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Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman

Asked by Lisa SmartLiberal DemocratCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 4 July 2025UIN 63120

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, what steps he is taking to ensure that there is no gap between the end of the term of office of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman and their successor.

Answered by Georgia Gould

Paula Sussex has been appointed Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO). Arrangements are now in place, meaning all casework can progress as normal.

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