Apologizing for a delay in answering a complaint

Miss P Jones 66 River Way
Ottawa - Canada

Dear Miss Jones,
I have your letter of 1 March. I am very sorry that your previous letters have gone unanswered. I must confess that I personally never received them. I am currently investigating the reason for this.
I note that you took delivery of our model PC200 and that the User's Manual was not included in the package.
I have dispatched the Manual under separate cover. It should reach you within 10 days.
I apologize for our original error and the unfortunate delay in answering your complaint.

Yours sincerely,

Useful phrases
Line 1
I am very sorry that your previous letters have gone unanswered.
Line 2
I am currently investigating the reason for this.
Line 8
I apologize for our original error and the unfortunate delay in answering your complaint.
Notes
Para. 1
Acknowledge the complaint.
Para. 2
Refer to the missing goods.
Para. 3
Say what action you have taken.
Para. 4
Apologize for the error and the delay.

Comments
The letter politely accepts the complaint. The company apologizes and takes steps to remedy the problem.

Alternative phrases
Line 1      ... that we have not answered your letters.
Line 2      At the moment, I am investigating . . .
Line 4      ... that we did not include the User's Manual . .
Line 6      I have sent you ...
Line 6      You should receive it. . .
Line 8      Please accept my apologies for . . .





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