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Housing Association apologises to tenant over handling of complaint

We asked Choice Housing Association to review its Anti-Social Behaviour procedures, and to ensure its staff are aware of the importance of record keeping when conducting investigations into Anti-Social Behaviour.

Investigation Report

Business owner’s rates bill written off after Ombudsman intervention

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Complainant left frustrated and distressed after delay in processing rates bill

We concluded that a 25% cut to a complainant’s rates bill was appropriate financial redress for the problems she experienced, but asked the Land and Property Service to put in new procedures to help them trace ratepayers more effectively.

Investigation Report

Request for rates bill dropped after Ombudsman intervention

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Invest NI communicated appropriately with complainant during grant application

A man’s complaint that Invest NI failed to provide his company with adequate guidance and support during its application for a Research and Development Grant has not been upheld.

Investigation Report