Abatement (Pensions) meaning

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Entries in this tracker are arranged by topic in alphabetical order. You can locate these topics in the Table of Contents to the left of the page. WARNING: Although the Pensions Ombudsman’s determinations provide helpful guidance, they are not binding precedents for the same Pensions Ombudsman or any successor. Judgments of the court are binding on the Pension Ombudsman, unless the factual position can be distinguished. For key themes drawn from recent Pensions Ombudsman determinations, see Practice Note: The Pensions Ombudsman—key themes from the determinations. Abatement PO reference: [PO-25374] PO news report: 5 November 2021 Parties: Complainant—Mr E; Respondent—Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service Scheme: Firefighters’ Pension Scheme 1992 The Pensions Ombudsman upheld a complaint that a public sector pension scheme misapplied an abatement rule on a member’s re-employment...