Notice of oral hearing: June 2017
Date:
The Pensions Ombudsman will be holding a hearing on 22 June 2017 at 10 am at Etc Venues Victoria, One Drummond Gate, Victoria, London SW1V 2QQ as part of his investigation into a complaint made against the Trustees of the Simply Tiles Ltd Directors Pension Scheme.
The hearing will be held in public. However, it would be helpful if any member of the public wishing to attend could contact us by Thursday 14 June 2017 so that the necessary security and other arrangements can be made. Attendance may not be possible otherwise. Requests or enquiries in relation to this hearing should be made to 020 7630 2200 or to enquiries@pensions-ombudsman.org.uk
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