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).