Article 7
United Kingdom
1.
The Ombudsman shall cease to exercise his duties either at the end of this term of office or on his resignation or dismissal.
2.
Save in the event of his dismissal, the Ombudsman shall remain in office until his successor has been appointed.
3.
In the event of early cessation of duties, a successor shall be appointed within three months of the office's falling vacant for the remainder of the parliamentary term.
Notes on the whole EU Decision
Textual amendments
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