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Local Government Pension Scheme (PO-19182)

Complainant: Mr D
Complaint Topic: Ill Health
Ref: PO-19182
Outcome: Upheld
Respondent: Kent County Council
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:

Ombudsman’s Determination

Outcome

Mr D’s complaint is upheld and to put matters right the Council shall reconsider Mr D’s application for an ill health retirement (IHRP).

The Council shall pay Mr D £500 in recognition of the significant distress and inconvenience caused by its actions.

My reasons for reaching this decision are explained in more detail below.

Complaint summary

Mr D’s complaint concerns the Council’s decision not to award him an IHRP from deferred status.

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