Compact Mediation Scheme
The Compact Mediation Scheme offers a neutral mediator's service to
help resolve disputes related either to the letter or the spirit of the
Compact.
The government appointed CEDR Solve, a recognised leader in the field of
dispute resolution, to operate the Scheme.
The Scheme is completely independent and open to both government and the
voluntary and community sector. Mediation can be taken up at any stage, and
can be effective at an early stage when a dispute first arises, preventing
a relationship from deteriorating. The majority of mediation leads to a
rapid and binding solution (about 80% of mediations settle in one day).
Under the Compact Scheme, mediation is:
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voluntary – both sides must agree to go to mediation
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private and confidential
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affordable and cost-effective
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conducted by a fully trained professional mediator.
The Scheme is accessible to voluntary and community sector organisations
and Government departments, Government Offices for the Regions in England,
Executive Agencies and Non-Departmental Public Bodies (NDPBs).
Access to the Scheme is also an option for dealing with disputes relating
to Local Compacts between the sector and local public sector bodies
(including NDPBs acting as local delivery agents).
CEDR Solve will consider both new and existing complaints, providing
initial advice on whether the Scheme can assist in a dispute. In some cases
they may suggest alternative means of resolution if appropriate.
For more information visit the CEDR website [External
website].
