As regards the guarantee sum, the Ombudsman considered that the Commission was fully entitled — and even obliged — to take measures to protect the Community’s financial interests when entering into contracts.
Tagatissumma suhtes leidis ombudsman, et komisjonil on täielik õigus – ja isegi kohustus – võma meetmeid kaitsmaks lepingute sõlmimisel ühenduse finantshuve.