The NHS Superannuation (Scotland) Pension Scheme (PO-24292)
Complainant: Mrs N
Complaint Topic: Membership
Ref: PO-24292
Outcome: Not upheld
Respondent: 1. NHS Lothian Board (NHS Lothian)
2. Scottish Public Pension Agency (SPPA)
2. Scottish Public Pension Agency (SPPA)
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:
Ombudsman’s Determination
Outcome
I do not uphold Mrs N’s complaint, and no further action is required by NHS Lothian, or SPPA.
My reasons for reaching this decision are explained in more detail below.
Complaint summary
Mrs N has complained that she no longer holds Special Class Status (SCS), meaning that if she opts to retire at age 55, she will be subject to an early retirement reduction.
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