12Independence in relation to complaints and investigations

12 Independence in relation to complaints and investigations (1) The Ombudsman is not subject to direction by any person about: (a) the way the Ombudsman exercises or performs the Ombudsman's powers or functions in relation to complaints and investigations; or (b) the priority given to investigations. (2) The Ombudsman must act independently, impartially and in the public interest in the exercise or performance of the Ombudsman's powers or functions in relation to complaints and investigations. Part 4 Ombudsman's jurisdiction for administrative actions of public authorities and police