CAT/OP/BEN/3 authorities of the places it visited that no reprisals would be taken against the prisoners who cooperated with the Subcommittee. 108. The Subcommittee wishes to emphasize that any form of intimidation or reprisals against persons deprived of their liberty constitutes a violation of the State party’s obligation under the Optional Protocol to cooperate with the Subcommittee. The Subcommittee requests the Beninese authorities to ensure that no reprisals are taken after its visit and to provide it with detailed information on the steps taken to prevent reprisals against staff members or prisoners who spoke to members of the Subcommittee. B. Conclusion 109. The Subcommittee wishes to emphasize that this report is only the continuation of a constructive dialogue initiated with the Beninese authorities on the above-mentioned challenges. 110. The Subcommittee requests the Government of Benin to reply, within six months of the date of transmission of the present report, with details of the measures taken by the State party to follow up on its recommendations. 18 GE.18-16165