PSOW (Public Services Ombudsman for Wales) Resolved / Early Resolution

Hafod Housing Association

PSOW-202400284 · Housing › Repairs and maintenance (inc improvements and alterations eg. central heating / double glazing) · Decision date: 08 May 2024 · View Wandle Housing Association scorecard

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Repairs and maintenance (inc improvements and alterations eg. central heating / double glazing) : Hafod Housing Association Report Date 08/05/2024 Case Against Hafod Housing Association Subject Repairs and maintenance (inc improvements and alterations eg. central heating / double glazing) Case Reference Number 202400284 Outcome Early resolution Miss X complained that Hafod Housing Association failed to respond to her complaint regarding an outstanding repair to a door at her home.

The Ombudsman decided that there had been delays and oversights with the response which caused frustration and uncertainty to Miss X. The Ombudsman decided to settle the complaint without an investigation.

The Ombudsman sought and gained the Association’s agreement to issue its complaint response (within 3 weeks), which should include an apology and explanation for the delay and issue a redress payment of £150 in recognition of the delay and need to approach the Ombudsman.