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Mediation policy

  • From: Civil Service HR

  • Published on: 19 January 2026
  • Last updated on: 20 January 2026

Mediation is a voluntary confidential process that allows parties resolve their conflict in a mutually agreeable way with the help of a neutral third party, a Mediator. The Mediator does not impose a solution but rather works with all parties to create their own solution.

Mediation may avoid the need for other dispute resolution methods including formal investigation of complaints and/or legal proceedings.

Mediation Information Leaflet 2021
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Mediation Policy Revised February 2021
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Organisations may request the appointment of a Mediator in circumstances where they believe Mediation may help in resolving a workplace dispute.
To request the assistance of a Mediator and/or to seek further advice/information on Mediation, please contact:
mediation@cshrhelpdesk.cloud.gov.ie

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