: notes to the accounts :

28. Contingent liabilities

There are contingent Group and company liabilities in respect of indemnities, warranties and guarantees in relation to former subsidiary undertakings and in respect of guarantees in relation to subsidiaries and associates. In addition there are contingent liabilities of the Group in respect of legal claims and general partnership interests (see note 13). None of these claims is expected to result in a material gain or loss to the Group.