Written questions

Small Claims: Mediation

Commons · Question 53846 · Tabled 21 May 2025 · Ministry of Justice · Official record

Answered 2 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Sir Julian Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what discussions she has had with the Small Claims Mediation Service on the introduction of mandatory mediation for small claims.

Answer

Answered by Sarah Sackman, 2 Jun 2025

The HMCTS Small Claims Mediation Service has been closely involved in the implementation of mandatory mediation for small claims in the county courts, working together with the Ministry of Justice to ensure that the service and its staff are fully prepare...