Courts, arbitral centres and mediation providers should collaborate: Chief Justice of England & Wales Sue Carr at LDIW

Lady Chief Justice of England and Wales, Sue Carr, advocates for integration and collaboration in London's dispute resolution landscape during the ongoing London International Disputes Week. She emphasizes the synergy between negotiation, arbitration, and litigation for effective dispute resolution. \r

Praising London's mediation legacy and citing reforms to the UK Arbitration Act of 1996, she underscores the importance of a unified approach among ADR providers and the judiciary. Lady Carr predicts increased judicial involvement in mandating ADR and suggests comprehensive judicial training. She proposes a London Dispute Resolution Committee to foster collaboration and ensure global leadership. \r

With references to global best practices like SIFoCC, she envisions a more cohesive and resilient dispute resolution framework for London.