Substantial Transaction

Hansa Trust PLC
02 April 2004


Hansa Trust PLC

Hansa Trust PLC has today sold its 17.7% holding of 6,900,000 shares in Finsbury
Growth Trust PLC at 179.39p per share.

For and on behalf of the Board
Hansa Capital Limited
Secretary

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