The investment objective of the Fund is to achieve capital growth, net of fees, over 5 year rolling periods by investing in equities of European (excluding the UK) companies in special situations (which may also provide an element of income). The Fund aims to achieve the investment objective by investing 80% or more in European listed equities ((ordinary or preference shares) of which up to 5% may be in UK companies (defined as companies incorporated or domiciled in the UK) and which are in special situations).