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The complaints library

Everything you need to run a strong complaints function. Plain English explainers, step-by-step guides, and tools that make everyday work easier for handlers, managers, and senior leaders. Written by people who have run regulated teams for 20+ years.

Friday, March 13, 2026
Blog author
Stevie Whitmore

Why customer understanding and complaint handling are more connected than firms think

The FCA’s latest consumer understanding paper shows how poor communication, weak processes, and missed support needs can turn into complaints, repeat contact, and avoidable risk.

Friday, January 23, 2026
Blog author
Harry Mansfield

FOS insurance complaint trends: Uphold rates, claims handling and risk

Analyse long-term FOS insurance complaint data to understand uphold rates, claims pressure, and where complaint risk is increasing under Consumer Duty.

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Blog author
Carlos Sanchez

FCA response to the Which? super-complaint: implications for insurers and regulated firms

What the FCA response to the Which? insurance super complaint means for insurers, claims handling controls, and complaint oversight expectations.

Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Blog author
Ruby Knight

Which? files a super complaint on home and travel insurance

What the Which? home and travel insurance super complaint alleges, what the FCA must review, and what complaint leaders should watch next.

Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Blog author
Carlos Sanchez

Consumer Duty at two years: FCA digital journeys and complaints

Poor digital journeys create complaint risk. How complaint data reveals friction and supports Consumer Duty evidence.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

What is complaint case management software?

What complaint case management software does, how it works, and how regulated teams use it to improve outcomes, oversight, and compliance.

Blog author
Marcel Lattanzio