Ombudsman
Office of the Ombudsman
OOA
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Summary
The Ombudsman of Antigua and Barbuda was established under the Ombudsman Act 1994 (Cap. 324) as the parliamentary commissioner for administration. The Ombudsman is appointed by the Governor-General on the advice of the Prime Minister after consultation with the Leader of the Opposition, for a five-year term. The Office investigates complaints of maladministration, injustice, and improper acts by government ministries and statutory bodies, and issues non-binding recommendations for redress. Annual reports are submitted to Parliament.
Independence Scorecard
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Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Mixed (multi-branch) |
|---|---|
| Term length | 5 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Case-by-case |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Ombudsman Act 1994 (Cap. 324)
- Citation
- Ombudsman Act 1994 (Cap. 324)
- Full text
- Agency website →
Jurisdiction scope
All government ministries, departments, and statutory bodies; investigates complaints of maladministration, injustice, and abuse of power by public authorities; issues recommendations for redress.