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PIP and the value of further evidence - follow up report

In June 2021 the Ombudsman found that repeated failings by the Department for Communities in how it handled further evidence amounted to ‘systemic maladministration’. Ombudsman Margaret Kelly made 33 recommendations on how the system could be improved.

This follow-up report shows that out of the 33 recommendations made, 10 have been fully met, 18 partly met, and 5 not met. 

Restrictive Practices in Northern Ireland Schools - an overview report

This report contains details of investigations into restrictive practices in schools, identifies recurring themes, and includes a number of recommendations to the Department of Education.

John Carson

Mid & East Antrim Borough Council

Hearing Date/Time

Alleged Breach

Paragraphs 4.2, 4.11, 4.13 (a) & (b)and; and Paragraph 4.18 of the Code.    

Decision on Breach

Breach of Paragraphs 4.2, 4.11, 4.13(a)&(b), and 4.18(b)&(d)

Ruth Wilson

Mid & East Antrim Borough Council

Hearing Date/Time

Alleged Breach

Code paragraphs 4.2, 4.11, 4.13a and 4.6    

Decision on Breach

Breach of Paragraphs 4.2 and 4.13(a) of the Code    

Investigation into repair work on disabled man’s home finds multiple failures

The Ombudsman has made a number of recommendations to the Northern Ireland Housing Executive following an investigation of a complaint about the handling of improvement works to a tenant’s residence.

Jolene Bunting

Belfast City Council

Hearing Date/Time

Alleged Breach

Disrepute (p 4.2), Use of Position (p 4.16), Use of Council Resources (p. 4.18), Registration of Interests (p 5.3)

Decision on Breach

Breach of paragraphs 4.2, 4.16, 4.18    

Marc Collins

Mid & East Antrim Borough Council

Hearing Date/Time

Alleged Breach

Code paragraphs 4.2, 4.6, 4.13(a), 4.13(b) and 4.16    

Decision on Breach

Breach of paragraphs 4.13(a), 4.2, & 4.6 of the Code    

Improving complaints handling in local government

We recently reached another important milestone in our programme of transforming the way public bodies deal with complaints.

Huge response to surveys into communications with patients on a healthcare waiting list

We recently conducted two online surveys in support of our Own Initiative investigation into how the Trust communicates with patients on a healthcare waiting list.

NIPSO Customer Satisfaction Survey

NIPSO is committed to delivering the highest standards of service to the public. We will not only listen to what people tell us about their experience but we will learn from and act on this also. Our new Strategic Plan for 2022 – 2025 sets out an ambitious vision to be a more accessible, effective and innovative office.

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