This item comprises:

XLS

€ million

Dec. 31, 2009

Dec. 31, 2008

Cheques, cash and bank balances

282.9

329.1

Short-term cash investments

258.5

363.6

 

541.4

692.7

Changes in cash and cash equivalents as defined by IAS 7 are presented in the cash flow statement. This item includes short-term receivables due from related parties and affiliates amounting to € 4.5 million (2008: € 2.6 million).