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Other Commitments and Contingencies - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2022 USD ($) | Dec. 31, 2003 tax_lease
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract] |  |
Number of tax leases | tax_lease |  | 6
Tax settlement with HMRC | $ | $ 66.4 |

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