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Juliette Dalrymple The government has announced that it is investing £1 million in family mediation to help separating families resolve issues relating to children. Under the scheme, a family can access up to £500 in funding if they use a mediator accredited by the Family Mediation Council Accredited (FMCA).  The government expects the investment to reduce the cost of mediation for at … [Read more...]

Back in 2019, when Adele first announced that she was to divorce then husband, Simon Konecki, we suggested that mediation could be the best way forward for her as she wanted to keep the details of her divorce private and protect her son, Angelo. Now, we are delighted to see that she has done exactly that. The BBC has reported that Adele's divorce is now finalised, but much of the detail is … [Read more...]

Here at Family Matters, we understand that now is a very difficult time for everyone, especially those who are going through a divorce or separation.  The third lockdown has meant a setback for those who were getting used to a more normal way of life and who thought that they may be able to move forward with their separation issues.  Our ‘new normal’ appears to be online … [Read more...]

Family Matters staff were delighted to be joined by so many fellow mediators and other professionals at its virtual coffee morning today. The event was held in support of Family Mediation Week which aims to raise awareness of mediation and how it can help separating families manage their issues collaboratively and productively. Family Matters' director and mediator, Juliette Dalrymple, … [Read more...]