State Comptroller

A new study by the State Comptroller casts doubt on the assertion that Israel is one of the most expensive countries in the world. Among other things, the researchers found that the international price index pointed to Israel's disadvantage in the field of food prices, even though the OECD recorded an increase 3 times higher.

Against the backdrop of recent desalination plant shutdowns, reports by former State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman highlight persistent vulnerabilities in Israel's water sector regarding pollution, cyberattacks, and climate change.

Despite seven reminders, Minister of Education Yoav Kish remains the only minister finishing a full term without having submitted a capital declaration. The Movement for Freedom of Information has raised concerns regarding the lack of transparency and failure to comply with legal requirements.

Contrary to the position of the Knesset's legal advisor, the coalition avoided holding the repeat procedure, but the opposition did not push for it either. It is possible that the petitioners hope to enter the government in the upcoming elections and promote their own candidates. The Chairman of the Israel Bar Association did reach out, but in the absence of an active comptroller, his request...

In private conversations, the legal advisor of the Bar Association admitted: "I encountered dilemmas that did not exist in the terms of Naveh and Khimi. Bechar's moves are legal, but they harm the Association." The Association's comptroller: "Delusional demands, the place is sick." Today they explain that they meant to protest against the moves of the judicial revolution. The Bar Association in...

An investigation reveals serious chaos in parking enforcement via municipal cameras and an alarming surge in their numbers. These are the mandatory conditions without which the fine you received may be immediately cancelled.

Minister of National Security Itamar Ben Gvir has submitted his personal wealth declaration to the State Comptroller after three and a half years. The minister had previously ignored seven official reminders.

The absence of a State Comptroller since July 2026 is blocking the publication of audit reports, including those regarding the Nova festival security. The appointment is currently stalled due to political tensions and the upcoming election cycle.

A month after the Supreme Court disqualified the State Comptroller's appointment, Israel is operating without one of its key democratic gatekeepers. The vacancy paralyzes whistleblower protection, the review of ministers' financial declarations, and oversight of party funding.

The testimony of MK Sharren Haskel is expected to identify who ordered her to record her vote, as stated in her affidavit to the Supreme Court. Following contradictions with the Likud's own affidavit, the Attorney General and the State Attorney have ordered an investigation into whether false statements were submitted.

As revealed by Ynet, the chair of "Israel Techila" was summoned to testify after she told the Supreme Court that she was required to show Benjamin Netanyahu documentation of her vote in the State Comptroller election.

The Israel Police denied today (Thursday) reports that MK Sharren Haskel was summoned to provide testimony at Lahav 433. In response to a query from C14, the police stated: "She is not here and there is no date."

The Attorney General has ordered the police to investigate a suspicion of false testimony by the Likud party. Likud members claimed they were not required to photograph themselves. MK Sharren Haskel contradicts the Likud's statements and may provide open testimony in the case.

For the first time since completing his term, former State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman appeared at the Channel 14 Security Conference, giving an exclusive interview to news anchor Miri Tabibi.

Public servants who chose not to turn a blind eye to corruption and reported it to protect the public interest have been left without protection. The current vacancy in the State Comptroller's office leaves them vulnerable to retaliation.