| £ Millions | 2018 | 2017 |
| Wages and salaries | 47.6 | 36.8 |
| Employers' contribution to defined contribution plans | 6.8 | 6.2 |
| Share option expense | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Total | 55.2 | 43.4 |
For further information regarding Directors' remuneration, refer to the Directors' Remuneration Report.