Ombudsman: Mr. Cyprian Williams
The Office of the Ombudsman + Information Commission is established for the purpose of protecting and enforcing the rights of citizens employed in the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis. The Office of the Ombudsman also seeks to serve as the Information Commissioner.
The Office gives assistance to persons who believe that they have suffered injustices by Public Officials as a result of maladministration.
Mission Statement
To Revise, Simplify and Modernize the Law to make it effective for use.
Fairness and Accountability
The Office of the Ombudsman promotes transparency and good governance by addressing complaints of unfair treatment or maladministration in public institutions.
Independent Voice for the People
Operating autonomously under the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, the Ombudsman ensures that citizens have a trusted avenue to raise concerns and seek impartial redress.
Guardian of Information Rights
The Office upholds the principles of access to information and data protection, ensuring that government bodies comply with transparency and privacy standards.
Bridge Between Citizens and Government
The Ombudsman acts as a vital link that fosters accountability and trust between the public and government institutions.
What We Do
The responsibilities of the Ombudsman include:
- To investigate any administrative actions of authority for the purpose of deciding whether there is evidence of maladministration on the part of the authority
- To make recommendations pursuant to an investigation, to the authority concerning any administrative action that formed the subject of the investigation and, generally about ways of improving the administrative practices and procedures
- Perform other such functions as may be conferred upon him under the Act
Get In Touch
Mr. Cyprian Williams
(869) 467-1345
officeoftheombudsman@gov.kn
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Mon - Fri)
3rd Floor, Electoral Office, Central Street, Basseterre, St. Kitts