Specialist Investment Funds – Q & A

Originally published in The Fund Business, Guernsey Supplement, February 2008

Andrew Howat, managing director, Capita Financial Group in Guernsey, answers some of the critical questions surrounding the funds industry and specialist investment on the Island.

How Do You Account For The Success Guernsey Has Seen In Attracting Specialist Investment Funds?

The main attraction has been the regulatory environment the GFSC (Guernsey Financial Services Commission) has established us a reputation for robust but pragmatic regulation. Their willingness to talk to and work with the industry has enabled us to be more creative with our offerings.