Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme: The Independent Expert Panel
The Independent Expert Panel determines cases against MPs and appeals under the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme; and appeals under the MPs’ Code of Conduct.
This Note is designed to provide background on the work of the Ombudsman, and examines recent developments in the role.
The Ombudsman- the developing role in the UK (139KB PDF)
This Note is designed to provide background on the work of the Ombudsman, and examines recent developments in the role. It summarises the changes since devolution, and provides a commentary on current relationships with Parliament, the executive and the judiciary.
This note is no longer being updated. For further information see the Library briefing paper The Parliamentary Ombudsman: role and proposals for reform.
The Ombudsman- the developing role in the UK (139KB PDF)
The Independent Expert Panel determines cases against MPs and appeals under the Independent Complaints and Grievance Scheme; and appeals under the MPs’ Code of Conduct.
This list notes when an MP has changed allegiance from one political party to another or decided to sit as an independent Member. Instances of MPs losing or resigning a party whip are also noted.
How to take complaints about services provided by local authorities to the Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman.