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2015-05-07Does collaboration with civil society strengthen accountability institutions? An exploration?
How citizens interact and collaborate with accountability institutions has been the subject of much careful review in recent years. This note by Carolina Cornejo and Marcos Mendiburu highlights key points from the discussion.
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2015-05-07
Catalan Ombudsman publishes monthly Newsletter
In the May 2015 Newsletter, among other topics, the Catalan Ombudsman requests the European bodies to fight against the failure in guaranteeing the rights of the LGBTI community. In regard of the Crisis in the Mediterranean Sea, the Catalan Ombudsman urges the public authorities to act.
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2015-05-08
Ombudsman and Information Commissioner welcomes Oireachtas call for his Office to have oversight of Direct Provision system
Ombudsman and Information Commissioner Peter Tyndall has welcomed the recommendations of an Oireachtas Committee contained in a report on the Direct Provision system for asylum seekers.
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2015-05-11
European Network of Ombudsmen Newsletter April 2015
The current newsletter provides the latest updates regarding the changes within the European Network of Ombudsmen and other Ombudsman institutions in Europe.
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2015-06-01
Formación
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2015-06-01
Investigación
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2015-06-01
Subvenciones regionales
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2015-05-12
Case study to evaluate impact of Ombudsman investigations on public administration
Groundbreaking project of Toronto Ombudsman to evaluate impact of Ombudsman investigations on public administration now also available in French.
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2015-05-13
Victorian Ombudsman welcomes government response on age care facility
The Ombudsman welcomed the government's acceptance of her recommendation to make ex gratia payments to former residents of the Mentone Gardens aged care facility. Victorian Ombudsman Deborah Glass is pleased the government is taking steps to make redress.
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2015-05-13
Study of injury reports on people deprived of their liberty
The medical examination of persons deprived of their liberty who have injuries is a crucial preventive tool. In the course of its activity as the NPM, the Spanish Ombudsman decided that a study should be made to analyze the state of injury reports in the Spanish health and legal systems.
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2015-05-13
State of democracy, human rights and the rule of law in Europe
It is widely accepted that democracy promotes peace among nations, reduces the abuse of power and encourages societies to live in harmony. Upholding human rights undeniably fosters democratic security. A report by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe (CoE) focuses on the state of democracy, human rights and the rule of law in Europe.
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2015-05-13
New Manitoba Ombudsman appointed
Charlene Paquin became Manitoba’s ombudsman on 4 May 2015. Ms Paquin has many years of public service experience including both policy and service delivery and she follows Mel Holley, who announced his retirement after three years and four months as acting Manitoba Ombudsman.
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2015-05-18
Successful 2nd round-table with World Bank held in Washington
On 11 May 2015, the World Bank (WB) and the International Ombudsman Institute (IOI) held a very successful 2nd Annual WB/IOI round-table in Washington DC, which focused on “The role of Ombudsman institutions in promoting citizen-centric governance and inclusive institutions”.
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2015-05-18
Sindh Ombudsman orders health department for the posting of Polio vaccinator for children under the immunization programme
Eradication of Polio is the objective of Government and the strategy adopted is to involve the Civil Society, NGOs and the general public in the polio campaigns. Due to awareness now people are demanding polio vaccination for their children.
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2015-05-18
Distinguished consumer and health champions join the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s board
Julia Tabreham, founder and chief executive of Carers Federation, and Ruth Sawtell, who has an extensive complaint handling, health regulation and audit background, have been appointed to the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman’s board as non-executive directors.
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2015-05-18
Ombudsman probes Lands Department's system of regularisation of illegal occupation of Government land and breach of lease conditions
The Ombudsman, Ms Connie Lau, declared today (May 7) a direct investigation into the Lands Department (LandsD)’s system of regularisation of illegal occupation of Government land and breach of lease conditions. The aim is to identify any impropriety involved.
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2015-05-19
Danish Parliamentary Ombudsman visits General Inspection Organization
According to the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the General Inspection Organization (GIO) of Iran and the Danish Parliamentary Ombudsman, and also the mission of the GIO to Denmark to enhance and develop bilateral cooperation, a distinguished delegation of the Danish Parliamentary Ombudsman came to Iran in May 2015.
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2015-05-20
Too many people dying without dignity, Ombudsman service report finds
End of life care could be improved for up to 355,000 people a year in England, according to a report published by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman. The report highlights tragic cases where people's suffering could have been avoided or lessened with the right care and treatment, as they approached the end of their lives.
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2015-06-01
Open letter concerning Mediterranean refugee crisis
The tragic events of the past months where hundreds of people lost their lives in the Mediterranean Sea have filled the world with tremendous shock. Behind this humanitarian disaster lies a deep human rights crisis, where migrants try to flee from war or poverty. The IOI therefore calls on its members in an open letter to encourage their respective governments and administrations to join forces to find solutions for this refugee crisis.
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2015-05-20
Ombudsman hospital investigation finds people are afraid to complain
An investigation by Ombudsman Peter Tyndall has found that people are afraid to complain about the care and treatment they receive in hospitals because they are concerned about the repercussions for themselves or their loved ones.
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