Mediation is a sort of a structured conversation, in which a professional helps people to discuss difficult things in a safe space. A qualified mediator will keep the discussion focused on the important issues and will encourage you both to think about the future rather than the past. As a Read more…
One of the most difficult things about divorce and separation is the uncertainty and confusion people feel. Mediation can help you work out what your options are. Sometimes none of the options will be especially good ones from your point of view and that can be a difficult and unhappy Read more…
Different people use different strategies for managing conflicts. These are learned, usually in childhood, and they seem to function automatically. Often we are not aware of how we act in conflict situations. We just do what comes naturally. But we do have a personal conflict management style, and because it Read more…
The number of couples getting divorced is at the highest it has been in 5 years. Nearly 108,000 male-female couples split in 2019 – that’s up by about a fifth from the previous year. For same sex couples the number of divorces has doubled in the same time The most Read more…
Turn2Us has improved its benefits calculator. The national charity provides help and support when times are tough. Its faster and simpler to use Includes handy explanations to help users understand calculations Is now easier to return to previous calculation results Has an improved “in-work reckoner” for people looking to return Read more…
There is now an easier way to make child maintenance payments. A new 24-hour automated telephone service has been launched. It’s a free phone number: 0800 171 2345. You can pay by debit or credit card. You will also need your 12 digit customer reference number. You can also use Read more…