Written Question·Ministry of Justice·UIN 101743

Mediation

Tabled: 2 January 2026

Answered: 19 January 2026

Question

Sir Julian Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, in the context of trends in levels of success of mediation for claims under £10,000, whether he has considered the expansion of mediation for higher value claims.

Answer

Sarah Sackman

The Government recognises the benefits of mediation in resolving disputes swiftly and consensually.Mandatory mediation for small money claims below £10,000 is now integrated into the county court process, saving time and costs. A formal evaluation will be...

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