Welcome to the latest edition of our Pension Disputes bulletin.
In this edition we examine:
- the significance of the Axminster Carpets judgment when relying on discretionary forfeiture rules in GMP equalisation and other benefit correction exercises
- the impact of the new pensions criminal offences and regulatory sanctions
- the Pensions Ombudsman's guidance on member communications
- the proposed new statutory transfer conditions to help prevent pension scams, and
- the risks associated with the proposed increase in the normal minimum pension age.
We also summarise significant Ombudsman determinations and the latest position in the RPI judicial review, as well as highlighting future cases and regulatory developments to look out for.
Contact us
If you have any queries about any of the cases or other developments covered in this bulletin speak to your usual HSF adviser or contact a member of our pension disputes team:
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Samantha Brown
Managing Partner, Employment, Pensions and Incentives, UK and EMEA, London
Paul Lewis
Managing Partner, Disputes, UK and EMEA, London
Antonia Pegden
Partner, London
Dan Saunders
Of Counsel, London
Key contacts
Samantha Brown
Managing Partner, Employment, Pensions and Incentives, UK and EMEA, London
Paul Lewis
Managing Partner, Disputes, UK and EMEA, London
Antonia Pegden
Partner, London
Dan Saunders
Of Counsel, London
Disclaimer
The articles published on this website, current at the dates of publication set out above, are for reference purposes only. They do not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Specific legal advice about your specific circumstances should always be sought separately before taking any action.