The European Ombudsman, P. Nikiforos Diamandouros, received a positive reply from the EU institutions in more than 80% of cases where he made criticisms and suggestions in 2009.

The newly appointed Ombudsman, Mrs. Matsoana Fanana began her office duties on Wednesday of December 01, 2010. Mrs. Fanana is the first Lesotho female Ombudsman.

A Correctional Services worker contacted the office of the Ombudsman of Nova Scotia to report that adult offenders throughout the province were unable to vote in the provincial election occurring that same day.

Canada's Ombudsman for National Defence and the Canadian Forces is increasingly troubled by the treatment received by a number of military families who have lost a Canadian Forces loved one while serving their country.

The Ontario Ombudsman André Marin will release his latest special report on the province's G20 security regulation on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 1 p.m. local time.

The Rwanda Ombudsman uses art to fight corruption. In November and December 2010, the Office organised artists competitions throughout the country.

The first stage of an EU Twinning project regarding the protection of family, woman and child rights has been launched by the State Committee on Family, Women and Child Issues and the European Union. France is the cooperation partner.

Today the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) presents its report on Homophobia, transphobia and discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation and gender identity to Members of the European Parliament.