Office of the Citizens�
Representative
May 28, 2008Launch of New
Website
Citizens� Representative Barry Fleming Q.C. today
announced that as part of an enhanced community outreach initiative, the
Office of the Citizens� Representative (OCR) has launched its new
website.
Located at
www.citizensrep.nl.ca the website offers information on the OCR as
well as topics of interest for those wishing to file a complaint. The
website also includes tips for self-advocacy, and visitors will note the
inclusion of information for whistleblowers under Part VI of the
House of Assembly Accountability, Integrity and Administration Act.
"Our new website is designed to provide both quick
access to general information on our operations, and an improved
platform from which to contact my office with a complaint or inquiry,"
said Mr. Fleming.
The website will also display the OCR�s new logo,
which employs a stylized "O" in line with many national and
international Ombudsman counterparts.
The Citizens� Representative is an Officer of the
House of Assembly and is independent of both the political process and
government administration. The office investigates and resolves
complaints about provincial governmental organizations and, when
appropriate, recommends corrective action. Services are free and
confidential.
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Media contact:
Jocelyn Walsh
Office of the Citizens� Representative
709-729-7647
2008 05 28
11:00 a.m.