On 31 January 2023, the equity section of the balance sheet of Depper plc was as follows:

During the year ended 31 January 2024, the company:
• made a 1 for 6 bonus issue of shares, making use of the share premium account • reported a final profit for the year, after tax, of £71,000 • paid dividends totalling £29,000 • made a transfer to general reserve of £3,000.
Required:
Prepare a statement of changes in equity for Depper plc for the year ended 31 January 2024.

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Share capital (300,000 ordinary shares of 10p each) Share premium General reserve Retained earnings Total equity 30,000 92,000 17,000 249,000 388,000