Press release – The Civil Mediation Council’s Response to the Civil Justice Council’s report ‘Compulsory ADR’ Do you remember the 2004 Halsey case that concluded parties could not be compelled by courts to take part in ADR? As of yesterday, the Civil Justice Council
Personal Injury and Mediation: A Future “Bringing a personal injury claim is a long, risky, expensive, and traumatic process for all parties.” says mediator Richard Kaye. In his experience claims are often brought following road traffic accidents, against employers or matters like the
Singapore Convention – The CMC’s response to the MoJ Consultation The Ministry of Justice has requested assistance in preparing for the upcoming General Assembly of the UN Commission on International Trade Law. Discussion will center around the Singapore Convention on mediation and three papers provided by
The Rough and the Smooth – The Ups and Downs of a Mediator’s Job “We mediators are overwhelmingly positive about our job – most of us relish the prospect of our next interesting appointment.” says mediator Sue O’Brien. But she admits there are not
MEET THE TEAM Deputy Chair Rebecca Clark The CMC’s newly appointed Deputy Chair Rebecca Clark introduces herself, gives an insight into why she applied for the role and what her priorities will be in her work for the CMC. This series introduces members
Mediation training in prison – conflict management at the sharp end What can you expect of a mediation training in prison? Mediator Colin Bourne finds himself surprised at the outcome of his three day mediation course set up as part of the prison’s violence
When Illness is seen as a battle, what should a mediator do? Is illness a battle? A fight ‘Me vs. the illness’ that can only be won or lost? Based on her own experiences as a cancer patient Jackie Elliman tries an approach that
MEET THE TEAM Finance Director Terry Renouf The CMC’s Finance Director Terry Renouf introduces himself and reflects on nearly 20 years of experience in mediation, his new role as Finance Director and the the CMC’s bright future. This series introduces members of the
How to deal with toxic workplaces Have you ever found yourself in a hostile work environment? Personalities in any workplace will occasionally clash, says experienced business psychologist and mediator Clive Lewis. But how do we prevent conflicts from escalating, destroying relationships and affecting our