The state of shelters in Ukraine: results of the Ombudsman's inspections
The Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, has released the results of a large-scale inspection of protective structures across the country. According to him, the situation regarding the safety of citizens remains difficult, as the majority of the inspected facilities have significant shortcomings.
During the inspections, specialists found that many shelters do not meet established safety standards. The main problems concern the technical condition of the premises, the lack of proper equipment, and limited access for people during air raid alerts. This creates serious risks to the life and health of Ukrainians seeking protection from enemy shelling.
The Ombudsman emphasized that access to a safe place is a fundamental right of every citizen under martial law. Responsible authorities have received recommendations for the immediate rectification of the identified violations to ensure the proper operation of protective structures in all regions.
The issue of shelter readiness remains one of the state's priorities. It is expected that local authorities will take measures in the near future to improve the condition of the shelters so that every resident can feel safe during aerial threats.