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annual review 2005/06

This Annual Review is designed to give an insight into the activities and performance of BBC Worldwide over the last year.

Full Report and Financial Statements for the year ended 31 March 2006 may be obtained from Companies House (www.companies-house.gov.uk).
For the BBC Annual Report please visit www.bbcgovernors.co.uk

Download the full annual report 2006 in pdf format (1.8mb)

Financial Highlights


arrow pointing upwardsProfits more than doubled within two years and up 62% on last year to
£89 million


arrow pointing upwardsSales up 11% to £784 million
Sales, unless otherwise stated, include BBC Worldwide’s share of joint ventures.
Profit, unless otherwise stated, refers to profit before interest and taxation.

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  • number 1
    Audiobook publisher
* through 2 entertain in partnership with Woolworths