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<p><strong>A strong first half.</strong></p> <p>Paul Stockton, chief executive, said:</p>

<p>Responsibility is at the core of our values as we invest for everyone’s tomorrow.&nbsp;That means doing the right thing for our clients, employees and other stakeholders too. Now more than ever we recognise the need to provide support in the fight against COVID-19. We are pleased to demonstrate our support for the <a href="https://www.c19businesspledge.org/">C-19 Business Pledge</a> alongside many other businesses, committing to working together to support our people, our clients and communities.</p> <p><strong>Our people</strong></p>

<p>I hope that you and your families are keeping well during the difficult circumstances caused by the COVID-19 outbreak. Last month I wrote to you explaining the steps Rathbones is taking to deal with the situation and how you can continue to keep in touch with us over the coming weeks. As we all continue under a lockdown scenario, and as markets continue to react, I thought I would take this opportunity to update you.</p>

<p>Further to the announcement made on 28 November 2019 Rathbones Group Plc ("Rathbones") announces that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Rathbone Investment Management Limited, has completed the acquisition of the Personal Injury and Court of Protection business of Barclays Wealth. Clients representing approximately £450m of FUM have successfully transferred to Rathbones.</p>

<p>Given the recent escalation in the UK’s response to COVID-19, I am contacting you directly to explain the steps Rathbones are taking to deal with the outbreak and maintain client service levels over the next few weeks.</p>