Lessons from the EU’s watchdog: Emily O’Reilly on ethics and accountability
The European Parliament will elect the new EU Ombudsman on Tuesday (17 December) to replace Emily O’Reilly, with her successor set to inherit her impressive legacy.
The Irish author and former journalist, who made history as the first woman to hold the post of EU Ombudsman, spent 11 years expanding the office’s investigative powers and pushing for greater accountability across the EU’s institutions, agencies and bodies.
In a sit-down interview with Giada Santana, O’Reilly reflected on her time in office, the current political climate, and her landmark inquiry into Frontex.
