9. Appointment of mediator

For the purpose of conducting a mediation, there shall be one mediator unless the parties agree that there shall be two or more mediators.

The parties shall endeavour to reach an agreement on a mediator and in the event that the parties are unable to agree, the Mediation Service Provider shall appoint one or more mediators taking into consideration the nature of the dispute, the preferences of the parties and the qualifications, suitability and availability of the appointee.