax rates are subject to change and thus this estimate is subject to change in future periods.

Amortisation of goodwill

The directors have carried out an assessment of useful life of goodwill and it has been determined that 10 years is an appropriate amortisation policy.

Impairment of goodwill

Goodwill is tested for impairment annually and whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of goodwill has been impaired, for example due to a changed business climate.  In order to determine if the value of goodwill has been impaired, the group relies on a number of factors, including historical results, business plans, forecasts and market data. Changes in the conditions for these judgements and estimates can significantly affect the assessed value of goodwill and its recoverable amount.

Valuation of freehold and leasehold land and buildings

The directors have determined the fair value of the freehold and leasehold land and buildings as at 30 April 2023, using the EBITDA multiple method. A number of properties owned by the group were valued during the year by an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors. The directors have considered the valuation bases as applied by the independent firm of Chartered surveyors and supplemented this with the director’s industry experience and economic factors, to determine the fair value of all freehold and leasehold land and buildings.

Depreciation on freehold buildings

The group and company recognises depreciation at 2% straight line on its freehold buildings. The land value attributed to the company's land and buildings has been estimated at 10%, therefore depreciation is only charged on the remaining 90% which is the estimated cost of the buildings. This estimate is based on the expected value of the land element of the property based on the remedial work required and restrictions on development meaning the inherent value is significantly less than that of the building.

3
Turnover and other revenue
2023
2022
£
£
Turnover analysed by class of business
Petrol
115,825,844
89,602,023
2023
2022
£
£
Other revenue
Interest income
53,182
-
Commissions received
1,891,351
1,571,127
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
3
Turnover and other revenue
(Continued)
- 28 -
2023
2022
£
£
Turnover analysed by geographical market
United Kingdom
115,825,844
89,602,023
4
Operating profit
2023
2022
£
£
Operating profit for the year is stated after charging/(crediting):
Depreciation of owned tangible fixed assets
2,058,734
1,387,650
Depreciation of tangible fixed assets held under finance leases
-
20,522
Release of negative goodwill
(7,322)
(6,006)
Operating lease charges
298,670
207,419
5
Auditor's remuneration
2023
2022
Fees payable to the company's auditor and associates:
£
£
For audit services
Audit of the financial statements of the group and company
37,500
38,500
Audit of the financial statements of the company's subsidiaries
52,500
42,364
90,000
80,864
For other services
All other non-audit services
11,854
15,105
6
Employees

The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the group and company during the year was:

Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
Number
Number
Number
Number
Administrative
4
3
4
3
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
6
Employees
(Continued)
- 29 -

Their aggregate remuneration comprised:

Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
Wages and salaries
249,892
119,000
249,892
119,000
Social security costs
22,001
12,180
22,001
12,180
Pension costs
3,296
3,083
3,296
3,083
275,189
134,263
275,189
134,263
7
Directors' remuneration
2023
2022
£
£
Remuneration for qualifying services
38,333
35,833
8
Interest receivable and similar income
2023
2022
£
£
Interest income
Other interest income
53,182
-
9
Interest payable and similar expenses
2023
2022
£
£
Interest on bank overdrafts and loans
1,481,787
579,620
10
Taxation
2023
2022
£
£
Current tax
UK corporation tax on profits for the current period
1,432,500
1,252,965
Deferred tax
Origination and reversal of timing differences
41,761
28,167
Total tax charge
1,474,261
1,281,132

From 1 April 2023 the main rate of corporation tax increased to 25%, previously 19%.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
10
Taxation
(Continued)
- 30 -

The actual charge for the year can be reconciled to the expected charge for the year based on the profit or loss and the standard rate of tax as follows:

2023
2022
£
£
Profit before taxation
5,200,317
4,447,400
Expected tax charge based on the standard rate of corporation tax in the UK of 19.49% (2022: 19.00%)
1,013,542
845,006
Tax effect of expenses that are not deductible in determining taxable profit
24,680
28,614
Permanent capital allowances in excess of depreciation
26,506
16,441
Depreciation on assets not qualifying for tax allowances
350,667
227,169
Amortisation on assets not qualifying for tax allowances
12,700
130,840
Fixed asset timing differences
42,063
33,062
Other tax adjustments
4,103
-
Taxation charge
1,474,261
1,281,132

In addition to the amount charged to the profit and loss account, the following amounts relating to tax have been recognised directly in other comprehensive income:

2023
2022
£
£
Deferred tax arising on:
Revaluation of property
-
4,458,876
Actuarial differences recognised as other comprehensive income
-
940,373
-
5,399,249
11
Intangible fixed assets
Group
Negative goodwill
Goodwill
Total
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 May 2022 and 30 April 2023
(73,214)
735,416
662,202
Amortisation and impairment
At 1 May 2022
(13,399)
165,373
151,974
Amortisation charged for the year
(7,322)
72,483
65,161
At 30 April 2023
(20,721)
237,856
217,135
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
11
Intangible fixed assets
(Continued)
- 31 -
Carrying amount
At 30 April 2023
(52,493)
497,560
445,067
At 30 April 2022
(59,815)
570,043
510,228
The company had no intangible fixed assets at 30 April 2023 or 30 April 2022.

The group recognised negative goodwill which arose from the acquisition of the following subsidiaries:

 

The group recognised goodwill which arose from the acquisitions of the following subsidiaries:

12
Tangible fixed assets
Group
Freehold buildings
Leasehold buildings
Plant and equipment
Fixtures and fittings
Motor vehicles
Total
£
£
£
£
£
£
Cost or valuation
At 1 May 2022
82,113,951
1,913,449
966,379
1,365,493
29,773
86,389,045
Additions
20,567,068
809,564
72,776
103,083
-
21,552,491
At 30 April 2023
102,681,019
2,723,013
1,039,155
1,468,576
29,773
107,941,536
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 May 2022
-
-
604,707
900,602
17,500
1,522,809
Depreciation charged in the year
1,786,436
12,781
106,572
149,876
3,069
2,058,734
At 30 April 2023
1,786,436
12,781
711,279
1,050,478
20,569
3,581,543
Carrying amount
At 30 April 2023
100,894,583
2,710,232
327,876
418,098
9,204
104,359,993
At 30 April 2022
82,113,951
1,913,449
361,672
464,891
12,273
84,866,236
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
12
Tangible fixed assets
(Continued)
- 32 -
Company
Freehold buildings
Leasehold buildings
Fixtures and fittings
Motor vehicles
Total
£
£
£
£
£
Cost or valuation
At 1 May 2022
37,449,620
1,913,449
1,245,623
29,773
40,638,465
Additions
11,094,900
809,564
86,283
-
11,990,747
At 30 April 2023
48,544,520
2,723,013
1,331,906
29,773
52,629,212
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 May 2022
-
-
858,195
17,500
875,695
Depreciation charged in the year
939,748
12,781
136,315
3,069
1,091,913
At 30 April 2023
939,748
12,781
994,510
20,569
1,967,608
Carrying amount
At 30 April 2023
47,604,772
2,710,232
337,396
9,204
50,661,604
At 30 April 2022
37,449,620
1,913,449
387,428
12,273
39,762,770

The carrying value of land and buildings comprises:

Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
Freehold
100,894,583
82,113,951
47,604,772
37,449,620
Short leasehold
2,710,232
1,913,449
2,710,232
1,913,449
103,604,815
84,027,400
50,315,004
39,363,069

The net carrying value of tangible fixed assets includes the following in respect of assets held under finance leases or hire purchase contracts.

Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
Fixtures and fittings
20,489
31,066
20,489
31,066
Motor vehicles
8,237
10,983
8,237
10,983
28,726
42,049
28,726
42,049

In all group companies, being the parent and its subsidiaries, the properties were valued at fair value by the directors at 30 April 2023 using the EBITDA multiple method. The directors have considered the valuation bases as applied an independent firm of Chartered surveyors and supplemented this with the director’s industry experience and economic factors, to determine the fair value of all freehold and leasehold land and buildings. The directors believe that there is no amendment to the value of the properties this year.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
12
Tangible fixed assets
(Continued)
- 33 -

Freehold and leasehold land and buildings in the group are carried at valuation. If freehold and leasehold property was measured using the cost model, the carrying amounts would have been approximately £62,621,899 (2022: £42,301,342), being cost £65,756,649 (2022: £44,528,518) and depreciation £3,134,750 (2022: £2,227,176).

 

Freehold and leasehold land and buildings in the company are carried at valuation. If freehold and leasehold property was measured using the cost model, the carrying amounts would have been approximately £25,309,140 (2022: £13,888,919), being cost £27,165,601 (2022: £15,409,638) and depreciation £1,856,461 (2022: £1,520,719).

13
Fixed asset investments
Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Investments in subsidiaries
14
-
-
9,085,954
9,085,954
Movements in fixed asset investments
Company
Shares in group undertakings
£
Cost or valuation
At 1 May 2022 and 30 April 2023
9,085,954
Carrying amount
At 30 April 2023
9,085,954
At 30 April 2022
9,085,954
14
Subsidiaries

Details of the company's subsidiaries at 30 April 2023 are as follows:

Name of undertaking
Address
Nature of business
Class of
% Held
shares held
Direct
Indirect
The Dearnside Motor Company Limited
1
Petrol Station
Ordinary
100
-
J Bros (Investments) Limited
1
Petrol Station
Ordinary
100
-
Linvick Limited
1
Petrol Station
Ordinary
-
100
R. O'Leary Limited
1
Petrol Station
Ordinary
-
100
Dove Retail Limited
1
Petrol Station
Ordinary
-
100
Lockwood Filling Station Limited
1
In liquidation
Ordinary
-
100

Registered office addresses (all UK unless otherwise indicated):

1
The Hollies, Chorleywood Road, Rickmansworth, Herts, England, WD3 4ER
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
14
Subsidiaries
(Continued)
- 34 -

The trade and assets of Lockwood Filling Station Limited were hived up into J Bros (Investments) Limited following the acquisition of the company in the prior year. Lockwood Filling Station Limited has remained dormant following the hive up and is currently in liquidation.

15
Stocks
Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
Finished goods and goods for resale
2,473,195
2,314,548
1,413,951
1,304,048
16
Debtors
Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
£
£
Trade debtors
2,974,996
2,045,326
1,444,736
933,909
Amounts owed by group undertakings
-
-
10,119,040
5,049,583
Other debtors
7,127,216
726,545
1,318,256
558,235
Prepayments and accrued income
468,672
544,730
270,678
347,287
10,570,884
3,316,601
13,152,710
6,889,014
17
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Bank loans and overdrafts
19
3,003,035
2,140,668
1,682,902
1,150,276
Trade creditors
7,265,992
5,676,217
3,857,457
2,793,406
Amounts owed to group undertakings
-
-
526,972
450,388
Corporation tax payable
1,298,893
905,281
656,257
303,802
Other taxation and social security
417,882
301,686
243,420
126,067
Other creditors
4,155,536
601,412
3,479,704
240,003
Accruals and deferred income
507,471
321,383
402,588
227,588
16,648,809
9,946,647
10,849,300
5,291,530

Included in trade creditors is a balance of £nil (2022: £354,395) which is secured by a fixed and floating charge over The Dearnside Motor Company Limited's assets.

 

There is a fixed and floating charge over the freehold land and buildings of the whole group's assets in favour of the lenders to the group.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 35 -
18
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
Notes
£
£
£
£
Bank loans and overdrafts
19
43,777,917
27,103,916
20,633,498
9,973,690
Amounts included above which fall due after five years are as follows:
Payable by instalments
-
2,621,735
-
1,822,535
19
Loans and overdrafts
Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
Bank loans
46,780,952
28,965,783
22,316,400
10,845,165
Bank overdrafts
-
278,801
-
278,801
46,780,952
29,244,584
22,316,400
11,123,966
Payable within one year
3,003,035
2,140,668
1,682,902
1,150,276
Payable after one year
43,777,917
27,103,916
20,633,498
9,973,690

The group has four bank loans, two of which bear interest at 2.65% per annum plus base rate, one which bears interest at 2.75% per annum plus base rate and one which bears interest at 2.05% per annum plus base rate. The loans have repayment terms of between three and five years, repayable in monthly or quarterly instalments, comprising both capital and interest.

 

The bank loans are secured by a first legal charge over the freehold property, a fixed and floating charge over the assets of the company and a composite guarantee between the company and its subsidiary undertakings.

 

The director has provided a personal guarantee of £1million for loans in Platinum Retail Limited and J Bros (Investments) Limited respectively, and there is a cross guarantee in place between Platinum Retail Limited and J Bros (Investments) Limited and its subsidiaries, Linvick Limited and R. O'Leary Limited.

20
Deferred taxation

The following are the major deferred tax liabilities and assets recognised by the group and company, and movements thereon:

Liabilities
Liabilities
2023
2022
Group
£
£
Revaluations
10,597,700
10,527,569
Accelerated capital allowances
96,949
135,046
10,694,649
10,662,615
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
20
Deferred taxation
(Continued)
- 36 -
Liabilities
Liabilities
2023
2022
Company
£
£
Revaluations
5,646,476
5,769,148
Accelerated capital allowances
41,750
76,153
5,688,226
5,845,301
Group
Company
2023
2023
Movements in the year:
£
£
Liability at 1 May 2022
10,662,615
5,845,301
Charge/(credit) to profit or loss
32,034
(157,075)
Liability at 30 April 2023
10,694,649
5,688,226
21
Retirement benefit schemes
2023
2022
Defined contribution schemes
£
£
Charge to profit or loss in respect of defined contribution schemes
3,296
3,083

A defined contribution pension scheme is operated for all qualifying employees. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the group in an independently administered fund.

22
Share capital
2023
2022
2023
2022
Ordinary share capital
Number
Number
£
£
Issued and fully paid
Ordinary shares of £1 each
123
123
123
123
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 37 -
23
Operating lease commitments
Lessee

At the reporting end date the group had outstanding commitments for future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases, which fall due as follows:

Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
Within one year
230,800
195,264
230,800
195,264
Between two and five years
882,275
761,488
882,275
761,488
In over five years
833,575
1,002,918
833,575
1,002,918
1,946,650
1,959,670
1,946,650
1,959,670
Lessor

At the reporting end date the group had contracted with tenants for the following minimum lease payments:

Group
Company
2023
2022
2023
2022
£
£
£
£
Within one year
115,000
109,699
110,000
109,699
Between two and five years
440,000
440,000
440,000
440,000
In over five years
539,753
650,055
539,753
650,055
1,094,753
1,199,754
1,089,753
1,199,754
24
Events after the reporting date

On 2 May 2023 the group completed on the acquisition of a filling station, for consideration of £4,475,000.

On 30 October 2023, the group entered into a new office lease. Annual rent is £55,500 per annum, with a lease term of 10 years.

On 22 September 2023, the group completed on the acquisition of two filling stations, for consideration of £5,000,000.

Included within bank loans at the balance sheet date are amounts of £22,316,400 which the company repaid following refinancing. New bank facilities totalling £32,300,000 were agreed with a new lender on 2 October 2023.

PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 38 -
25
Related party transactions

Group

 

At the year end, £2,789,109 was owed to the directors by the group (2022: £85,887 was owed by the director to the group). During the year, interest of £39,000 (2022: £nil) was paid to one of the directors.

 

At year end, the company held a bank loan totalling £22,316,400. In addition to being secured against the freehold property in the group, it was additionally secured against a property owned personally by the director. During the year, the group paid £40,000 (2022: 40,000) rent on this property and at the year-end owed £46,275 (2022: £44,066) to directors relating to the property.

 

During the year the group paid £nil (2022: £4,151) in consulting fees to an individual who was appointed director during the year.

 

Company

 

At the year end, £2,789,109 was owed to the directors by the company (2022: £85,887 was owed by the director to the company).

 

At year end, the company held a bank loan totalling £22,316,400. In addition to being secured against the freehold property in the group, it was additionally secured against a property owned personally by the director. During the year, the company paid £40,000 (2022: 40,000) rent on this property and at the year-end owed £46,275 (2022: £44,066) to directors relating to the property.

 

During the year the company paid £nil (2022: £4,151) in consulting fees to an individual who was appointed director during the year.

26
Controlling party

The controlling party of the group is the director, S R Sejpal.

27
Cash generated from group operations
2023
2022
£
£
Profit for the year after tax
3,726,056
3,166,268
Adjustments for:
Taxation charged
1,474,261
1,281,132
Finance costs
1,481,787
579,620
Investment income
(53,182)
-
Amortisation and impairment of intangible assets
65,161
688,634
Depreciation and impairment of tangible fixed assets
2,058,734
1,408,172
Movements in working capital:
Increase in stocks
(158,647)
(1,307,334)
(Increase)/decrease in debtors
(6,809,488)
1,030,103
Increase in creditors
2,657,074
2,911,193
Cash generated from operations
4,441,756
9,757,788
PLATINUM RETAIL LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2023
- 39 -
28
Analysis of changes in net debt - group
1 May 2022
Cash flows
30 April 2023
£
£
£
Cash at bank and in hand
2,200,385
292,727
2,493,112
Bank overdrafts
(278,801)
278,801
-
1,921,584
571,528
2,493,112
Borrowings excluding overdrafts
(28,965,783)
(17,815,169)
(46,780,952)
(27,044,199)
(17,243,641)
(44,287,840)
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