It is not possible to predict at the outset of an investigation, particularly one with an international dimension, exactly what offence or range of offences may have been committed. It would be wrong, therefore, to provide legislation which would preclude participation in a joint investigation team because part of the offence lay outside the scope of our legislation, or to terminate the operation of a joint investigation team for a similar reason. It is for this reason that the legislation goes beyond the minimum requirements set in the framework decision – Senator Norris is correct in that minimum requirements have been set – and permits the investigation of any offence or conduct where there is a cross-border dimension.