Hi I'd say that the important things are: to apologise; to say why the delay has occurred; how long it is likely to go on for; what action I am taking; and some assurance ... Dear Mr Collins I'm sorry that the new furniture has not arrived. Unfortunately, one of our suppliers - usually reliable - has let us down.
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