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Local Government Pension Scheme (PO-2278)

Complainant: Mr Hassett Auguste
Complaint Topic: Interpretation of scheme rules/policy terms
Ref: PO-2278
Outcome: Upheld
Appeal outcome: Upheld
Respondent: Ascham Homes Limited
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:
Appeal: Yes

Complaint summary

Mr Auguste has complained that Ascham Homes Limited (Ascham) improperly rejected his application for early payment of his pension on the grounds of business efficiency.

Summary of the Ombudsman’s determination and reasons

The complaint should be upheld against Ascham because its decision was perverse.


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