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Universities Superannuation Scheme (PO-15052)

Complainant: Mr G
Complaint Topic: Ill Health
Ref: PO-15052
Outcome: Upheld
Appeal outcome: Upheld
Respondent: 1. Universities Superannuation Scheme Limited (USS)
2. University of Dundee (the University)
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:
Appeal: Yes

Ombudsman’s Determination

Complaint Summary

Mr G has complained that USS refused to award him ill health retirement benefits.

Summary of the Ombudsman’s Determination and reasons

The complaint is upheld against USS because it has not interpreted the Scheme Rules correctly when considering Mr G’s application for ill health retirement benefits. There is no finding of maladministration against the University, so the complaint against it is not upheld.

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