| Investment properties are those properties that are held either to earn rental income or for capital appreciation or both.
Investment properties are initially measured at cost including transaction costs and thereafter are stated at fair value, which reflects market conditions at the balance sheet date. Surpluses and deficits arising from the changes in the fair value of investment properties are recognised in the Statement of Comprehensive Income in the year in which they arise.
Investment properties are stated at fair value as determined by the Directors, based upon external valuations. The fair value represents the amount at which the assets could be exchanged between a knowledgeable, willing buyer and a knowledgeable, willing seller in an arms-length transaction at the date of valuation, in accordance with International Valuation Standards. In determining the fair value of investment properties, the directors make use of
historical and current market data as well as existing lease agreements.
Additions and disposal of investment properties are recognised in the accounts when the risks and rewards of the ownership are transferred. |