Frequently Asked Questions - Local Government Ombudsman Complaints

eMail: advice@lgo.org.uk | Telephone:  0845 602 1983 | Fax:  024 76820001 
Address: The Local Government Ombudsman, PO Box 4771, Coventry, CV4 0EH.

What is the Local Goverment ombudsman?

The Local Government Ombudsman is an independent person who investigates complaints about Councils.

What type of complaint can the Ombudsman investigate?

The Ombudsman can look at complaints about most Council matters including:

If your complaint has been dealt with by the Council and you remain unhappy with the way the Council has dealt with it, you can approach the Local Government Ombudsman. 

Who is my Local Government ombudsman?

The Ombudsman who deals with this Council is Ms. Anne Seex.

How do I make a complaint to the Local Government Ombudsman?

To find out more you can call the LGO Advice Team on the telephone number provided above.

The Local Government Ombudsman has a leaflet called 'Complained to the Council? Still not satisfied?' and a complaint form. You can download copies from the Local Government Ombudsman website or from the links below:

LGO - How to complain about a Council

LGO - Complaint Form

Last updated: 08 October 2008
Doncaster Council,
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