Jersey Finance has confirmed it is working with industry on measures to support firms as the Covid-19 outbreak continues to disrupt financial markets globally.

The promotional agency’s support extends to both the local community and its international network of member firms and stakeholders.

Chief executive Joe Moynihan said: “These are clearly exceptional circumstances which are having a severe impact on global markets and are providing significant challenges for local people and businesses too.

“We recognise our responsibility as an organisation and as an industry, and to that end are working with indu...