Functions of the NPM—guidelines
8E Functions of the NPM—guidelines
The NPM must make guidelines about the way in which it exercises its functions.
The guidelines must be consistent with, and reasonably appropriate and adapted for implementing, the Optional Protocol.
The guidelines must provide for procedures of the NPM, including—
how the NPM identifies matters that require particular care or sensitivity when carrying out an examination of the treatment of detainees in places of detention or in a particular place of detention; and
how the NPM works with the NPM coordinator, the subcommittee and investigative entities; and
anything else prescribed by regulation.
The guidelines may include any other procedures of the NPM, including how the NPM works with responsible entities for places of detention to improve the treatment and conditions of detainees in places of detention.
Before making the guidelines, the NPM must—
consult with the responsible directors-general for each place of detention and the chief police officer; and
consider any recommendations or advice received during the consultation undertaken under paragraph (a).
The guidelines are a notifiable instrument.
The guidelines must be made available on the NPM’s website.
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