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Frequently Asked Questions
What are court listings?
Court listings (cause lists) are daily schedules published by HMCTS showing which cases are being heard at each court, including times, courtrooms, and judges. CauseAlert publishes these listings across all UK courts.
How do I find court hearings today?
Use the search bar and filters above to find hearings at your court. You can search by case reference, party name, or court name. Or set up alerts to be notified automatically.
How much does CauseAlert cost?
CauseAlert currently offers free access to court listings and SMS & email alerts for any court in England & Wales.
How often are court listings updated?
HMCTS typically publishes daily cause lists by 4pm the day before hearings. CauseAlert checks for updates every hour and reflects changes within 60 minutes of publication.
Which courts does CauseAlert cover?
CauseAlert covers 474 courts across England and Wales — including Crown Courts, Magistrates' Courts, County Courts, Family Courts, and Employment Tribunals. All data is sourced from HM Courts & Tribunals Service.
Do I need an account to view court listings?
No. Anyone can browse court listings, search for cases, and view court pages without signing in. You only need a free account to set up SMS or email alerts.
Can I get SMS alerts for court hearings?
Yes. Free CauseAlert accounts include SMS and email notifications. Add a case reference, party name, or court to your watchlist and you'll be notified as soon as a matching hearing is listed.
What information is included in a court listing?
Each listing includes the hearing date, time, courtroom number, presiding judge, case reference, hearing type, and parties involved. Additional details such as duration and listing notes may also be available depending on the court.
How do I find out who's in court today?
Select any court from the directory to view today's full cause list. Each entry shows case references, party names (where published), hearing times, and courtrooms. You can also search by name or case reference using the search bar above.
Can I look up someone's court case in the UK?
Yes. HMCTS publishes daily cause lists as public documents. Use CauseAlert to search by case reference, party name, or court. For historical records beyond daily cause lists, contact the court directly or search court judgments on the National Archives or BAILII.