Ombudsman
Umboðsmaður Alþingis
Umboðsmaður Alþingis
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Summary
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Umboðsmaður Alþingis (Parliamentary Ombudsman of Iceland) is established under Lög nr. 85/1997. Elected by the Althing for a 4-year term, the Ombudsman supervises administrative actions of the state and local government and investigates citizen complaints. Recommendations are non-binding. IOI member.
Independence Scorecard
55/100
Limited
Methodology v0.1
| Appointment | Legislative appointment |
|---|---|
| Term length | 4 years |
| Removal standard | For cause only |
| Budget independence | Legislative line item |
| Subpoena power | No |
| Compel testimony | No |
| Records access | Full access |
| Public reports required | Yes |
| Pre-publication review | None — reports published directly |
Statute
- Name
- Lög um umboðsmann Alþingis
- Citation
- Lög nr. 85/1997 (as amended)
- Full text
- Full text of law →
Jurisdiction scope
Supervision of the administration of state and local government affairs in Iceland; investigates complaints of infringement of rights of citizens by government agencies and civil servants; issues non-binding recommendations.