Pensions ombudsman recognised in King's New Year Honours list

Anthony Arter honoured for services to the pensions industry and charity

Jonathan Stapleton
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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...

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