June 1 is International Children's Day. On this occasion, the Public Defender of Georgia held a statement reinforcing that this date reminds the world community that all States have an obligation to take into account the best interests of each child, to protect their life and health and to provide conditions for their education, development and decent life.

Ontario Ombudsman Paul Dubé launched an investigation into the oversight of long-term care homes by the province’s Ministry of Long-Term Care and Ministry of Health during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The investigation will focus on whether the oversight of long-term care homes by those ministries during the coronavirus crisis is adequate to ensure the safety of residents and staff.

Le 26 mai 2020, en contexte de pandémie, la protectrice du citoyen, Marie Rinfret, a annoncé la tenue d’une enquête impartiale et indépendante à l’égard du ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux et de certains établissements du réseau public de la santé.

On May 26, 2020, Ombudsperson Marie Rinfret announced an impartial and independent investigation into the Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux and certain public health institutions.

2020 marks the 25^th anniversary of the European Ombudsman. From small beginnings in 1995, the institution has grown to become a recognised and respected upholder of transparency, ethics and accountability in the EU administration.

In a radio broadcast of the Seimas Ombudsmen’s Office program “Everyone is important” there was a sharp discussion regarding potential violations of the human rights of elderly people during the quarantine period, which received a lot of attention.

Two recent decisions on Freedom of Information (FOI) appeals by the Ombudsman have helped clarify when government’s internal discussions are protected from disclosure and when information around those matters should be released to the public.

Representantes de la Defensoría del Pueblo de la Provincia de Santa Fe y de diversos organismos e instituciones llevaron adelante una reunión de trabajo con el objetivo de implementar en forma completa la legislación provincial vigente vinculada a personas electro dependientes.