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Scottish Teachers’ Superannuation Scheme (PO-9507)

Complainant: Mr N
Complaint Topic: Death benefits
Ref: PO-9507
Outcome: Not upheld
Respondent: 1. Dundee City Council
2. Scottish Public Pensions Agency
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:

Ombudsman’s Determination

Outcome

I do not uphold Mr N’s complaint and no further action is required by the Council and the Agency.

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

Complaint summary

Mr N’s complaint, against the Council and the Agency, is about the death benefit that was paid to him in respect of his late wife’s entitlement under the Scheme.

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