Family Matters Mediation

20/12/2023

The office will be closed for Christmas from 21st December 2023 until the 2nd January 2024. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

21/12/2021

Family Matters Mediation will be closed from Wednesday 22nd December to Tuesday 4th January 2022. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all.

30/03/2021

BREAKING NEWS
The government announced on the 26th March 2021 that it is investing £1m in family mediation, to support families to resolve issues relating to children. Under the scheme the Ministry of Justice will provide contributions of up to £500 per family , to resolve issues relating to children following parental separation. Mediation will be provided by Family Mediation Council Accredited (FMCA) mediators and the fund will reduce the cost of mediation for at least 2000 families.

John Taylor ,Chair of the Family Mediation Council said This government investment in mediation is much welcomed by the Family Mediation Council. It will help separated families agree solutions that are best for their children, taking into account what is going to be important for them as they grow up. Family Mediation is a proven cost-effective way to resolve differences following separation. This voucher scheme will make it even more accessible and will help families resolve issues for themselves , without having to go to court.
Family Mediation is a process in which an independent, professionally trained mediator helps parents work out arrangements for children and finances following separation. Mediation can also be helpful when previous child arrangements need to change, particularly as children grow up.

Local family mediator Gaynor Walsh FMCA from Family Matters Mediation said I am pleased that this scheme will assist those clients that want to use mediation but cannot afford it and do not qualify for legal aid. Family Matters are delighted to be taking part in this scheme.

1. Further information about the scheme, aimed at families who may benefit , will be published here from 10am on Friday 26 March 2021:
www.gov.uk/guidance/family-mediation-voucher-scheme

2. The Family Mediation Council is a not-for-profit organisation whose aim is to promote the use of family mediation for the benefit of the public. It does not offer mediation itself. Family Mediation Council Accredited mediators meet rigorous professional standards. Find out more
www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk

3. For more information about anything contained above or family mediation in general please contact Family Matters Mediation at admin@familymattersmediation.co.uk or ring 01685 388709

18/12/2020

Christmas Holidays. Family Matters Mediation will be closing Monday 21st December and re-opening on Monday 4th January 2021. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

09/04/2020

As a result of COVID-19 we can now offer you online/Video MIAM and mediation meetings. For more information please e mail Gaynor.walsh@familymattersmediation.co.uk. Please provide contact details and we will be in touch.

24/03/2020

At Family Matters we understand that this is a difficult time for parents and we would remind all parents that their children will be concerned and confused. Parents should try to set aside any differences and work together for the benefit of their children.

It has been clarified by Michael Grove that “while children should not normally be moving between households, we recognise that this may be necessary when children who are under 18 move between separated parents. This is permissible and has been made clear in the guidance.”

24/03/2020

Family Matters are actively monitoring and responding to the evolving COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation and are following all guidance and advice issued by the UK Government and NHS. Our priority is always to protect the welfare of our employees and our clients. With this in mind, from Tuesday 24th March 2020 our offices are closed until further notice.

If you have an urgent query please message us through Facebook.

For further up to date information issued by the UK Government please click here

Find out about the government response to coronavirus (COVID-19) and what you need to do.

17/03/2020

We are now pleased to be able to offer our clients a video information meeting, if as a result of COVID-19 they are unable to attend at the office.

We will however continue to offer Face to Face MIAMs unless the Government advises us otherwise.

We kindly ask that if you are feeling unwell in any way, have travelled to any of the affected areas or have been in contact with anyone who is unwell/ has been to the affected areas, please contact the office to rearrange your appointment or discuss a video call.

13/03/2019

***DUE TO EXPANSION OUR PREVIOUS JOB VACANCY HAS BEEN UPDATED***

We are looking to recruit a full time permanent member of staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for all general administrative roles including answering the telephone, data input and face to face dealings with clients.

If you are interested in applying please forward a CV to admin@familymattersmediation.co.uk

Following the changes in the terms, the application deadline has been extended to Friday 15th. Please note all previously submitted applications are still being considered for this position.

26/02/2019

***CLOSING DATE TOMORROW (13th March)***

We are looking to recruit a full time member of staff for maternity cover for up to 12 months. The successful candidate will be responsible for all general administrative roles including answering the telephone, data input and face to face dealings with clients.

There may be an opportunity for the role to become permanent on successful completion of the maternity cover if the business need requires it, but this may be on a part time basis.

If you are interested in applying please forward a CV to admin@familymattersmediation.co.uk

01/03/2018

Due to adverse weather the office will be closed today and tomorrow. The safety of our staff and clients is our primary concern.

25/01/2018

FAMILY MATTERS ARE LOOKING TO RECRUIT

As a result of expansion Family Matters Mediation are looking to recruit a family mediator to join our team. This could be on a full/ part time basis, or on a self employed basis.

The successful candidate will have to be qualified as a mediator and be able to provide both private and publicly funded mediation.

As you are aware we cover most of South Wales so they will not need to be office based.

If you are interested in applying for this position please email your CV to admin@familymattersmediation.co.uk or post to Claire Richards, Ty Penderyn, Suite 1 and 2, 26 High Street, Merthyr Tydfil, CF47 8DP.