Company registration number 09371413 (England and Wales)
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
PAGES FOR FILING WITH REGISTRAR
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
CONTENTS
Page
Balance sheet
1 - 2
Notes to the financial statements
3 - 10
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2022
31 December 2022
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2022
2021
Notes
£
£
£
£
Fixed assets
Intangible assets
4
10,333
27,168
Tangible assets
5
1,265,248
888,794
1,275,581
915,962
Current assets
Stocks
56,338
14,060
Debtors
6
3,469,700
1,926,902
Cash at bank and in hand
257,189
530,517
3,783,227
2,471,479
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
7
(1,547,496)
(1,065,669)
Net current assets
2,235,731
1,405,810
Total assets less current liabilities
3,511,312
2,321,772
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
8
(3,469,152)
(5,886,360)
Provisions for liabilities
(7,982)
Net assets/(liabilities)
42,160
(3,572,570)
Capital and reserves
Called up share capital
4,302
3,077
Share premium account
25,974,109
14,512,355
Profit and loss reserves
(25,936,251)
(18,088,002)
Total equity
42,160
(3,572,570)
The directors of the company have elected not to include a copy of the profit and loss account within the financial statements.true
For the financial year ended 31 December 2022 the company was entitled to exemption from audit under section 477 of the Companies Act 2006 relating to small companies.
The directors acknowledge their responsibilities for complying with the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 with respect to accounting records and the preparation of financial statements.
The members have not required the company to obtain an audit of its financial statements for the year in question in accordance with section 476.
These financial statements have been prepared and delivered in accordance with the provisions applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime.
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED)
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2022
31 December 2022
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The financial statements were approved by the board of directors and authorised for issue on 6 June 2023 and are signed on its behalf by:
A Thomas
Director
Company Registration No. 09371413
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
BALANCE SHEET (CONTINUED)
AS AT 31 DECEMBER 2022
31 December 2022
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1
Judgements and key sources of estimation uncertainty
In the application of the company’s accounting policies, the directors are required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amount of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates.
The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised where the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods where the revision affects both current and future periods.
2
Accounting policies
Company information
Animal Dynamics Limited is a private company limited by shares incorporated in England and Wales. The registered office is 4610/20 Cascade Way, Oxford Business Park South, Oxford, OX4 2SU.
2.1
Accounting convention
These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with FRS 102 “The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland” (“FRS 102”) and the requirements of the Companies Act 2006 as applicable to companies subject to the small companies regime. The disclosure requirements of section 1A of FRS 102 have been applied other than where additional disclosure is required to show a true and fair view.
The financial statements are prepared in sterling, which is the functional currency of the company. Monetary amounts in these financial statements are rounded to the nearest £.
The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention. The principal accounting policies adopted are set out below.
2.2
Going concern
The directors have reviewed the company’s forecasts and considered its financial position. As a result of this, they have a reasonable expectation that the company will continue in existence for the foreseeable future and remain a going concern. They recognise that in the current environment there are uncertainties which may have implications for this status and, therefore, they continue to monitor the company’s position closely so that they can take appropriate action if necessary.
2.3
Turnover
Turnover is recognised at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable for goods and services provided in the normal course of business, and is shown net of VAT and other sales related taxes. The fair value of consideration takes into account trade discounts, settlement discounts and volume rebates.
When cash inflows are deferred and represent a financing arrangement, the fair value of the consideration is the present value of the future receipts. The difference between the fair value of the consideration and the nominal amount received is recognised as interest income.
Revenue from the sale of goods is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership of the goods have passed to the buyer (usually on dispatch of the goods), the amount of revenue can be measured reliably, it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the entity and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
2
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Revenue from contracts for the provision of professional services is recognised by reference to the stage of completion when the stage of completion, costs incurred and costs to complete can be estimated reliably. The stage of completion is calculated by comparing costs incurred, mainly in relation to contractual hourly staff rates and materials, as a proportion of total costs. Where the outcome cannot be estimated reliably, revenue is recognised only to the extent of the expenses recognised that it is probable will be recovered.
2.4
Research and development expenditure
Research expenditure is written off against profits in the year in which it is incurred.
2.5
Intangible fixed assets other than goodwill
Intangible assets acquired separately from a business are recognised at cost and are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses.
Intangible assets acquired on business combinations are recognised separately from goodwill at the acquisition date where it is probable that the expected future economic benefits that are attributable to the asset will flow to the entity and the fair value of the asset can be measured reliably; the intangible asset arises from contractual or other legal rights; and the intangible asset is separable from the entity.
Amortisation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
Patents & licences
20% Straight Line
2.6
Tangible fixed assets
Tangible fixed assets are initially measured at cost and subsequently measured at cost or valuation, net of depreciation and any impairment losses.
Depreciation is recognised so as to write off the cost or valuation of assets less their residual values over their useful lives on the following bases:
Leasehold land and buildings
20% Straight Line
Plant and equipment
10% Straight Line
Fixtures and fittings
25% Straight Line
Computers
33.33% Straight Line
Motor vehicles
20% Straight Line
The gain or loss arising on the disposal of an asset is determined as the difference between the sale proceeds and the carrying value of the asset, and is credited or charged to profit or loss.
2.7
Impairment of fixed assets
At each reporting period end date, the company reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs.
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
2
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.
If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease.
Recognised impairment losses are reversed if, and only if, the reasons for the impairment loss have ceased to apply. Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the reversal of the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation increase.
2.8
Stocks
Stocks are stated at the lower of cost and estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell. Cost comprises direct materials and, where applicable, direct labour costs and those overheads that have been incurred in bringing the stocks to their present location and condition.
Stocks held for distribution at no or nominal consideration are measured at the lower of cost and replacement cost, adjusted where applicable for any loss of service potential.
At each reporting date, an assessment is made for impairment. Any excess of the carrying amount of stocks over its estimated selling price less costs to complete and sell is recognised as an impairment loss in profit or loss. Reversals of impairment losses are also recognised in profit or loss.
2.9
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents are basic financial assets and include cash in hand, deposits held at call with banks, other short-term liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less, and bank overdrafts. Bank overdrafts are shown within borrowings in current liabilities.
2.10
Financial instruments
The company has elected to apply the provisions of Section 11 ‘Basic Financial Instruments’ and Section 12 ‘Other Financial Instruments Issues’ of FRS 102 to all of its financial instruments.
Financial instruments are recognised in the company's balance sheet when the company becomes party to the contractual provisions of the instrument.
Financial assets and liabilities are offset, with the net amounts presented in the financial statements, when there is a legally enforceable right to set off the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or to realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.
Basic financial assets
Basic financial assets, which include debtors and cash and bank balances, are initially measured at transaction price including transaction costs and are subsequently carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the transaction is measured at the present value of the future receipts discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial assets classified as receivable within one year are not amortised.
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
2
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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Classification of financial liabilities
Financial liabilities and equity instruments are classified according to the substance of the contractual arrangements entered into. An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of the company after deducting all of its liabilities.
Basic financial liabilities
Basic financial liabilities, including creditors, bank loans, loans from fellow group companies and preference shares that are classified as debt, are initially recognised at transaction price unless the arrangement constitutes a financing transaction, where the debt instrument is measured at the present value of the future payments discounted at a market rate of interest. Financial liabilities classified as payable within one year are not amortised.
Debt instruments are subsequently carried at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Trade creditors are obligations to pay for goods or services that have been acquired in the ordinary course of business from suppliers. Amounts payable are classified as current liabilities if payment is due within one year or less. If not, they are presented as non-current liabilities. Trade creditors are recognised initially at transaction price and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
2.11
Equity instruments
Equity instruments issued by the company are recorded at the proceeds received, net of transaction costs. Dividends payable on equity instruments are recognised as liabilities once they are no longer at the discretion of the company.
2.12
Taxation
The tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax.
Current tax
The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from net profit as reported in the profit and loss account because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and it further excludes items that are never taxable or deductible. The company’s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting end date.
Deferred tax
Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all timing differences and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that they will be recovered against the reversal of deferred tax liabilities or other future taxable profits. Such assets and liabilities are not recognised if the timing difference arises from goodwill or from the initial recognition of other assets and liabilities in a transaction that affects neither the tax profit nor the accounting profit.
The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each reporting end date and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset is realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited in the profit and loss account, except when it relates to items charged or credited directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is also dealt with in equity. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when the company has a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets and liabilities and the deferred tax assets and liabilities relate to taxes levied by the same tax authority.
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
2
Accounting policies
(Continued)
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2.13
Provisions
Provisions are recognised when the company has a legal or constructive present obligation as a result of a past event, it is probable that the company will be required to settle that obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.
The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the reporting end date, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation. Where the effect of the time value of money is material, the amount expected to be required to settle the obligation is recognised at present value. When a provision is measured at present value, the unwinding of the discount is recognised as a finance cost in profit or loss in the period in which it arises.
2.14
Employee benefits
The costs of short-term employee benefits are recognised as a liability and an expense, unless those costs are required to be recognised as part of the cost of stock or fixed assets.
The cost of any unused holiday entitlement is recognised in the period in which the employee’s services are received.
Termination benefits are recognised immediately as an expense when the company is demonstrably committed to terminate the employment of an employee or to provide termination benefits.
2.15
Retirement benefits
Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit schemes are charged as an expense as they fall due.
2.16
Share-based payments
Equity-settled share-based payments are measured at fair value at the date of grant by reference to the fair value of the equity instruments granted using the Black Scholes model. The fair value determined at the grant date is expensed on a straight-line basis over the vesting period, based on the estimate of shares that will eventually vest. A corresponding adjustment is made to equity.
When the terms and conditions of equity-settled share-based payments at the time they were granted are subsequently modified, the fair value of the share-based payment under the original terms and conditions and under the modified terms and conditions are both determined at the date of the modification. Any excess of the modified fair value over the original fair value is recognised over the remaining vesting period in addition to the grant date fair value of the original share-based payment. The share-based payment expense is not adjusted if the modified fair value is less than the original fair value.
Cancellations or settlements (including those resulting from employee redundancies) are treated as an acceleration of vesting and the amount that would have been recognised over the remaining vesting period is recognised immediately.
2.17
Leases
Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessees. All other leases are classified as operating leases.
Assets held under finance leases are recognised as assets at the lower of the assets fair value at the date of inception and the present value of the minimum lease payments. The related liability is included in the balance sheet as a finance lease obligation. Lease payments are treated as consisting of capital and interest elements. The interest is charged to profit or loss so as to produce a constant periodic rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability.
Rentals payable under operating leases, including any lease incentives received, are charged to profit or loss on a straight line basis over the term of the relevant lease except where another more systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leases asset are consumed.
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
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3
Employees
The average monthly number of persons (including directors) employed by the company during the year was:
2022
2021
Number
Number
Total
87
69
4
Intangible fixed assets
Patents & licences
£
Cost
At 1 January 2022 and 31 December 2022
84,171
Amortisation and impairment
At 1 January 2022
57,003
Amortisation charged for the year
16,835
At 31 December 2022
73,838
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2022
10,333
At 31 December 2021
27,168
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
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5
Tangible fixed assets
Leasehold land and buildings
Plant and equipment
Fixtures and fittings
Computers
Motor vehicles
Total
£
£
£
£
£
£
Cost
At 1 January 2022
713,847
57,874
313,303
441,138
54,217
1,580,379
Additions
577,715
38,980
88,415
705,110
Disposals
(224,484)
(294,730)
(519,214)
At 31 December 2022
1,291,562
57,874
127,799
234,823
54,217
1,766,275
Depreciation and impairment
At 1 January 2022
149,265
15,742
198,657
312,498
15,423
691,585
Depreciation charged in the year
147,108
5,789
22,787
54,482
10,712
240,878
Eliminated in respect of disposals
(155,241)
(276,195)
(431,436)
At 31 December 2022
296,373
21,531
66,203
90,785
26,135
501,027
Carrying amount
At 31 December 2022
995,189
36,343
61,596
144,038
28,082
1,265,248
At 31 December 2021
564,582
42,132
114,646
128,640
38,794
888,794
6
Debtors
2022
2021
Amounts falling due within one year:
£
£
Trade debtors
16,466
2,785
Corporation tax recoverable
2,991,155
1,558,349
Other debtors
462,079
365,768
3,469,700
1,926,902
7
Creditors: amounts falling due within one year
2022
2021
£
£
Obligations under finance leases
210,226
206,603
Other borrowings
835,091
Trade creditors
279,682
419,682
Taxation and social security
168,112
407,791
Other creditors
48,830
(932)
Accruals and deferred income
5,555
32,525
1,547,496
1,065,669
ANIMAL DYNAMICS LIMITED
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
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8
Creditors: amounts falling due after more than one year
2022
2021
£
£
Other creditors
3,469,152
5,886,360
9
Share-based payment transactions
Number of share options
Weighted average exercise price
2022
2021
2022
2021
Number
Number
£
£
Outstanding at 1 January 2022
1,905,116
1,994,172
0.18
0.22
Granted
2,277,207
58,000
0.01
0.39
Forfeited
(2,267,928)
(147,056)
0.39
0.20
Outstanding at 31 December 2022
1,914,395
1,905,116
0.22
0.27
Exercisable at 31 December 2022
2,087,323
1,664,197
0.23
0.18
The options outstanding at 31 December 2022 had an exercise price ranging from £0.0001 to £0.39, and a remaining contractual life of 5 - 9 years.
Liabilities and expenses
During the year, the company recognised total share-based payment expenses of £75,816 (2021 - £184,826) which related to equity settled share based payment transactions.
10
Operating lease commitments
Lessee
At the reporting end date the company had outstanding commitments for future minimum lease payments under non-cancellable operating leases, as follows:
2022
2021
£
£
1,845,881
1,254,446
11
Deferred taxation
At 31 December 2022 there existed a potential net deferred tax asset of £2,902,137 (2021 £1,767,559) in respect of unrelieved trading losses. This has not been reflected as an asset given the uncertainty of future revenue streams and the company's commitment to significant continued investment in research and development.