Mediation or meditation?
After asking anyone who stood still for long enough, 'what is mediation?' it has become apparent that most people do not really know what mediation is. It is also apparent that if that question is searched online, the answer is likely to include a list of popular…
How neighbour disputes can get out of hand.
Dealing with nuisance neighbours can take over your life. Whether the dispute is over noise, boundaries, kids or shared access to driveways,…
How Do I Resolve a Dispute with my Builder or any other Tradesman?
If you have had any work carried out at your home and there is a problem which has been caused by the tradesman, you are…
A true life example of why you must try mediation.
Jack and Jill were a couple: they were young, inexperienced and naïve, yet despite the difficulties and challenges in their relationship, they were doing pretty well - Jack had a good job, Jill was attending college and working part time, they had a lovely 2 bedroom house, a car…
European Code of Conduct for Mediators
The European Code of Conduct for Mediators sets out the following principles: 1. COMPETENCE AND APPOINTMENT OF MEDIATORS 1.1 Competence Mediators shall be competent and knowledgeable in the process of mediation. Relevant factors shall include proper training and continuous updating of their education and practice in mediation skills, having regard to any relevant…
How Does Your Mediator Add Value?
Guest post by Bernard Morrow - Morrow Mediation
Most of us don't go to the symphony to watch the conductor or to a sporting event to see the referees in action but imagine the chaos without their participation. In the same vein, you're…
High Hedge Disputes and How to Resolve Them Successfully
In this article, we are going to look at the problematic subject of high hedges and what you can do to resolve disputes on this subject. There is no doubt that this is an…