How to complain to the Council
Situations outside the complaints process
Below are some situations that we are unable to deal with under the complaints process:
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	A request for action. This can include requesting a service for the first time or reporting a defect for the first time. 
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	Matters dealt with under a separate appeal route or where a legal process is available, such as a formal appeal or review of our decision. 
 
There are also some things we are unable to change and they are:
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	If our actions are required by law or national policy 
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	If our actions were determined properly in accordance with our policies and procedures. For example, planning, licensing and cabinet decisions. 
