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This page explains the legal and regulatory restrictions applicable to the information contained within this site (such information to be referred to hereafter as "Information"). We intend to rely on this Information and these terms and for your own benefit and protection, you should read these terms carefully. If you do not understand any point, please contact us for further information. By accessing this website (https://www.closebrothersam.com), you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set out below.

1. Regulators and registered offices

Close Brothers Asset Management is a trading name for a number of legal entities. Close Asset Management Limited (Company No.1644127) which is registered in England and Wales, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is a subsidiary of Close Brothers Group plc. Registered office at 10 Crown Place, London EC2A 4FT. VAT registration number: 245 5013 86.

Close Investments Limited (Company No.2594897) which is registered in England and Wales, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is a subsidiary of Close Brothers Group plc. Registered office at 10 Crown Place, London EC2A 4FT. VAT registration number: 245 5013 86.

Close Asset Management (UK) Limited (Company No, 2998803) which is registered in England and Wales, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is a subsidiary of Close Brothers Group plc. Registered office at 10 Crown Place, London EC2A 4FT. VAT registration number: 245 5013 86.

Close Brothers Asset Management (Guernsey) Limited (registered no. 68599) is registered in Guernsey with its registered office at Bucktrout House, Glategny Esplanade, St Peter Port, Guernsey GY1 1WR.  It is authorised and regulated in Guernsey by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (reference no. 2722274). Close Brothers Asset Management (Guernsey) Limited is licensed to conduct controlled investment business in Guernsey, including the promotion of category 1 and 2 controlled investments, under the Protection of Investors (Bailiwick of Guernsey) Law 2020.

2. Jurisdiction

Close Brothers Asset Management operates in the UK. All companies within the Close Brothers Asset Management are ultimately owned by Close Brothers Group plc. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange. We will confirm the legal entity offering the service or product and we will direct you to review the terms for details of regulation or protection. It is your responsibility to know and understand the law and regulations relating to investment business as they apply to you, wherever you are based.

For further clarification, certain Information is aimed specifically at employers, institutions and professional advisers, rather than at private clients. In these areas, we confirm the specific audience that the Information is aimed at. If you are not the audience defined then you should be aware that this Information is not aimed at you and at some point, either on the website or when dealing with an enquiry, Information or progressing your enquiry may be restricted or stopped. Details of the regulatory environment and protections which may apply can be found on this page.

Any information on this Website is not intended for distribution or use outside of the UK, nor is it directed at any persons outside of the UK. We give no assurances that information available on the Website is in compliance with the applicable laws or regulations of any other jurisdiction, and we may be prohibited or restricted from directing or making our services and products available to you in any jurisdiction other than in the UK.

3. Compensation Arrangements

In the event that a member of Close Brothers Asset Management is unable to meet its liabilities, you may be able to apply to the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (“FSCS”). Further information can be obtained from the FCA or the FSCS. This depends upon the type of business and the circumstances of the claim. Most types of investment business are covered up to a maximum limit of £85,000 per eligible claimant. The maximum compensation available for deposit business is £85,000. Further details can be found on the FSCS’s website: www.fscs.org.uk

4. Copyright and Ownership

Close Brothers Asset Management. All rights reserved. All content on this website including the Information, all text, data, graphics, their arrangement and compilation as well as the databases and software on which this site is based, are the property of Close Brothers Asset Management and protected by intellectual property law. All rights to use the content of this site belong to Close Brothers Asset Management and any unauthorised use, including transmission, display, extraction, modification, distribution and reproduction in any media is strictly prohibited.

5. Prohibition against reproduction, etc, of information

You may download or print individual sections of the site for personal use and information only, provided you retain all copyright and other proprietary notices. You may not reproduce (in whole or in part), transmit (by electronic means or otherwise), modify, link into or use for any public or commercial purpose the website without the prior written permission of Close Asset Management Limited by writing to its registered office specified above. If you contravene this provision, neither Close Asset Management Limited or Close Brothers Group plc, their affiliates, associates or closely linked persons (howsoever defined by law or regulation) nor any of their directors, officers or employees can be held responsible for the reliance any third party may seek to place on the Information. Accordingly, by so contravening, you hereby accept that you shall be responsible/liable in respect of any third party claims under such circumstances. You must not transmit any virus, 'worm', 'Trojan horse', or other item of a destructive nature to this website and it is your responsibility to ensure that whatever you download or select for your use from the website is free from such items.

6. Nature of investment

The price and value of investments and the income from them may rise or fall and may be affected by changes in rates of exchange and market conditions. An investor may receive less than the amount initially invested. Fluctuation may be particularly marked in the case of a higher volatility investment and the value of an investment may fall suddenly and substantially. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.

7. Bases of taxation

The levels and bases of, and reliefs from, taxation may change from the date of publication, including the future taxation of ISAs and share schemes. The tax treatment for individuals is dependent on their particular circumstances and may be subject to change in the future.

8. Non-solicitations

The Information is for information purposes only. It is neither an invitation to invest in any country where the issue of solicitations is unlawful, nor forms part of an offer to enter into any product or service mentioned within such a country. It is recommended that you take independent tax and legal advice before entering into any agreement and that you seek financial advice as regards any questions you may have in respect of the suitability of products or services offered on this website. The distribution of information regarding the products mentioned on this website may be restricted in certain jurisdictions. Prospective investors should inform themselves of, and observe, all applicable laws and regulations of their governing jurisdiction, including offering restrictions, exchange controls and taxes.

9. Unregulated fund restrictions

Certain funds featured on this website are Unregulated Collective Investment Schemes (Hedge Funds) for the purposes of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (“FSMA”). The promotion of these funds and the distribution of any document to the general public in the United Kingdom is accordingly restricted by section 238(1) of FSMA. Most of the protections provided by the UK regulatory system and compensation under the UK’s Financial Services Compensation Scheme will not be available. These funds are considered suitable for informed and experienced investors only.

10. Links to other websites

You may leave this website when accessing certain links on this website. In so doing, you may access site(s) operated by organisations which are not regulated under the UK Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. Close Brothers Asset Management accepts no responsibility for the content of such websites nor the services, products or items offered through such websites.Close Brothers Asset Management accepts no responsibility for any data transmission errors including, but not limited to, any direct or indirect loss, arising out of the use of the services provided herein.

Closebrothersam.com contains links to other internet websites or online services provided by independent third parties ("Third Party Sites"), either directly or through frames. Third Party Sites may be co-branded by Close Brothers Asset Management and so include its trade mark. Close Brothers Asset Management is not responsible for the availability or content of Third Party Sites and will not be a party to, or in any way responsible for, any transaction concerning goods or services available from such Third Party Sites. If you purchase products or services from a Third Party Site your contract for such products or services will be with the third party and not with Close Brothers Asset Management. Our Privacy Policy does not apply to Third Party Sites.

11. Accuracy and update of Information

This website is subject to regular update and revision. Whilst we attempt to ensure the correctness and timeliness of all material posted on the website at the time of publication, we accept no responsibility for errors or omissions which are the result of technical causes, or otherwise. We maintain the right to delete or modify, in part or in full, any information on this website without any prior notice.

Any research in this website has been procured and may have been acted upon by Close Brothers Asset Management for its own purpose. The results are being made available on this website only incidentally.

The views expressed herein do not constitute investment or any other advice and are subject to change. They do not necessarily reflect the views of any company in the Close Brothers Group plc or any part thereof and no assurances are made as to their accuracy.

The Self Assessment Tax Service is not regulated.

Variation

Close Brothers Asset Management hereby reserves the right to change these terms and conditions of use and the contents of this website at any time. Any such changes will (as soon as possible) be posted by Close Brothers Asset Management on this website and will automatically be binding upon you if you access this website.

Severability

No part of these terms and conditions is intended to constitute an exclusion of liability which cannot be excluded under English law. To the extent that any part of these terms and conditions is found to be invalid, unlawful or unenforceable such part shall be severed from the remaining terms and conditions, all of which shall remain in force and effect.

Governing Law

These terms and conditions shall be governed by, and interpreted in accordance with, English law. You irrevocably agree that the courts of England shall have exclusive jurisdiction to resolve any dispute or claim of whatever nature arising out of or relating to this website, and that the laws of England shall govern such a dispute or claim. These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between Close Brothers Asset Management and you with regard to this website and they supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications, agreements and understandings between Close Brothers Asset Management and you with respect to the subject matter hereof.

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