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Registered number: 11089443









QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED









FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

INFORMATION FOR FILING WITH THE REGISTRAR

FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

 
QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
REGISTERED NUMBER:11089443

BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

2024
2024
2023
2023
Note
£
£
£
£

Fixed assets
  

Tangible assets
 4 
625,757
586,912

  
625,757
586,912

Current assets
  

Stocks
  
-
114,500

Debtors: amounts falling due within one year
 5 
94,690
154,587

Cash at bank and in hand
 6 
540,139
390,710

  
634,829
659,797

Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
 7 
(607,968)
(708,730)

Net current assets/(liabilities)
  
 
 
26,861
 
 
(48,933)

Total assets less current liabilities
  
652,618
537,979

Provisions for liabilities
  

Deferred tax
 8 
(85,003)
(70,861)

Other provisions
 9 
(124,170)
(124,170)

  
 
 
(209,173)
 
 
(195,031)

Net assets
  
443,445
342,948


Capital and reserves
  

Called up share capital 
  
25,000
25,000

Profit and loss account
  
418,445
317,948

  
443,445
342,948


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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
REGISTERED NUMBER:11089443
    
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED)
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024

The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime and in accordance with the provisions of FRS 102 Section 1A - small entities.

The financial statements have been delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.

The Company has opted not to file the statement of comprehensive income in accordance with provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies' regime.

The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board and were signed on its behalf on 16 May 2025.




................................................
Robert Sherry
Director

The notes on pages 3 to 9 form part of these financial statements.

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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

1.


General information

QSC UK & Ireland Limited is a private company limited by shares, incorporated in England and Wales. The address of the registered office is at Marine House, Thorpe Lea Road, Egham, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW20 8BF. The Company's registered number is 11089443.

2.Accounting policies

 
2.1

Basis of preparation of financial statements

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention unless otherwise specified within these accounting policies and in accordance with FRS 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and the Republic of Ireland' and the requirements of the Companies Act 2006. The disclosure requirements of Section 1A of FRS 102 have been applied other than where additional disclosure is required to show a true and fair view.

The preparation of financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgment in applying the Company's accounting policies.

The following principal accounting policies have been applied:

 
2.2

Going concern

A fellow subsidiary, QSC EMEA GmbH, has confirmed they will continue to provide operational
and financial support to the Company for a period of at least 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements in line with its services agreement. This confirmation has been evidenced in writing. Whilst there is no indication that the services agreement with QSC EMEA GmbH will be terminated or assistance from this entity would be withdrawn for any reason, in practical terms the Company cannot obligate QSC EMEA GmbH to continue to provide this support should they so desire to remove it.
The directors have considered the obligations of the Company due within the foreseeable future, being a period of at least 12 months from the signing of these financial statements together with the support letter received.
Having assessed the position of QSC EMEA GmbH, the directors have a reasonable expectation
that this support will be forthcoming as required and the directors have a reasonable expectation that the Company has adequate resources and support to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, being a period of no less than 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements. Accordingly, the directors have prepared the financial statements on the going concern basis.

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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.3

Foreign currency translation

Functional and presentation currency

The Company's functional and presentational currency is GBP.

Transactions and balances

Foreign currency transactions are translated into the functional currency using the spot exchange rates at the dates of the transactions.

At each period end foreign currency monetary items are translated using the closing rate. Non-monetary items measured at historical cost are translated using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction and non-monetary items measured at fair value are measured using the exchange rate when fair value was determined.

Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of transactions and from the translation at period-end exchange rates of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are recognised in profit or loss except when deferred in other comprehensive income as qualifying cash flow hedges.

Foreign exchange gains and losses that relate to borrowings and cash and cash equivalents are presented in the Statement of Comprehensive Income within 'finance income or costs'. All other foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in profit or loss within 'other operating income'.

 
2.4

Revenue

Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the revenue can be reliably measured. Revenue is measured as the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, excluding discounts, rebates, value added tax and other sales taxes. The following criteria must also be met before revenue is recognised:
 

the amount of revenue can be measured reliably: and
it is probable that the company will receive the consideration due under the contract.

Sale of goods
Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when all of the following conditions are satisfied:
 
the Company has transferred the significant risks and rewards of ownership to the buyer;
the amount of revenue can be measured reliably;
it is probable that the Company will receive the consideration due under the transaction; and
the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.

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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.5

Operating leases: the Company as lessee

Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Benefits received and receivable as an incentive to sign an operating lease are recognised on a straight-line basis over the lease term, unless another systematic basis is representative of the time pattern of the lessee's benefit from the use of the leased asset.

 
2.6

Pensions

Defined contribution pension plan

The Company operates a defined contribution plan for its employees. A defined contribution plan is a pension plan under which the Company pays fixed contributions into a separate entity. Once the contributions have been paid the Company has no further payment obligations.

The contributions are recognised as an expense in profit or loss when they fall due. Amounts not paid are shown in accruals as a liability in the Balance Sheet. The assets of the plan are held separately from the Company in independently administered funds.

 
2.7

Current and deferred taxation

The tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. Tax is recognised in profit or loss except that a charge attributable to an item of income and expense recognised as other comprehensive income or to an item recognised directly in equity is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.

The current income tax charge is calculated on the basis of tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date in the countries where the Company operates and generates income.

Deferred tax balances are recognised in respect of all timing differences that have originated but not reversed by the balance sheet date, except that:
The recognition of deferred tax assets is limited to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits; and
Any deferred tax balances are reversed if and when all conditions for retaining associated tax allowances have been met.

Deferred tax balances are not recognised in respect of permanent differences except in respect of business combinations, when deferred tax is recognised on the differences between the fair values of assets acquired and the future tax deductions available for them and the differences between the fair values of liabilities acquired and the amount that will be assessed for tax. Deferred tax is determined using tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date.

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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

2.Accounting policies (continued)

 
2.8

Tangible fixed assets

Tangible fixed assets under the cost model are stated at historical cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. Historical cost includes expenditure that is directly attributable to bringing the asset to the location and condition necessary for it to be capable of operating in the manner intended by management.

Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, using the straight-line method.

Depreciation is provided on the following basis:

Leasehold improvements
-
Over the life of the lease
Fixtures and fittings
-
25%
Office equipment
-
33%
Computer equipment
-
25%

The assets' residual values, useful lives and depreciation methods are reviewed, and adjusted prospectively if appropriate, or if there is an indication of a significant change since the last reporting date.

Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are recognised in profit or loss.

 
2.9

Stocks

Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value, being the estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost is based on the cost of purchase on a first in, first out basis. Work in progress and finished goods include labour and attributable overheads.

At each balance sheet date, stocks are assessed for impairment. If stock is impaired, the carrying amount is reduced to its selling price less costs to complete and sell. The impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss.

 
2.10

Financial instruments

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised in the balance sheet when the Company
becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Trade and other debtors and creditors are classified as basic financial instruments and measured at initial recognition at transaction price. A provision is established when there is objective evidence that the Company will not be able to collect all amounts due.
Cash and cash equivalents are classified as basic financial instruments and comprise cash in
hand and at bank.
Financial liabilities and equity instruments issued by the Company are classified in accordance
with the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into and the definitions of a financial liability and an equity instrument. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the Company after deducting all of its liabilities. Equity instruments issued by the Company are recorded at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs.

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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

3.


Employees

The average monthly number of employees, including directors, during the year was 22 (2023 - 18).


4.


Tangible fixed assets





Leasehold improvements
Fixtures and fittings
Office equipment
Computer equipment
Total

£
£
£
£
£



Cost or valuation


At 1 January 2024
426,952
188,030
31,062
63,819
709,863


Additions
13,673
17,064
123,706
25,092
179,535


Disposals
-
-
-
(4,329)
(4,329)



At 31 December 2024

440,625
205,094
154,768
84,582
885,069



Depreciation


At 1 January 2024
32,655
44,991
17,766
27,539
122,951


Charge for the year on owned assets
43,531
47,273
32,725
15,075
138,604


Disposals
-
-
-
(2,243)
(2,243)



At 31 December 2024

76,186
92,264
50,491
40,371
259,312



Net book value



At 31 December 2024
364,439
112,830
104,277
44,211
625,757



At 31 December 2023
394,297
143,039
13,296
36,280
586,912


5.


Debtors

2024
2023
£
£


Trade debtors
3,067
3,036

Amounts owed by group undertakings
18,213
-

Other debtors
12,334
81,695

Prepayments and accrued income
61,076
69,856

94,690
154,587


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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

6.


Cash and cash equivalents

2024
2023
£
£

Cash at bank and in hand
540,139
390,710

540,139
390,710



7.


Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year

2024
2023
£
£

Trade creditors
36,403
52,480

Amounts owed to group undertakings
-
305,537

Corporation tax
38,653
6,134

Other taxation and social security
45,970
54,558

Other creditors
22,226
12,958

Accruals and deferred income
464,716
277,063

607,968
708,730



8.


Deferred taxation




2024


£






At beginning of year
(70,861)


Debited to profit or loss
(14,142)



At end of year
(85,003)

The provision for deferred taxation is made up as follows:

2024
2023
£
£


Accelerated capital allowances
(85,003)
(70,861)

(85,003)
(70,861)

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QSC UK & IRELAND LIMITED
 
 
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024

9.


Provisions




Dilapidations provision

£





At 1 January 2024
124,170



At 31 December 2024
124,170


10.


Commitments under operating leases

At 31 December 2024 the Company had total future minimum lease payments due under non-cancellable operating leases of £1,866,025 (2023: £1,866,025).



11.


Related party transactions

The Company has taken advantage of the exemptions available under FRS 102 Section 33.1A and as a result has not disclosed within these financial statements details of transactions with QSC EMEA GMBH during the year.


12.


Post balance sheet events

In January 2025, the ultimate parent company, QSC LLC was acquired by Acuity Brands, Inc, an entity registered in the United States.


13.


Controlling party

During the year, the company was 100% owned and controlled by QSC LLC, which was the Company's immediate controlling party. QSC LLC's registered office is 1675 MacArthur Blvd, Costa Mesa, California 92626, USA. 
In January 2025, the ultimate parent company, QSC LLC was acquired by Acuity Brands, Inc, an entity registered in the United States. Acuity Brands, Inc's registered office is 251 Little Falls Drive, Wilmington, Delaware, 19808, United States.


14.


Auditor's information

The auditor's report on the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024 was unqualified.

The audit report was signed on 16 May 2025 by Timothy Adams (Senior Statutory Auditor) on behalf of S&W Partners Audit Limited.

 
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