RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Company limited by guarantee

Company Registration Number:
14769441 (England and Wales)

Unaudited statutory accounts for the year ended 31 March 2025

Period of accounts

Start date: 1 April 2024

End date: 31 March 2025

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Contents of the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

Balance sheet
Additional notes
Balance sheet notes
Community Interest Report

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Balance sheet

As at 31 March 2025

Notes 2025 2024


£

£
Fixed assets
Tangible assets: 3 720 960
Total fixed assets: 720 960
Current assets
Cash at bank and in hand: 2,011 45
Total current assets: 2,011 45
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year: 4 ( 4,873 ) ( 2,916 )
Net current assets (liabilities): (2,862) (2,871)
Total assets less current liabilities: (2,142) ( 1,911)
Total net assets (liabilities): (2,142) (1,911)
Members' funds
Profit and loss account: (2,142) ( 1,911)
Total members' funds: ( 2,142) (1,911)

The notes form part of these financial statements

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Balance sheet statements

For the year ending 31 March 2025 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.

The directors have chosen not to file a copy of the company's profit and loss account.

This report was approved by the board of directors on 31 May 2025
and signed on behalf of the board by:

Name: Mr Duncan Dyason
Status: Director

The notes form part of these financial statements

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

  • 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

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

  • 2. Employees

    2025 2024
    Average number of employees during the period 2 2

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

3. Tangible assets

Land & buildings Plant & machinery Fixtures & fittings Office equipment Motor vehicles Total
Cost £ £ £ £ £ £
At 1 April 2024 1,280 1,280
Additions
Disposals
Revaluations
Transfers
At 31 March 2025 1,280 1,280
Depreciation
At 1 April 2024 320 320
Charge for year 240 240
On disposals
Other adjustments
At 31 March 2025 560 560
Net book value
At 31 March 2025 720 720
At 31 March 2024 960 960

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Notes to the Financial Statements

for the Period Ended 31 March 2025

4. Creditors: amounts falling due within one year note

2025 2024
£ £
Other creditors 4,873 2,916
Total 4,873 2,916

COMMUNITY INTEREST ANNUAL REPORT

RADIO CHRISTMAS CIC

Company Number: 14769441 (England and Wales)

Year Ending: 31 March 2025

Company activities and impact

Impact of Radio Christmas Radio Christmas continues to make a meaningful and measurable impact across multiple sectors of the community, both locally and internationally. As a charitable radio station, its mission extends beyond entertainment, focusing on community engagement, education, and philanthropic support. Local Community Engagement Radio Christmas plays a central role in uniting the local community through its inclusive programming and outreach activities. It offers a platform for community voices, showcases local talent, and promotes charitable giving. The station fosters a strong sense of connection among residents, particularly during the festive season, when it becomes a focal point for communal celebration and generosity. Support for Schools and Children The station has developed strong ties with local schools, offering educational opportunities and workshops that allow children to gain hands-on experience in broadcasting. These initiatives help build confidence, develop communication skills, and inspire future aspirations in media and journalism. There have been some children who have used their involvement in Radio Christmas to launch their career in music or in the radio industry. One of the children became a BBC journalist, another a TV Producer for ITV and another now works as a radio engineer at Global, London. Partnership with Local Businesses Radio Christmas collaborates with local businesses by offering sponsorship opportunities and on-air features that support the local economy. These partnerships not only raise the profile of participating businesses but also encourage corporate social responsibility by linking them to charitable outcomes. Engagement with Listeners The station’s broadcasts reach a diverse audience, providing informative and uplifting content that resonates with local and international listeners alike. Feedback received from listeners consistently highlights the station's positive impact on wellbeing, especially during the holiday season when its programming brings comfort, joy, and a sense of belonging. Through its broad-reaching initiatives and unwavering commitment to service, Radio Christmas continues to make a lasting contribution to the communities it serves, while raising funds and awareness for vital charitable projects.

Consultation with stakeholders

The principal stakeholders of the organisation are the global audience of Radio Christmas and the numerous volunteers who contribute to the production of its annual programming. The station remains headquartered in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, where it was originally established in December 2008. In addition to its UK operations, Radio Christmas also broadcasts live from locations in Guatemala and Honduras. Each year, the organisation convenes a series of meetings, both online and in person, with its stakeholders. These sessions are held to evaluate the station’s broadcasts, solicit feedback and suggestions, and collaboratively plan for future programming cycles. The organisation values and actively considers the feedback received from both listeners and volunteers. On multiple occasions, polls have been conducted to gauge stakeholder sentiment on key issues related to the management and content of the station’s broadcasts. This input plays a vital role in shaping the station’s strategic direction and operational decisions.

Directors' remuneration

Radio Christmas does not provide any form of remuneration to its stakeholders, volunteers, or directors. All individuals involved in the organisation contribute their time and expertise on a voluntary basis. This collective effort ensures that the station can maximise its impact in raising funds for the charitable causes it supports through its festive broadcasts.

Transfer of assets

No transfer of assets other than for full consideration

This report was approved by the board of directors on
31 May 2025

And signed on behalf of the board by:
Name: Mr Duncan Dyason
Status: Director