Unite Pension Scheme (CAS-110742-Z1H2)
Complainant: Mr E
Complaint Topic: Post retirement increases (escalation): RPI/CPI
Ref: CAS-110742-Z1H2
Outcome: Not upheld
Respondent: The Trustee of the Unite Pension Scheme
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:
Appeal: No
Ombudsman’s Determination
Outcome
I do not uphold Mr E’s complaint, and no further action is required by the Trustee.
My reasons for reaching this decision are explained in more detail in paragraphs 40 to 52 below.
Complaint summary
Mr E has complained that the value of his pension in 2021 should have been increased in line with the Retail Price Index and not the Consumer Price Index, as the salary increase negotiated for 2022 was backdated to 2021.
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