Turnover is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable, net of discounts and value added taxes. Turnover includes revenue earned from the sale of goods and from the rendering of services. Turnover is reduced for estimated customer returns, rebates and other similar allowances.
Sale of goods
Turnover from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods has transferred to the buyer. This is usually at the point that the customer has signed for the delivery of the goods.
Rendering of services
Start Up membership runs for two years from the member’s joining date, with the subscription renewed annually during this period. After completing the two year Start Up phase, members convert to full membership, at which point they move onto the standard calendar year cycle (January–December).
Deferred income is not recognised for Start Up members on grounds of materiality, and fees are non refundable if a member resigns during the year. Membership income is recognised on a straight line basis over the 12 month membership period, reflecting the period over which services are provided.
As all full memberships commence in January and run to December, no income relates to future periods at the year end. Accordingly, the revenue recognition approach is consistent with FRS 102, as income is recognised in line with the delivery of services and no material future period obligation exists at year end.