61. Is it specified that a particular institution(s) is responsible for overseeing compliance with existing rules against abuse of state resources?

'Abuse of state resources must be addressed rigorously through relevant regulations and legislation. There is an essential need to clearly define what constitutes such practices and prescribe clear penalties for breaching the established rules. The Central Elections Commission should adopt all the necessary mechanisms in order to prevent political parties from abusing with state resources such could be using public offices or state institutions resources for electoral purposes by the political parties in power.' (Source: Transparency International Albania (2013) Buying influence: money and political parties in Albania. Tirana, p. 6)

'The government should analyse the effectiveness of previous attempts to counteract the abuse of state resources and employment-related pressures on voters. It should consider establishing a transparent, independent, and inclusive body with the task and competence to act and follow up if such matters are brought to its attention in the pre- and post-electoral period. Such a structure could be replicated on the regional level and be established in due time before the next elections.' (Source: OSCE/ODIHR (2017) Republic of Albania, Parliamentary Elections, 25 June 2017. OSCE/ODIHR Election Observation Mission Final Report. OSCE/ODIHR, Warsaw”, p. 14).

No specific institution exists.