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<img alt height="333" src="https://d2fbaur19mkdj9.cloudfront.net/sites/rathbones.com/files/imce/matthew_sutton.jpg" width="500"> <p><a href="https://www.rathbones.com/about-us/our-people/matthew-sutton">Matthew Sutton</a>, a client director of Rathbone Investment Management International, has been recognised in Citywealth's 'Top 20 professionals in Jersey' list alongside other highly respected wealth managers, lawyers, and trust directors.</p>

<p>A Hampshire Scout has successfully completed the world’s first Scout expedition to Antarctica.&nbsp; The polar expedition, sponsored by Rathbones Winchester, saw Joe Doherty, (25) become the first to ski to the South Pole and to complete the return leg of his journey by wind-powered kite ski.&nbsp;</p> <p>After man-hauling food and kit, enduring average temperatures of -27 degrees Celsius and regularly climbing to an altitude of 2900 metres, Joe reached the South Pole after a gruelling 45 days. He successfully completed the expedition in just 61 days.</p>

<p>Funds under management up 14.3% to £39.1 billion<br> This is a preliminary statement of annual results published in accordance with FCA Listing Rule 9.7A.</p> <p>Mark Nicholls, Chairman of Rathbones Group&nbsp;Plc, said:</p> <p>"UK&nbsp;and global investment markets performed well in 2017, with some indices reaching record levels towards the end of the year. This outcome has been positive for both Rathbones and our clients, with our funds under management reaching a record £39.1 billion, up 14.3% in the year.</p>

<p>Rathbones Group Plc&nbsp; announces a trading update for the three months ended 31 December 2017. Growth in funds under management was robust, reflecting both favourable investment markets and continued growth in the business.</p>

<p>After achieving a successful period of considerable growth, the board of Rathbones Group Plc (“Rathbones”) announces that Philip Howell will retire as Chief Executive Officer and from the board by the 2019 Annual General Meeting on 9^th&nbsp;May 2019. The Board has appointed Paul Stockton as his successor, subject to regulatory approval. Paul has been Group Finance Director of Rathbones for nearly a decade and was appointed Managing Director of Rathbone Investment Management in May of this year.</p>