Medium-term deprivation of liberty are not permitted, meaning that some inmates cannot communicate with their relatives in their country of origin, which is especially important where their case results in them being deported. 40.  The close proximity of the Tarifa facilities to the sea results in dampness and cold temperatures in winter. A Suggestion was put forward for the installation of a heating system. This has been accepted and is pending allocation of budget. It has also been pointed out that some walls are deteriorating due to damp, although the Administration has indicated that, following various architectural assessments, it is not viable to repair them. It would also be advisable to replace some of the furniture which is in poor condition. This Suggestion has been accepted. Installations in Tarifa Location of the Tarifa CIE on Isla de las Palomas In the Algeciras CIE the area intended as a female recreation room was not fit for purpose. At the time of the visit it had only one chair and two floor mats for the 13 female inmates. Furthermore, the female courtyard did not meet the minimum requirements of such a space, even though this has been insisted upon by the NPM since 2012. Installations in Algeciras Courtyard allocated for female use in the Algeciras CIE (Cádiz) 49