General Activities

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In addition to any other powers and responsibilities provided for in this Act, the Ombudsman may —

hear, investigate and rule on appeals filed under this Act;

monitor and report on the compliance by public authorities with their obligations under this Act;

make recommendations for reform both of a general nature and directed at specific public bodies;

refer to the appropriate authorities cases where it appears that a criminal offence has been committed; and

publicise the requirements of this Act and the rights of individuals under it.

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s.39General Activities— Freedom of Information Act (2021 Revision)

Section 39Part 6 — Ombudsman

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In addition to any other powers and responsibilities provided for in this Act, the Ombudsman may —

hear, investigate and rule on appeals filed under this Act;

monitor and report on the compliance by public authorities with their obligations under this Act;

make recommendations for reform both of a general nature and directed at specific public bodies;

refer to the appropriate authorities cases where it appears that a criminal offence has been committed; and

publicise the requirements of this Act and the rights of individuals under it.