Studies elsewhere have shown that financial investigation and asset recovery are under-utilised. Weaknesses in other jurisdictions tend to be a lack of a joined-up approach from the operational agencies and the fact that only a small percentage of drug trafficking convictions and even fewer convictions for other acquisitive crimes result in confiscation orders. It is not being suggested that operational policies here in the area of financial investigation are weak but, as in any other policies, it is necessary to review them to ensure the promotion of an awareness of financial investigation and inter-agency co-operation; adequate training for investigators and court officers; availability of specialised expertise and skills; the setting of objectives and targets; and the establishment of an information baseline on proceeds recovered.