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formal complaint



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Garrett said he was not aware of any formal complaint made against him but said he asked Riley "if she could change her appointment" as Labour's numbers on the council meant it needed every vote.

From BBC Jun. 3, 2026

The spokesperson also said it had submitted a formal complaint to the BBC about the documentary.

From BBC Apr. 10, 2026

But the biggest blow so far arrived on Tuesday, when disciplinary counsel for the D.C. bar announced a formal complaint against Martin for professional misconduct.

From Slate Mar. 11, 2026

“Tactics: get Fergie to retract; hold newspapers accountable; filing a formal complaint with the Press Complaints Commission.”

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 11, 2026

We filed a formal complaint about our treatment, but it was ignored.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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