• E-mail
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
Member Login

Scottish Mediation

Engaging positively with conflict

Call our Helpline: 0131 556 8118

  • Home
  • Why mediation?
    • What is Mediation?
    • Mediation in the Third Sector
    • Types of mediation
      • Business and Commercial
      • Community and Neighbour
      • Education
      • Equalities
      • Family
      • Family Separation and Divorce
      • Housing and Property
      • Planning and environment
      • Workplace and Employment
      • Other
    • Scottish Mediation Charter
  • Find a mediator
  • About
    • Staff
    • Board
    • Board Committees
  • Join
    • Become a member
    • Register as a mediator
  • News
    • Blog
  • Events
  • Resources
    • General
    • For members
    • For schools
  • Young Talk | Peer Mediation
    • Who are we?
    • What do we provide?
    • Who can join?
    • Peer Mediation
    • Contacts
    • Events
    • Resources
    • Young Talk Telegraph
  • Contact us

Click here for Covid-19 Mediation Service information

What is mediation?

Mediation involves an independent third party, the mediator, who helps people to agree a solution when there is a disagreement. The mediator helps parties work out what their issues and options are, then use those options to work out an agreement.Mediation is a flexible process that can be used to settle disputes in a whole range of situations such as:

  • Workplace
  • Planning and Environment
  • Contractual
  • Consumer
  • Debt
  • Family
  • Housing
  • Neighbourhood

With the help of the mediator, the parties with the dispute decide whether they can resolve things and what the solution should be. The mediator does not take sides or make judgements. The mediator will ensure that both parties get a chance to state their case, hear the other side, work through the issues that are important to them and make an agreement. Parties in mediation are in control of the solution.

Mediation is a voluntary process and only takes place if both parties agree that they want to find a solution. It is a confidential process where the terms of discussion are not disclosed to any party outside the mediation hearing. If parties are unable to reach agreement, they can still go to court if appropriate. The details of what went on in the mediation will not usually be disclosed or used at a court hearing. The costs of mediation are usually shared by the parties in dispute.

Mediation can be used in many circumstances. Mediators train and specialise in specific practice areas.

If you are unsure if your dispute fits into any of these areas, or would like further information, please contact the Scottish Mediation Helpline on 0131 556 8118.

To find a local mediation service, or a mediator who serves your area, use Find A Mediator or call the Scottish Mediation Helpline on 0131 556 8118.

Email this to someoneShare on FacebookShare on Google+Tweet about this on TwitterShare on LinkedIn

Find a Mediator

Specialities:
Areas:
Search:
scottish mediator register logo
Scottish Mediation Charter

Contact Scottish Mediation

Helpline: 0131 556 8118

18 York Place
Edinburgh
EH1 3EP

T: 0131 556 1221

E: admin@scottishmediation.org.uk

Email this to someoneShare on FacebookShare on Google+Tweet about this on TwitterShare on LinkedIn

On Twitter @ScotMediation

  • Why not check out our 'Peer Mediation - Adult Skills Training' session for those interested in delivering peer medi… https://t.co/w8FfF2vkBV About 5 hours ago
  • Businesses want to direct their energies towards recovery from Covid and growing their enterprises. Mediation can t… https://t.co/Chq71wjxmW 19th February 2021 2:45 pm
  • It’s time to upscale mediation in schools. Positive impacts to self-esteem, contribution at school and maintaining… https://t.co/cOz5dnLY4S 19th February 2021 2:40 pm
  • It’s time to upscale mediation in schools. Positive impacts to self-esteem, contribution at school and maintaining… https://t.co/KgVENsr0iK 19th February 2021 2:38 pm
  • Climate change will have massive impacts across Scotland. Mediation can help to provide locally created solutions.… https://t.co/ZBlRHGfWR7 19th February 2021 2:35 pm
  • The use of mediation could increase access to justice and relieve some of the pressure on the courts whilst enablin… https://t.co/s8fbqRsCP9 18th February 2021 2:53 pm
  • Follow us

Sign up for our newsletter

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
  • Privacy
  • Accessibility
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Sitemap

Copyright © 2021 Scottish Mediation · 18 York Place, Edinburgh, EH1 3EP · admin@scottishmediation.org.uk · T: 0131 556 1221
Scottish Charity Number SC034921 · Company Registered in Scotland SC258173
Site built by graphics.coop · Powered by WordPress