82 npm annual report 2016 / annex 1 Section 11 e Issuing of recommendations (28.6.2013/495) When carrying out his or her duties in capacity of the National Preventive Mechanism, the Ombudsman may issue the subjects of supervision recommendations intended to improve the treatment of persons having been deprived of their liberty and the conditions in which they are kept and to prevent torture and other cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment. Section 11 f Other applicable provisions (28.6.2013/495) In addition, the provisions contained in Sections 6 and 8–11 herein on the Ombudsman’s action in the oversight of legality shall apply to the Ombudsman’s activities in his or her capacity as the National Preventive Mechanism. Section 11 g Independent Experts (28.6.2013/495) (1) When carrying out his or her duties in capacity of the National Preventive Mechanism, the Ombudsman may rely on expert assistance. The Ombudsman may appoint as an expert a person who has given his or her consent to accepting this task and who has particular expertise relevant to the inspection duties of the National Preventive Mechanism. The expert may take part in conducting inspections referred to in Section 11 b, in which case the provisions in the aforementioned section and Section 11 c shall apply to their competence. (2) When the expert is carrying out his or her duties referred to in this Chapter, the provisions on criminal liability for acts in office shall apply. Provisions on liability for damages are contained in the Tort Liability Act (412/1974). Section 11 h Prohibition of imposing sanctions (28.6.2013/495) No punishment or other sanctions may be imposed on persons having provided information to the National Preventive Mechanism for having communicated this information. CHAPTER 2 Report to the Parliament and declaration of interests Section 12 Report (1) The Ombudsman shall submit to the Parliament an annual report on his or her activities and the state of administration of justice, public administration and the performance of public tasks, as well as on defects observed in legislation, with special attention to implementation of fundamental and human rights.