Ombudsman for older people promotes the position of the older people and the realisation of their rights

The Ombudsman for older people is an autonomous and independent authority that promotes the realisation of the rights and best interest of older people. The Ombudsman for older people is responsible for making sure that the rights and status of older people are taken into consideration in legislation and decision-making. 

Ombudsman for older people

Päivi Topo acts as the Ombudsman for older people. She started in the office on 15 January 2022. 

Duties and authority of the Ombudsman for older people

The duty of the Ombudsman for older people is to promote and assess the realisation of the basic and human rights of the elderly in legislation and decision-making in the society.

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