Scotland · Local council
West Dunbartonshire Council
Covers Clydebank, Dumbarton, Alexandria, Balloch and surrounding areas.
Contact details
- Official website: www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk — use its "Contact us" and "Complaints" pages for current phone numbers and addresses.
- If you're still unhappy after Stage 2: Scottish Public Services Ombudsman (SPSO)
Stage 1 complaint
To: Complaints Team, West Dunbartonshire Council Dear Sir or Madam, I am making a formal Stage 1 complaint under the council's complaints handling procedure. My address: [your address], Clydebank, Scotland What happened: [describe the problem, with dates] What I would like the council to do: [the outcome you want] Please acknowledge this complaint and respond within the timescales set out in your complaints procedure. Yours faithfully, [Your name]
Stage 2 escalation
To: Complaints Team, West Dunbartonshire Council Dear Sir or Madam, Reference: [Stage 1 reference] I am not satisfied with the Stage 1 response dated [date] and ask for my complaint to be investigated at Stage 2. Why I remain unhappy: [explain] If I remain dissatisfied after Stage 2, I understand I can take my complaint to the Scottish Public Services Ombudsman (SPSO). Yours faithfully, [Your name]
Council housing repair request
To: Housing Repairs, West Dunbartonshire Council Dear Sir or Madam, I am a council tenant at [your address], Clydebank, Scotland. I am reporting a repair that needs attention: [describe the repair, when it started and how it affects you] Please confirm when the repair will be carried out. I can provide access on [days/times]. Yours faithfully, [Your name]
Council tax query or dispute
To: Council Tax Team, West Dunbartonshire Council Dear Sir or Madam, Account number: [account number] Property: [your address], Clydebank, Scotland I am writing about my council tax because: [e.g. incorrect band, discount or exemption not applied, wrong bill amount]. Please review my account and confirm the outcome in writing. Yours faithfully, [Your name]