The overall purpose of investigation reviews is to ensure all investigations are actively pursued to completion. Specifically the review provides the opportunity to:
At the review you can also provide advice and support as appropriate to the investigating inspector. The tendency for investigations to continue longer than necessary is often seen in less experienced/competent inspectors.
The requirement for reviews to be conducted only lasts for as long as the investigation continues. Once a prosecution is approved, it is part of the prosecution process and no longer falls within the investigation procedure.
