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20 May 2026
Issue: 8162 / Categories: Legal News , Family , Divorce , Mediation , ADR
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Mediation voucher extension & digital tools for separating families

The Family Mediation Voucher Scheme, which gives separating families £500 of mediation, has been extended for another year

Assistance will also be provided by a series of digital tools on GOV.UK—the Child Arrangement Planner helps families agree practical arrangements for their children; the Get Help Finding a Child Arrangement Option triage service points users to suitable dispute resolution paths; and a revamp of GOV.UK content aims to make it easier for separating families to settle their disputes outside of court.

Justice minister Baroness Levitt KC said: ‘We are producing simple online tools and clear advice.’

Issue: 8162 / Categories: Legal News , Family , Divorce , Mediation , ADR
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MOVERS & SHAKERS

Harneys—Maggie Kwok & George Weston

Harneys—Maggie Kwok & George Weston

Harneys senior leadership appointments

Freeths—Keith Browne & Jim Jordan

Freeths—Keith Browne & Jim Jordan

Freeths strengthens London Construction and Engineering practice with two strategic senior hires

Anthony Collins—Laura Moss

Anthony Collins—Laura Moss

Anthony Collins announces strategic hire to deepen skills base in the social business sector

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