Profit from operations*
in millions of pounds
*Excludes goodwill amortisation/impairment where applicable.
2008 figures stated before exceptional items
The amount disclosed for 2003 is stated under frozen UK GAAP because it is not practicable to restate amounts for periods prior to the date of transition to IFRSs. The principal differences between UK GAAP and IFRSs are disclosed in the reconciliations in the 2005 Annual Report.