European Ombudsman Assesses Commission’s Lack of Transparency as a Threat to the EU

The European Ombudsman has warned of “zones without accountability” within EU institutions, emphasizing that growing global crises cannot become an excuse for secrecy. EU Ombudsman Teresa Anžinjo told the Brussels portal Politico today that the European Commission, faced with threats, is taking on more and more powers and responsibilities, but is also becoming “increasingly discreet”…