ECDC Response to European Ombudsman inquiry
"ECDC welcomes the release of the European Ombudsman report, which highlights a number of important proposals for how the ECDC’s role in Europe’s defence against infectious diseases can be strengthened. The report recommends that EU legislators reflect on whether new powers for the agency are needed to improve its capacity to deal with similar future public health crises", says Dr. Andrea Ammon
A process to strengthen ECDC’s mandate has already been initiated through the European Health Union initiative, which proposes to reinforce the Centre’s role and capabilities in addressing surveillance, preparedness, early warning systems, risk management and response. ECDC will take into account the Ombudsman’s recommendations and will develop an action plan to enhance the Centre’s capacity, particularly in areas such as surveillance, transparency and public communication.
