Just The Chats | Episode 12 – In Conversation with European Ombudsman, Emily O’Reilly

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We were delighted to host an online event with the European Ombudsman, Emily O’Reilly. Emily O’Reilly was first elected as the European Ombudsman in July 2013. Following the European Parliament elections, she was re-elected for a five year mandate in December 2014 and again in December 2019. As the European Ombudsman she investigates maladministration in the institutions and bodies of the European Union. Speaker Emily O’Reilly – European Ombudsman Moderator Martina Fitzgerald Hosted by Noelle O Connell – Executive Director, EM Ireland.

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