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Written question asked by Lisa Smart (Liberal Democrat) on Tuesday, 10 February 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 12 February 2026. It was answered by James Murray (Labour) on Tuesday, 17 February 2026 on behalf of the Treasury.


Treasury: Pensions Ombudsman

Question

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether officials from HM Treasury who are providing support to the pensions Ombudsman have any involvement in the investigation of complaints concerning pension schemes for which HM Treasury has policy responsibility; and what steps are taken to avoid any actual or perceived conflicts of interest.

Answer

No officials from HM Treasury are currently seconded to The Pensions Ombudsman and therefore there is no involvement of HM Treasury officials in its casework.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
112314
Session
2024-26
Subjects
Complaints Conflict of interests Pensions Pensions Ombudsman Treasury
Link
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