Final Results
Cheerful Scout PLC
17 October 2006
CHEERFUL SCOUT PLC ('Cheerful Scout' or 'the Company')
FINAL RESULTS
Cheerful Scout plc, the AIM listed multi media specialist, announces its results
for the year ended 30 June 2006.
Overview:
- Inaugural pre-tax profit of £259,032 before goodwill amortisation and
reorganisation costs (2005: loss £219,865 before goodwill amortisation
and impairment)
- Turnover up 142% to £2,173,163 (2005: £898,492)
- Strengthened portfolio of blue-chip clients
- Solid pipeline of new business from both old and new clients
- Enhanced technology and service offering - primarily through the launch of
nVision
- Events division established to work in tandem with nVision Presenter,
organising and executing live events
- Targeted expansion into new markets, principally The Business Intelligence
Market with nVision Strategy
- Co developing nVision strategy with a visualisation company that deals in
strategy for large retail corporates
- Consolidation of share capital being recommended to reduce trading costs
for shareholders without having an adverse effect on liquidity
- Several prestigious awards won in the UK and Europe
CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2006
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It gives me great pleasure to report on Cheerful Scout's progress and I believe
your Company has much to celebrate in its tenth year. The period under review
has been extremely positive resulting in an exciting turnaround in our core
business of corporate programming and DVD production. Several prestigious awards
have been won - CIB and IVCA in UK and recently at the FEIFA Grand Prix awards
in Vienna, which underline our commitment to quality and the use of innovation
and further solidify our position and reputation in our market place.
Importantly, we have strengthened our portfolio of blue-chip clients, secured a
solid pipeline of new business and enhanced our technology and service offering
- primarily through the launch of nVision. I therefore believe we have a healthy
business that will now be in a position to deliver value to shareholders and
realise our full potential.
Financial Results
As confirmation of our improvement and ongoing success, I am delighted to report
an inaugural pre-tax profit of £259,032 before goodwill amortisation and
reorganisation costs (2005: loss £219,865 before goodwill amortisation and
impairment) on a turnover of £2,173,163 (2005: £898,492).Cash balances stand at
£885,559. We are encouraged that our existing core business has made the most
significant impact on the numbers and as we anticipate an increased potential
contribution from our new divisions - we can look forward to the future with
keen anticipation.
No Dividend will be payable this year, but the Directors will continue to review
this position closely as our financial situation improves.
Operations
Cheerful Scout is a multidisciplinary creative consultancy that specialises in
devising and delivering corporate communications solutions. Its business is
divided into three areas; (1) film and video programme production; (2) DVD
Authoring; (3) nVision Technology - which incorporates the events division.
(1) Programme Production
The programme productions division - which builds entire projects from initial
ideas through to implementation - continues to perform well. While much of our
work has traditionally been from long standing contracts with clients such as
Allen & Overy and Deloitte, we have now secured a number of new contracts with
other leading organisations. In particular we recently won two branding
contracts, the first a project with the Health, Work and Wellbeing Strategy
Department and the second a project to create the imagery and characters for the
new Tesco Direct service. This increase in client base not only bodes well for
the future but underlines that our attention to detail, creativity and quality
of work is paying off, as new business increases from both old and new clients.
(2) DVD
In the same vein, our DVD division is also performing well. We have been an
active participator in the DVD market for several years and have worked on a
number of major features as well as many well known television series such as
Spooks and Life On Mars. Our customers recognise our consistently high standard
of work, enabling us to build an extensive and loyal customer base which
includes 2 Entertain, Contender Entertainment Group and Fremantle. This high
standard has once again been endorsed by our DVD department being singled out by
Televisual for its menu designs as some of the best for 2006.
(3) nVision
Cheerful Scout is building a name for itself as a developer of pioneering
technologies and for pushing the boundaries of on-screen visual communication.
nVision technology is our latest development, of which there are two versions:
nVision Presenter, a unique communications product targeted at organisers of
live events, and nVision Strategy, a high end product directed at organisations
requiring complex problem solving tools.
nVision Presenter was the first to launch in 2006 and is establishing itself in
the market place. With such a unique offering, we decided that your Company
could increase the business potential and benefits of nVision Presenter by
establishing an events division to help organise and execute live events. We
have subsequently organised a number of events both in the UK and in Europe
which I am happy to report, were very well received.
The Business Intelligence Market is growing rapidly and I am delighted that
nVision Strategy provides an entry point into what is an entirely new market for
Cheerful Scout. We believe that nVision Strategy will provide considerable
opportunities for us in the future. Furthermore, to develop the product further,
we are co developing with a
visualisation company that deals in strategy for large retail corporates. We
believe by working with partners we can increase both the value of our
proposition as well as the uptake.
Our People
Our people are crucial to the success of Cheerful Scout. We have 18 full time
people all who are well trained, able to adapt to the changing needs of our
clients and who understand the Cheerful Scout ethos. The culture of Cheerful
Scout remains as solid today as it did when it was founded by Gary and Peter 10
years ago. It remains flexible, innovative and creative and offers the best
service possible at all times to all clients. We understand the importance of
client relationships and will continue to employ and hopefully retain the very
best of people.
We are proud of our retention of staff, which I believe can be put down to the
management, innovative environment and the opportunities for those involved in
the business as we continue to grow. Good people are essential and I'd like to
take this opportunity to thank everyone for their hard work in building Cheerful
Scout to what it is today.
Consolidation of Share Capital
Your Board is aware that, due to the large number of shares in issue and low
unit price per share, the Company's shares have traded with a relatively wide
bid-offer spread compared to other companies of similar size. Your Board
believes that consolidating the share capital of the Company will reduce trading
costs for shareholders without having an adverse effect on liquidity, and will
result in a more appropriate number of shares in issue.
Consequently, your approval is sought for a consolidation of the ordinary shares
of 0.5p each, such that all shareholders will receive one new ordinary share of
12.5p each for every 25 ordinary shares of 0.5p. Subject to the passing of
resolution 6 of the notice of the AGM, fractions of new ordinary shares
resulting from the consolidation will not be issued to shareholders. The Board
may decide that any fractions shall be consolidated into consolidated shares
which the Board may sell for the best price that can be reasonably obtained. The
net proceeds of any such sale after deduction of expenses will be distributed in
due proportion among holders of fractional entitlements (except that any amount
due which is less than £3 may be retained for the benefit of the Company). Based
on the shareholdings at the date of this letter, it is not expected that any
fractional entitlements will be above £3 and so it is not expected that any
distribution will be made to shareholders in relation to fractional
entitlements.
Except in relation to fractional entitlements, the proportion of each
shareholder's interest in the Company will remain the same, and except for the
increase in nominal value, the new ordinary shares will be identical in all
respects to the ordinary shares. The new ordinary shares will rank pari passu in
respect of dividends.
As a result of the consolidation of ordinary shares the existing warrants to
subscribe for ordinary shares will also be consolidated such that each
consolidated warrant would entitle the holder to subscribe for one new ordinary
share of 12.5 p at 62.5 p per share.
The record date for the consolidation of both the ordinary shares and the
warrants is close of business on 23 November 2006. Crest accounts will be
credited with new ordinary shares and/or new warrants in uncertificated form on
24 November 2006. Dealings will commence in new ordinary shares and new warrants
on 24 November 2006. Persons holding ordinary shares and warrants in
certificated form will be issued with new share certificates and new warrant
certificates on 7 December 2006. Existing share certificates and warrant
certificates will remain valid pending the issue of new share certificates and
new warrant certificates. Upon receipt of new share certificates and new warrant
certificates, the existing share certificates and warrant certificates will
become invalid and should be destroyed.
Outlook
As the results demonstrate, our previous investment in both technology and a
highly experienced team has enabled us to build a strong position in a
competitive market. I am confident that our success will continue and that the
future stability and growth of the Company is in safe hands. Importantly, our
core business and nVision are beginning to interact, creating new business
prospects for each other, thus further strengthening our investment case.
Through leveraging the team's creative abilities and exploiting our unique
technology, we have created a solid platform from which to further develop the
business and in turn generate increased shareholder value and fulfil the
potential of what I believe to be a very exciting company.
S Appleton
Chairman
16 October 2006
CONSOLIDATED PROFIT AND LOSS ACCOUNT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2006
2006 2005
Notes Pre goodwill Goodwill Total Pre goodwill Goodwill Total
amortisation amortisation
and Amortisation and Amortisation
reorganisation and impairment and
costs reorganisation impairment
costs
£ £ £ £ £ £
Turnover 2 2,173,163 - 2,173,163 898,492 - 898,492
Cost of (1,308,612) - (1,308,612) (631,550) - (631,550)
sales
__________ _________ __________ __________ __________ ________
Gross profit 864,551 - 864,551 266,942 - 266,942
Administrative
expenses (635,581) (50,499) (686,080) (504,071) (136,415) (640,486)
__________ _________ _________ __________ __________ ________
Operating
Profit/(loss) 3 228,970 (50,499) 178,471 (237,129) (136,415) (373,544)
Exceptional
item 4 - - - - (1,867,467) (1,867,467)
Interest
receivable 30,104 - 30,104 17,268 - 17,268
Interest
payable and
similar
charges 5 (42) - (42) (4) - (4)
__________ ________ ________ __________ __________ ________
Profit/(Loss)
on ordinary
activities
before
taxation 259,032 (50,499) 208,533 (219,865) (2,003,882) (2,223,747)
Tax on
profit/(loss)
on ordinary
activities 6 - - (54,000) 54,000 - 54,000
__________ _________ _________ __________ __________ _________
Retained
profit/(loss)
for the year 16 154,533 (2,169,747)
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Earnings per ordinary
shares:
Basic 8 0.063075p (1.045661)p
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Diluted 8 0.062814p (1.045661)p
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The profit and loss account has been prepared on the basis that all operations
are continuing operations.
There are no recognised gains or losses other than those passing through the
profit and loss account.
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 30 JUNE 2006
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Group
2006 2005
Fixed assets Notes £ £
Intangible assets 9 793,194 799,135
Tangible assets 10 129,678 212,152
Investments 11 - -
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922,872 1,011,287
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Current assets
Stock 2,268 1,211
Debtors 12 615,914 295,946
Cash at bank and in hand 885,559 721,757
-------- --------
1,503,741 1,018,914
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year 13 (361,621) (119,742)
-------- --------
Net current assets 1,142,120 899,172
-------- --------
Total assets less current 2,064,992 1,910,459
liabilities
-------- --------
2,064,992 1,910,459
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Capital and Reserves
Called up share capital 15 1,225,000 1,225,000
Share premium account 16 - 3,360,169
Special Reserves 16 1,747,416 -
Profit and loss account 16 (907,424) (2,674,710)
Shareholders' funds - equity interests 17 2,064,992 1,910,459
CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2006
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2006 2005
£ £ £ £
Net cash inflow/(outflow) from
operating 231,209 (136,242)
activities
Returns on investments and
servicing of finance
Interest received 30,104 17,268
Interest paid (42) (4)
-------- --------
Net cash inflow for returns on
investments 30,062 17,264
and servicing of finance
Taxation - -
Capital expenditure and
financial investment
Payments to acquire intangible (66,052) (191,865)
assets
Payments to acquire tangible (31,417) (52,115)
assets -------- --------
Net cash outflow for capital (97,469) (243,980)
expenditure
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Net cash inflow/(outflow) before
management 163,802 (362,958)
of liquid resources and
financing
Financing
Net proceeds from issue of
ordinary share - 525,000
capital
Expenses relating to issue of - (26,250)
share capital
-------- --------
Net cash inflow from financing - 498,750
------- --------
Increase in cash in the year 163,802 135,792
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2006
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1 Reconciliation of operating profit/(loss) to net cash inflow/(outflow)from
operating activities
2006 2005
£ £
Operating profit/(loss) 178,471 (373,544)
Depreciation of tangible assets 113,891 134,099
Amortisation of intangible assets 71,993 136,415
Increase/(decrease) in debtors (373,968) (15,577)
Decrease/(increase) in creditors within one year 241,879 (17,896)
Decrease/(increase) in stock (1,057) 261
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Net cash inflow/(outflow) from operating activities 231,209 (136,242)
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2 Analysis of net funds
1 July 2005 Cash flow 30 June 2006
£ £ £
Net cash:
Cash at bank and in hand - 158,916 158,916
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Liquid resources:
Bank deposits 721,757 4,886 726,643
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Net funds 721,757 163,802 885,559
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3 Reconciliation of net cash flow to movement in net funds
2006 2005
£ £
Increase in cash in the year 158,916 26,087
Cash inflow from movement in liquid resources 4,886 109,705
--------- ----------
Change in net funds resulting from cash flows 163,802 135,792
--------- ----------
Movement in net funds in the year 163,802 135,792
Opening net funds 721,757 585,965
--------- ----------
Closing net funds 885,559 721,757
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NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 JUNE 2006
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1 Accounting policies
1.1 Accounting convention
The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention.
1.2 Compliance with accounting standards
The financial statements are prepared in accordance with applicable accounting
standards.
1.3 Basis of consolidation
The consolidated profit and loss account and balance sheet include the financial
statements of the company and its subsidiary undertakings made up to 30 June
2006. The results of subsidiaries sold or acquired are included in the profit
and loss account up to, or from the date control passes. Intra-group sales and
profits are eliminated fully on consolidation.
1.4 Turnover
Turnover represent amounts receivable for goods and services, net of VAT and
trade discounts and has been derived from its principal activity.
1.5 Goodwill and impairment
Goodwill arising on acquisition is written off in equal annual instalments over
its estimated useful economic life of 20 years.
The carrying value of goodwill is reviewed for impairment in periods if events
or changes in circumstances indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable.
These reviews assess the recoverable amount by reference to the net present
value of expected future cash flows of the relevant income generating unit at a
discount rate of 2.8%. Impairment losses are recognised in the period in which
they are identified.
1.6 Development costs
Development expenditure is written off to the profit and loss account in the
year in which it is incurred, unless the directors are satisfied as to the
technical, commercial and financial viability of individual projects. In this
situation, the expenditure is deferred and amortised over the period during
which the company is expected to benefit. Development costs of current projects
will be amortised over 4 years.
1.7 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less depreciation. Depreciation is
provided at rates calculated to write off the cost less estimated residual value
of each asset over its expected useful life, as follows:
Leasehold land and buildings straight line over the life of the lease
Fixtures, fittings and equipment 25% straight line
1.8 Leasing
Rentals payable under operating leases are charged against income on a straight
line basis over the lease term.
1.9 Investments
Fixed asset investments are stated at cost less provision for diminution in
value.
1.10 Stock
Stock is valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value.
1.11 Deferred taxation
The accounting policy in respect of deferred tax reflects the requirements of
FRS19 - Deferred tax. Deferred tax is provided in full in respect of taxation
deferred by timing differences between the treatment of certain items for
taxation and accounting purposes. Deferred tax is measured on a non-discounted
basis.
1.12 Pensions
The pension costs charged in the financial statements represent the
contributions payable by the company during the year in accordance with FRS17.
1.13 Financial instruments
The group does not enter into derivative transactions and does not trade in
financial instruments. For the purpose of note 22, short term debtors and
creditors are not treated as financial assets or financial liabilities.
1.14 Foreign currency translation
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated
into sterling at the rates of exchange ruling at the balance sheet date.
Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the rate ruling at the date
of the transaction. All differences are taken to profit and loss account.
2 Turnover
Geographical market
2006 2005
£ £
United Kingdom 2,008,332 678,335
Europe 144,061 220,157
Rest of the world 20,770 -
2,173,163 898,492
3 Operating profit/(loss)
2006 2005
£ £
Operating profit /(loss) is stated after charging:
Amortisation of intangible assets 71,993 136,415
Depreciation of tangible assets 113,891 134,099
Auditors' remuneration (company £4,750) 13,000 12,250
Operating leases 83,545 75,950
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4 Exceptional item
2006 2005
£ £
Impairment of goodwill - 1,867,467
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- 1,867,467
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5 Interest payable
2006 2005
£ £
Other interest 42 4
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6 Taxation
2006 2005
£ £
Current year tax - -
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Deferred tax
Deferred tax charge/(credit) for the year 54,000 (54,000)
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Factors affecting the tax charge for the year
Profit/(loss) on ordinary activities before
taxation 208,533 (2,223,747)
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Profit/(loss) on ordinary activities before
taxation multiplied by standard rate of UK
corporation tax of 19% (2005 - 19%) 39,621 (422,512)
Effects of:
Non deductible expenses 232 181
Depreciation add back 21,683 25,478
Capital allowances (12,140) (14,984)
Research and development allowances (20,825) -
Other tax adjustments (28,571) 411,837
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(39,621) 422,512
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Current tax charge - -
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The group has estimated losses of £154,329 (2005: £363,079) available for carry
forward against future trading profits.
7 Loss for the financial year
As permitted by section 230 of the Companies Act 1985, the holding company's
profit and loss account has not been included in these financial statements. The
loss for the financial year is made up as follows:-
2006 2005
£ £
Holding company's loss for the financial year (53,453) (1,504,702)
Transfer to special reserves (See Note 16) 32,241 -
-------- --------
Retained loss for the year (21,212) (1,504,702)
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This figure is stated after an exceptional charge for permanent diminution in
the value of the investment in the subsidiary undertaking of £ nil (2005:
£1,444,213).
8 Earnings per ordinary share
Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the profit attributable to
ordinary shareholders of £154,533 (2005: £2,169,747) using a weighted average of
245,000,000 (2005: 207,500,000) ordinary shares in issue during the year.
Diluted earnings per share are adjusted for warrants and share options granted
to employees where the exercise price is less than the price of the Company's
ordinary shares during the year. These adjustments give rise to an increase of
1,015,804 ordinary shares.
9 Intangible fixed assets
Group
Goodwill Development Total
Costs
£ £ £
Cost
At 1 July 2005 2,728,292 370,291 3,098,583
Additions - 66,052 66,052
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At 30 June 2006 2,728,292 436,343 3,164,635
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Amortisation
At 1 July 2005 2,299,448 - 2,299,448
Charge for the year 25,476 46,517 71,993
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At 30 June 2006 2,324,924 46,517 2,371,441
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Net book value
At 30 June 2006 403,368 389,826 793,194
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At 30 June 2005 428,844 370,291 799,135
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10 Tangible fixed assets
Group
Leasehold land and Fixtures, fittings and Total
buildings equipment
£ £ £
Cost
At 1 July 2005 142,218 695,725 837,943
Additions - 31,417 31,417
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At 30 June
2006 142,218 727,142 869,360
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Depreciation
At 1 July 2005 78,319 547,472 625,791
Charge for the
year 26,442 87,449 113,891
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At 30 June
2006 104,761 634,921 739,682
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Net book
value
At 30 June
2006 37,457 92,221 129,678
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At 30 June
2005 63,899 148,253 212,152
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11 Fixed asset investments
Company
Shares in subsidiary
£
Cost
At 1 July 2005 and 30 June 2006 3,144,213
Impairment
At 1 July 2005 and 30 June 2006 (1,444,213)
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Valuation as at 30 June 2006 1,700,000
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In the opinion of the directors, the aggregate value of the company's investment
in subsidiary undertakings is not less than the amount included in the balance
sheet.
Holdings of more than 20%
The company holds more than 20% of the share capital of the following companies:
Company Country of registration Shares held
or incorporation Class %
Subsidiary undertakings
Centralfix Limited England and Wales Ordinary 100
nVision Technology Limited England and Wales Ordinary 100
The principal activity of these undertakings for the last relevant financial
year was as follows:
Principal activity
Centralfix Limited Provision of business communication services
nVision Technology Limited Dormant
12 Debtors
Group Company
2006 2005 2006 2005
£ £ £ £
Trade debtors 516,023 113,942 - -
Amounts owed by group
undertakings - - 511,681 534,167
Other debtors 39,014 38,464 - -
Prepayments and accrued
income 60,877 89,540 7,988 7,890
Deferred tax asset (see note
14) - 54,000 - -
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615,914 295,946 519,669 542,057
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Other debtors include £35,473 (2005: £35,473) rental deposit which is secured by
a charge in favour of the landlords.
13 Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
Group Company
2006 2005 2006 2005
£ £ £ £
Trade creditors 170,593 59,456 - -
Amounts due to group
undertakings - - 1 1
Taxes and social security costs 76,126 13,510 - -
Accruals and deferred income 114,902 46,776 11,275 7,850
-------- -------- -------- --------
361,621 119,742 11,276 7,851
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14 Provisions for liabilities and charges
The deferred tax asset (included in debtors, note 12) is made up as follows:-
2006 2005
£ £
Tax losses and accelerated capital allowances - 54,000
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15 Share capital
2006 2005
Authorised £ £
700,000,000 Ordinary shares of 0.5p each 3,500,000 3,500,000
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Allotted, called up and fully paid
245,000,000 Ordinary shares of 0.5p each 1,225,000 1,225,000
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On 1 May 2002 34,500,000 warrants were issued at the time of the company's
listing on the Alternative Investment Market.
Each warrant entitles the warrant holder to subscribe for an ordinary share at
the issue price of 2.5p per share. The warrants are exercisable at any time
until the expiry of 5 years from 1 May 2002.
The company has entered into a scheme to provide share option incentives for
staff. A total of 1,800,000 ordinary shares of 0.5p each have been offered at an
option price of 2.5p per share exercisable between 3 and 10 years after the date
of grant, which was 1 May 2002.
An additional 6,105,000 ordinary shares of 0.5p each have been offered at an
option price of 0.75p per share exercisable between 3 and 10 years after the
date of grant, which was 28 October 2004.
16 Statement of movements on reserves
Group
Share premium Special Profit and loss
account Reserves account
£ £ £
Balance at 1
July 2005 3,360,169 - (2,674,710)
Transfer in
respect of the
cancellation
of share
premium
account (3,360,169) 3,360,169 -
Transfer in
respect of
accumulated
losses to 30
November 2005 - (1,612,753) 1,612,753
Retained
Profit for the
year - - 154,533
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Balance at 30
June 2006 - 1,747,416 (907,424)
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Company
Share premium Special Profit and loss
account Reserves account
£ £ £
Balance at 1
July 2005 3,360,169 - (1,580,512)
Retained loss
for the year - - (53,453)
Transfer in
respect of the
cancellation
of share
premium
account (3,360,169) 3,360,169 -
Transfer in
respect of
accumulated
losses to 30
November 2005 - (1,612,753) 1,612,753
--------- --------- --------
Balance at 30
June 2006 - 1,747,416 (21,212)
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The company successfully applied to the High Court of Justice to transfer to a
special reserve the sum of £3,360,169 being the balance of the share premium
account. In addition accumulated losses of £1,612,753 to 30 November 2005 were
also transferred to the special reserves with the approval of the High Court of
Justice.
17 Reconciliation of movements in shareholders' funds
Group
2006
£
Profit for the financial year 154,533
Opening shareholders' funds 1,910,459
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Closing shareholders' funds 2,064,992
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Company
2006
£
Loss for the financial year (53,453)
Opening shareholders' funds 3,004,657
--------
Closing shareholders' funds 2,951,204
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18 Financial commitments
At 30 June 2006 the group had annual commitments under non-cancellable operating
leases as follows:
Land and buildings
2006 2005
£ £
Expiry date:
In over five years 83,545 75,950
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19 Directors' emoluments
2006 2005
£ £
Emoluments for qualifying services 127,500 106,800
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Directors remuneration includes £12,750 (2005: £48,555) which has been
capitalised as development costs.
20 Related party transactions
During the year, £21,715 (2005: £15,155) was charged by Harris & Trotter LLP in
respect of professional services. N J Newman is a member of that firm.
Cheerful Scout Plc is a guarantor for the lease entered into by Centralfix
Limited, its subsidiary undertaking.
21 Employees
Number of employees
The average monthly number of employees (including directors) during the year
was:
2006 2005
Number Number
Production 13 11
Administration 4 3
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17 14
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Employment costs
£ £
Wages and salaries 498,535 392,568
Social security costs 53,091 36,612
Pension costs 172 172
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551,798 429,352
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22 Treasury activities and financial instruments
The group's financial instruments comprise cash and liquid resources.
The main risks arising from the group's financial instruments are the interest
rate risks. The Board reviews and agrees policies for managing these risks.
Interest rate risk profile of financial assets
The interest rate profile of the financial assets of the group at 30 June 2006
is as follows:
Financial assets Floating rate Total
on which no financial
interest is assets
earned
£ £ £
Sterling 5,000 880,559 885,559
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The floating rate financial assets comprise cash deposits on money market
deposits at monthly rates.
Fair value of financial assets
The group's book value of the financial assets equates to their fair values.
23 Pension costs
Defined contribution
The group makes pre-defined contributions to employees' personal pension plans.
Contributions payable by the group for the year were £172 (2005: £172).
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