25th Sep 2009 07:00
Richoux Group plc
Interim results for the 28 weeks ended 12 July 2009
Richoux Group plc, the owner and operator of Richoux restaurants today announces its July 2009 interim results.
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28 weeks ended 12 July 2009 £m |
28 weeks ended 13 July 2008 £m |
52 weeks ended 28 December 2008 £m |
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Turnover from continuing operations |
2.69 |
2.93 |
5.56 |
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Gross profit from continuing operations |
0.07 |
0.14 |
0.38 |
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Operating loss on continuing operations before impairment |
(0.21) |
(0.23) |
(0.31) |
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Loss attributable to shareholders from continuing and discontinued operations |
(0.99) |
(0.28) |
(1.87) |
Key points:
Turnover down 8% on same period last year explained in part by discontinuance of "Amato" brand
Gross profit of established four Richoux restaurants up on same period last year
Established four Richoux restaurants remain profitable and cash generative
Cash of £3.0 million at period end
Impairment provision of £817,000
New mid market restaurant concept developed for Chatham site
Philip Shotter, Chairman of Richoux Group plc said:
"While the trading environment remains difficult, the core Richoux brand continues to trade well from its established sites. The challenge facing the Group remains to develop a business to complement those established Richoux restaurants and the Group is hopeful that its new concept "Zippers" which will be opening in Chatham before the end of the year will fulfil that role"
Enquiries:
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Richoux Group plc |
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Philip Shotter, Chairman |
(020) 7483 7000 |
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College Hill |
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Matthew Smallwood |
(020) 7457 2020 |
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Justine Warren |
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Evolution Securities |
(020) 7071 4300 |
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Bobbie Hilliam |
Results
Group turnover from our continuing operations for the 28 week period ended 12 July 2009 decreased to £2.69 million (July 2008: £2.93 million) following the closure of the Amato restaurants. Gross profit from continuing operations was £0.07 million (July 2008: £0.14 million). Administrative expenses for continuing operations (before impairment and reorganisation costs) of £0.28 million (July 2008: £0.37 million) were in line with expectations.
The Directors are not recommending the payment of a dividend.
Operations
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Richoux |
the Group's established restaurants in Knightsbridge, Mayfair, St John's Wood and Piccadilly continue to trade well with gross profit up on the same period last year. The new Richoux restaurant in High Wycombe and the rebranded Richoux restaurant in Old Compton Street have traded below management's expectations due to a combination of the particularly challenging economic climate and inherent problems with the Richoux concept in non-established sites. As a result an impairment provision of £817,000 has been made following their fitting-out/ refurbishment. Management are currently considering their options regarding these two restaurants. |
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Amato |
the Amato brand has now been discontinued. The Muswell Hill unit has been sold, the Charlotte Street unit has closed and is being disposed of and Old Compton Street has been rebranded. The freehold Central kitchen premises have been retained but let to a third party for a premium of £100,000 at an initial rent of £42,500. |
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Zippers |
new leasehold premises have been acquired in the Chatham Maritime development. These will trade under the new 'Zippers' concept which is to be a mid-market family orientated concept with a wide food offering. |
Capital expenditure and cash flow
The board continued to tightly manage the cash resources of the Group. The Group held cash of £3.00 million (December 2008: £4.38 million) at the end of the reporting period.
Capital expenditure of £0.92 million (December 2008: £2.15 million) was incurred in the period on the fitting-out/refurbishment of the two new Richoux restaurants.
Outlook
The outlook for the Group remains challenging as it continues to try to build upon the success and profitability of its established core Richoux business. The disappointing performance of the most recent Richoux sites means the Group is not foreseeing further expansion of Richoux at present. A new unit has been acquired in Chatham which will trade under a new mid-market concept "Zippers".
Philip Shotter
Chairman
25 September 2009
Richoux Group plc
Condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income
for the 28 week period ended 12 July 2009
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Notes |
28 week period ended 12 July 2009 |
28 week period ended 13 July 2008 |
52 week period ended 28 December 2008 |
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£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
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Revenue |
2,691 |
2,928 |
5,557 |
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Cost of sales: |
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Excluding pre-opening costs |
(2,564) |
(2,747) |
(5,132) |
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Pre-opening costs |
(54) |
(40) |
(42) |
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Total cost of sales |
(2,618) |
(2,787) |
(5,174) |
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Gross profit |
73 |
141 |
383 |
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Administrative expenses |
(281) |
(369) |
(688) |
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Other operating income |
(1) |
(1) |
(1) |
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Operating loss before impairment |
(209) |
(229) |
(306) |
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Impairment of property, plant and equipment |
(817) |
(200) |
(1,672) |
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Impairment of goodwill |
- |
- |
(91) |
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Impairment of other intangible assets |
- |
- |
(62) |
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Operating loss |
(1,026) |
(429) |
(2,131) |
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Finance income |
36 |
152 |
255 |
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Finance expense |
(2) |
(1) |
(2) |
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Loss before taxation |
(992) |
(278) |
(1,878) |
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Taxation |
- |
- |
- |
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Loss for the period from continuing operations |
(992) |
(278) |
(1,878) |
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Profit for the period from discontinued operations |
- |
- |
10 |
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Loss and total comprehensive loss for the period |
(992) |
(278) |
(1,868) |
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Loss and total comprehensive loss attributable to equity holders of the parent |
(992) |
(278) |
(1,868) |
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Loss and total comprehensive loss per share: |
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From continuing operations: |
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Loss per share |
3 |
(2.4)p |
(0.7)p |
(4.5)p |
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Diluted loss per share |
3 |
(2.4)p |
(0.7)p |
(4.5)p |
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From continuing and discontinued operations: |
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Loss per share |
3 |
(2.4)p |
(0.7)p |
(4.5)p |
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Diluted loss per share |
3 |
(2.4)p |
(0.7)p |
(4.5)p |
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Richoux Group plc
Condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity
For the 28 week period ended 12 July 2009
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Share capital |
Share premium account |
Warrants reserve |
Profit and loss account |
Total |
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£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
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At 30 December 2007 |
1,681 |
10,335 |
50 |
(4,350) |
7,716 |
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Loss for the period |
- |
- |
- |
(278) |
(278) |
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Credit to equity for equity settled share based payments |
- |
- |
- |
75 |
75 |
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Warrants lapsed |
- |
- |
(50) |
50 |
- |
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At 13 July 2008 |
1,681 |
10,335 |
- |
(4,503) |
7,513 |
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Loss for the period |
- |
- |
- |
(1,590) |
(1,590) |
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Credit to equity for equity settled share based payments |
- |
- |
- |
46 |
46 |
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At 28 December 2008 |
1,681 |
10,335 |
- |
(6,047) |
5,969 |
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Loss for the period |
- |
- |
- |
(992) |
(992) |
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Credit to equity for equity settled share based payments |
- |
- |
- |
26 |
26 |
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At 12 July 2009 |
1,681 |
10,335 |
- |
(7,013) |
5,003 |
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Richoux Group plc
Condensed consolidated statement of financial position
at 12 July 2009
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12 July 2009 |
13 July 2008 |
28 December 2008 |
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Note |
£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
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Assets |
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Non-current assets |
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Goodwill |
234 |
325 |
234 |
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Other intangible assets |
38 |
74 |
44 |
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Property, plant and equipment |
5 |
2,264 |
3,345 |
2,325 |
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Lease premiums |
5 |
- |
44 |
- |
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Total non-current assets |
2,536 |
3,788 |
2,603 |
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Current assets |
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Inventories |
75 |
85 |
80 |
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Lease premiums |
5 |
- |
5 |
- |
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Trade and other receivables |
486 |
471 |
463 |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
3,003 |
4,198 |
4,375 |
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Total current assets |
3,564 |
4,759 |
4,918 |
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Total assets |
6,100 |
8,547 |
7,521 |
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Liabilities |
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Current liabilities |
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Trade and other payables |
(1,041) |
(1,026) |
(1,545) |
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Non-current liabilities |
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Trade and other payables |
(56) |
(8) |
(7) |
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Total liabilities |
(1,097) |
(1,034) |
(1,552) |
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Net assets |
5,003 |
7,513 |
5,969 |
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Capital and reserves |
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Share capital |
1,681 |
1,681 |
1,681 |
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Share premium account |
10,335 |
10,335 |
10,335 |
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Retained earnings |
(7,013) |
(4,503) |
(6,047) |
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Total equity |
5,003 |
7,513 |
5,969 |
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Richoux Group plc
Condensed consolidated statement of cash flows
for the 28 week period ended 12 July 2009
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Notes |
28 week period ended 12 July 2009 |
28 week period ended 13 July 2008 |
52 week period ended 28 December 2008 |
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£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
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Operating activities |
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Cash (used in)/generated from operations |
6 |
(491) |
53 |
722 |
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Interest paid |
(2) |
(1) |
(2) |
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Net cash (used in)/from operating activities |
(493) |
52 |
720 |
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Investing activities |
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Purchase of property, plant and equipment |
(922) |
(1,537) |
(2,100) |
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Purchase intangible assets |
(2) |
(4) |
(45) |
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Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment |
- |
- |
10 |
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Interest received |
36 |
152 |
255 |
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Disposal of joint venture undertakings |
9 |
- |
- |
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Net cash used in investing activities |
(879) |
(1,389) |
(1,880) |
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Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents |
(1,372) |
(1,337) |
(1,160) |
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Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period |
4,375 |
5,535 |
5,535 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period |
3,003 |
4,198 |
4,375 |
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Notes
1. The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as adopted by the European Union and therefore the Group financial statements comply with Article 4 of the EU IAS Regulation. The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis.
2. The condensed financial information for the 28 week period ended 12 July 2009 and the 28 week period ended 13 July 2008 has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 "Interim financial reporting" and should be read in conjunction with the annual financial statements for the period ended 28 December 2008 which have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as adopted by the European Union. The accounting policies used in preparing the condensed financial information are consistent with those of the annual financial statements for the period ended 28 December 2008 except that IAS 1 (revised) has been adopted. The adoption of IAS 1 has led to certain presentational changes, including the adoption of a single statement of comprehensive income and the inclusion of a statement of changes in equity as a primary statement. There have been no changes to the underlying figures as a result of the adoption of the standard. The condensed financial information for the 28 week period ended 12 July 2009 and the 28 week period ended 13 July 2008 have not been audited or reviewed and does not constitute full financial statements within the meaning of section 435 of the Companies Act 2006.
The financial information for the 52 week period ended 28 December 2008 does not constitute the Group's statutory accounts for that period but it is derived from those accounts. Statutory accounts for the 52 week period ended 28 December 2008 have been delivered to the Registrar of Companies. The auditors have reported on these accounts; their report was unqualified and did not contain statements under section 237(2) or (3) of the Companies Act 1985.
Premiums payable to acquire leasehold interests in a property are capitalised on the balance sheet separately from property, plant and equipment and amortised over the course of the lease on the property. The board considers these payments to be part of the total payment in respect of property, plant and equipment and cash flows relating to these payments are part of the total payments in respect of property, plant and equipment and cash flows relating to these payments are analysed in the cash flow statement as part of cash flows associated with investing activities.
3. Loss per share
The calculation of the basic and diluted loss per share is based on the following data:
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12 July 2009 |
13 July 2008 |
28 December 2008 |
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£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
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Loss |
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Loss from continuing operations for the purpose of basic loss per share excluding discontinued operations |
(992) |
(278) |
(1,878) |
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Profit from discontinued operations |
- |
- |
10 |
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|
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Loss for the purposes of basic loss per share being the net profit attributable to equity holders of the parent |
(992) |
(278) |
(1,868) |
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Number of shares |
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Weighted average number of ordinary shares for the purposes of the basic loss per share |
42,019,612 |
42,019,612 |
42,019,612 |
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Share options and warrants not included in the diluted calculations as per the requirements of IAS 33 (as they are anti-dilutive) |
1,832,840 |
2,112,840 |
2,082,840 |
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4. No dividend is proposed.
5. Property, plant and equipment
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Freehold land and buildings |
Short leasehold land and buildings |
Lease premiums |
Leasehold improve-ments |
Fixtures, fittings, and equip-ment |
Motor vehicles |
Total |
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Cost |
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At 30 December 2007 |
- |
2,903 |
- |
17 |
977 |
4 |
3,901 |
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Additions |
850 |
290 |
50 |
- |
347 |
- |
1,537 |
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At 13 July 2008 |
850 |
3,193 |
50 |
17 |
1,324 |
4 |
5,438 |
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Additions |
306 |
73 |
- |
- |
184 |
- |
563 |
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At 28 December 2008 |
1,156 |
3,266 |
50 |
17 |
1,508 |
4 |
6,001 |
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Additions |
- |
482 |
50 |
- |
390 |
- |
922 |
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Disposals |
- |
(50) |
(50) |
- |
(74) |
(4) |
(178) |
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|
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At 12 July 2009 |
1,156 |
3,698 |
50 |
17 |
1,824 |
- |
6,745 |
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Accumulated depreciation and impairment |
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At 30 December 2007 |
- |
1,178 |
- |
16 |
486 |
- |
1,680 |
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Charge for period |
- |
85 |
1 |
- |
78 |
- |
164 |
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Impairment |
- |
135 |
- |
- |
65 |
- |
200 |
|
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|
|
|
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At 13 July 2008 |
- |
1,398 |
1 |
16 |
629 |
- |
2,044 |
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Charge for period |
- |
76 |
- |
1 |
82 |
1 |
160 |
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Impairment |
369 |
604 |
49 |
- |
447 |
3 |
1,472 |
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At 28 December 2008 |
369 |
2,078 |
50 |
17 |
1,158 |
4 |
3,676 |
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Charge for period |
- |
63 |
- |
- |
90 |
- |
153 |
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Impairment |
393 |
50 |
- |
374 |
- |
817 |
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Disposal |
- |
(44) |
(50) |
- |
(67) |
(4) |
(165) |
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At 12 July 2009 |
369 |
2,490 |
50 |
17 |
1,555 |
- |
4,481 |
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Carrying amount |
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At 12 July 2009 |
787 |
1,208 |
- |
- |
269 |
- |
2,264 |
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|
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At 13 July 2008 |
850 |
1,795 |
49 |
1 |
695 |
4 |
3,394 |
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Impairment testing of property, plant and equipment
The Group considers each trading restaurant to be a cash-generating unit (CGU) and each CGU is reviewed when there are indications of impairment.
The recoverable amounts of the restaurants are calculated from value in use calculations based on cash flow projections from forecasts to December 2009, and thereafter an EBITDA growth rate of 2%. The discount rate applied to cash flow projections is 12%.
In the period an impairment charge of £817,000 has been recognised relating to the unrecoverable elements of assets relating to the two new Richoux CGUs as a result of the underperformance of these two restaurants following their fit out/refurbishment.
6. Reconciliation of operating loss to operating cash flows
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28 week period ended 12 July 2009 |
28 week period ended 13 July 2008 |
52 week period ended 28 December 2008 |
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|
£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
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Operating loss |
(1,026) |
(429) |
(2,131) |
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Loss on disposal of intangible assets |
3 |
- |
- |
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Depreciation charge |
153 |
164 |
324 |
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Amortisation charge |
5 |
9 |
18 |
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Impairment of intangible fixed assets |
- |
- |
153 |
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Impairment of tangible fixed assets |
817 |
200 |
1,672 |
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Decrease in stocks |
5 |
3 |
8 |
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Increase in debtors |
(32) |
(44) |
(36) |
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(Decrease)/increase in creditors |
(442) |
75 |
593 |
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Equity settled share based payments |
26 |
75 |
121 |
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Net cash (outflow)/inflow from operating activities |
(491) |
53 |
722 |
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7. Post balance sheet events
On 20 July 2009 the Group's freehold property was leased for a term of 15 years for a premium of £100,000 at an annual rent receivable of £42,500 and on 21 August 2009 the Group entered into a new 20 year lease for a restaurant in Chatham, Kent at an annual rent payable of £60,000.
8. Related party transactions
During the period the Group companies entered into transactions with each other in the ordinary course of business. These transactions have been eliminated on consolidation.
Transactions with directors:
Directors' emoluments
|
28 week period ended 12 July 2009 |
28 week period ended 13 July 2008 |
52 week period ended 28 December 2008 |
|
|
£000 |
£000 |
£000 |
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Short term employee benefits |
78 |
107 |
196 |
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Share based payments |
20 |
58 |
74 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
98 |
165 |
270 |
|
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During the period the Group paid fees of £7,000 to Glovers Solicitors LLP of which Philip Shotter is a member.
9. Report and accounts
Copies of the interim report and accounts will be posted to the shareholders shortly and will be available at www.richouxgroup.co.uk.
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