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At 31 December 2003, the weighted average remaining estimated useful life of goodwill and intangible assets was 24 years (2002: 25 years). 

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At 31 December 2003 and 2002, all assets were included at cost. No depreciation was provided on freehold land. The net book amount of tangible fixed assets includes £29m/ € 41m (2002: £24m/ € 37m) in respect of assets held under finance leases. 

