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Can soon to be ex refuse PODE report?

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Mediationconfusion
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27 Feb 25 #525419 by Mediationconfusion

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I have just had a mediation session. Soon to be ex said he cant afford a PODE report and wants to rely on CETV. He has a civil service defined benefit pension. I do not work and have no pension (caring responsibilities). He said CETV is sufficient and wants to use this. And that PODE is only needed for offsetting. We have both previously been advised to instruct PODE for PSO. Mediator said I cant force him if he refuses. And that neither of us can afford to go to court.

Can he refuse a PODE? Mediator said I should get one alone if I wanted one and he didnt but I thought the report was to inform the court and impartial and therefore costs are shared unless court orders otherwise?

Any advice gratefully received.

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