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Multiple committees in the Serbian National Assembly held sessions to review proposed laws, largely rejecting submitted amendments while addressing administrative matters regarding the official ombudsman's office staffing.
Poland's Ministry of Justice has stated it finds no basis for legislative work on a procedure for automatic appointment of judicial assessors. This comes in response to a proposal made by the Ombudsman's office in mid-July.
The Finnish government aims to enable long-term detention of children through a new law, a proposal that has drawn criticism from the Ombudsman's office, which questions the stated child protection reasons behind the change.
The Portuguese Ombudsman's office has received approximately 50 complaints, leading to the initiation of 15 formal complaint processes. The issues cited include delays, difficulties in accessing services, and problems related to public support.
Portugal's Ombudsman's office is monitoring issues with national examinations after receiving 14 complaints. Luísa Neto is set to take office as the new Ombudsman this Wednesday.
Ukrainian authorities have launched an investigation into mysterious deaths and bullying within a Ukrainian assault regiment, with the State Bureau of Investigation and the ombudsman's office examining cases of soldiers dying during training, including one reportedly dragged by an ATV.
The company "Kauno autobusai" received a warning from the Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office regarding its service for visually impaired passengers on public transport.
The #we_do! ombudsman's office, a key body for moral self-regulation in the film and TV sector, discussed the importance of violence protection in film and cautioned against dismissing scandals as isolated incidents in the context of MeToo.
A 1.54-meter tall man was rejected from a tram pilot position in Zurich, with the public transport company VBZ citing his height as the reason. This case has been brought to the ombudsman's office to investigate potential discrimination.
The Macedonian Ombudsman's office processed almost 3,000 complaints from citizens last year. Many complaints concerned lack of timely updates on case status and issues with enforcement agents, particularly regarding account blockades and interest rates on debts.
The Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office found that Vichy water park in Vilnius discriminated against a disabled person by permanently banning them after an incident, issuing a warning to the park.
Only 16 percent of child and youth welfare facilities are considered 'very safe' in Austria, with the situation in facilities for unaccompanied minor refugees being particularly precarious, according to the Ombudsman's Office.
The Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office in Lithuania found that Swedbank violated the law by refusing to grant an elderly woman a car leasing credit, failing to ensure equal access to financial services regardless of age.
Officials from the Ombudsman's office are criticizing the prosecutor's actions in a criminal case concerning the notorious Loikala Manor child protection institution, with the memo detailing these criticisms being concealed by authorities.
Ukraine's Ombudsman's Office announced the successful return of 2,058 deported children, with active support from 38 countries, the Council of Europe, and the European Union.
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.
The National Association of Portuguese Municipalities (ANMP) has expressed support for the 38 recommendations and best practices put forth by the Ombudsman's office concerning disaster situations, highlighting the central role of local authorities.
Nvidia camera cars are operating in Helsinki, photographing faces and license plates, leading to privacy concerns. The Data Protection Ombudsman's office has already received several inquiries about the mapping vehicles, and the phenomenon is expected to become more widespread.
The Portuguese Ombudsman's office considers the measures taken to minimize failures in national exams to be adequate. This position comes a day after the Bar Association requested the immediate suspension of the higher education access competition.
Plunder charges against Romualdez are reportedly very close to being officially filed. The Ombudsman's office has indicated that the legal process is in its final stages.
A committee of the European Parliament is discussing the immunity of Matej Tonin. This deliberation is part of a broader conversation about a new advocate's role, either in their own office or within the ombudsman's office.
A parliamentary commission in Poland, tasked with addressing allegations of mobbing within the Child Ombudsman's office, voted against discussing the matter, as reported by TVN24.
The Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office found that Santaros Clinics discriminated against a family due to disability by denying entry to a car transporting a child with a disability into the medical facility's territory.
On International Children's Day, the Albanian Ombudsman's office joined a citizen initiative that has collected over 17,000 signatures to amend the law and ensure full financial coverage for the treatment of minors.
The number of applications to the Latvian Ombudsman's office increased by nearly 30% last year, with many citizens seeking legal clarification due to confusing or incomprehensible responses from state institutions.
The ombudsman's office has supported SRF's reporting regarding the case of the dismissed Patrick Fischer, after reviewing 27 complaints.
Tiago Antunes, a name associated with the Ombudsman's office and politics, has become a source of division and indignation in Portugal, with questions also raised about party funding.
Colombia's Ombudsman's Office reported that at least 14 people, including two minors, were killed in two separate incidents involving illegal armed groups in the northern part of the country.
The Danish Ombudsman's office has announced that it has received the highest number of complaints in its history.
The Austrian Ombudsman's office has released a report criticizing structural deficiencies in the care provided to mentally ill inmates in domestic correctional facilities, noting a drastic increase in suicides and suicide attempts since 2019.
The Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office concluded that the 'Chaos Lounge' nightclub in Vilnius discriminated against an Indian citizen by denying him entry based on his nationality, race, and origin.
The Serbian Ombudsman's office concluded that there were no irregularities in the Kragujevac Correctional Facility's treatment of a transgender individual.
A wildfire in Torre de Moncorvo continues to mobilize a large response, with approximately 550 firefighters and 7 aerial assets. The Ombudsman's Office has recommended creating a fund for natural disasters.
The Czech ombudsman's office is receiving a growing number of complaints regarding building permit procedures, with lawyers encouraging more people to report issues, especially after a July 2024 government amendment.
A real estate agent was found to have discriminated against a foreigner based on nationality and race by stating that an apartment was only available for Lithuanians, according to the Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office.
The Moldovan Ombudsman's office has launched an investigation into complaints regarding human rights violations during military conscription. The Minister of Defense stated that his ministry is cooperating fully with the investigation.
The Equal Opportunities Ombudsman's Office received a complaint from a civil servant who was assigned a lower salary upon returning from child care leave, prompting an investigation into salary determination procedures.
Journalists have conducted an in-depth investigation into the working conditions at the Office of the Child Rights Ombudsman, revealing a pervasive atmosphere of fear among employees. The reports highlight concerns and anxieties experienced by staff within the office.
Luísa Neto, the candidate nominated by the Socialist Party for Ombudsman, was widely praised by all parties during her parliamentary hearing. She presented a list of challenges that the Ombudsman's office should address, emphasizing a 'measured' approach while acknowledging her power to refer laws to the Constitutional Court.
At least 48 people have been killed in a major battle between two rival FARC dissident groups in southern Colombia, according to the Ombudsman's Office.
An ombudsman's office in Austria has received 717 complaints about payment problems since 2023, with victims of phishing attacks recovering 1.5 million euros, highlighting that money is not automatically lost in such cases.
The Austrian Ombudsman's office presented its 2025 parliamentary report, heavily criticizing the penal system, particularly for juvenile prisoners. The report highlights a significant increase in prisoner numbers and related issues.
Indonesia's chief of the Ombudsman's office, responsible for combating corruption, was arrested for alleged bribery just five days after taking office.
A television program will feature journalists and officials from the Administration for the Execution of Criminal Sanctions and the Ombudsman's office to discuss conditions in prisons and the illegal detention of children.
The Greek Ombudsman's office has reported a significant increase in public complaints, indicating growing dissatisfaction among citizens.
Reports from the Ombudsman's office have highlighted dramatic and inhumane conditions, including dirty cells, solitary confinement, and a metal cage, in Austrian correctional facilities for mentally ill inmates.
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.
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.