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Share of results of associates (Detail) - Associates - GBP (£) £ in Millions | 6 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Jun. 30, 2022 | Jun. 30, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2021
Disclosure of associates [line items] |  |  |
Share of exceptional (losses)/gains | £ 76.1 | £ (11.7) |
Acquired intangibles [member] |  |  |
Disclosure of associates [line items] |  |  |
Share of exceptional (losses)/gains | £ (76.1) |  | £ (11.7)

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