Bright Mediation Services Ltd

08/06/2024

Are you organised for the school summer holiday?

School holidays bring a change of routine. Living arrangements that work well in term-time can sometimes prove inadequate in the summer when routines change.

As accredited family mediators, we’re often asked for help by separated parents who can’t agree between themselves what will work best for the children during the long school break.

Rising stress levels: The time the children will spend with each parent during this period can be tricky to agree and, as the holidays looms, the stress levels rise.

It’s not just about who will look after the children day-to-day. You may also need to consider special arrangements for one or other parent taking the children away for a summer break.

And there may be added complications to consider, for example:

· How will any summer breaks be funded?

· How might a parent’s new partner fit into the equation?

· What role might grandparents play during the school holiday?

We can help you tailor a plan that fits your unique family circumstances, and our advice is to get in touch soon. Don’t leave it until the last minute.

Making the arrangements in good time will give certainty to both parents, bringing you peace of mind. And it means the children know what is coming in the weeks ahead.

Anyone wanting to find out more about the benefits of family mediation, please get in touch.

Melanie Robinson

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26/07/2022

There are some great points made in this article and rightly so. It is important that the relationship each parent has with their children is not decided by the way parents feel about each other.

The language in family courts is also too hostile and often makes things worse, a top judge says.

08/07/2022

Many Grandparents successfully try family mediation to work out an arrangement to see their grandchildren.

If you would like to have a discussion about how mediation works please get in touch Bright Mediation Services Ltd

[email protected]
07825 811897

Q. Do grandparents have an automatic right to see their grandchildren?

A. Unfortunately they don’t. However grandparents can apply under the Children Act to spend time with their grandchildren, but will need permission from the Court to make an application.

If you need advice on your rights as a Grandparent, please contact us today.

08/07/2022

A fantastic service

Cafcass has launched a new dedicated telephone line for children and young people to share their feedback about the help and support they have had […]

17/05/2021

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR FAMILY MEDIATION – FOR CHILDREN MATTERS

Government Mediation Voucher Scheme

If you and your ex-partner would like some assistance to sort out the practical arrangements for your children, please get in touch to see if you are eligible for this scheme.

If eligible, it provides up to £500 per mediating family to help you (children only, not finances). The scheme is limited and is available on a first come first served basis; but it is not means tested.

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07825 811897

12/05/2021

Proud to be part of the Ilkley Business Forum

Please get in touch if we can help - we support you through the practical issues that result following a separation/divorce and other family disputes ; communication, children and/or financial matters.

Melanie

07825 811897

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Bright Mediation UK

📢 Our member spotlight this week is Melanie from Bright Mediation UK.

Bright Mediation is a local business specialising in resolving family disputes and issues.

Family Mediation is a voluntary process that helps you if you are separating and/or divorcing to sit around a table and have a practical discussion – not an argument – in a safe, controlled, and professional environment.

They offer both online and face to face appointments within the local area. To get in touch with Melanie, visit her website www.brightmediationuk.co.uk

Accredited by the Family Mediation Council in all issues, Bright Mediation is trained to work with people whose relationships have broken down and to find solutions that both parties can agree on.

To get in touch with Melanie, visit her website www. brightmediationuk.co.uk

31/03/2021

ARE YOU HAVING ISSUES IN RELATION TO SEEING YOUR CHILDREN?

WOULD YOU LIKE TO DISCUSS HOW FAMILY MEDIATION CAN HELP?

ADDITIONALLY, The Ministry of Justice has developed a mediation voucher scheme, whereby a contribution of up to £500 per case/family to the mediation costs of a child arrangements case will be offered. This scheme is available NOW.

• 2,000 families to be given £500 towards costs of mediation – provided by government for the first time without a means test
• more than 70% of couples using mediation services resolved their issues outside of the courtroom
• move will help to alleviate pressures on the family courts resulting from the pandemic

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/1-million-voucher-scheme-to-help-families-resolve-disputes-outside-of-court

If you would like to discuss how family mediation can help, please get in touch. We offer everyone a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your situation.

[email protected]

07825 811897

Separating parents will be helped to avoid stressful court battles through a new million-pound mediation scheme launched by the government today (26 March 2021).