Ombudsman lacks consistency on benefit statement errors

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Contradictory rulings from the Pensions Ombudsman will leave trustees uncertain how to handle member complaints about errors in their benefit statements, lawyers warn.

Two cases in particular have thrown into question the Ombudsman's stance on whether the responsibility for catching errors lies with trustees or members. In one case in June, Mr Bore was provide...

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