Assistant Ombudsman Mico Clavano urged that graft and conflict of interest charges be filed against lawmakers who are also contractors involved in controversial flood control projects.

Hong Kong authorities have proposed replacing, rather than punishing, Medical Council members who underperform, after public outcry over a 15-year delay in an alleged medical blunder inquiry. Secretary for Health Lo Chung-mau also said the government had no plans to impose rigid deadlines for each stage of complaint handling by the quasi-judicial body, saying the requirement was “asking the impossible” and the council would “be required to” set time frames on their own. The ombudsman previous...

The Ombudsman has concluded that a complaint regarding suspicion of a corrupt criminal offense was filed at the Dobrakovo border crossing on July 23, 2025, around 7:45 PM, to a police officer on duty.

MANILA, Philippines — At least one of the alleged deliveries of “maleta” appears to have already occurred even during the term of former President Rodrigo Duterte, said Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Friday. Remulla, citing a reliable source, said one of the pictures included in the joint affidavit of the so-called “18 ex-Marines” was actually

Ireland's Press Ombudsman has voiced concern about the graphic nature of media reporting on sexual violence cases, suggesting research is needed to determine if reporting guidelines could help prevent 'copycat' behavior.

The Children's Ombudsman in Iceland has sent a letter to Reykjavík City, emphasizing the need to specifically assess the impact of urban planning and other decisions on children before they are made.

Montenegro’s Ombudsman found irregularities in the actions of police officers from the Tivat Security Department during an incident in August 2025, involving two women brought to the police station in Donja Lastva for allegedly disturbing public order. The Ombudsman concluded that police did not fully follow legal procedures when bringing the women in, although the […]

The Icelandic Ombudsman has requested information from the Ministry of Justice regarding delays in the processing of asylum cases by the Directorate of Immigration, which are attributed to due diligence investigations by the Suðurnes police chief.

Jarmo Hirvonen has been appointed as the substitute Deputy Ombudsman in Finland.

The Finnish Parliament is scheduled to elect a new Deputy Ombudsman today.

The former officer was arrested by ombudsman investigators in December 2025.

The Romanian opposition has clarified its support for the PSD's proposal to indefinitely postpone appointments for eight key positions, including the Ombudsman, six roles at the National Council for Combating Discrimination (CNCD), and one at the Court of Accounts.

The Polish Ombudsman (RPO) argues that vehicle owners, who are also perpetrators of speed camera offenses, are defenseless as most courts do not recognize their right to defense in court, prompting the RPO to investigate the past five years of such cases.

The Icelandic Parliamentary Ombudsman concluded its review of the Food and Veterinary Authority's (MAST) supervision of blood mare farms, finding no reason to criticize the agency's practices.

It appears common that the minimum teaching time for children is not guaranteed in Iceland, despite being stipulated by law. The Children's Ombudsman states that children's right to education is undeniable and the framework for compulsory schooling is clear.

Romania's Ombudsman has referred the government's public administration bill to the Constitutional Court, indicating a legal challenge to the proposed legislation.

Bank criticised for tone of spending summaries, with one user complaining to ombudsman over ‘humiliating’ use of data When does lighthearted banter become inappropriate and humiliating? The digital bank Monzo has been accused of overstepping the mark by using the data it holds to tell one customer with a past eating disorder that she eats a lot of fast food, spends “more than most” on Just Eat takeaways, and had banished her life goals thanks to her spending choices. Continue reading...

The Ombudsman has challenged a government emergency ordinance at the Constitutional Court, which includes reforms to local and central public administration and new sanctions for drivers with unpaid fines.

The Swedish government has tasked the Children's Ombudsman with mapping religious influencers and the living conditions of young people, indicating a focus on the impact of religious figures on youth.

The Ombudsman is preparing to present 56 prosecution witnesses in the graft case against former Senator Ramon 'Bong' Revilla Jr. and six co-accused, related to an alleged 'ghost' flood control project.

An FDP leader is escalating his complaint to the Independent Complaints Authority after the ombudsman rejected objections regarding a controversial SRF documentary on the Zurich housing crisis, potentially taking the case to the Federal Supreme Court.

'They want a branch of the service to rise up in arms, iyon lang naman iyon e. They are creating a tipping point,' Ombudsman Boying Remulla says

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla announced plans to file corruption charges against Bureau of Fire Protection chief Director Jesus Fernandez before the Office of the Ombudsman.

Ukraine's Human Rights Ombudsman stated at the UN Human Rights Council that Russia has deliberately and brutally executed at least 337 Ukrainian prisoners of war.

A cassation has been filed with the Supreme Court by the Ombudsman regarding a case where one neighbor dismantled a fence erected by another.

The Czech Ministry of Agriculture is establishing a food ombudsman role to publish data on prices and margins and oversee fair trade relations. While agrarians anticipate this move, traders suggest the ombudsman should focus on quality instead.

The Serbian Ombudsman's office concluded that there were no irregularities in the Kragujevac Correctional Facility's treatment of a transgender individual.

The National Ombudsman and the Children's Ombudsman have again warned about new asylum laws before the Senate, urging critical review by members.

Ombudsman Remulla confirmed meeting ICC investigators to discuss protection of Filipino witnesses.

The newly appointed food ombudsman states that he does not intend to propose regulations where the market is functioning well, focusing instead on ensuring fairness and addressing citizen concerns.

Portuguese political parties are struggling to agree on appointments for judges, positions in the Council of State, and the Ombudsman's Office, with the PS party expressing nostalgia for a 'central bloc' agreement with the PSD.

The Czech Ombudsman, Stanislav Křeček, has warned against the premature reduction of accessible postnatal services, specifically addressing concerns about health insurance companies and the Czech Gynecological and Obstetrical Society regarding home visits by midwives.

Romanian Minister of Defense Radu Miruță (USR) responded to PSD President Sorin Grindeanu's request for USR to change its nominee for Ombudsman, stating that not all special pensioners should be 'killed off' from consideration.

Jindřich Fialka, the current director-general of the food section of the Ministry of Agriculture, will be the Food Ombudsman.

Venezuela’s National Assembly, dominated by the ruling bloc, on Wednesday 25 February accepted the resignation of Attorney General Tarek William Saab and Ombudsman Alfredo Ruiz, and immediately named temporary replacements: Saab will serve as acting ombudsman and lawyer Larry Devoe was appointed acting attorney general.

The Icelandic Parliamentary Ombudsman has requested copies of the last ten visit requests from foreign female prisoners at Hólmsheiði prison and information regarding the temporary removal of certain female prisoners from work earlier this month.

The Ombudsman institution in Montenegro has expressed concern over a 'worrying pattern of communication' that threatens to undermine the culture of dialogue, urging political actors, public officials, media, and citizens to contribute to respectful, argument-based discourse.

The joint plenum of the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate will convene on March 10 at 13:00 to vote for a new Ombudsman, as well as several members of the National Council for Combating Discrimination and a counselor at the Court of Accounts.

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has called on the Filipino public to closely scrutinize court proceedings, particularly in graft and corruption cases related to flood control projects, citing systemic corruption.

The PSD is in negotiations, especially with the PS and Chega, for the appointment of three Constitutional Court judges, five members of the Council of State, and the Ombudsman.

A five-judge Supreme Court bench unanimously declined the Ombudsman's request for an advisory opinion to expand its powers.

An ombudsman found that NHS staff in Birmingham inappropriately used a teen to relay critical information to her deaf mother about her father's serious condition.

Russian occupation authorities have sentenced a 68-year-old woman from the temporarily occupied Zaporizhzhia region to 11 years in prison for allegedly transferring money to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

MANILA, Philippines — As many as “200 mega boxes of data” gathered by the Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) will be examined by the Office of the Ombudsman using artificial intelligence (AI), Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla said on Friday after the ICI completed the turnover of of the documents to his agency. This means not

MANILA, Philippines — The Office of the Ombudsman will use artificial intelligence (AI) to scrutinize the data referred to it by the Independent Commission on Infrastructure (ICI), Ombudsman Jesus…

The Office of the Ombudsman in the Philippines is also seeking to interview 18 alleged former Marines, a move a lawyer has criticized as a 'duplication' given that the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) is already conducting its own probe into the matter.

The Czech Labour Office incorrectly denied an extraordinary benefit to a young mother who was left with only 2500 crowns per month after paying rent, prompting the public defender of rights (ombudsman) to intervene and correct the error.

The Commission on Audit (COA) has flagged another E. Gardiola Construction road project in Davao for being overpriced, marking the seventh such instance and prompting a referral to the Ombudsman for criminal investigation.

FRANCE 24 spoke to Artak Beglaryan, former state minister and human rights ombudsman of Nagorno-Karabakh. The peace declaration signed between Armenia and Azerbaijan last August in Washington raised cautious hopes, but for displaced residents of Nagorno-Karabakh the situation remains difficult. “It’s relatively good news,” Beglaryan said, “but nothing was written in this declaration about Nagorno-Karabakh and the people of Nagorno-Karabakh.”

The Romanian Prime Minister is set to defend a public administration bill that has been referred to the Constitutional Court by the Ombudsman.

The Ombudsman, Marcin Wiącek, met with the mayor and deputy mayor of Wola to discuss the legal status of land in the Koło estate and claims from entities reactivated in the 1990s, aiming to provide assistance to the residents.

The Icelandic Parliamentary Ombudsman found no reason to criticize the practices or oversight by the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority (MAST) regarding blood mare farming, after reviewing the matter on its own initiative.

The Ombudsman has declared attacks and intimidation against journalists unacceptable, expressing concern that the frequency of such cases might diminish their public impact.

The Police Ombudsman has identified multiple potential victims of a former police officer in Northern Ireland who is under investigation for alleged non-recent serious sexual offences.

The Romanian Parliament faced a deadlock over the appointment of the new Ombudsman, new members for the National Council for Combating Discrimination, and a replacement for Mihai Busuioc at the Court of Accounts. The PSD requested a postponement.

The Danish Consumer Ombudsman has criticized online retailers KP Trade and Labfresh for making claims about environmentally friendly clothing and bedding without sufficient documentation to support their sustainability assertions.

MANILA, Philippines – “Talagang nabubuhay sa sariling mundo ng guni-guni itong si VP Sara Duterte.” (VP Sara Duterte is truly living in her own fantasy world.) ACT Teachers Party-list Rep. Antonio Tinio made the remark on Sunday after Vice President Sara Duterte accused members of the House of Representatives of using as a political weapon

Human Rights Ombudsman Simona Drenik Bavdek warns that in the last decade, there has been no significant reduction in violence against women in the EU.

MANILA, Philippines — Nine women, including members of the World March of Women, filed a letter serving as a complaint-affidavit on Friday against Quezon City Rep. Bong Suntay, accusing him of violating several laws, such as Republic Act No. 11313 or the Safe Spaces Act. The complaint sent to the Office of the Ombudsman stemmed from

The Czech Parliament has elected Martin Beneš, a guardianship judge from Most, as the country's first public defender of children's rights, defeating two other candidates in a secret ballot.

The Romanian Ombudsman has referred the government's emergency ordinance on public administration reform to the Constitutional Court.

A team from the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) is travelling to Budapest to clarify the situation surrounding the seizure of Oschadbank cash-in-transit crews.

Ukraine's human rights ombudsman, Dmytro Lubinets, stated that most Ukrainians returned from Russian captivity, some held since 2022, are in urgent need of medical care.

Lars Arrhenius is stepping down from his role as Sweden's Discrimination Ombudsman (DO) after six years, according to reports from Altinget.

Finland's Constitutional Law Committee has put forward Susanna Lindroos-Hovinheimo or Eeva Nykänen as candidates for the position of Deputy Ombudsman.

Finland's assistant data protection ombudsman has highlighted deficiencies in Pohte's monitoring of patient data usage. Pohte stated it takes the observation seriously and is working to strengthen its practices.

The Sandiganbayan has barred Benguet Rep. Eric Yap and his brother resigned ACT-CIS party-list Rep. Edvic Yap from leaving the country as they face investigation by the Office of the Ombudsman for malversation and graft over their alleged involvement in the flood control scandal.

Albania's Ombudsman reported to the European Union on structural failures severely undermining fundamental rights, specifically highlighting judicial delays, property disputes, and the need to reduce pre-trial detentions.

The Serbian Ministry of Justice's Administration for the Execution of Criminal Sanctions announced that the Ombudsman found no irregularities in the Kragujevac prison's treatment of a convicted transgender person.

The Ombudsman had sought a precautionary hold departure order due to the Yaps' alleged 'possible participation' in malversation of public funds and violation of the Anti-Graft Corrupt Practices Act

Record 20,000 complaints filed with Greek Ombudsman in 2025  eKathimerini.com

The Office of the Ombudsman announced it will investigate potential procedural lapses by authorities in handling a hit-and-run case in Cebu City that resulted in the death of a young entrepreneur and violinist.

Colombia's Ombudsman has issued a warning that the government is not taking sufficient action to safeguard upcoming elections, raising concerns about the integrity of the democratic process.

Serbian Ombudsman Zoran Pašalić stressed the importance of hearing children's opinions on the proposed law to ban mobile phones in schools, announcing a round table discussion in Belgrade at the end of March.

Reykjavik City has admitted to providing incorrect information to the Althingi Ombudsman regarding key aspects of a case related to a missing planning officer's opinion on a meat processing plant.

The lawyer representing 18 alleged 'bagmen' of former Rep. Elizaldy Co has requested the Ombudsman to investigate 33 lawmakers accused of accepting money.

Levi Baligod, the lawyer representing the former soldiers, arrived at the Ombudsman on Thursday, February 28, for the affidavit to be referred for investigation.

Venezuela's top prosecutor, Tarek William Saab, has resigned from his position and will now serve as the country's acting ombudsman.

Croatia's Children's Ombudsman, Tatjana Katkić Stanić, highlighted the importance of how society reacts to violence and sets an example for children on the National Day against Peer Violence, also known as Pink Shirt Day.

The number of prescriptions for medical marijuana and opioids has increased again in Poland, prompting a reaction from the Patient Rights Ombudsman. This follows a previous decline due to legal changes aimed at preventing teleconsultation prescriptions.

The Ombudsman in Montenegro ruled that denying registration in the unemployment registry due to a family pension violates the right to equal access to professional training programs.

The Deputy Ombudsman has expressed concerns regarding mental health services for prisoners in Turku, Finland, following an inspection that revealed significant challenges in operational fluidity and service availability.

The Ombudsman has urged the University of Montenegro to establish binding rules for adjusting exam schedules to religious holidays and recommended a school in Tuzi allow a teacher to attend Friday prayers if it does not disrupt classes.

An article discusses the history and importance of the 'Reader's Ombudsman' (Defensor del Lector) in newspapers, highlighting its origin in the US in 1967 and its adoption by La Vanguardia in 1993 to ensure rigorous journalism and transparency.

The Children's Rights Ombudsman has filed a cassation appeal to the Supreme Court regarding a boxer's conviction for physical violence against children. The perpetrator was sentenced to only 10 months in prison, with the sentence conditionally suspended for three years.

Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn formally opened the new parliament, as the general election result faces court scrutiny over bar codes on ballots that may have violated the law, prompting the Ombudsman to petition the Constitutional Court on the matter.

The Independent Commission for Infrastructure (ICI) has announced it will cease operations on March 31, stating its mandate has been fulfilled after investigating anomalous infrastructure projects and turning over evidence to the ombudsman.

Both the Office of the Ombudsman and the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) have instructed the group of 18 alleged 'ex-Marines' to submit more accurate complaints for their ongoing investigations.

The Ombudsman determined that excluding a child from school was not in their best interest, but also found that the relevant institutions had taken all necessary actions within their jurisdiction.

Deputies in the Moldovan Parliament are convening for a plenary session today, Thursday, March 12, with an agenda that includes a simple motion for the Ministry of Defense and the appointment of a new Deputy Ombudsman.

Montenegro's Ombudsman institution stated that the findings of the Committee for the Prevention of Torture (CPT) report reflect warnings they have issued for years, indicating that it is the 'last moment' for the country to address the issues.

Susanna Lindroos-Hovinheimo has been appointed as the new Deputy Ombudsman in Finland. The Parliamentary Ombudsman is responsible for legality supervision, working alongside two Deputy Ombudsmen.

A student from Podgorica was expelled from school after his mother alleged he was experiencing violence, with Montenegro's Ombudsman concluding that institutional measures taken were inadequate and did not lead to a proper solution.

A graft complaint has been filed with the Office of the Ombudsman against Occidental Mindoro Rep. Leody Tarriela, alleging his involvement in anomalous projects within the province.

The Icelandic Ombudsman has found no reason to criticize the working methods or oversight arrangements of MAST (Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority) regarding blood mare farming. The Ombudsman initiated the review after media coverage of the issue.

The Swedish Parliamentary Ombudsmen (JO) has concluded its review of the high-profile case involving the disappearance and death of a 14-year-old boy.

Indonesia's Attorney General's Office (AGO) has conducted a search of the Ombudsman's office as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption related to cooking oil.

PSD President Sorin Grindeanu announced that the Social Democrats will not vote for USR's candidate, Roxana Rizoiu, for the position of Ombudsman. Grindeanu urged USR to propose someone without a special pension.

Under the 1987 Philippine Constitution, the Ombudsman can be removed from office through impeachment, not by a Supreme Court order

A survey conducted in Lithuania reveals that nearly 80% of residents believe it is essential to adapt public spaces for people with disabilities, according to the Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office.

Despite the Ombudsman's intervention, the President of UOKiK (Office of Competition and Consumer Protection) sees no grounds to act regarding clubs refusing entry to Wisła Kraków fans, suggesting fans pursue civil action.

Uzbekistan's Business Ombudsman states that temporary shutdowns of EV charging stations without a court order violate entrepreneurs' rights.

The planned establishment of a media ombudsman in Denmark, supported by Culture Minister Jakob Engel-Schmidt, is now uncertain due to the snap general election, requiring a new government to reintroduce the proposal.

Oxana Gumennaia has resigned from her position as Deputy Ombudsman, citing personal reasons. The Moldovan Parliament voted to acknowledge the termination of her mandate on Friday, March 6.

Bulgaria's Ombudsman, Velislava Delcheva, has questioned the acting Minister of Energy, Traycho Traykov, about the progress in developing a new method for calculating energy from building installations, following numerous complaints.

MANILA, Philippines – Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla on Thursday said that the 18 individuals representing themselves as former Marines were acting for “political effect,” noting that while several signatories are no longer in active service, six were charged with murder. “Not all of them are in active service, and many of them were discharged. Alam

Ogun State's Ombudsman has called on politicians to conduct peaceful and issue-based campaigns for the 2027 elections, emphasizing policy discussions over insults and divisive rhetoric.

Whanganui Collegiate, one of New Zealand's most expensive state-integrated schools, is under investigation by the Ombudsman for a complaint about its fees, facing a court case, and scrutiny from the Education Ministry.

The Ombudsman of Montenegro's public broadcaster (RTCG) has criticized TVCG for unclearly conveying the essence of a European Commission recommendation, stating that the public was not fully informed.

Montenegro's Ministry of Interior (MUP) ignored requests and urgencies from the ombudsman regarding children from Tivat who lack regulated residency in Montenegro, despite living there since birth, thus violating a citizen's rights.

Following reports that some Zagreb clubs deny entry to foreign workers while allowing local guests, the Ombudsman has reacted, stating such practices are illegal.

Zagreb's HDZ party accused MP Ivana Kekin (Možemo!) of illegally and immorally giving political lectures in schools, prompting a call for the children's ombudsman to investigate. Kekin responded that she was invited.

A report by Northern Ireland's police ombudsman reveals that attempts by male police officers to exploit women for sexual gratification constitute almost a third of the most serious cases under investigation.

The Polish Ombudsman for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises maintains a negative assessment of a key provision in the proposed reform of the State Labor Inspectorate, specifically regarding the power granted to labor inspectors to determine employment relationships.

Ombudsman Jesus Crispin Remulla has cast doubts on the joint affidavit executed by 18 former soldiers who claimed to have delivered millions of pesos in cash to government officials, dismissing the allegations as “canard” and politically motivated.

USR President Dominic Fritz defended the party's ombudsman candidate, Roxana Rizoiu, against criticism from PSD, stating she is highly qualified and not influenced by political commands.

Poland's Ombudsman argues that there is no legal basis to refuse official publication of a Constitutional Tribunal ruling, raising a precedent-setting question for the Supreme Administrative Court regarding the legal effects of such unannounced judgments.

Elections for external bodies in Portugal have been postponed again after the PSD requested more time to negotiate an agreement with the PS and Chega. The new election date will be set on March 4, concerning positions in the Constitutional Court, Ombudsman, and Council of State.

The Bulgarian Ombudsman is considering appealing to the Constitutional Court regarding the limitations placed on voting sections abroad.

Venezuela's attorney general has resigned from his post and was subsequently appointed as the acting ombudsman in a surprising move.

Venezuela's Attorney General, Tarek Saab, and Ombudsman, Alfredo Ruiz Angulo, have submitted their resignations to the National Assembly.

The Slovak Ombudsman has found that police officers in Slovenská Ľupča violated several duties, including failing to record an intervention and unprofessional conduct, calling for regular checks and thorough instruction on citizens' rights.

Members of Parliament have backed the re-election of Feruza Eshmatova as the Human Rights Ombudsman.

A recent report by the Deputy Ombudsman in Finland indicates that not all prisoners have received adequate health services as required by law, pointing to a purely economic solution for the problem.

At stake is the lack of a global agreement between PSD, Chega, and PS. The goal is to postpone the elections to March 6. Also, Luís Neves takes office this morning as Minister of Internal Administration.

A unanimous five-judge bench of the Supreme Court in Kenya has declined the Ombudsman's request for an advisory opinion to expand its powers.

The Ombudsman has directed the ministry to discontinue an unlawful Sh30 SMS charge imposed for accessing Grade 10 placement results.