If you're dismissed on disciplinary grounds and convicted of an offence involving theft or fraud of public funds, the Schemes regulations allow us to withhold retirement benefits.
Your employer can seek recompense where a loss to public funds occurs as a result of your:
- crime
- negligence
- fraudulent act or omission
We can withhold up to the amount of the loss from any benefits due including:
- immediate entitlement to a pension and lump sum
- preserved benefits
- a return of contributions
- a transfer payment
The loss will be recovered directly by your employer. This will either be with the agreement of you or by applying for a court order.
You can read more information about dismissal on our website.