Ombudsmen

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An ombudsmen is an official who is appointed to check on government activity on behalf of an individual citizen and to investigate complaints that are made
They operate within the private sector
What areas do ombudsmen investigate?
Health service, local government, legal services and housing
Advantages
The problem may be solved
Can lead to recommended changes made to government agencies or public bodies
Disadvantages
Their powers are constrained because they cannot deal with matter that could be dealt with by the courts
Complaints must be made through an elected representative, so this can be a barrier to citizens wishing to scrutinise government actions

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Ombudsmen

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