Half Year Results
Michelmersh Brick Holdings PLC
12 September 2007
12 September 2007
Michelmersh Brick Holdings plc
('Michelmersh', the 'Company', or the 'Group')
Interim results for the six months to 30 June 2007
Strong Results Highlight Improved Performance Across The Group
Michelmersh Brick Holdings plc (AIM: MBH), the UK's largest producer of
handmade specification bricks and clay paviors, today announces interim
results for the six months to 30 June 2007.
Highlights of the results are as follows:
• Group turnover increased by 17% to £11.84 million (2006: £10.1 million)
• sales volume grew 17% to 39.0 million units (2006: 33.2 million) a record
figure for the six month period
• operating profit up 412% to £825,000 (2006: £161,000)
• net assets rose 8% to £38.9 million (2006: £35.9 million)
• cash generated from operating activities before changes in working capital
improved to £1.5 million (2006: £929,000)
• all plants operating at capacity
- increased demand from repair and maintenance market
• Board anticipates that gearing will be largely eliminated at the start of
the 2009 financial year
• market conditions stablised in H1 2007
Post period events:
• shareholding in Baggeridge Brick sold for 247p per share
Commenting on the results, Eric Gadsden, Chairman, said: 'I am pleased to report
a significant improvement for the first half of 2007. Turnover and profit has
increased as the investment put in place over the last years has started to
yield benefits. Demand for our full range of products has been robust across
all our brick works.
'There are a number of options for building on our strong base, which will be
reviewed over the coming months but, coupled with a strong market for our
products and increased enquiries and sales across all our product ranges, we
can look forward with great confidence.'
For further information:
Martin Warner, Chief Executive, Michelmersh Brick Holdings, plc: 01442 870 227
Jeremy Carey/Rachel Drysdale, Tavistock Communications: 020 7920 3150
Russell Cook, Charles Stanley Securities, Nominated Adviser: 020 7149 6000
Chairman's Statement
I am pleased to report a significant improvement, as anticipated, for the six
months ending 30 June 2007. Turnover and profit increased as the investment
put in place over the last years has started to yield benefits. Demand for our
products has been robust across all our brick works.
In addition, whilst we were not able to achieve our objective of acquiring
Baggeridge Brick, we have sold our shareholding since the period end, which has
yielded a substantial profit and cash benefit.
Persimmon is now in the public consultation phase in relation to the development
of the land at our Telford site. The application is for development of 80
acres, rather than the 60 acres we had previously stated, which, if granted,
will provide for 1,000 homes. The planning application will be submitted in
the next few weeks.
Financial Results
Group turnover increased by 17% to £11.8 million (2006: £10.1 million),
yielding an operating profit of £825,000 (2006: £161,000) and profit before tax
of £179,000 (2006: loss of £346,000). Interest costs increased to £646,000
(2006: £507,000), partly reflecting the carrying cost of the shares acquired
in Baggeridge Brick and also the increase in interest rates during the period.
Operating profit before changes in working capital improved to £1.5 million
(2006: £0.9 million).
Net assets increased to £38.9 million from £35.9 million due to the increased
levels of stocks being held as a result of a period of continuous production
reflecting the Board's optimism in current market conditions and also the value
of the Baggeridge shareholding.
On 1 August; the Board announced that it had agreed to accept the Weinerberger
Finance Service BV offer in respect of its entire shareholding in Baggeridge
Brick. The 23.1% stake, acquired at an average cash acquisition price of 214.8p,
realised 247p per share from the Weinerberger offer. The shares have been
included at market value of £23.6 million as at 30 June 2007.
All borrowings advanced in relation to the purchase of the Baggeridge Brick
shares, totalling approximately £16.5 million, are included within current
liabilities. No profit on the sale of shares has been provided for in the first
six months figures. This will be in excess of £1.3 million and net cash inflow
from the sale will be over £3.8 million.
In line with our established dividend policy, the Board is not recommending an
interim dividend, but again expects to recommend the payment of a final
dividend at the year end.
In these statements International Financial Accounting Standards have been
adopted for the first time. On transition the Group has recalculated the
deferred tax balances to include £8 million deferred tax calculated on the
revaluation of operational property.
Operational Review
It is pleasing to note increased sales in a more stable market than that
experienced in 2006. In particular, we saw the benefits at Blockleys of our
new ranges of wirecut bricks. This combined with good demand for products from
our niche brick works. We also saw the benefit of a strong repair, maintenance
and improvement market and desire to use local product for both aesthetic
reasons and to satisfy the increased focus on sustainability.
The Company increased sales by 17% to 39 million units (2006: 33.2 million) and
production to 41.3 million (2006: 35.2 million). These are record figures for
the six month period and show both the strengths of Michelmersh products and an
upturn in the market.
In particular, a much higher level of enquiries for our Hydrosmart permeable
paving system is encouraging. These enquiries will result in increased demand
as sustainable solutions are sought to deal with current drainage issues.
Looking forward, whilst our major capital projects are now completed we continue
to consider investments in line with our depreciation rate and anticipate
further improvements to both product ranges and efficiencies in the future. For
example a new kiln at Dunton Brothers is now in the process of being
commissioned, and will start to have a positive impact in the next financial
year.
As noted above, the planning application for residential development at our
Telford site is progressing well. Whilst the initial 15 acres is already
designated in the Local Development Framework, in consultation with the local
authority a detailed application is being prepared for this area and also
outline consent for the remaining 65 acres. Good progress is being made with
clay extraction and restoration of this land and we now anticipate all the
income from the first phase falling into the 2008 accounting period as opposed
to 2008 and 2009.
We have also now obtained planning consent to extract clay on the land adjacent
to our Michelmersh plant which secures supplies for production for the
foreseeable future.
I would draw shareholders attention to our revised website,
www.michelmersh.co.uk, which not only complies with the latest AIM regulations
giving up to date financial information, but also gives comprehensive details
about the Group's products.
Outlook
In light of the continuing consolidation of the brick industry, we continue to
see a number of opportunities for Michelmersh. Over 90% of the market is now in
the hands of three multi nationals. Michelmersh, specialising in high quality
bricks, is the next largest followed by a number of single brick works serving
local markets.
We have a market share of about 5% by value and 3% by volume of the UK market
and are uniquely placed with our niche product range, customer service record
and strong sales team.
As a result of improved profitability, cash received from the sale of the
Baggeridge shares, and on the basis that the anticipated sale of the initial 15
acres of land proceeds in 2008, the Board anticipates that gearing will be
largely eliminated at the start of the 2009 financial year, and will have the
benefit of planning consent for a further 65 acres of residential land at
Telford to be delivered in the future.
There are a number of options for building on this strong base and these will be
reviewed over the coming months but, coupled with a strong market and increased
enquiries and sales across all our product ranges, we can look forward with
great confidence.
Consolidated Income Statement
6 months 6 months 12 months
to 30 June 2007 to 30 June 2006 to 31 December 2006
£'000 £'000 £'000
Unaudited Unaudited Audited
Revenue 11,839 10,112 21,097
Cost of sales (8,285) (7,714) (15,497)
________ ________ ________
Gross profit 3,554 2,398 5,600
Administrative expenses (2,758) (2,263) (4,850)
Other income 29 26 309
________ ________ ________
Operating profit 825 161 1,059
Financial expense (646) (507) (1,001)
________ ________ ________
Profit/(loss) before taxation 179 (346) 58
Taxation - - 15
________ ________ ________
Profit/(loss) for the financial period 179 (346) 73
======== ======== ========
Earnings per share (note 5)
Earnings per share 0.5p (0.9)p 0.2p
Diluted earnings per share 0.5p (0.9)p 0.2p
Consolidated Balance Sheet
As at As at As at
30 June 2007 30 June 2006 31 December 2006
£'000 £'000 £'000
Unaudited Unaudited Audited
Assets
Non-current assets
Intangible assets 71 326 69
Property, plant and equipment 54,863 53,881 54,265
________ ________ ________
Total non-current assets 54,934 54,207 54,334
________ ________ ________
Current assets
Inventories 8,386 7,475 8,171
Trade and other receivables 5,281 4,577 3,603
Available for sale financial assets 23,583 - -
Cash and cash equivalents 389 811 195
________ ________ ________
Total current assets 37,639 12,863 11,969
________ ________ ________
Total assets 92,573 67,070 66,303
________ ________ ________
Liabilities
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables 19,916 4,144 2,629
Interest bearing borrowings 9,245 1,662 3,533
________ ________ ________
29,161 5,806 6,162
________ ________ ________
Non-current liabilities
Deferred tax liabilities 10,029 9,830 9,176
Interest bearing borrowings 14,461 15,540 14,416
________ ________ ________
24,490 25,370 23,592
________ ________ ________
Total liabilities 53,651 31,176 29,754
________ ________ ________
Net assets 38,922 35,894 36,549
======== ======== ========
Equity attributable to equity holders
Share capital 7,604 7,604 7,604
Share premium account 3,432 3,432 3,432
Reserves 22,504 19,796 20,310
Retained earnings 5,382 5,062 5,203
________ ________ ________
Total equity 38,922 35,894 36,549
======== ======== ========
6 months 6 months 12 months
to 30 June 2007 to 30 June 2006 to 31 December 2006
£'000 £'000 £'000
Unaudited Unaudited Audited
Consolidated Cash Flow Statement
Cash flows from operating activities
Profit/(loss) before taxation 179 (346) 58
Share based payment - - 15
Finance costs 646 507 1,001
Depreciation 634 767 1,464
Amortisation - 1 2
________ ________ ________
Operating profit before changes in
working capital 1,459 929 2,540
Increase in inventories (215) (206) (902)
Increase/(decrease) in receivables (1,678) (350) 623
Increase/(decrease) in payables 17,287 512 (683)
________ ________ ________
Net cash generated by operations 16,853 885 1,578
Interest paid (646) (592) (999)
________ ________ ________
Net cash generated from operating activities 16,207 293 579
======== ======== ========
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of intangible assets (2) - (2)
Purchase of property, plant and equipment (1,232) (515) (1,501)
Purchase of financial assets (20,536) - -
________ ________ ________
Net cash used in investing activities (21,770) (515) (1,503)
======== ======== ========
Cash flows from financing activities
Issue of loans 47 8,718 8,218
Repayment of finance lease obligations - (24) (430)
Dividends paid to shareholders - - (418)
________ ________ ________
Net cash generated from financing activities 47 8,694 7,370
________ ________ ________
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents (5,516) 8,472 6,446
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period (2,307) (8,753) (8,753)
________ ________ ________
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period (7,823) (281) (2,307)
======== ======== ========
Group Statement of Changes in Equity
Total Share Share Share Fin Assets Land Retained
Capital Premium Option Available and Earnings Equity
Account Reserve For Sale Buildings
Reserve Reserve
£'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000 £'000
At 1 January 2006 7,604 3,432 26 - 19,770 5,408 36,240
Loss for the period - - - - - (346) (346)
______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______
As at 30 June 2006 7,604 3,432 26 - 19,770 5,062 35,894
Profit for the period - - - - - 419 419
Equity dividends paid - - - - - (418) (418)
Transfer to retained earnings - - - - (140) 140 -
Deferred tax - - - - 639 - 639
Share based payment - - 15 - - - 15
______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______
As at 31 December 2006 7,604 3,432 41 - 20,269 5,203 36,549
Profit for the period - - - - - 179 179
Equity dividends paid - - - - - - -
Revaluation in the period - - - 3,047 - - 3,047
Deferred tax on revaluation
Movement - - - (853) - - (853)
______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______
As at 30 June 2007 7,604 3,432 41 2,194 20,269 5,382 38,922
______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______ ______
NOTES TO THE GROUP INTERIM REPORT
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Michelmersh Brick Holdings Plc is a public limited company ('Company')
incorporated in the United Kingdom under the Companies Act 1985 (registration
number 3462378). The Company is domiciled in the United Kingdom and its
registered address is 121 High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 2PJ.
The Company's Ordinary Shares are traded on the Alternative Investment Market
('AIM'). Copies of the Interim Report are being sent to shareholders. Further
copies of the Interim Report and Annual Report and Accounts may be obtained
from the address above.
2. BASIS OF PREPARATION
Michelmersh Brick Holdings Plc has adopted International Financial Reporting
Standards ('IFRS') as adopted by the European Union with effect from 1
January 2006. The Group will apply IFRS in its consolidated financial
statements for the year ended 31 December 2007. Therefore, these interim
statements for the six months ended 30 June 2007 are prepared using
accounting policies in accordance with IFRS and International Financial
Reporting Interpretations Committee ('IFRIC') interpretations that are
expected to be applicable to the consolidated financial statements for the
year ended 31 December 2007. These standards remain subject to ongoing
amendment and/or interpretation and are therefore still subject to change.
Accordingly, information contained in these interim financial statements may
need updating for subsequent amendments to IFRS required for first time
adoption or for new standards issued post the balance sheet date.
The basis of preparation and accounting policies followed in this interim
report differ from those set out in the Annual Report and Accounts for the
year ended 31 December 2006 which were prepared in accordance with United
Kingdom accounting standards (UK GAAP). As permitted, this interim report
has not been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 ('Interim Financial
Reporting').
The interim financial statements do not constitute statutory accounts as
defined by Section 240 of the Companies Act 1985.
The financial information for the year ended 31 December 2006 has been
extracted from the statutory accounts for the Group for that period now
amended to conform with the IFRS accounting policies expected to be applied
in the consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2007.
These published accounts in a form consistent with UK GAAP were reported on
by the auditors without qualification or an emphasis of matter reference and
did not include a statement under Section 237(2) or (3) of the Companies Act
1985 and have been delivered to the Registrar of Companies.
A summary of significant accounting policies used in the preparation of this
interim report under IFRS is provided in note 3 below.
The financial statements are presented in sterling and all values are
rounded to the nearest thousand pounds (£000) except when otherwise indicated.
A detailed explanation of the impact of the transition from UK GAAP to IFRS
is contained in the appendix to the interim financial statements.
3. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Key sources of estimation uncertainty
The key sources of estimation uncertainty that have a significant risk of
causing material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities
within the next financial year are the estimation of share-based payment
costs.
The estimation of share-based payment costs requires the selection of an
appropriate valuation model, consideration as to the inputs necessary for the
valuation model chosen and the estimation of the number of awards that will
ultimately vest, inputs for which arise from judgements relating to the
probability of meeting non-market performance conditions and the continuing
participation of employees.
Basis of consolidation
The full year consolidated financial statements incorporate the results and
net assets of the Company and its subsidiary undertakings drawn up to 31
December each year. The interim results are prepared for the first 6 months
of the relevant full period.
Subsidiary undertakings are consolidated from the date of their acquisition,
being the date on which the Group obtains control, and continue to be
consolidated until the date that such control ceases. Control comprises the
power to govern the financial and operating policies of the investee so as to
obtain benefit from its activities and is achieved through direct or indirect
ownership of voting rights; currently exercisable or convertible potential
voting rights; or by way of contractual agreement. The financial statements
of subsidiary undertakings used in the preparation of the consolidated
financial statements are prepared for the same reporting period as the parent
company and are based on consistent accounting policies. All inter-company
transactions and balances between Group entities, including unrealised
profits arising from these, are eliminated upon consolidation.
Revenue
Revenue shown in the income statement represents the value of goods sold and
services (which includes the sale of inert landfill) provided to customers
net of value added tax, trade discounts and rebates. Revenue is recognised on
despatch of goods or provision of services where the balance of risk and
reward passes to the customer.
Licences
The costs of preparing and submitting applications for licences have been
capitalised as an intangible fixed asset. Amortisation is calculated so as to
write off the cost of the licence over the operational life of the landfill
site to which it relates.
Property, plant and equipment
Plant and equipment are stated at cost or deemed cost less accumulated
depreciation and impairment losses. Land and buildings are carried at
appropriate valuation for the land and buildings concerned.
The property is valued every two years. The directors consider that the
residual value of the property is not materially different from the carrying
value at the balance sheet date, and hence any depreciation of the property
is considered immaterial.
Depreciation is calculated so as to write off the cost or valuation of an
asset, less its estimated residual value, over the useful economic life of
the asset as follows:
Plant and machinery - 3% - 25% straight line
Motor vehicles - 25% straight line
Fixtures and fittings - 20% - 25% straight line
Equipment - 3% - 25% straight line
Site development costs are capitalised. These costs are written off over the
operational life of the site as and when the void space created as a result
of this expenditure is consumed. The Group does not incur any significant
site restoration costs. Assets in the course of construction are not
depreciated until available for use within the business.
Mineral reserves are amortised on a usage basis.
An annual amount equal to the excess of the annual depreciated charge on
certain revalued assets over the notional historical cost depreciation charge
on those assets is transferred annually from the revaluation reserve to the
retained earnings.
Impairment of assets
At each balance sheet date the Group reviews the carrying amount of its
assets other than inventories 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.
If the recoverable amount of an asset is estimated to be less than its
carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset is reduced to its
recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognised as an expense in the
income statement.
The recoverable amount of assets is the greater of their 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 risks specific to the asset.
Inventories
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value, after
making due allowance for obsolete and slow moving items. Cost is calculated
on the basis of direct cost plus attributable overheads based on a normal
level of activity. No element of profit is included in work in progress.
Financial Instruments
Financial instruments are recognised when the Group becomes a party to the
contractual provisions of the instrument. The principal financial assets and
liabilities of the Group are as follows.
Available for sale financial assets
Available for sale financial assets are stated at fair value with
consequential changes in fair value being credited to equity.
Other borrowings
Interest-bearing borrowings relating to finance lease obligations are
recognised initially at fair value less attributable transactions costs.
Subsequent to initial recognition, interest-bearing borrowings are stated at
amortised cost with any difference between cost and redemption value being
recognised in the income statement over the period of the borrowings on an
effective interest basis.
Derivative financial instruments
As the Group has only limited exposure to foreign currencies, no derivative
products to hedge against current fluctuations are in place. Interest rate
exposure is managed by use of fixed rate and floating rate debt. Currently,
no derivative products are in use.
The Group has secured a derivative product to hedge against current
fluctuations in the cost of gas supply. These products are included in the
financial statements at the locked in price.
Interest expense/income
Interest arising, prior to commissioning, on major capital projects is
capitalised and written off over the estimated useful life of the asset
acquired. Otherwise, interest payable and receivable is recognised in the
income statement as it accrues, using the effective interest rate method.
Cash and cash equivalents
For the purposes of the cash flow statement, cash and cash equivalents
comprise cash at bank and in hand, including bank deposits with original
maturities of three months or less. Bank overdrafts are also included as
they are an integral part of the Group's cash management.
Share based payment transactions
An expense for equity instruments granted under employee share schemes and
the Save-As-You-Earn Schemes is recognised in the financial statements based
on their fair value at the date of grant. This expense is recognised over the
vesting period of the scheme. The Group has adopted the principles of the
Black Scholes Model for the purposes of computing fair value. This policy
only applies to equity settled arrangements.
Operating lease agreements
Rentals applicable to operating leases where substantially all of the
benefits and risks of ownership remain with the lessor are charged against
profits on a straight line basis over the period of the lease.
Deferred tax
The charge for taxation is based on the profit for the year and takes into
account deferred tax arising on temporary differences.
Income tax on the profit for the year comprises current and deferred tax.
Income tax is recognised in the income statement except to the extent that
it relates to items recognised directly in equity, in which case it is
recognised in equity. Current tax is the expected tax payable on the taxable
income for the year, using tax rates enacted or substantially enacted at the
balance sheet date, and any adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous
years.
Deferred tax is provided using the balance sheet liability method and is the
tax expected to be payable or recoverable on differences between the carrying
amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the
corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred
tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary
differences and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is
probable that taxable profits will be available against which deductible
temporary differences can be utilised.
The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at each balance sheet
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 directly to equity, in which case the deferred tax is
also dealt with in equity.
Pension costs
Individual subsidiary companies operate defined contribution pension schemes
for employees. The assets of the schemes are held separately from those of
the companies. Contributions are charged to the income statement in the year
in which they are incurred.
4. DIVIDENDS PAID AND PROPOSED
(Unaudited) (Unaudited) Year
6 months 6 months ended
30 June 2007 30 June 2006 31 December 2006
£'000 £'000 £'000
Declared and paid during the period
Final dividend for the year ended
31 December 2005: 0.011p (2004: 0.011p) - - 418
________ ________ ________
5. EARNINGS PER SHARE
The calculation of earnings per share is based on earnings of £179,000 (2006:
loss of £346,000) and 38,017,865 (2006: 38,017,865) ordinary shares.
Diluted
The diluted figure is based on the same figures as above but takes into
account the weighted average unexercised share options in existence during
the period. These amounted to 602,611 (30.06.07) options under the
Michelmersh Brick Holdings Plc Group share option scheme (30.06.06: 681,269)
and 726,671 (30.06.07) options under the Michelmersh Brick Holdings Plc SAYE
scheme. (30.06.06: 465,141).
6. AVAILABLE FOR SALE FINANCIAL ASSETS
During the period the company acquired 9,547,869 shares in Baggeridge plc at
a cost of £20,536,000. At 30 June 2007 the market value of these shares was
£23,583,000.
Tax amounting to £853,000 has been provided for the potential capital gain at
30 June 2007. Since the period end the shares have been realised and as a
consequence the deferred tax provision has crystallised.
7. Copies of this statement are being sent to shareholders. Further copies are
available on request from: The Company Secretary, Michelmersh Brick Holdings
plc, 121 High Street, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 2PJ.
APPENDIX TO THE GROUP INTERIM REPORT
REPORTING UNDER INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL REPORTING STANDARDS
The interim financial statements are the first to be prepared by the Group using
policies in accordance with IFRS as adopted by the European Union. The
comparative figures have been prepared on the same basis and have therefore been
restated from those previously prepared under UK GAAP. The commentary below
details the key changes that have arisen due to the transition to reporting
under IFRS. The Group's date of transition is 1 January 2006, which is the
beginning of the comparative period for the 2006 financial year. Therefore, the
opening balance sheet for IFRS purposes is that reported at 1 January 2006, as
amended for changes due to IFRS.
To explain the impact of the transition, reconciliations have been included in
this appendix that show the changes made to the statements previously reported
under UK GAAP. The following un-audited reconciliations are included in this
appendix:
1. Reconciliation of Group balance sheet at 1 January 2006 from UK GAAP to IFRS.
2. Reconciliation of Group balance sheet at 31 December 2006 from UK GAAP to
IFRS.
3. Reconciliation of Group balance sheet at 30 June 2006 from UK GAAP to IFRS.
There were no reconciling items in respect of the income statements for the year
ended 31 December 2006 and the six months ended 30 June 2006.
The transition from UK GAAP to IFRS does not affect the cash flows generated by
the Group. The IFRS cash flow statement is presented in a different format than
that required under UK GAAP. The reconciling items between the UK GAAP format
and the IFRS format have no net impact on the cash flows generated and
accordingly reconciliations have not been presented.
The accounting policies used for IFRS are set out in note 3 of the main report.
First time adoption
The Group has applied the provisions of IFRS1 - (First-Time Adoption of
International Financial Reporting Standards) which, generally, requires that
IFRS accounting policies be applied retrospectively in determining the opening
balance sheet at the date of transition. IFRS1 contains both mandatory and
optional exemptions to the principle of retrospective application. Where the
Group has made use of an exemption it is noted below.
The group has taken the following exemptions:
• The Group has chosen to take the first time adoption exemption available
under IFRS1 to use a valuation for its property, plant and equipment as its
deemed cost at the transition date.
Descriptions of the reconciling items between UK GAAP and IFRS are listed below.
The amounts of the reconciling items are detailed in tables set out beneath each
of the reconciliations.
• Deferred taxation
On transition, the Group following the provisions of IAS12 (Income Taxes)
has recalculated the deferred tax balances to include the deferred tax
calculated on the revaluation of properties.
Reconciliation of the Group Balance Sheet at 1 January 2006
UK GAAP IFRS
As at Effect of As at
1 January Transition 1 January
2006 to IFRS 2006
£'000 £'000 £'000
Non-current assets
Intangible assets 69 - 69
Property, plant and equipment 53,985 - 53,985
________ _________ ________
54,054 - 54,054
Current assets
Inventories 7,269 - 7,269
Trade and receivables 4,226 - 4,226
Cash and cash equivalents 42 - 42
________ _________ ________
11,537 - 11,537
________ _________ ________
Total assets 65,591 - 65,591
________ _________ ________
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables (3,310) - (3,310)
Interest bearing borrowings (9,845) - (9,845)
________ _________ ________
(13,155) - (13,155)
Non-current liabilities
Interest bearing borrowings (6,366) - (6,366)
Deferred tax liabilities (1,824) (8,006) (9,830)
________ _________ ________
Total liabilities (21,345) (8,006) (29,351)
________ _________ ________
Net assets 44,246 (8,006) 36,240
________ _________ ________
Shareholders' funds
Share capital 7,604 - 7,604
Share premium account 3,432 - 3,432
Share option reserve 26 - 26
Land and building reserve 27,776 (8,006) 19,770
Retained earnings 5,408 - 5,408
________ _________ ________
Total equity 44,246 (8,006) 36,240
________ _________ ________
Reconciliation of the Group Balance Sheet at 31 December 2006
UK GAAP IFRS
As at Effect of As at
31 December Transition 31 December
2006 to IFRS 2006
£'000 £'000 £'000
Non-current assets
Intangible assets 69 - 69
Property, plant and equipment 54,265 - 54,265
________ _________ ________
54,334 - 54,334
Current assets
Inventories 8,171 - 8,171
Trade and other receivables 3,603 - 3,603
Cash and cash equivalents 195 - 195
________ _________ ________
11,969 - 11,969
________ _________ ________
Total assets 66,303 - 66,303
________ _________ ________
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables (2,629) - (2,629)
Interest bearing borrowings (3,533) - (3,533)
________ _________ ________
(6,162) - (6,162)
Non-current liabilities
Interest bearing borrowings (14,416) - (14,416)
Deferred tax liabilities (1,809) (7,367) (9,176)
________ _________ ________
Total liabilities (22,387) (7,367) (29,754)
________ _________ ________
Net assets 43,916 (7,367) 36,549
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Shareholders' funds
Share capital 7,604 - 7,604
Share premium account 3,432 - 3,432
Share option reserve 41 - 41
Land and building reserve 27,636 (7,367) 20,269
Retained earnings 5,203 - 5,203
________ _________ ________
Total equity 43,916 (7,367) 36,549
________ _________ ________
Reconciliation of the Group Balance Sheet at 30 June 2006
UK GAAP IFRS
As at Effect of As at
30 June Transition 30 June
2006 to IFRS 2006
£'000 £'000 £'000
restated
Non-current assets
Intangible assets 326 - 326
Property, plant and equipment 53,881 - 53,881
________ _________ ________
54,207 - 54,207
Current assets
Inventories 7,475 - 7,475
Trade and other receivables 4,577 - 4,577
Cash and cash equivalents 811 - 811
________ _________ ________
12,863 - 12,863
________ _________ ________
Total assets 67,070 - 67,070
________ _________ ________
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables (4,144) - (4,144)
Current tax liabilities - - -
Interest bearing borrowings (1,662) - (1,662)
________ _________ ________
(5,806) - (5,806)
Non-current liabilities
Interest bearing borrowings (15,540) - (15,540)
Deferred tax liabilities (1,824) (8,006) (9,830)
________ _________ ________
Total liabilities (23,170) (8,006) (31,176)
________ _________ ________
Net assets 43,900 (8,006) 35,894
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Shareholders' funds
Share capital 7,604 - 7,604
Share premium account 3,432 - 3,432
Share option reserve 26 - 26
Land and building reserve 27,776 (8,006) 19,770
Retained earnings 5,062 - 5,062
________ _________ _______
Total equity 43,900 (8,006) 35,894
________ _________ _______
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