PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
(21 May 2025)
Question Asked
To ask the Secretary of State for Justice, what steps she is taking to encourage higher attendance rates at the Small Claims Mediation Service.
Asked by:
Sir Julian Smith (Conservative)
Asked by:
Sir Julian Smith (Conservative)
Answer
Since the introduction of integrated mediation for small claims under £10,000 in the county courts in 2024, attendance at mediation appointments has been mandatory. As part of the litigation journey, parties are required to attend a free, one-hour mediation appointment with HMCTS’ Small Claims Mediation Service.
Where mediation is not successful, the case will progress to a court hearing.
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