TALKING FIRE CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
14849128 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 May 2024

Period of accounts

Start date: 5 May 2023

End date: 31 May 2024

TALKING FIRE CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 May 2024

Profit and loss
Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

TALKING FIRE CIC

Profit And Loss Account

for the Period Ended 31 May 2024

13 months to 31 May 2024


£
Turnover: 15,810
Gross profit(or loss): 15,810
Distribution costs: ( 11,523 )
Administrative expenses: ( 1,258 )
Operating profit(or loss): 3,029
Profit(or loss) before tax: 3,029
Profit(or loss) for the financial year: 3,029

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Balance sheet

As at 31 May 2024

Notes 13 months to 31 May 2024


£
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 3,029
Total current assets: 3,029
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 3 ( 5,633 )
Net current assets (liabilities): (2,604)
Total assets less current liabilities: (2,604)
Total net assets (liabilities): (2,604)
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: (2,604)
Total members' funds: ( 2,604)

The notes form part of these financial statements

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Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 May 2024 the company was entitled to exemption under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.

The members have not required the company to obtain an audit in accordance with section 476 of the Companies Act 2006.

The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Act with respect to accounting records and the preparation of accounts.

These accounts have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 2 February 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Andrea White
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

TALKING FIRE CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 May 2024

  • 1. Accounting policies

    Basis of measurement and preparation

    These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Section 1A (Small Entities) of Financial Reporting Standard 102

TALKING FIRE CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 May 2024

  • 2. Employees

    13 months to 31 May 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 0

TALKING FIRE CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 May 2024

3. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

13 months to 31 May 2024
£
Other creditors 5,633
Total 5,633

The director incurred £6,412 in expenses for the initial setup of the CIC. During the year, £779.01 was repaid, leaving a balance of £5,632.96 as of 31/05/2024.

TALKING FIRE CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 May 2024

4. Loans to directors

Name of director receiving advance or credit:
Description of the transaction:
The director incurred £6,412 in expenses for the initial setup of the CIC. During the year, £779.01 was repaid, leaving a balance of £5,632.96 as of 31/05/2024.
£
Balance at
Advances or credits made: 6,412
Advances or credits repaid: 779
Balance at 31 May 2024 5,633

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

TALKING FIRE CIC

Company Number: 14849128 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 May 2024

Company activities and impact

Talking Fire CIC is an independent networking group established in 2023 to serve the UK fire safety industry. Our mission is to connect like minded professionals to discuss fire safety engineering topics and encourage the dissemination of relevant knowledge. Through our initiatives, we aim to benefit individuals in the fire safety engineering community and others interested in learning more about pertinent issues. In its inaugural financial year ending 31 May 2024, Talking Fire CIC has actively engaged the fire safety engineering community through a series of impactful events and initiatives designed to foster knowledge sharing, professional development, and community building. Year 1 is where the committee have taken time to foster the networks and relationships, and increase the awareness to our targeted communities, as well as run a number of events and initiatives, as detailed below. Key Activities: -Organised Directors and Committee: The group established a group of Directors and a Committee who will undertake the work associated with the organisation. -LinkedIn group: Created a LinkedIn group for Women Talking Fire to empower women, offer industry insight, promote career and learning opportunities and so that women and male allies in the industry could discuss fire safety issues and gender-related issues in a male-dominated industry in a safe space. -Website: Created a website so that we could promote the organisation and our activities. Successfully sought sponsorship for the website. -“The Future of Fire” - Technical Conference in Leeds: We welcomed 100 fire safety professionals to this event at a large hotel in November 2023, including an all-day technical conference and a dinner the night prior for attendees to socialise and network. Successfully sought industry sponsorship from a number of companies. -Participation in The Fire Safety Event 2024: Engaging a broader audience to discuss current challenges and innovations in fire safety, promoting best practices within the industry. We hosted an all-women stage panel discussion on recruitment and retention of staff in the fire safety industry. Our Founding Director gave a technical talk on stage. And Women Talking Fire had an incredibly popular stand at the event, raising awareness of our organisation. -ASFP podcast: Our Founding Director appeared on this industry podcast by the Association of Specialist Fire Protection to talk about empowering women in fire safety. -Public speaking workshops: Following overwhelming interest, we organised two public speaking workshop days. However, ticket sales were poor and these events were cancelled, with cancellation costs payable to the hotels. -STEM & Beyond spotlight newsletter: Our Founding Director was interviewed for this newsletter to influence, empower and inspire individuals. -Fire Science Show podcast: Mary Button appeared on this industry podcast discussing disability and fire safety. -Fire Buyer Live: Three WTF members spoke to this industry magazine about gender diversity in the fire safety industry in online discussions to promote understanding around this issue. -Firex: Organised a stage session on male allyship at this industry expo. Also provided female speakers for a number of other stage sessions, and organised an stage discussion on water mist versus sprinklers. Community Impact: Through these activities, Talking Fire CIC has successfully connected like-minded professionals, facilitated the dissemination of relevant knowledge, and contributed to the professional growth of individuals within the fire safety engineering community. These efforts have not only enhanced individual competencies but have also strengthened the collective expertise of the community, promoting a safer built environment. Looking ahead, Talking Fire CIC is committed to expanding its reach and impact by organising more events, workshops, and collaborative initiatives to continue serving and benefiting the fire safety engineering community.

Consultation with stakeholders

We actively engage with our stakeholders, including fire safety professionals, industry partners, and community members, through various channels: -Events: Organised conferences and seminars to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking. -Online Platforms: Maintained an active presence on LinkedIn and our official website to share updates and gather feedback. -Direct Communication: Encouraged stakeholders to reach out via email and contact forms available on our website. Feedback received through these channels has been instrumental in shaping our activities and ensuring they align with the needs of our community.

Directors' remuneration

No remuneration was received

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
2 February 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Andrea White
Status: Director