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2024-12-13Ombudsperson investigating province’s distribution of assistance cheques to most vulnerable British Columbians during Canada Post strike
The BC Ombudsperson is investigating the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction’s distribution of cheques intended for income and disability assistance clients during the current Canada Post strike. The Ombudsperson’s investigation was commenced after being advised by the ministry that as of the beginning of December 2024, thousands of November social assistance cheques were not yet delivered.
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2024-12-13
Sesenta municipios catalanes no disponen de plan de emergencias por inundación, a pesar del riesgo existente
La síndica de Greuges de Cataluña, preocupada por las afectaciones que puede tener el cambio climático en Cataluña, especialmente en las zonas inundables, en 2023 abrió una actuación de oficio. Se hizo un seguimiento del grado de cumplimiento de la obligación y recomendación de tener estos planes de emergencia municipales y, finalmente, se emitió una resolución para difundir sus resultados. De los 521 municipios que deberían tener obligatoriamente plan de emergencias por inundación, solo lo tienen 206 (el 39 %).
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2024-12-13
Queensland Ombudsman celebrates 50 years of service to the community
In 2024, the Office of the Queensland Ombudsman celebrates 50 years of service to the community. For half a century, this Office has given the people in Queensland free, impartial and confidential service and evolved to meet the changing needs.
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2024-12-12
Global Report on Women in Prison - Analysis from National Preventive Mechanisms
National Preventive Mechanism (NPM) from 46 countries contributed to the development of a global report on women in prison, launched on 12 December 2024 by the Geneva-based Association for the Prevention of Torture (APT). The report highlights significant challenges and systemic discrimination faced by women in prisons around the globe, calling for urgent reforms and greater use of alternatives to detention.
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2021-12-06AORC Facilitated Discussion - Ethical, Transparent and Accountable Leadership - Order of Proceedings
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2020-08-11
Desafíos del COVID-19 para los sistemas de salud
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2021-03-09
Defendeur des Droits - Inégalités d'access aux droits et discriminations en France. Contributions de Chercheurs à l'ênquete du Défenseur des droits - tome 2 - FR
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2024-12-06
35th Anniversary Reception of the Office of The Ombudsman celebrates commitment to promoting administrative justice and fairness
The inaugural International Ombudsman Summit 2024, hosted by the Office of The Ombudsman, Hong Kong, was held on 3 December. The Summit coincided with the 35th anniversary of the establishment of the Office. To celebrate this important milestone, the 35th Anniversary Reception was also held in the evening.
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2024-12-06
Ombudsman Quarterly Review
Kindly click here to access the Spring 2024 Ombudsman Quarterly Review of the Office of the National Ombudsman New Zealand.
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2024-12-06
International Intern Exchange between Federal Tax Ombudsman Pakistan and Institution of Mediator of Kingdom of Morocco
In June 2024, the Federal Tax Ombudsman Pakistan and the Institution of the Mediator of the Kingdom of Morocco, both IOI Members, signed a Memorandum of Understanding for the inaugural batch of the first International Internship Exchange Program.
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2024-12-06
Le Commissaire aux services en français exhorte l'Ontario à créer un répertoire numérique des services au public assujettis à la Loi sur les services en français
Dans son Rapport annuel 2023-2024 rendu public le 5 décembre 2024, le Commissaire aux services en français Carl Bouchard demande au ministère des Affaires francophones de rendre public un répertoire numérique complet des services couverts par la Loi sur les services en français (LSF), afin que les francophones puissent facilement les localiser et y accéder.
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2010-11-18
Head of Staff passed away
Mr Kjell Swanström, Head of Staff at the Office of the Swedish Parliamentary Ombudsmen, has passed away on October 31, 2010 at the age of 65 years. Mr Swanström held office as Head of Staff for almost 20 years.
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2021-10-07
UK OM Wales Special Report Homelessness reviewed - an open door to positive change
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2020-08-11
COVID- 19 Challenges for Health Systems
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2021-11-23
Consultation on protection of human rights during peaceful protests in crisis situations
We are pleased to inform you about a global consultation conducted by the UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of peaceful assembly and of association, Clément Voule, in partnership with the Global Alliance of NHRIs (GANHRI). This consultation presents an opportunity for NHRIs to provide inputs for a report which the Special Rapporteur is preparing on the protection of human rights in the context of peaceful protests during crisis situations. The report will be presented to the 50th session of the Human Rights Council.
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2026-02-12
NSW Ombudsman investigation finds statutory failings in DCJ handling of ROSH reports
A newly released NSW Ombudsman investigation has denounced DCJ’s longstanding practice of closing ROSH reports on the stated basis that it has inadequate resourcing to undertake the necessary investigation and assessment of risk. “No Capacity to Allocate” – The Department of Communities and Justice’s practice of closing ROSH (Risk of Significant Harm) reports found this practice is contrary to DCJ’s statutory responsibilities, but has become ingrained as ‘business as usual’.
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2026-02-12
El Departamento de Educación da la razón al alumnado y obliga a un instituto de L'Hospitalet de Llobregat a modificar su normativa interna sobre el derecho de huelga
La Inspección de Educación asesorará a la dirección del instituto para que modifique sus normas internas y garantice plenamente el derecho del alumnado a tomar decisiones colectivas sobre la asistencia a clase.
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2026-02-12
Preocupados por los riesgos para la salud de los alimentos ultraprocesados, los miembros del Yuan de Control presentaron un informe de investigación
Los miembros del Yuan de Control, Tien Chiu-chin y Tsai Chung-yi, preocupados por los posibles riesgos para la salud y la carga de los costes sanitarios derivados asociados al consumo de alimentos ultraprocesados, presentaron un informe de investigación que fue examinado y aprobado por la Comisión de Asuntos de Bienestar Social e Higiene Ambiental del Yuan de Control.
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2021-12-02
Ombudsman Hong Kong examines pilot scheme on community care service voucher for the elderly
The Ombudsman, Ms Winnie Chiu, announced the launch of a direct investigation to examine the Government’s operational arrangements for the pilot scheme on Community Care Service Voucher for the elderly. The Government’s current elderly care policy is to promote “ageing in place as the core, institutional care as backup”.
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2024-11-27
El Síndic de Greuges de Cataluña debatió el Informe del Mecanismo Catalán para la Prevención de la Tortura en la Comisión del Síndic
El 18 de noviembre de 2024 se ha debatido en la Comisión del Síndic el informe del Mecanismo Catalán para la Prevención de la Tortura (MCPT) de 2023. El MCPT visitó veintinueve centros con personas privadas de libertad e hizo recomendaciones para garantizar sus derechos. El trabajo en los centros penitenciarios es fundamental para garantizar la reinserción, pero la oferta es insuficiente y poco útil.