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On National Celiac Disease Awareness Day, the Office of the Ombudsman wishes to show its commitment to defending the interests of people affected by celiac disease and has announced that it is preparing which will include recommendations for enhancing the quality of life of this group of people. In the opinion of the institution, the […]

Address by the Defensora del Pueblo, Soledad Becerril, at the XIV Manuel Broseta Co-existence Award Ceremony (Valencia) We know that nations evolve and thrive on the basis of initiatives and contributions of members of the public. I am not referring, on this occasion, to their productive capabilities; I’m referring to knowledge, and to their exemplary, honest […]

The Office of the Ombudsman has asked the Office of the Government Delegate in Madrid for information about what steps it is planning to take to prevent and eradicate homophobic attacks. The Institution has launched an own-initiative inquiry after learning of the increase in reports of physical attacks on Lesbians, Gays, Transsexual and Bisexuals (LGTB) in […]

On International Roma Day, the Defensor del Pueblo reiterates its commitment to this group of people, stressing that it strives constantly to eliminate stereotypes and remove the obstacles that are still an impediment to their full integration and real and effective equality. “Roma are full citizens in Spain” said the Defensora, Soledad Becerril, adding that […]