Notice of oral hearing: March 2022
There will be a hearing on 9 March 2022 at 10am hosted at the offices of The Pensions Ombudsman, 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London E14 4PU as part of The Pensions Ombudsman’s investigation of complaints made by an applicant against Mr Melvyn Batchelor and Mrs Margaret Batchelor in respect of The Little Piggy Online SIPP. The Parties will be attending remotely.
The hearing will be held in public. However, it is essential that any member of the public wishing to attend contacts us as soon as possible, and in any event no later than Thursday 3 March 2022, so that the necessary 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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