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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.

Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Blog author
Mia Ratcliffe

Why FCA rule interpretation matters in complaint handling

Rule interpretation drives inconsistent outcomes. How FCA guidance and FOS decisions affect complaint decisions and escalation exposure.

Monday, November 3, 2025
Blog author
Sue Simpson

Burnout in complaints teams: how to improve outcomes without losing staff

Burnout is rising across complaint teams. Practical ways to reduce pressure, protect timelines, and improve outcomes without losing skilled staff.

Friday, October 17, 2025
Blog author
Emma Scott

Why Merricks v Mastercard is a landmark judgment for funders

The £200m Mastercard class action settlement The Mastercard class action settlement highlights risks in mass claims, redress complexity, and the limits of legacy complaint systems.

Thursday, October 2, 2025
Blog author
Stevie Whitmore

The silent tax: Productivity loss in complaint handling

Busy work hides real cost. How coordination gaps and manual tracking slow complaint teams and what fixes the drag on productivity.

Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Blog author
Harry Mansfield

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.

Thursday, September 18, 2025
Blog author
Stevie Whitmore

Build a business case for complaint management software

Learn how to build a stronger business case for complaint management software using data, risk, customer impact, and ROI that leadership teams will take seriously.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Blog author
Marcel Lattanzio

How to choose complaint case management software

Cut through feature overload and choose complaint case management software that fits your team, your workflow and your regulatory needs.

Friday, September 5, 2025
Blog author
Emma Scott

UK redress system reforms: What regulated firms need to know

A practical breakdown of FCA, FOS, and Treasury redress reforms, including time limits, interest changes, and complaint handling impact.

Friday, August 29, 2025
Blog author
Marcel Lattanzio

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.

Friday, August 22, 2025
Blog author
Mia Ratcliffe

A practical guide for complaint case handlers. Dealing with vulnerable customers

A practical guide for complaint case handlers managing vulnerable customer complaints, with FCA aligned frameworks, conversation tools, and real case examples.

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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