Shatter says Criminal Assets Bureau may inspire EU-wide body

MINISTER FOR Justice Alan Shatter is working with his European counterparts to establish an EU-wide asset confiscation regime…

MINISTER FOR Justice Alan Shatter is working with his European counterparts to establish an EU-wide asset confiscation regime similar to that of the Criminal Assets Bureau.

Mr Shatter said Cab’s activities had received recognition abroad and that co-operation in a European context would add “real value” to efforts in targeting the proceeds of criminal activities.

He said a Government review of the legislation underpinning Cab’s work is continuing with a view to strengthening its powers.