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Complaining by phone

When telephoning to complain about goods or services, remember the following tips to help explain the problem and get it resolved.

If you complain on the telephone:

  • Make a note of what you want to say
  • Have receipts and any other documents handy
  • Get the name of the person you speak to
  • Note the date and time and what is said
  • Follow up your call with a letter, particularly if your complaint is serious.

Use our template letters to help you include everything you need.


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Take extra care at street markets, car boot sales, pubs and computer fairs, you may not be able to contact the trader after you have bought the goods.

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