Mediation

Question 1

What is mediation?

Answer 1

A mediator helps parties reach a solution

Question 2

Is it confidential?

Answer 2

yes

Question 3

What basis is it conducted on?

Answer 3

‘without prejudice’ basis

Question 4

Can the mediator make a decision?

Answer 4

No, they have no decision-making authority / cannot impose a resolution on the parties

Question 5

Is mediation binding?

Answer 5

not generally