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The Role of Independent Ombudsmen in Citizen Redress

How independent civil ombudsmen investigate administrative mismanagement on behalf of ordinary residents.

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The Role of Independent Ombudsmen in Citizen Redress

How independent civil ombudsmen investigate administrative mismanagement on behalf of ordinary residents.

This report looks beyond the announcement to explain the systems, trade-offs and unanswered questions at the center of the story.

The bigger picture

The debate surrounding public affairs is often presented as a contest between competing positions. A closer examination reveals a more practical set of questions.

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