Pension Ombudsman Decision

A recent Ombudsman decision in the case of Sharp has further reinforced the fact that those aged 65 years or over cannot be ‘automatically’ reduced to the lowest Band on the assumption that they no longer have an earning capacity, as suggested in HOC 46/2004.

The Ombudsman also determined that Mr Sharp’s request for a Reconsideration under Regulation 32[2] PIBR 2006 should have been granted.

Use the link for the full case determination:

Pensions Ombudsman determination to Northamptonshire Police Authroity of applicant Mr G J Sharp – The Police Injury Benefits Scheme