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Complaints Procedure

We are committed to providing an excellent service. If something goes wrong, we want to hear about it so we can put it right.

Last updated: February 2026

Our Commitment

At nuPharma, we strive to deliver the highest standard of pharmacy services and customer care. However, we recognise that things can sometimes go wrong. We take all complaints seriously and view them as an opportunity to improve our service.

Our complaints procedure is designed to be fair, transparent, and thorough. All complaints are handled confidentially and will not affect the quality of care or service you receive from us.

How to Make a Complaint

You can submit a complaint through any of the following channels:

By Phone

01234 567 890

Mon–Fri 9am–6pm

By Post

Complaints Manager
nuPharma Ltd
123 Pharma Lane
London EC1A 1BB

When making a complaint, please provide as much detail as possible, including:

  • Your full name and contact details
  • Your order number (if applicable)
  • A clear description of the issue
  • The date the issue occurred
  • What outcome you are seeking

Our Response Process

We follow a structured process to ensure every complaint is handled thoroughly:

1

Acknowledgement

We will acknowledge your complaint within 2 working days of receipt. You will receive a confirmation with a reference number and the name of the person handling your complaint.

2

Investigation

We will investigate the complaint thoroughly, reviewing relevant records and speaking with any staff involved. We may contact you for further information during this process.

3

Resolution

We aim to provide a full response within 20 working days of receiving your complaint. If the investigation requires more time, we will contact you to explain the delay and provide an updated timescale.

4

Outcome

Our response will include a summary of the investigation findings, any actions we have taken or plan to take, and details of how to escalate the complaint if you are not satisfied with the outcome.

Escalation

If you are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to escalate your complaint to the appropriate external body:

General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)

For complaints relating to pharmacy practice, the conduct of a pharmacist, or the standards of a registered pharmacy, you may contact the GPhC:

General Pharmaceutical Council
25 Canada Square
London E14 5LQ

Phone: 020 3713 8000
Website: www.pharmacyregulation.org

Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman

For general complaints about the service you received that are not related to professional pharmacy practice:

Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman
Millbank Tower
Millbank, London SW1P 4QP

Phone: 0345 015 4033
Website: www.ombudsman.org.uk

Record Keeping

We maintain a record of all complaints received, including the nature of the complaint, the investigation conducted, the outcome, and any improvements made as a result. These records are reviewed regularly by our Superintendent Pharmacist to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Complaint records are retained in accordance with our Privacy Policy and relevant pharmacy record-keeping requirements.

Contact Us

We would always prefer to resolve any concerns directly. If you have a question before making a formal complaint, please feel free to contact our team:

nuPharma Ltd
123 Pharma Lane
London EC1A 1BB

General enquiries: help@nupharma.co.uk
Complaints: complaints@nupharma.co.uk
Phone: 01234 567 890