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| All figures in £ millions | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost | |||
| At beginning of year | 1,109 | 1,104 | 1,189 |
| Exchange differences | 112 | (63) | (90) |
| Acquisition through business combination | 27 | - | - |
| Additions | 222 | 181 | 173 |
| Disposals | (113) | (113) | (168) |
| At end of year | 1,357 | 1,109 | 1,104 |
| Amortisation | |||
| At beginning of year | (753) | (742) | (809) |
| Exchange differences | (87) | 44 | 57 |
| Acquisition through business combination | (12) | - | - |
| Charge for the year | (192) | (168) | (158) |
| Disposals | 113 | 113 | 168 |
| At end of year | (931) | (753) | (742) |
| Carrying amounts | |||
| At end of year | 426 | 356 | 362 |
Amortisation is included in the income statement in cost of goods sold.
