Dear [Supervisor/Manager's Name], I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to apologize for my tardiness this morning and would like to provide you with an explanation for the delay. Please accept my sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused. The reason for my tardiness today was due to unexpected traffic congestion on [name of the route/road]. Despite leaving my house at my regular time, a major accident caused significant delays in the morning traffic flow. Unfortunately, this was beyond my control and I deeply regret not being able to arrive at the office on time. I understand the importance of punctuality and I strive to adhere to the company policies regarding timeliness. I assure you that this is an isolated incident, and I am committed to being punctual in the future. To prevent a similar occurrence, I have taken steps to minimize the likelihood of being affected by traffic issues, such as seeking alternative routes and allowing for extra travel time. I genuinely value my position at [company name] and the trust you have placed in me. I assure you that this incident will not happen again, and I will make every effort to ensure that I am punctual in the future. Furthermore, I take full responsibility for my tardiness, and I am more than willing to make up for any lost time by working through my lunch break or staying later today. Thank you for your understanding and consideration. I can assure you that my commitment to the job remains steadfast, and I will take immediate actions to prevent any further tardiness. I sincerely apologize once again and appreciate your understanding and support. Yours sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Employee ID/Designation] Keywords: Connecticut, sample letter, reason for tardiness, apology, traffic congestion, unforeseen circumstances, accident, punctuality, isolated incident, alternative routes, travel time, commitment, lost time, make up, responsibilities, understanding, support.
Para su conveniencia, debajo del texto en español le brindamos la versión completa de este formulario en inglés. For your convenience, the complete English version of this form is attached below the Spanish version.