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For complaints regarding a UK Locksmith/Service such as overcharging, complete the contact form below.
We are the UK’s Largest Locksmith Association – our team can advise on what to do next if you’ve been overcharged. Also see our advice on overcharging here
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We will ensure the right action is undertaken to ensure the complaint is resolved in line with our standard complaints procedure, a formal complaint against a member must be put in writing.
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We would advise you contact trading standards with details of your complaint and if required your local MLA Approved Locksmith may be able to assist with equivalent quotes/details of the work you required.
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We strongly recommend you contact your local MP to let them know about your experience with the locksmith and to express your concerns regarding the lack of regulation and monitoring in the industry.
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If you think you have been overcharged our below guides should help, or prevent overcharging in the future:
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