Paragraph 33 Death gratuities – dependents

(1)

This paragraph applies in relation to a transition member with continuity of service who dies as a deferred member or pensioner member of this scheme if—

(a)

the death results from an injury received in the execution of duty; or

(b)

the member dies within 2 years of becoming entitled to the member's retirement pension.

(2)

The scheme manager may in its discretion grant a gratuity under both this scheme and the 2006 scheme if the conditions for payment are met under both—

(a)

regulation 164 (death gratuities – dependants); and

(b)

regulation 41 of the 2009 Regulations (death gratuities – dependants).

(3)

The scheme manager may grant a gratuity under both this scheme and the 1988 scheme if the conditions for payment are met under both—

(a)

regulation 164; and

(b)

regulation E2 of the 1988 Regulations.