July 10th 2018

Why Choose Mediation?

Are you unable to resolve a dispute and considering taking the case to court?

In court you hand over the decision making to the judge, whose role is to rule in matters of the law. In mediation, the role of the mediator is to work with both parties to reach a fair resolution both parties find agreeable. During this process, both parties actively contribute to proposals for resolution; very different from court proceedings.

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August 18th 2025

Meet the Team: Louisa Coulson

Louisa joined the OCCS in September 2023 as the Mediation Services Apprentice. She works in mediation support helping both clients and practices with their initial enquiries and assisting them through the first stage of the…
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August 18th 2025

National Wellness Month - Healthy Habits for Good Eye Health

The OCCS share some good tips to take care of your eye health: Balance Diet A balanced diet rich in certain nutrients is vital for maintaining good eye health. Ensure to include vitamins A, C, and E,…
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July 15th 2025

OCCS Summer Newsletter - Including the Latest Trends in Complaints

Welcome to the summer newsletter for the Optical Consumer Complaints Service (OCCS). Here we share the highlights from our 2024-25 annual report, plus the details of a case we mediated in which started with a…
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