Dominic Harris confirmed as new ombudsman by DWP

TPO will be led by CMS partner Harris from January next year

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Harris: “I am delighted to be appointed as the new pensions ombudsman."
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Harris: “I am delighted to be appointed as the new pensions ombudsman."

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has given its official confirmation that Dominic Harris will replace Anthony Arter as pensions ombudsman in January.

The formal announcement of Harris for the role comes after the CMS partner was successfully approved by the Work and Pensions Committee last month following a hearing to assess his suitability. ...

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