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F. Hinds Pension Scheme (PO-8302)

Complainant: Mrs R
Complaint Topic: Death benefits
Ref: PO-8302
Outcome: Not upheld
Respondent: 1. Trustees of the Scheme
2. F. Hinds Ltd
Type: Pension complaint or dispute
Date:

Ombudsman’s Determination

Ombudsman’s Determination and reasons

I do not uphold Mrs R’s complaint and no further action is required by either the Trustees or the Principal Employer.

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

Complaint summary

Mrs R complained that the Trustees have declined to pay her a spouse’s pension from the Scheme, following the death of her husband.

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