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Are you experiencing difficulties with a public authority? The Ombudsman will help you find a fair solution, acting independently, free of charge and in a spirit of
dialogue and respect for your rights.
Our missions :
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Complaints Department
The Ombudsman receives complaints concerning the functioning of state and local government bodies, as well as public institutions under the authority of the state and local authorities.
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External Monitoring Body for Places of Deprivation of Liberty (CELPL)
The Ombudsman carries out regular visits to places where people are deprived of their liberty.
Whistleblower :
Report a violation in a place where people are deprived of their liberties
Have you witnessed any cause for concern in a prison, a detention centre or a secure psychiatric unit? The External Monitoring Body for Places of Deprivation of Liberty (CELPL) can receive your report in complete confidence.
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📅26 June – International Day in Support of Victims of Torture On this International Day in Support of Victims of Torture, the Ombudsman reaffirms its commitment to preventing torture and inhuman and degrading treatment through its independent monitoring of places...
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CELPL - Annual report - 2025
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Presentation of the CELPL’s 2025 Annual Report
On 18 June 2026, the Ombudsman presented the 2025 annual report of the CELPL to the press. During 2025, the CELPL carried out several inspection visits, which led to the publication of the following visit reports: the first report on...
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