Updated Customer Complaints Policy

April 20, 2026 Strategic Director of Communities (Officer) Key decision Approved View on council website

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Summary

The Strategic Director of Communities approved updated recommendations for the Customer Complaints Policy on 20/04/2026. The policy was updated to comply with Housing Ombudsman requests. Changes include clarifying that the word 'complaint' is not required for concerns to be treated as such, and specifying that all final responses will be provided in writing or by email unless otherwise agreed.

Full council record

Decision

Minor updates to policy to comply with Housing Ombudsman requests

Reasons for the decision

to ensure compliance with Housing Ombudsman following audit - actioned from 1 May 2026

Alternative options considered

n/a

Supporting Documents

summary doc settling out changes.pdf

Details

OutcomeRecommendations Approved
Decision date20 Apr 2026