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Belize government
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Office of the Ombudsman

Investigates maladministration by public bodies.

What this authority does

Receives complaints about government departments and statutory bodies, investigates and reports to the National Assembly; cannot overturn decisions but publishes findings.

Services for the public

  • Maladministration complaints
  • Investigation reports
  • Annual reports
  • Guidance

Before you contact this authority

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