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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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