The NPM coordination function is performed with the purpose of:

• promoting cohesion and a shared understanding of OPCAT among NPM members;
• encouraging collaboration and the sharing of information and good practice between UK NPM members;
• facilitating joint activities between members on issues of common concern;
• liaising with the SPT, other NPMs and other relevant international human rights bodies;
• sharing experience and expertise between the UK NPM and NPMs in other States;
• representing the NPM as a whole to government and other stakeholders in the UK;
• preparing the annual report and other publications.