The Ombudsperson requires interim measure for KEDS controls conducted within citizens’ private properties

29/01/2016

The Ombudsperson has received separate complaints regarding the conduct of Kosovo Electricity Distribution and Supply Company (KEDS J.S.C.) as per control of electrical devices in flats, houses and private premises. Based on complaints’ allegations, KEDS employees conduct such controls without authorizations from relevant competent bodies and that such controls are performed collectively within certain areas.

Given that unauthorized control of the dwelling place can inflict violation of the right to privacy as well as breach of property right, both rights guaranteed by the Constitution of Republic of Kosovo and international instruments of human rights which are directly applicable in Republic of Kosovo, the Ombudsperson requested from relevant competent bodies application of interim measure (suspension) of these activities, which according to preliminary investigation, are conducted by KEDS.

This interim measure is requested to be at force until Ombudsperson accomplishes investigations regarding this issue and reveals its findings and final recommendations.