Action For People CIC

DIRECTORS’ REPORT For the year ended 31 March 2026 The Director presents the report and unaudited financial statements of the Company for the year ended 31 March 2026. Principal Activity and Regulatory Positioning The principal activity of the Company during the year was the continued development and governance of the Personal Assistants at Home (PAAH) project. Personal Assistants at Home operates as a structured verification and membership body supporting independent Personal Assistants who work directly with individuals in community settings. The Company provides: Independent verification of membership status; Structured identity and compliance checks; Access to safeguarding and training resources; Governance guidance and operational support; Wellbeing support access; Maintenance of a central register of verified members. The Company does not provide regulated care services. The Company does not introduce workers, broker arrangements, supply staff, or act as an employment agency. The Company does not exercise managerial or supervisory control over the day-to-day work undertaken by independent Personal Assistants. Engagement arrangements remain strictly between the individual Personal Assistant and the commissioner, service user, or employer. The Company’s role is limited to verification of membership status, maintenance of standards within the membership framework, and the provision of compliance and safeguarding awareness resources. This governance boundary has been maintained consistently throughout the year in order to preserve regulatory clarity and ensure the Company does not operate within the scope of regulated activity under care or employment agency legislation. Review of Activities and Community Impact During the year the Company: Continued to operate and refine the Personal Assistants at Home verification framework. Maintained a structured digital membership and identity verification system. Delivered safeguarding and governance-focused training sessions to 45 volunteers across community organisations. Provided structural and governance advisory support to assist in the establishment of three new Community Interest Companies serving local voluntary initiatives. Through these activities the Company has: Strengthened safeguarding awareness across independent community-based support arrangements. Improved transparency through structured verification systems. Supported the lawful and sustainable development of new community-led social enterprises. Reinforced governance capability within voluntary and community organisations. All activities have been undertaken exclusively in furtherance of the Company’s community interest objectives. Community Interest and Asset Lock The Company is a Community Interest Company limited by guarantee and operates in accordance with its Articles of Association. The Company’s activities are carried out for the benefit of the community and not for private advantage. In accordance with the statutory asset lock provisions: The Company’s assets are dedicated to community benefit. Surpluses generated are retained and reinvested solely in furtherance of the Company’s community interest objectives. No dividends have been declared or paid. Upon dissolution, any remaining assets will be transferred to another asset-locked body or charity with similar community purposes. The Director confirms that throughout the financial year the Company has complied with the requirements of the Companies (Audit, Investigations and Community Enterprise) Act 2004 and has continued to satisfy the Community Interest Test. Financial Review and Stewardship Income during the year was derived from membership services, governance support activity, and training delivery. Expenditure was incurred primarily in relation to: Digital systems and verification infrastructure; Professional compliance support; Insurance and governance safeguards; Training development; Administrative and operational management. The Director has maintained prudent financial oversight to ensure sustainability while continuing to invest in strengthening governance systems and compliance infrastructure. All income has been applied exclusively toward the advancement of the Company’s stated community interest purposes. Governance and Risk Management The Director has maintained oversight of governance, regulatory positioning, and operational boundaries throughout the year. Particular attention has been given to: Preserving the Company’s non-agency and non-employer status; Ensuring clarity of legal positioning in all external communications; Maintaining GDPR-compliant verification processes; Safeguarding community beneficiaries through structured membership criteria; Avoiding regulatory scope creep into care provision or employment activity. The Company operates proportionate internal controls appropriate to its size and structure. Directors The Director who served during the year was: Heather Hunter Directors’ Responsibilities The Director is responsible for preparing the Directors’ Report and financial statements in accordance with applicable law and regulations. The Director is responsible for: Keeping adequate accounting records; Safeguarding the assets of the Company; Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations; Maintaining the integrity of the Company’s asset lock; Preventing and detecting fraud and irregularities. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. Small Company Provisions This report has been prepared in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies entitled to the small companies exemption. Signed on behalf of the Board: Heather Hunter Director Date: 30/12/2025