An assessment of the role of the Independent Oversight Bodies in Security Sector Reform in Albania
An assessment of the role of the Independent Oversight Bodies in Security Sector Reform in Albania
Author(s): Arjan Dyrmishi, Besjana Kuci, Egest Gjokutaj
Subject(s): Politics and law, Penal Policy
Published by: IDM – Instituti për Demokraci dhe Ndërmjetësim
Keywords: The Independent Oversight Bodies (IOB) in Albania; Fundamental Human Rights; The People’s Advocate (PsA); The Commissioner for Personal Data Protection (CPDP); The State Supreme Audit Institution (SSAI)
Summary/Abstract: This research paper analyses the independent oversight bodies (IOB) in Albania. For the purpose of this study, IOBs are defined as those institutions that are established by the Parliament and are accountable to it. They form an essential part of the democratic governance of the security sector. Along with the executive branch, the legislative branch and the judiciary these institutions contribute in holding the security sector accountable to elected civilian representatives.
- Page Count: 43
- Publication Year: 2011
- Language: English
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