G F 82
File No.
Page
M.2 (cont'd)
Young
It is very doubtful whether they would be allowed near narcotics if they had not proved themselves. couriers are either recruited under pressure because of debts, specifically gambling debts, but equally attracted by the financial rewards of such activity.
Para. 6
This is essentially correct, and the use of such circuitous routes has been noted for some years.
Para. 7 and Page 281 para. 1
There was no evidence that the 40 kilograms of No. 4 heroin involved corrupt Customs officers but the circumstances to say the least were suspicious. second sentence is essentially correct.
The
Page 281 Para. 2
No comment
correct.
Para. 3
The system of fines is one of the two options which are being considered by ExCo for recovering the proceeds of drug trafficking. The other option, based on recent U.K. legislation and involving court orders for the confiscation of the proceeds of drug trafficking, on the instructions of ExCo, is not to be publicised yet. ExCo is expected to advise at the end of April or early May on which, if any, of the two options should be adopted.
Para. 4
No comment
S
correct.
Para. 5
Para. 6
No comment correct.
No comment except that I do not know why the Americans are so sure that our legislation will be passed
in 1987.
Para. 7
I know of no moves towards a mutual assistance agreement. Seizure of assets is dealt with under Page 281 para. 3 above.
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