Courts Listings is the UK’s dedicated platform for accessing daily hearing lists from magistrates’ courts and Crown courts across England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. We provide a centralised, searchable database that makes court information accessible to everyone who needs it.
Our Mission
We believe that court proceedings should be transparent and accessible to all. Our mission is to simplify access to court listings, supporting the fundamental principle that justice must be seen to be done. By aggregating daily hearing lists from courts nationwide, we serve the public interest whilst respecting individual privacy rights.
Who We Serve
Our service benefits a diverse range of users, including:
- Legal professionals seeking case information and hearing schedules
- Journalists reporting on court proceedings and matters of public interest
- Researchers studying the justice system and legal trends
- Members of the public with a legitimate interest in court proceedings
- Support workers assisting clients with court matters
How It Works
We collect and compile daily court listings from publicly available sources across the United Kingdom. Our platform allows users to search for specific cases, courts, or hearing dates, providing quick access to information that would otherwise require visiting multiple court websites or making individual enquiries.
Each listing includes essential details such as the court name, hearing date, case reference, and parties involved, helping users plan attendance or follow proceedings of interest.
Our Commitment
Accuracy: We strive to ensure our listings are current and accurate, though we recommend verifying critical details directly with the relevant court, as schedules may change at short notice.
Transparency: All information on our platform derives from publicly available court listings. We do not create or alter court data—we simply make it more accessible.
Privacy: We understand that court proceedings can be sensitive. All names are masked. Users may request the removal of their data at any time through our privacy request tool, with no registration or identification required.
Accessibility: Our platform is designed to be straightforward and user-friendly, ensuring that anyone can access the information they need without technical barriers.
Data Sources
We source our listings from official court publications and publicly accessible records. Courts in the UK publish daily cause lists that detail scheduled hearings, and we aggregate this information into a single, searchable platform. This saves users time and effort whilst maintaining the same level of public accessibility that individual courts provide.
Legal Framework
Our service operates within the framework of UK law, including the Data Protection Act 2018, the UK GDPR, and principles of open justice. We recognise the balance between transparency in the justice system and individuals’ privacy rights, and we take our responsibilities in this area seriously.
Looking Forward
As the justice system continues to evolve, we remain committed to adapting our service to meet changing needs. We welcome feedback from our users and continually work to improve the functionality and usefulness of Courts Listings.
Get Involved
If you have suggestions for improving our service, questions about how we operate, or concerns about specific listings, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Your input helps us serve the community better.