UK Mediation Conference 2026
About this Event
Join us for the UK’s premier workplace conflict management event, where HR professionals, leaders, and experts in ADR will come together. Presented by Acas and Iconic Media Solutions, this event offers 6 CPD hours.
UK Mediation Conference will be held on June 30th 2026, with the goal of fostering collaboration between mediators and the individuals who utilise mediation services in the workplace.
This industry-leading event will delve into the conflict resolution journey, presenting compelling evidence for a less formal approach. Delegates will gain insights into successful practices and learn practical mediation skills and techniques. Networking opportunities will allow them to connect with leading academics, mediation providers, and Acas experts, fostering collaborative efforts to enhance workplace environments.
Current sponsors include CEDR, CMP, IPOS Mediation, The Mediation Company, Mediator Locator, Resolution at Work and Sheridan Worldwide with more to be announced soon.
Delegate Package includes:
- Access to the conference and exhibition zone (full day)
- Coffee on arrival and breaks, lunch and champagne reception
- Networking opportunities at breaks and throughout the day
- Free online subscription to UK Mediation Journal (4 issues)
- Earn 6 CPD hours
Virtual Package includes:
- Access to the conference livestream
- Access to the videos for 30 days post conference
- Free online subscription to UK Mediation Journal (4 issues)
- Earn 6 CPD hours
Delegate passes are available by clicking here, if you'd like to enquire about group bookings please email [email protected].
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:50 AM
Keynote
Info: Kevin Rowan, Director of Dispute Resolution, ACAS
🕑: 09:50 AM - 10:30 AM
Busting the silos. A systemic approach to mediation across teams
Info: David Liddle, Chief Executive, The TCM Group
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Mediation as an Organisational Capability – From Concept to Culture
Info: CEDR
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Refreshments & Networking
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
How distinctive cultures are built through behaviour
Info: Amrit Sandhar, CEO and Founder, &Evolve
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:20 PM
Human Rights Discrimination in the Workplace
Info: Afsana Gibson-Chowdhury, Mediator, Lawyer, GC Mediation and Training Ltd
🕑: 12:20 PM - 01:00 PM
Keeping Britain Working - Feeling the fear and doing it anyway
Info: Caroline Sheridan, Tracey Fox, David Whincup
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:40 PM
The Untouchables - when mediation goes to the dark side...
Info: Liz Rivers, Mediator, IPOS Mediation
Jane Gunn, Mediator, IPOS Mediation
🕑: 02:40 PM - 03:10 PM
Evaluating Online Mediation: Back of the Net orOver the Crossbar?
Info: Stuart Lawrence, Founder, Mediatior Locator
🕑: 03:10 PM - 03:40 PM
Reflective Practice: The Inner Work of the Mediator
Info: Michael Jacobs & Owen Bubbers-Jones, CMP Solutions
🕑: 03:40 PM - 04:00 PM
Refreshment & Networking
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:30 PM
Beyond Two Parties: The Practice and Pitfalls of Group Mediation
Info: Trish Hewitt, CEO, Resolution at Work
🕑: 04:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Beyond mediation: why workplace conflicts need repair, not just resolution
Info: Leah Brown, The WayFinders Group
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:40 PM
Setting up a workplace mediation scheme
Info: Hosted by Emma McLean with panelists Joanna Nunn and guest TBC
🕑: 05:40 PM - 06:00 PM
Closing Comments
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 150.00 to GBP 210.00
