The prevention of torture: state of the matter Latin America Ombudsman Other institutions – Costa Rica: Defensoría de los Habitantes. Country – Mexico: Comisión Nacional de Derechos Humanos. – Honduras: Comité Nacional para la Prevención de la Tortura – Uruguay: Institución Nacional de Derechos Humanos 20.  The other 14 annual reports submitted to the SPT along with that of Spain for 2010 have been analysed to determine their main characteristics and any issues worthy of mention. It should be pointed out here that this analysis did not cover the content of the reports, as it is not the job of an NPM to examine private, internal issues of other countries. The purpose was to highlight any significant, original or specific issues that might provide assistance or ideas for other NPMs in terms of guidelines for future work, and to strive for greater consistency in the format of reports as a tool for increased effectiveness in the prevention and banning of torture, mistreatment and inhuman or degrading treatment. The other 14 annual reports submitted to the SPT in 2010 were analysed to learn their main characteristics and most significant aspects A summary of that analysis is presented in the table below. Table 15. Summary of the annual reports submitted by the various NPMs for 2010 Country Albania Nº of inspections 162 Results & other activities Noteworthy observations •  370 complaints filed during inspections are covered. •  The report covers 2008, 2009 & 2010. •  250 telephone conversations with inmates & detainees. Approx. 900 interviews with persons deprived of liberty. •  32 psychiatric units visited. •  The NPM team comprised 5 members, one of whom acted as leader. •  81 recommendations made. •  Proposals for changes in legislation. •  Activities to promote human rights. •  Recommendations. Germany •  Inspection method included. •  Transparency: references to Federal Agency budget included. 5 •  Regulatory annex included. THE OMBUDSMAN OF SPAIN   31

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