s 8F
In forceIndependence of NPM
Part 1AACT National Preventive Mechanism
Division 1A.2Establishment and functions of NPM
8F Independence of NPM
(1)
The NPM is not subject to the direction of anyone else in relation to the exercise of a function under this Act.
(2)
Staff of the NPM, in relation to the exercise of a function under this Act, are not subject to the direction of anyone except—
(a)
the NPM; or
(b)
another member of staff of the NPM who is authorised by the NPM to give the direction.
(3)
No-one may require the NPM or staff of the NPM to act other than independently and impartially in the exercise of a function under this Act.
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