Dividend per ordinary share

2008		2009		2010		2011		2012
15.1p		15.9p		20.0p		22.0p		22.0p

KPI

Dividend per ordinary share

Definition

Cash returned to shareholders as a return on their investment in the Company.

Commitment

To maintain this policy whilst retaining the flexibility to invest when opportunities are identified.

Annual Performance

The Board will recommend, at the Company's AGM, a final dividend of 14.0p per ordinary share. This confirms the Company's ability to generate strong cash flows year-on-year.