Landmark ruling means former cavalry officers husband will enjoy the same pension rights as a widow wouldA homosexual former cavalry officer has won a legal battle to supply his husband with equal pension rights in a landmark discrimination case at the supreme court.
The unanimous judgment,which could benefit thousands of couples, will ensure that should John Walker die first, or his partner will have access to an income of approximately £45000 a year for life. It may also impose unexpected liabilities on pension funds.
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Source: theguardian.com