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The Ombudsman insists that the Mayor of Stara Zagora postpone the demolition of buildings in Lozenets neighbourhood
Monday, 27.07.2026
The Ombudsman referred the matter to the National Revenue Agency for an investigation into the price increase for the “heat cost allocation” service“
Tuesday, 21.07.2026
The Ombudsman: The most profound change to length of service in decades should not be introduced via transitional and final provisions
Monday, 20.07.2026
The Ombudsman insisted that Toplofikatsiya Sofia deduct the days without hot water from customers’ bills
Thursday, 16.07.2026
The Ombudsman supports the removal of restrictions on polling stations abroad and has issued recommendations to the Central Election Commission for an accessible electoral process
Wednesday, 15.07.2026
The Ombudsman made recommendations for better protection of children with special educational needs in the Pre-school and School Education Act
Tuesday, 14.07.2026
The Ombudsman endorsed Pernik’s bid to become the European Youth Capital in 2029
Tuesday, 14.07.2026
The Ombudsman addressed the Sofia Municipality regarding limited access for people with disabilities to priority travel passes
Monday, 13.07.2026
The Ombudsman discussed measures to make elections more accessible for people with disabilities with the leadership of the Central Election Commission
Thursday, 09.07.2026
The Head of the Ombudsman’s Cabinet Katya Hristova met with representatives of Amnesty International
Wednesday, 08.07.2026
  • In response to complaints and reports from citizens following the tragedy on the Trakia motorway, the Ombudsman addressed the Prime Minister with recommendations for urgent road safety measures
    Friday, 26.06.2026
  • Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva: I wish young people and the Amalipe Center success in reaching the outer space
    Thursday, 25.06.2026
  • Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva presented the award to BNT journalist Maya Dimitrova at the “Distinguished Bulgarians” ceremony
    Wednesday, 24.06.2026
  • Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva: The digitalisation of TELK should not be a barrier for people with disabilities
    Wednesday, 24.06.2026
  • Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva: Heating assistance should not be used as a tool for budget cuts
    Monday, 22.06.2026
  • Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva met with young people from “St. Sofia – Next Generation” Zonta Club
    Friday, 19.06.2026
  • Health Minister Katya Ivkova and Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva are joining forces for reform in psychiatric care
    Friday, 19.06.2026
  • Ombudsman on inspection: People with disabilities still face inaccessible environment in Lovech
    Thursday, 18.06.2026
  • Ombudsman: The Institution has no role in procedures for early dismissal of the Prosecutor General
    Wednesday, 17.06.2026
  • Ombudsman: Voluntary out-of-court collection of small debts can help citizens, but only if there are clear safeguards to protect vulnerable people
    Tuesday, 16.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman insists on a fair decision regarding seasonal motorcycle insurance
    Tuesday, 16.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman opened the exhibition “See Me”—the world through the eyes of children and young people in social services
    Monday, 15.06.2026
  • Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva: Foster care changes lives and gives children a chance at a better future
    Monday, 15.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman insists on an increase in benefits for children with disabilities and the elimination of deductions for the use of personal assistance
    Monday, 15.06.2026
  • Deputy Ombudsman to the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission: Another increase in electricity and heating prices will put additional strain on households
    Friday, 12.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman inspected all migrant detention centres and Border Police detention facilities
    Friday, 12.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman recommended that the Ministry of Education and Science investigate reports of technical issues during the administration of the high school matriculation exams
    Wednesday, 10.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman is urging the Energy and Water Regulatory Commission to review the new district heating rates
    Tuesday, 09.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman: The new household electricity rates are unreasonably high
    Monday, 08.06.2026
  • Parliament Chair Mihaela Dotsova and Ombudsman Velislava Delcheva discussed cooperation in the interest of citizens at a meeting
    Monday, 08.06.2026
  • The Ombudsman: Children’s rights are not a matter of charity, but a responsibility of the state and society
    Monday, 01.06.2026
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