Regulations and general conditions governing the performance of the Ombudsman’s duties

This dossier sets out the regulations and general conditions governing the performance of the Ombudsman's duties. The amendments concern complaint-based and own-initiative inquiries into maladministration, access to documents and testimony, notification of national authorities and the European Public Prosecutor's Office, cooperation with the Agency for Fundamental Rights, the independence of the office, reporting to the European Parliament, and whistleblower protection.