The Department for Energy Security and Net Zero stated that the pension funds operated differently and it must consider the Mineworkers' Pension Scheme and the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme separately, which has led to concerns from former miners who feel excluded from refund benefits.
Dave Cradduck, a former miner, emphasized the immorality of the situation stating that the government has taken billions from both pension schemes, yet is only returning funds to the Mineworkers' Pension Scheme members, leaving those like him in a state of neglect.
Mr. Cradduck voiced his frustration, asking, "It's not their money, it's our money - we just want our own money back. Is that too much to ask?" His words underscore the desperation and urgency for redress among those excluded from the recent pension boost.
Reflecting on the government's acknowledgment of the pension fund's historical mismanagement, Mr. Cradduck remarked that despite years of campaigning and promises from previous administrations, this is the first instance of any movement toward compensation for the miners affected.
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