Local Government Pension Scheme (PO-17599)

Ombudsman’s Determination

Outcome

Mr Y’s complaint is upheld and to put matters right GMPF should consider wholly afresh whether the death grant should be paid to the Estate. GMPF should also pay Mr Y £500 to recognise the distress and inconvenience caused to him.

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

Complaint summary

Mr Y disagrees with the decision of the GMPF not to award him and his wife the death in service benefit following the death of his son, and the decision to award the death grant to the Estate.