Election Ombudsman (Fratanica)

The Election Ombudsman is a part of the Office of Election Ombudsman, which investigates electoral violations and ensures non-interference or intimidation in regards to national elections. The Election Ombudsman is appointed by the President with advice of the Prime Minister, and is uniquely accountable to the National Diet and the Federal Election Authority. The office itself was established on 15 October 1963, in response to voter intimidation and interference from the United Democratic Coalition. Today, the Election Ombudsman plays a key role in investigating alleged electoral malpractices and ensuring the independence of the election.

The current Election Ombudsman is Torren Blanche, who was approved by the National Assembly on 14 December 2020.