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Basis of 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 accounts section of our report. We are independent of the company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the accounts 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. |
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Conclusions relating to going concern |
We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters in relation to which the ISAs (UK) require us to report to you where: |
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the directors' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the accounts is not appropriate; or |
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the directors have not disclosed in the accounts any identified material uncertainties that may cast significant doubt about the company’s ability to continue to adopt the going concern basis of accounting for a period of at least twelve months from the date when the accounts are authorised for issue. |
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Other information |
The other information comprises the information included in the report and accounts, other than the accounts and our auditor’s report thereon. The directors are responsible for the other information. Our opinion on the accounts 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. In connection with our audit of the accounts, our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the accounts or our knowledge obtained in 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 there is a material misstatement in the accounts or a material misstatement of the other information. 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. |
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Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006 |
In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit: |
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the information given in the directors’ report for the financial year for which the accounts are prepared is consistent with the accounts; and |
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the directors’ report has been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements. |
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Matters on which we are required to report by exception |
Compagnie des desserts Limited |
Notes to the Accounts |
for the year ended 31 December 2023 |
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Accounting policies |
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Basis of preparation |
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The accounts have been prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with FRS 102, The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (as applied to small entities by section 1A of the standard). |
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Going concern |
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The accounts have been prepared on a going concern basis. The directors of the parent company have confirmed that it is their intention to continue to provide such financial support as the company requires for its continued operation and the director has therefore prepared the financial statements on a going concern basis. |
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Turnover |
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Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have transferred to the buyer. Turnover from the rendering of services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion of the contract. The stage of completion of a contract is measured by comparing the costs incurred for work performed to date to the total estimated contract costs. |
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Tangible fixed assets |
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Tangible fixed assets are measured at cost less accumulative depreciation and any accumulative impairment losses. Depreciation is provided on all tangible fixed assets, other than freehold land, at rates calculated to write off the cost, less estimated residual value, of each asset evenly over its expected useful life, as follows: |
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Leasehold land and buildings |
Straight line over 15 years |
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Plant and machinery |
5% - 15% straight line |
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Fixtures, fittings, tools and equipment |
5% - 15% straight line |
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Stocks |
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Stocks are measured at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost is determined using the first in first out method. The carrying amount of stock sold is recognised as an expense in the period in which the related revenue is recognised. |
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Debtors |
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Short term debtors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price), less any impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts. Loans and other financial assets are initially recognised at transaction price including any transaction costs and subsequently measured at amortised cost determined using the effective interest method, less any impairment losses for bad and doubtful debts. |
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Creditors |
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Short term creditors are measured at transaction price (which is usually the invoice price). Loans and other financial liabilities are initially recognised at transaction price net of any transaction costs and subsequently measured at amortised cost determined using the effective interest method. |
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Taxation |
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A current tax liability is recognised for the tax payable on the taxable profit of the current and past periods. A current tax asset is recognised in respect of a tax loss that can be carried back to recover tax paid in a previous period. Deferred tax is recognised in respect of all timing differences between the recognition of income and expenses in the financial statements and their inclusion in tax assessments. Unrelieved tax losses and other deferred tax assets are recognised only to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Deferred tax is measured using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date and that are expected to apply to the reversal of the timing difference, except for revalued land and investment property where the tax rate that applies to the sale of the asset is used. Current and deferred tax assets and liabilities are not discounted. |
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Provisions |
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Provisions (ie liabilities of uncertain timing or amount) are recognised when there is an obligation at the reporting date as a result of a past event, it is probable that economic benefit will be transferred to settle the obligation and the amount of the obligation can be estimated reliably. |
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Foreign currency translation |
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Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recognised at the rate of exchange ruling at the date of the transaction. At the end of each reporting period foreign currency monetary items are translated at the closing rate of exchange. Non-monetary items that are measured at historical cost are translated at the rate ruling at the date of the transaction. All differences are charged to profit or loss. |
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Leased assets |
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A lease is classified as a finance lease if it transfers substantially all the risks and rewards incidental to ownership. All other leases are classified as operating leases. The rights of use and obligations under finance leases are initially recognised as assets and liabilities at amounts equal to the fair value of the leased assets or, if lower, the present value of the minimum lease payments. Minimum lease payments are apportioned between the finance charge and the reduction in the outstanding liability using the effective interest rate method. The finance charge is allocated to each period during the lease so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Leased assets are depreciated in accordance with the company's policy for tangible fixed assets. If there is no reasonable certainty that ownership will be obtained at the end of the lease term, the asset is depreciated over the lower of the lease term and its useful life. Operating lease payments are recognised as an expense on a straight line basis over the lease term. |
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Pensions |
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Contributions to defined contribution plans are expensed in the period to which they relate. |
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Audit information |
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The audit report is unqualified. |
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Senior statutory auditor: |
R. Aarons |
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Firm: |
Brooks Green |
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Date of audit report: |
12 September 2024 |
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Employees |
2023 |
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2022 |
Number |
Number |
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Average number of persons employed by the company |
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- |
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Tangible fixed assets |
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Land and buildings |
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Plant and machinery etc |
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Total |
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Cost |
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At 1 January 2023 |
27,789 |
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330,760 |
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358,549 |
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At 31 December 2023 |
27,789 |
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330,760 |
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358,549 |
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Depreciation |
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At 1 January 2023 |
27,789 |
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296,775 |
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324,564 |
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Charge for the year |
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3,710 |
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3,710 |
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At 31 December 2023 |
27,789 |
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300,485 |
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328,274 |
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Net book value |
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At 31 December 2023 |
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30,275 |
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30,275 |
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At 31 December 2022 |
- |
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33,985 |
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33,985 |
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Debtors |
2023 |
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2022 |
£ |
£ |
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Trade debtors |
127,202 |
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126,922 |
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Other debtors |
17,718 |
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71,077 |
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144,920 |
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197,999 |
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Creditors: amounts falling due within one year |
2023 |
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2022 |
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£ |
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Trade creditors |
2,206 |
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1,832 |
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Amounts owed to group undertakings and undertakings in which the company has a participating interest |
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550,894 |
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615,322 |
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Taxation and social security costs |
3,855 |
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- |
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Other creditors |
64,262 |
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16,238 |
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621,217 |
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633,392 |
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Related party transactions |
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The company has taken advantage of the exemption available in section 33 of FRS 102 "Related Party disclosures". Therefore, it has not disclosed transactions with its ultimate parent company or any wholly owned subsidiary undertaking of the group. |
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Controlling party |
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The ultimate parent company is La Compagnie des desserts SARL, a company registered in France. The largest and smallest level of consolidated financial statements are drawn up by La Compagnie des desserts SARL. |
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The registered office address is: Chemin des Romains 11200 Lezignan France |
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Other information |
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Compagnie des desserts Limited is a private company limited by shares and incorporated in England. Its registered office is: |
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Destiny House |
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Preston Street |
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Manchester |
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M18 8DB |
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Going Concern |
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The company has received assurances from its parent company La Compagnie des desserts SARL that it will provide support to the company in order to meet its obligations as and when required for a period of at least twelve months from the date of approval of these financial statements. As a result of the above and after making enquiries, the directors have a reasonable expectationthat the company will have adequate resources to continue in operation for the foreseeable future. Accordingly, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing these financial statements |