Dividends on ordinary shares and preference shares - Dividends on ordinary shares and preference shares (Details) - GBP (£) £ in Millions |
6 Months Ended | ||
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Jun. 30, 2026 |
Dec. 31, 2025 |
Jun. 30, 2025 |
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| Ordinary shares | £ 1,175 | £ 1,375 | £ 1,195 |
| Preference shares | 14 | £ 14 | 18 |
| Total | £ 1,189 | £ 1,213 | |
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- Definition The amount of dividends recognised as distributions to owners. Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/disclosureRef
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- Definition The amount of dividends paid by the entity on ordinary shares. [Refer: Ordinary shares [member]] Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/disclosureRef
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- Definition The amount of dividends paid by the entity on shares other than ordinary shares. [Refer: Ordinary shares [member]] Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2003/role/disclosureRef
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