The Bailiwick of Guernsey comprises three main islands: Guernsey, Alderney and Sark. Alderney and Sark are dependencies of Guernsey but have certain legislative powers of their own. The Bailiwick is not part of the United Kingdom and therefore is not represented in the UK Parliament. Acts of Parliament do not apply in the Bailiwick unless extended by Order in Council.

Companies list securities as an efficient means of raising capital: investors choose listed securities because of the additional shareholder protection and liquidity. Investors looking for liquidity turn naturally to London. In the recent past smaller exchanges in Dublin and Luxembourg have developed niche markets but over the next year legislative and regulatory changes in the EU and the Channel Islands will significantly enhance the advantages of listing outside of the EU on the Channel Island

Generally, any person that carries on a trade or business in or from within the Cayman Islands must hold a licence issued under the Trade and Business Licensing Act (as amended) in respect of each location ...

Guernsey's credentials as an international funds centre have been showcased to the leading asset management groups in China.

Hassans International Law Firm is delighted to announce that it has recently become the first Gibraltar member of the International Financial Centres (IFC) Forum.

Guernsey is planning to introduce a voluntary code of conduct for QROPS providers based in the Island.

Guernsey's expertise in family office services and environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing were recognised at WE ARE GUERNSEY's Hong Kong Masterclass.

The fund industry in Guernsey remains solid and is attracting new promoters despite a small decline in the level of fund assets serviced locally, according to new research.

It is no great secret that the global financial crisis has had a severe negative impact on the property market.

Guernsey says it is well positioned to deal with tax issues coming its way.

Mourant Ozannes Partner John Rochester considers the popularity of initial coin offerings (ICOs) and their future in the face of increased global regulatory attention.

The British Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (BVCA) has announced the formation of its Channel Islands Working Group (CIWG).

Delegates at the upcoming Guernsey Funds Masterclass in London will hear of the opportunities that will exist for the UK in the future despite the current Brexit-fuelled uncertainty.

Guernsey law firms and lawyers have once again been highly praised in the latest Legal 500 publication.

Peter Niven, Chief Executive of Guernsey Finance – the promotional agency for the Island’s finance industry, explains why the jurisdiction continues to prove attractive to MENA managers.

This representation arose out of divorce proceedings between JG (the “Husband”) and HK (the “Wife”) in the Netherlands.

Guernsey's intention to operate a dual regime for the distribution of funds into both EU and non-EU countries in response to the Alternative Investment Fund Managers Directive (AIFMD), has been met positively by fund managers in the US.

This is a challenging situation for the BVI and its 30,000 residents, and our priority continues to be the well-being of all residents who remain in the BVI and those who are affected by the damage caused by Hurricane Irma.

The importance of Asia, its growing dominance of global financial assets – and its role as an engine of growth for the world economy, is reflected in the region's strong links with the Cayman Islands financial services industry, particularly Hong Kong, Singapore and Japan, all key export markets for Cayman financial product.

Although that process is often ultimately very helpful, the manner in which that investigation is conducted is very often given far less thought than it deserves.