Work in progress represents properties acquired for resale, including those undergoing repair, refurbishment, or development prior to disposal, and is classified as inventory until the point of sale. It is measured at cost, which includes the purchase consideration together with directly attributable expenses such as legal fees, stamp duty, professional consultancy charges, refurbishment costs.
The carrying amount of work in progress is recognised as an expense in the period when the related revenue is recorded, generally upon completion of sale. Properties held for an extended period prior to resale are subject to management review to ensure that the carrying value does not exceed the expected recoverable amount, and any impairment identified is charged to the income statement in the period incurred.