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Ombudsman inquiry into the use of EU funds in relation to institutional care, against backdrop of COVID-19 pandemic
The Ombudsman opened an own-initiative inquiry into the role of the Commission in ensuring that member state governments use EU funds with a view to promoting independent living for persons with disabilities and older persons, and transitioning away from residential care institutions.
The inquiry takes place against the background of the COVID-19 pandemic, which had devastating consequences for people in these institutions.
What we do
The European Ombudsman works to promote good administration at EU level. The Ombudsman investigates complaints about maladministration by EU institutions and bodies, as well as proactively looking into broader systemic issues.
Areas of work
The European Ombudsman promotes good administration.
We mostly deal with the following issues: