Author: Paula Rathjen

A 3 Year Expedition: Rebecca Clark Reflects on her Time as CMC Chair Rebecca Clark shares her journey as CMC Chair over the past three years, highlighting significant achievements and transformative changes within the organisation and the mediation sector as a whole. Her insights provide

Commercial Mediation of Music Disputes Carl Islam's article delves into the complex nature of music disputes and the high litigation risks involved. He outlines various claims, such as breaches of contract and trust, and issues like image rights and copyright infringement. Islam highlights the uncertainty

Joint SEND Consultation Response and New Standards The CMC and the College of Mediators, supported by the Department for Education, conducted a joint consultation on proposals for reforming the SEND Mediator Standards (SMS) in 2024. The standards were under review by the SEND Mediation Panel,

Mediation and AI: Balancing Benefits and Confidentiality AI is rapidly changing how disputes are settled, making things faster and more data-driven. But there are big questions around privacy, especially in mediation. Philip Corsano's article looks at both the positives and negatives of AI in dispute

Connected Communities - Raising Funds to Tackle Community Conflict To mark the beginning of national walking month, supporters of London based community mediation charity Calm Mediation, walked 12 miles along the banks of the River Thames to raise funds and awareness about the harm and

For the Love of Mediation In today's world, mediation is everywhere, from global crises to local disputes. Written by Giselle Green for Positive News, this article delves into why mediation is so successful. Through stories and stats, Giselle highlights the power of mediation to transform

Prescribing the Resolution of Conflict in General Practice In the UK, around 40 community mediation organisations offer vital support to individuals grappling with conflict in their homes, workplaces, and neighbourhoods. Conflict also takes a toll on our health, often driving individuals to seek support in

Breaking the Ice: Effective Communication in Neighbourhood Disputes Explore community conflict with mediator Sarah Bays from Montage Mediation. Sarah explores the complexities of disputes between neighbours, highlighting the impact of poor communication on fractured relationships. With empathy and precision, she outlines practical steps for initiating

A Mediator's Dilemma: Navigating Legal and Ethical Crossroads WRITTEN BY PATRICK SCOTT In mediation, an unforeseen ethical dilemma can force the mediator to navigate complex legal and moral decisions. Consider a scenario where two people's dispute over a car lease unexpectedly uncovers an unlawful agreement.