Pensions Ombudsman

Brexit is likely to reduce the urgency from trustees to take action on guaranteed minimum pensions (GMP) equalisation according to Anna Rogers.

Freedom and choice has helped fuel an 18% increase in complaints to the Pensions Ombudsman (PO) over the last year, according to its annual report and accounts.

Schemes can do more to speed up the resolution of complaints by implementing one-step internal dispute resolution procedures according to the Pensions Ombudsman.

The Pensions Ombudsman Anthony Arter has confirmed he will defend against appeals if he believes it is in the public interest.

The Pensions Ombudsman Service has started publishing adjudicators' opinions and formal Ombudsman determinations in a bid to be more open, transparent and accountable to the public.

The top stories this week were a decision from the Ombudsman, trustees at BHS and M&S announcing proposals to close its DB scheme to future accrual

The ombudsman's ruling in favour of the trustees and sponsor in the Kingfisher Pension Scheme case could have huge implications for future cases, writes Michael Klimes

The Pensions Ombudsman Service has added an online application option to its complaints procedure.

The Pensions Ombudsman Service has launched two videos setting set out practical advice for members on making a formal complaint about their scheme.

The landmark ruling could put trustees in a very difficult position and endanger members