This book describes how mediation is currently being developed and used in a number of areas in Scotland. Illustrated with case studies drawn from real life, it highlights the basic skills of a mediator, explores what works in different practice areas and looks at the things that different mediation approaches have in common, along with the differences between them. As a comparative guide to the different areas of mediation that are developing across Scotland, it gives an overview of the breadth and diversity of mediation in the country. It also provides an insight into the work of the Scottis ... More

This book describes how mediation is currently being developed and used in a number of areas in Scotland. Illustrated with case studies drawn from real life, it highlights the basic skills of a mediator, explores what works in different practice areas and looks at the things that different mediation approaches have in common, along with the differences between them. As a comparative guide to the different areas of mediation that are developing across Scotland, it gives an overview of the breadth and diversity of mediation in the country. It also provides an insight into the work of the Scottish Mediation Network (SMN). Each of its chapters stand alone, so readers with a particular area of interest can easily find information relevant to their particular field. The contributors to the book are all members of the Scottish Mediation Network Board, the Scottish Mediation Register Standards Board or the SMN staff team.