Registered number: 06208721
DIRECTORS' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
CONTENTS
SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The directors, in preparing this Strategic Report, have complied with section 414C of the Companies Act 2006.
This Strategic Report has been prepared for the company and not for the group of which it is a member and therefore focuses only on matters which are significant to the company.
This Strategic Report has been prepared for the company and not for the group of which it is a member and therefore focuses only on matters which are significant to the company.
The company is an investment holding company.
As shown in the company's statement of comprehensive income, the company's loss after tax for the year was £65 (2023 - loss £95).
The statement of financial position shows the company's financial position at the year end and indicates that net assets were £1,893,116,971 (2023 - £1,893,117,036).
The statement of financial position shows the company's financial position at the year end and indicates that net assets were £1,893,116,971 (2023 - £1,893,117,036).
The Company operates as an investment holding entity, with its principal asset comprising its investment in a subsidiary undertaking. Accordingly, the key risk to the Company is the potential impairment of the carrying value of this investment, which is intrinsically linked to the financial performance and resilience of the underlying group. The Group, in which the Company holds a 69.4% interest, is primarily engaged in the development, construction, leasing, and management of office, retail and residential properties. These activities expose the Group to a number of commercial, economic, and regulatory risks that could affect asset values, income streams, and operational performance.
In the current UK economic environment, risks are heightened by a combination of persistent inflation, elevated interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainties. Although UK interest rates have begun to decline in 2025 following a prolonged period of monetary tightening, financing conditions remain relatively constrained. Inflation remains above target due to sustained energy price volatility and labour market pressures, while international trade tensions, particularly with the U.S., have weakened demand for UK exports contributing to wider economic uncertainty. These macroeconomic pressures influence investor sentiment, development costs, and occupier demand across all property sectors.
In the office and retail leasing markets, structural and behavioural changes continue to reshape demand patterns. The hybrid working model, now firmly embedded across many sectors, has further reduced aggregate demand for conventional office space. The Group has a strong track record of creating value in the office market by diversifying, expanding and modernising its offerings engaging with new sectors such as healthcare and life sciences. In retail, leasing conditions remain challenging due to cost pressures on tenants, changes in consumer behaviour, and the continued shift toward online retail. Despite this the group has been able to maintain a high level of footfall through increased diversification of the retail offering, including expanding into hospitality.
Financing and liquidity risk remain a key area of focus amid elevated interest rates and tighter credit conditions across the UK commercial real estate market. While the Group’s high-quality asset base and diversified income provide strong fundamentals, refinancing and funding of new developments require careful treasury management and lender engagement. This risk is considered minimal for the company as it finances its operations largely through surplus cash and intercompany financing.
To mitigate these risks, the Group continues to take a disciplined and forward-looking approach to asset management and capital allocation. This involves closely monitoring market trends, identifying emerging demand patterns, and adapting our properties to meet evolving tenant needs. Additionally, fostering strong tenant relationships, offering flexible leasing terms, and enhancing the amenities and services within our office buildings can help differentiate our properties in a competitive market environment. By staying agile and responsive to economic shifts, we aim to mitigate the impact of downturns and position our portfolio for long-term resilience and value creation.
In the current UK economic environment, risks are heightened by a combination of persistent inflation, elevated interest rates, and geopolitical uncertainties. Although UK interest rates have begun to decline in 2025 following a prolonged period of monetary tightening, financing conditions remain relatively constrained. Inflation remains above target due to sustained energy price volatility and labour market pressures, while international trade tensions, particularly with the U.S., have weakened demand for UK exports contributing to wider economic uncertainty. These macroeconomic pressures influence investor sentiment, development costs, and occupier demand across all property sectors.
In the office and retail leasing markets, structural and behavioural changes continue to reshape demand patterns. The hybrid working model, now firmly embedded across many sectors, has further reduced aggregate demand for conventional office space. The Group has a strong track record of creating value in the office market by diversifying, expanding and modernising its offerings engaging with new sectors such as healthcare and life sciences. In retail, leasing conditions remain challenging due to cost pressures on tenants, changes in consumer behaviour, and the continued shift toward online retail. Despite this the group has been able to maintain a high level of footfall through increased diversification of the retail offering, including expanding into hospitality.
Financing and liquidity risk remain a key area of focus amid elevated interest rates and tighter credit conditions across the UK commercial real estate market. While the Group’s high-quality asset base and diversified income provide strong fundamentals, refinancing and funding of new developments require careful treasury management and lender engagement. This risk is considered minimal for the company as it finances its operations largely through surplus cash and intercompany financing.
To mitigate these risks, the Group continues to take a disciplined and forward-looking approach to asset management and capital allocation. This involves closely monitoring market trends, identifying emerging demand patterns, and adapting our properties to meet evolving tenant needs. Additionally, fostering strong tenant relationships, offering flexible leasing terms, and enhancing the amenities and services within our office buildings can help differentiate our properties in a competitive market environment. By staying agile and responsive to economic shifts, we aim to mitigate the impact of downturns and position our portfolio for long-term resilience and value creation.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
STRATEGIC REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
As an investment holding company, we recognise the importance of integrating environmental, social, and governance principles into our operations to create sustainable value for all stakeholders. While our direct operational involvement may be limited, we recognise the importance of ensuring that our subsidiaries uphold responsible business practices. We actively monitor their activities to promote environmental sustainability, social well-being, and sound governance. Our oversight includes encouraging our subsidiaries to adhere to ethical standards in their financial dealings and to consider the impact of their operations on stakeholders and the broader community. Through these efforts, we aim to foster a culture of responsibility and contribute positively to the financial sector and society.
Further information can be found in the Canary Wharf Group Investment Holdings plc financial statements on the activities that the group participates in relating to sustainability.
Further information can be found in the Canary Wharf Group Investment Holdings plc financial statements on the activities that the group participates in relating to sustainability.
No dividends have been paid or proposed during the period and to the date of this report (2023 - £Nil). At 31 December 2024 the company made a loss after tax of £65 (2023 - £95) and had net assets of £1,893,116,971 (2023 - £1,893,117,036).
Section 172(1) of the Companies Act 2006 requires that a director of a company must act in the way they consider, in good faith, would be most likely to promote the success of the Company for the benefit of its members as a whole.
As a holding company with no employees and no direct suppliers, our Section 172 statement reflects our commitment to fulfilling our duties under the Companies Act 2006 while operating in a manner consistent with our role and responsibilities within the group structure.
Our primary obligation lies with our shareholder, Stork HoldCo LP, and our actions are guided by the objective of maximising shareholder value and ensuring the long-term success of the group. We engage with Canary Wharf Group plc, an entity under common ownership, to understand their strategic objectives, priorities, and expectations, aligning our decision-making processes accordingly.
While we do not have direct employees or suppliers, we recognise the broader impact of our activities on the communities and environment in which we operate and society at large. We uphold principles of ethical conduct, integrity, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations, contributing positively to the reputation and sustainability of the group.
Our governance practices prioritise transparency, accountability, and effective communication with Canary Wharf Group plc, ensuring that our activities are aligned with the group's overall mission and values. Despite our limited operational scope, we remain committed to responsible corporate citizenship and to acting in the best interests of the group as a whole.
As a holding company with no employees and no direct suppliers, our Section 172 statement reflects our commitment to fulfilling our duties under the Companies Act 2006 while operating in a manner consistent with our role and responsibilities within the group structure.
Our primary obligation lies with our shareholder, Stork HoldCo LP, and our actions are guided by the objective of maximising shareholder value and ensuring the long-term success of the group. We engage with Canary Wharf Group plc, an entity under common ownership, to understand their strategic objectives, priorities, and expectations, aligning our decision-making processes accordingly.
While we do not have direct employees or suppliers, we recognise the broader impact of our activities on the communities and environment in which we operate and society at large. We uphold principles of ethical conduct, integrity, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations, contributing positively to the reputation and sustainability of the group.
Our governance practices prioritise transparency, accountability, and effective communication with Canary Wharf Group plc, ensuring that our activities are aligned with the group's overall mission and values. Despite our limited operational scope, we remain committed to responsible corporate citizenship and to acting in the best interests of the group as a whole.
This report was approved by the board on 24 September 2025 and signed on its behalf.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The directors present their report and the financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2024.
The loss for the year, after taxation, amounted to £65 (2023 - loss £95).
No dividends have been paid or proposed for the year and to the date of this report (2023 - £Nil).
The directors who served during the year and to the date of this report were:
The Company has in place a qualifying third-party indemnity provision for all directors (to the extent permitted by law) in respect of liabilities incurred as a result of their office. The Company also has in place liability insurance covering the directors and officers of the company and any associated companies. Both the indemnity and insurance were in force during the period ended 31 December 2024 and at the time of the approval of this Directors' Report. Neither the indemnity nor the insurance provide cover in the event that the director is proven to have acted dishonestly or fraudulently.
The company will continue to hold an investment in CWG NewCo Ltd.
For details in respect of going concern refer to Note 2.
The financial risk management objectives and policies together with the principal risks and uncertainties with regard to the use of financial instruments are contained within the Strategic Report. The company only engages in basic financial instruments.
The Company has taken the group and subsidiary exemption from providing carbon and energy information provided by The Companies (Directors’ Report) and Limited Liability Partnerships (Energy and Carbon Report) Regulations 2018.
The Company has no employees other than directors and therefore has nothing to report in respect of employee engagement activity during the year.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
DIRECTORS' REPORT (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
This confirmation is given and should be interpreted in accordance with the provisions of Section 148 of the Companies Act 2006.
Deloitte LLP have indicated their willingness to continue as auditors to the company.
This report was approved by the board on 24 September 2025 and signed on its behalf.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITIES STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
The directors are responsible for preparing the Strategic Report, the Directors' Report and the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations.
Company law requires the directors to prepare financial statements for each financial year. Under that law the directors have elected to prepare the financial statements in accordance with applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice), including Financial Reporting Standard 102 ‘The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland'. Under company law the directors must not approve the financial statements unless they are satisfied that they give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the company and of the profit or loss of the company for that period.
In preparing these financial statements, the directors are required to:
∙select suitable accounting policies for the company's financial statements and then apply them consistently;
∙make judgements and accounting estimates that are reasonable and prudent;
∙state whether applicable UK Accounting Standards have been followed, subject to any material departures disclosed and explained in the financial statements;
∙prepare the financial statements on the going concern basis unless it is inappropriate to presume that the company will continue in business.
The directors are responsible for keeping adequate accounting records that are sufficient to show and explain the company's transactions and disclose with reasonable accuracy at any time the financial position of the company and to enable them to ensure that the financial statements comply with the Companies Act 2006. They are also responsible for safeguarding the assets of the company and hence for taking reasonable steps for the prevention and detection of fraud and other irregularities.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
REPORT ON THE AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
OPINION
BASIS FOR 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 financial statements section of our report.
We are independent of the company in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the UK, including the Financial Reporting Council’s (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.
CONCLUSIONS RELATING TO GOING CONCERN
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the directors’ use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.
Based on the work we have performed, we have not identified any material uncertainties relating to events or conditions that, individually or collectively, may cast significant doubt on the company’s ability to continue as a going concern for a period of at least twelve months from when the financial statements are authorised for issue.
Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the directors with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
OTHER INFORMATION
The other information comprises the information included in the annual report, other than the financial statements and our auditor’s report thereon. The directors are responsible for the other information contained within the annual report. Our opinion on the financial statements 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.
Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of 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 this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. 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.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF DIRECTORS
As explained more fully in the directors’ responsibilities statement, the directors are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements and for being satisfied that they give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the directors determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, the directors are responsible for assessing the company’s ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the directors either intend to liquidate the company or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
AUDITOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.
A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the FRC’s website at: www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our auditor’s report.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
EXTENT TO WHICH THE AUDIT WAS CONSIDERED CAPABLE OF DETECTING IRREGULARITIES, INCLUDING FRAUD
Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below.
We considered the nature of the company’s industry and its control environment, and reviewed the company’s documentation of their policies and procedures relating to fraud and compliance with laws and regulations. We also enquired of management about their own identification and assessment of the risks of irregularities, including those that are specific to the company’s business sector.
We obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks that the company operates in, and identified the key laws and regulations that:
∙had a direct effect on the determination of material amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. These included UK Companies Act, and relevant tax legislation; and
∙do not have a direct effect on the financial statements but compliance with which may be fundamental to the company’s ability to operate or to avoid a material penalty.
We discussed among the audit engagement team regarding the opportunities and incentives that may exist within the organisation for fraud and how and where fraud might occur in the financial statements.
In common with all audits under ISAs (UK), we are also required to perform specific procedures to respond to the risk of management override. In addressing the risk of fraud through management override of controls, we tested the appropriateness of journal entries and other adjustments; assessed whether the judgements made in making accounting estimates are indicative of a potential bias; and evaluated the business rationale of any significant transactions that are unusual or outside the normal course of business.
In addition to the above, our procedures to respond to the risks identified included the following:
∙reviewing financial statement disclosures by testing to supporting documentation to assess compliance with provisions of relevant laws and regulations described as having a direct effect on the financial statements;
∙performing analytical procedures to identify any unusual or unexpected relationships that may indicate risks of material misstatement due to fraud;
∙enquiring of management and in-house legal counsel concerning actual and potential litigation and claims, and instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations; and
∙reading minutes of meetings of those charged with governance.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
REPORT ON OTHER LEGAL AND REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
Opinions on other matters prescribed by the Companies Act 2006
In our opinion, based on the work undertaken in the course of the audit:
∙the information given in the strategic report and the directors’ report for the financial year for which the financial statements are prepared is consistent with the financial statements; and
∙the strategic report and the directors’ report have been prepared in accordance with applicable legal requirements.
In the light of the knowledge and understanding of the company and its environment obtained in the course of the audit, we have not identified any material misstatements in the strategic report or the directors’ report.
Matters on which we are required to report by exception
Under the Companies Act 2006 we are required to report in respect of the following matters if, in our opinion:
∙adequate accounting records have not been kept, or returns adequate for our audit have not been received from branches not visited by us; or
∙the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or
∙certain disclosures of directors’ remuneration specified by law are not made; or
∙we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit;
We have nothing to report in respect of these matters.
USE OF OUR REPORT
This report is made solely to the company’s members, as a body, in accordance with Chapter 3 of Part 16 of the Companies Act 2006. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the company’s members those matters we are required to state to them in an auditor’s report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the company and the company’s members as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
Statutory Auditor
London, United Kingdom
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
REGISTERED NUMBER: 06208721
STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2024
The financial statements were approved and authorised for issue by the board and were signed on its behalf by:
The notes on pages 13 to 32 form part of these financial statements.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2023
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Songbird Finance Limited is a private company limited by shares incorporated in the UK under the Companies Act 2006 and registered in England and Wales at One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London, E14 5AB.
The nature of the company's operations and its principal activities are set out in the Directors' Report.
The nature of the company's operations and its principal activities are set out in the Directors' Report.
2.ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention, modified to include certain items at fair value and in accordance with United Kingdom Accounting Standards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice, including FRS 102 “the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland”).
The preparation of financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgement in applying the company's accounting policies (see Note 3).
The Company meets the definition of a qualifying entity under FRS 102 and has therefore taken advantage of the disclosure exemptions available to it in respect of its separate financial statements. The Company is consolidated in the financial statements of its parent, Stork Holdings Limited , which may be obtained at 7 Esplanade, St Helier, JE1 0BD Jersey.
The functional currency of the company is considered to be pounds sterling because that is the currency of the primary economic environment in which they operate.
The principal accounting policies have been applied consistently throughout the year and the preceding year and are summarised below:
The preparation of financial statements in compliance with FRS 102 requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise judgement in applying the company's accounting policies (see Note 3).
The Company meets the definition of a qualifying entity under FRS 102 and has therefore taken advantage of the disclosure exemptions available to it in respect of its separate financial statements. The Company is consolidated in the financial statements of its parent, Stork Holdings Limited , which may be obtained at 7 Esplanade, St Helier, JE1 0BD Jersey.
The functional currency of the company is considered to be pounds sterling because that is the currency of the primary economic environment in which they operate.
The principal accounting policies have been applied consistently throughout the year and the preceding year and are summarised below:
In assessing the going concern basis of the company the directors have considered a period of at least 12 months from the date of approval of these financial statements.
At the year end the company was in a net asset position but had net current liabilities. Included within liabilities were intercompany creditors of £2,239,144, which to the extent that the company cannot pay, will not be called in for at least a period of 12 months from the signing date of the financial statements as confirmed by the ultimate parent company Stork Holdco LP.
Having made the requisite enquiries and assessed the resources at the disposal of the company, the directors have a reasonable expectation that the company will have adequate resources to continue its operation for the foreseeable future. Accordingly, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
At the year end the company was in a net asset position but had net current liabilities. Included within liabilities were intercompany creditors of £2,239,144, which to the extent that the company cannot pay, will not be called in for at least a period of 12 months from the signing date of the financial statements as confirmed by the ultimate parent company Stork Holdco LP.
Having made the requisite enquiries and assessed the resources at the disposal of the company, the directors have a reasonable expectation that the company will have adequate resources to continue its operation for the foreseeable future. Accordingly, they continue to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
The company has taken the exemption from preparing the cash flow statement under Section 1.12(b) as it is a member of a group where the parent of the group prepares publicly available consolidated accounts which are intended to give a true and fair view.
Investments in subsidiaries are stated at cost less any provision for impairment.
Income from investments is recognised as the company becomes entitled to receive payment. Dividend income from investments in companies is recognised when received or irrevocably declared.
Income from investments is recognised as the company becomes entitled to receive payment. Dividend income from investments in companies is recognised when received or irrevocably declared.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
2.ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
2.ACCOUNTING POLICIES (CONTINUED)
The directors have taken advantage of the exemption in paragraph 1.12c of FRS 102 allowing the company not to disclose the summary of financial instruments by the categories specified in paragraph 11.41.
Trade and other receivables
Trade and other receivables are recognised initially at fair value. A provision for impairment is established where there is objective evidence that the company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original terms of the debtor concerned.
Trade and other payables
Trade and other creditors are stated at cost.
Trade and other receivables
Trade and other receivables are recognised initially at fair value. A provision for impairment is established where there is objective evidence that the company will not be able to collect all amounts due according to the original terms of the debtor concerned.
Trade and other payables
Trade and other creditors are stated at cost.
Current tax is provided at amounts expected to be paid or recovered using the tax rates and laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted at the balance sheet date.
Impairment of investments
Investments in subsidiaries are stated at cost less any provision for impairment. In assessing provisions for impairment, the directors have valued each subsidiary at its net asset value, as adjusted for material differences between the fair value and carrying value of its assets and liabilities.
For the year ended 31 December 2024, the financial statements of the company did not contain any significant items that required the application of judgements, apart from those involving estimation.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
In October 2022, the government announced changes to the Corporation Tax rate from 1 April 2023, increasing the main rate of Corporation Tax to 25%.
The company is a member of a REIT headed by Stork Holdings Limited. As a consequence all qualifying property rental business is exempt from corporation tax. Only income and expenses relating to non-qualifying activities will continue to be taxable.
The company is a member of a REIT headed by Stork Holdings Limited. As a consequence all qualifying property rental business is exempt from corporation tax. Only income and expenses relating to non-qualifying activities will continue to be taxable.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
12.OTHER FINANCIAL COMMITMENTS
As at 31 December 2024 and 31 December 2023 the company had given fixed and floating charges over substantially all its assets to secure the commitments of certain other group undertakings.
The company's immediate parent undertaking is Canary Wharf Group Investment Holdings plc.
As at 31 December 2024, the smallest group of which the company is a member and for which group financial statements are drawn up is the consolidated financial statements of Canary Wharf Group Investment Holdings plc. Copies of the financial statements may be obtained from the Company Secretary, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5AB.
The largest group of which the company is a member for which group financial statements are drawn up is the consolidated financial statements of Stork HoldCo LP, an entity registered in Bermuda and the ultimate parent undertaking and controlling party. Stork HoldCo LP is registered at 73 Front Street, 5th Floor, Hamilton HM12, Bermuda.
Stork HoldCo LP is controlled as to 50% by Brookfield Property Partners LP and as to 50% by Qatar Investment Authority.
The directors have taken advantage of the exemption in paragraph 33.1A of FRS 102 allowing the company not to disclose related party transactions with respect to other wholly-owned group companies.
As at 31 December 2024, the smallest group of which the company is a member and for which group financial statements are drawn up is the consolidated financial statements of Canary Wharf Group Investment Holdings plc. Copies of the financial statements may be obtained from the Company Secretary, One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5AB.
The largest group of which the company is a member for which group financial statements are drawn up is the consolidated financial statements of Stork HoldCo LP, an entity registered in Bermuda and the ultimate parent undertaking and controlling party. Stork HoldCo LP is registered at 73 Front Street, 5th Floor, Hamilton HM12, Bermuda.
Stork HoldCo LP is controlled as to 50% by Brookfield Property Partners LP and as to 50% by Qatar Investment Authority.
The directors have taken advantage of the exemption in paragraph 33.1A of FRS 102 allowing the company not to disclose related party transactions with respect to other wholly-owned group companies.
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
DIRECT SUBSIDIARY UNDERTAKINGS
INDIRECT SUBSIDIARY UNDERTAKINGS
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
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SONGBIRD FINANCE LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2024
Subsidiaries incorporated in England and Wales are registered at One Canada Square, Canary Wharf, London E14 5AB. Subsidiaries incorporated in Scotland are registered at Saltire Court, 20 Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2EN. Subsidiaries incorporated in Jersey are registered at 47 Esplanade, St Helier, Jersey, JE1 0BD.
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