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COMPANY REGISTRATION NUMBER: 02844401
Programming Research Limited
Filleted Financial Statements
31 December 2023
Programming Research Limited
Statement of Financial Position
31 December 2023
2023
2022
Note
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets
5
1,965,064
2,344,101
Investments
7
33,757
33,757
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1,998,821
2,377,858
Current assets
Debtors
8
28,644,603
22,670,506
Cash at bank and in hand
3,559
69,237
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28,648,162
22,739,743
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
9
( 12,122,649)
( 9,791,001)
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Net current assets
16,525,513
12,948,742
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Total assets less current liabilities
18,524,334
15,326,600
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
10
( 575,699)
( 555,991)
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Net assets
17,948,635
14,770,609
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Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
651,045
651,045
Share premium account
11
99,669
99,669
Profit and loss account
11
17,197,921
14,019,895
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Shareholders funds
17,948,635
14,770,609
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These financial statements have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies' regime and in accordance with Section 1A of FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland'.
In accordance with section 444 of the Companies Act 2006, the statement of income and retained earnings has not been delivered.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.
Programming Research Limited
Statement of Financial Position (continued)
31 December 2023
These financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 24 September 2024 , and are signed on behalf of the board by:
M C Goergen
Director
Company registration number: 02844401
Programming Research Limited
Notes to the Financial Statements
Year ended 31 December 2023
1. General information
The company is a private company limited by shares, registered in England and Wales. The address of the registered office is The Capitol Building Second Floor, Suite 3, Oldbury, Bracknell, United Kingdom, RG12 8FZ. The company's principal activity is selling computer software and consulting services.
2. Statement of compliance
These financial statements have been prepared in compliance with Section 1A of FRS 102, 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland'.
3. Accounting policies
Basis of preparation
The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis, as modified by the revaluation of certain financial assets and liabilities as specified in the accounting policies below. The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the entity.
Going concern
Having made appropriate enquiries and having reviewed the company's forecasts and projections, the directors are of the opinion that the company has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future (at least 12 months from the date the accounts are approved and signed) and to meet its obligations and settle its liabilities as they fall due for payment. Accordingly the financial statements are prepared on the going concern basis.
Consolidation
The company has taken advantage of the option not to prepare consolidated financial statements contained in Section 398 of the Companies Act 2006 on the basis that the entity and its subsidiary undertakings comprise a small group.
Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty
The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported. These estimates and judgements are continually reviewed and are based on experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. The judgements (apart from those involving estimations) that management has made in the process of applying the entity's accounting policies and that have the most significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements are as follows: Impairment of assets Non-current assets are reviewed for impairment if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. Where such an event or change of circumstances takes place, then additional impairment may be required. Allowance for doubtful debts The company maintains allowances for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the subsequent inability of customers to make required payments. If the financial conditions of customers were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of their ability to make payments, then additional allowances may be required.
Revenue recognition
Turnover is measured at the fair value of consideration received or receivable net of VAT and trade discounts. The policies adopted for the recognition of turnover are as follows: Sale of goods: Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised at the point of sale. Rendering of services: When providing day services, turnover is usually recognised on completion of the service and, for monthly and yearly services, it is recognised by reference to the stage of completion at the balance sheet date. Any service contracts that run past the year end are deferred on the balance sheet.
Income tax
The taxation expense represents the aggregate amount of current and deferred tax recognised in the reporting period. Tax is recognised in the profit or loss, except to the extent that it relates to items recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity. In this case, tax is recognised in the other comprehensive income or directly in equity, respectively. Current tax is recognised on taxable profit for the current and past periods. Current tax is measured at the amounts of tax expected to pay or recover using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date. Deferred tax arises as a result of including items of income and expenditure in taxation computations in periods different from those in which they are included in the company's accounts. Deferred tax is provided on timing differences which result in an obligation to pay more (or less) tax at a future date at tax rates that are expected to apply when the timing differences reverse, based on current tax rates and laws. A deferred tax asset is regarded as recoverable and therefore recognised only to the extent that, on the basis of all available evidence, it can regarded as more likely than not there will be suitable taxable profits from which the future reversal of the underlying timing differences can be deducted. Research and Development tax credits are credited to the taxation charge in the Statement of Income and Retained Earnings.
Intangible assets
Intangible assets are initially recorded at cost, and are subsequently stated at cost less any accumulated amortisation and impairment losses.
Amortisation
Amortisation is calculated so as to write off the cost of an asset, less its estimated residual value, over the useful life of that asset as follows:
Development costs
-
3 & 5 years
If there is an indication that there has been a significant change in amortisation rate, useful life or residual value of an intangible asset, the amortisation is revised prospectively to reflect the new estimates.
Research and development
Research expenditure is written off in the year in which it is incurred. Development expenditure incurred is capitalised as an intangible asset only when the following criteria are met: - It is technically feasible to complete the intangible asset so that it will be available for use or sale; - There is an intention to complete the intangible asset and use or sell it; - There is the ability to use or sell the intangible asset; - The use or sale of the intangible asset will generate probable future economic benefits; - There are adequate technical, financial and other resources available to complete the development and to use or sell the intangible asset; - The expenditure attributable to the intangible asset during its development can be measured reliably. Expenditure that does not meet the above criteria is expensed as incurred.
Tangible assets
Tangible assets are initially recorded at cost, and subsequently stated at cost less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.
Depreciation
Depreciation is calculated so as to write off the cost or valuation of an asset, less its residual value, over the useful economic life of that asset as follows:
Computer Software
-
33% on cost
Investments
Investments in group undertakings are initially recorded at cost, and subsequently stated at cost less any impairment losses.
Foreign currencies
Assets and liabilities in foreign currencies are translated into sterling at the rates of exchanged ruling at the balance sheet date. Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into sterling at the rate of exchange ruling at the date of transaction. Exchange differences are taken into account in arriving at the operating result.
Hire purchase and leasing commitments
Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to profit or loss on a straight line basis over the period of the lease.
Impairment of fixed assets
A review for indicators of impairment is carried out at each reporting date, with the recoverable amount being estimated where such indicators exist. Where the carrying value exceeds the recoverable amount, the asset is impaired accordingly. Prior impairments are also reviewed for possible reversal at each reporting date.
Financial instruments
A financial asset or a financial liability is recognised only when the entity becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at amortised cost. Financial assets that are measured at cost or amortised cost are reviewed for objective evidence of impairment at the end of each reporting date. If there is objective evidence of impairment, an impairment loss is recognised in profit or loss immediately. For all equity instruments regardless of significance, and other financial assets that are individually significant, these are assessed individually for impairment. Other financial assets are either assessed individually or grouped on the basis of similar credit risk characteristics. Any reversals of impairment are recognised in profit or loss immediately, to the extent that the reversal does not result in a carrying amount of the financial asset that exceeds what the carrying amount would have been had the impairment not previously been recognised.
Defined contribution plans
Contributions to defined contribution plans are recognised as an expense in the period in which the related service is provided. Prepaid contributions are recognised as an asset to the extent that the prepayment will lead to a reduction in future payments or a cash refund. When contributions are not expected to be settled wholly within 12 months of the end of the reporting date in which the employees render the related service, the liability is measured on a discounted present value basis. The unwinding of the discount is recognised as a finance cost in profit or loss in the period in which it arises.
4. Employee numbers
The average number of persons employed by the company during the year amounted to 28 (2022: 30 ).
5. Intangible assets
Development costs
£
Cost
At 1 January 2023
7,837,231
Additions
1,055,290
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At 31 December 2023
8,892,521
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Amortisation
At 1 January 2023
5,493,130
Charge for the year
1,434,327
------------
At 31 December 2023
6,927,457
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Carrying amount
At 31 December 2023
1,965,064
------------
At 31 December 2022
2,344,101
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6. Tangible assets
Computer software
£
Cost
At 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2023
69,696
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Depreciation
At 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2023
69,696
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Carrying amount
At 31 December 2023
--------
At 31 December 2022
--------
7. Investments
Shares in group undertakings
£
Cost
At 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2023
33,757
--------
Impairment
At 1 January 2023 and 31 December 2023
--------
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2023
33,757
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At 31 December 2022
33,757
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8. Debtors
2023
2022
£
£
Trade debtors
3,076,305
3,838,009
Amounts owed by group undertakings and undertakings in which the company has a participating interest
25,563,914
18,822,736
Other debtors
4,384
9,761
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28,644,603
22,670,506
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9. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2023
2022
£
£
Trade creditors
43,219
38,117
Amounts owed to group undertakings and undertakings in which the company has a participating interest
6,521,958
3,912,880
Corporation tax
307,210
477,327
Social security and other taxes
73,495
95,559
Other creditors
5,176,767
5,267,118
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12,122,649
9,791,001
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The bank holds debentures which are secured by a fixed and floating charge on the assets of the company.
10. Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
2023
2022
£
£
Other creditors
575,699
555,991
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---------
Other creditors greater than 1 year relate to deferred income.
11. Reserves
Share premium account - This reserve represents the premium arising on shares issued at a value that exceeds their nominal value. Profit and loss account - This reserve records retained earnings and accumulated losses.
12. Summary audit opinion
The auditor's report dated 25 September 2024 was unqualified .
The senior statutory auditor was Tim Hardy , for and on behalf of Shipleys LLP .
13. Related party transactions
The company has taken advantage of the exemption available not to disclose transactions with 100% group undertakings.
14. Controlling party
The immediate parent company is Programming Research Group Limited, a company incorporated in the Republic of Ireland. The smallest and largest group for which consolidated accounts are drawn up is headed by Perforce Intermediate Holding LLC, a company incorporated in the USA. Its principal place of business is Perforce Software Headquarters, 400 North 1st Avenue, Suite 400 Minneapolis, MN 55401. The Directors do not consider there to be one ultimate controlling party.