How does the Constitution ensure the financial independence of the Office of the Ombudsman?
To guarantee its independence from political pressure, the Office of the Ombudsman enjoys constitutional fiscal autonomy. This means that its approved annual appropriations cannot be arbitrarily withheld by the executive branch. Instead, these essential funds must be automatically and regularly released to the office. This financial safeguard is explicitly provided for in Article XI, Section 14, 1987 Philippine Constitution. “SECTION 14. The Office of the Ombudsman shall enjoy fiscal autonomy. Its approved annual appropriations shall be automatically and regularly released.” 06-Mar-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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