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Universities Superannuation Scheme (PO-5467)

Complainant: Mrs B
Complaint Topic: Ill Health
Ref: PO-5467
Outcome: Upheld
Respondent: 1. Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS)
2. University of Cambridge (the University)
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:

Complaint summary

Ms B has complained that USS and the University refused to award her ill health retirement benefits from active service.

Summary of the Ombudsman’s Determination and reasons

The complaint should be upheld against both the University and USS as I have found maladministration in their consideration of Ms B’s retrospective application for ill health retirement benefits from active service.

 

 

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