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Commission’s refusal to give public access to lithium mining project application is maladministration

European Ombudswoman Teresa Anjinho has said the European Commission’s refusal to give public access to documents related to the application by a lithium mining project in Serbia for fast-track status under the Critical Raw Materials Act is unreasonable and found maladministration.

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Ombudswoman asks Commission to improve recording of AI use in evaluation of projects for EU funds

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Ombudswoman encourages Commission to fulfil AI Act objectives for energy consumption data

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European Network of Ombudsmen 30th anniversary

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The European Ombudsman, Teresa Anjinho

Teresa Anjinho was sworn in as European Ombudsman on 27 February 2025, following her election by the European Parliament in December 2024. As European Ombudsman, she is responsible for investigating maladministration within the institutions, bodies, offices, and agencies of the European Union.

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The European Ombudsman works to promote good administration at EU level. The Ombudsman investigates complaints about maladministration by EU institutions and bodies, and also proactively looks into broader systemic issues.

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The European Ombudsman promotes good administration
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