Mediation
Commons · Question 101743 · Tabled 2 Jan 2026 · Ministry of Justice · Official record
Answered 19 Jan 2026
Question
Asked by 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
Answered by Sarah Sackman, 19 Jan 2026
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...