Pensions ombudsman recognised in King's New Year Honours list

Anthony Arter honoured for services to the pensions industry and charity

Jonathan Stapleton
clock • 3 min read

Pensions ombudsman Anthony Arter is among those in the financial services industry recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List 2023.

Arter - who is both pensions ombudsman and Pension Protection Fund ombudsman - has been awarded a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to the pensions industry and charity. "It was completely unexpected," he said of the award. "I felt humbled when I read and re-read the letter. I would like to thank the dedication of all my staff at The Pensions Ombudsman (TPO) and what we have collectively achieved as one team, and also everyone that has helped me in my charity work over many years, which are very special memories." Arter became pensions ombudsman in Ma...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Pensions

Triple lock has lifted state pension 14% above earnings-only level

Triple lock has lifted state pension 14% above earnings-only level

Chancery Lane analysis illustrates so-called ‘ratchet effect’

Isabel Baxter
clock 05 October 2026 • 2 min read
Three former directors sentenced in £70m pension fraud case

Three former directors sentenced in £70m pension fraud case

3,000 people defrauded

Sophia Panayi
clock 04 September 2026 • 2 min read
PIMFA warns 'further clarity' needed in FCA's proposed SIPP changes

PIMFA warns 'further clarity' needed in FCA's proposed SIPP changes

Consultation closes today

Sophia Panayi
clock 24 August 2026 • 3 min read