The National Ombudsman: Inmates Do Not Receive Necessary Health Care
The Norwegian National Ombudsman has reported inadequate health care for inmates, highlighting serious issues with mental health assessments and basic care needs.
Kenya: Ombudsman Flags Sh30 SMS Fee for School Placement Results
The Kenya Commission on Administrative Justice has criticized the Sh30 fee for accessing secondary school placement results via SMS, calling it excessive and a barrier for many families.
JO criticizes Gislaved Municipality after TV segment
The Ombudsman for Justice in Sweden has criticized Gislaved Municipality for infringing on an employee's freedom of expression following a satire-infused social media post.
Kenya: Ombudsman Seeks Nema Response Over Marsabit Power Projects Data
The Commission on Administrative Justice in Kenya has demanded a response from the National Environment Management Authority regarding its failure to provide information on power projects in Marsabit County.
At the reception with teenagers, ZDS shouted. The ombudsman included the police and HAKOM
The children's ombudsman has confirmed awareness of a video showing a group of teenagers shouting 'For home ready' during a reception for bronze medalists, and actions are being taken accordingly.
Etelä-Saimaa: Nuijamies bankruptcy estate is being sought for public investigation - the investigation could take years
The bankruptcy ombudsman is seeking a public investigation into the Nuijamies association, which manages a cultural space that filed for bankruptcy due to ongoing financial difficulties.
Ryu Hee-rim ultimately 'exonerated'... Board of Audit and Inspection says 'we have circumstantial evidence of soliciting complaints, but it is difficult to conclude'
The Board of Audit and Inspection concluded that while circumstantial evidence exists for allegations against former Korea Communications Standards Commission chair Ryu Hee-rim related to soliciting complaints, definitive proof of wrongdoing could not be established.
Young person escaped from child protection unit and died - "These children are truly in great danger," says the children's ombudsman
Children's Ombudsman Elina Pekkarinen emphasizes the importance of investigating the events surrounding the death of a young person who escaped from a child protection unit.
Prodamp fined 400,000 kroner - acted contrary to advertising prohibition
The website Prodamp, which sells electronic cigarettes and nicotine pouches, has been fined 400,000 kroner for violating an advertising ban according to the Consumer Ombudsman.
Ombudsman writes to Strasbourg about detention in Slovakia. Is the case of Milan Lučanský's suicide reopening? (questions and answers)
The Slovak ombudsman is addressing the European Court regarding the circumstances surrounding the detention and suicide of former police president Milan Lučanský.
Removal of mother is further trauma
The Children’s Ombudsman Marina Terragni has expressed concerns that removing the mother of three siblings from their foster family would cause further trauma to the children.
The victims of pedophilia celebrate that the State manages the reparations: "With the Church it has been a disaster"
Victims of clerical abuse are pleased that the state will handle reparations, expressing trust in the ombudsman's mediation while requesting clarity on compensation criteria.
Jakub Królikowski: Whistleblowers Care About the Common Good
Whistleblowers have been able to submit external reports to the ombudsman and public authorities for a year, aiming to improve law enforcement based on directive 2019/1937.
The bishops agree with the Government that the Ombudsman mediates in compensation for abuse
Bishops have reached an agreement with the Government to have the Ombudsman mediate compensation for victims of abuse within the Church, creating an alternative system for those reluctant to approach the Church directly.
The Xunta and the Prosecutor's Office endorse the psychiatric center where the Ombudsman saw multiple irregularities
The Galician government supports patient care at La Robleda psychiatric facility despite an inspection revealing malpractice and rights violations.
Urine, feces, and vomit in cells
A recent report from the Icelandic Ombudsman reveals unsanitary conditions for detainees at Hverfisgötu police station, with some forced to relieve themselves in their cells.
The Commissioner Says: President Amit is Not a Construction Offender, but Transparency is Required in Another Case
The Ombudsman announced that complaints against Supreme Court President Isaac Amit for construction violations were dismissed, but one complaint regarding his need for disclosure in relation to his brother's involvement with a directorate was deemed justified.