Tribunal hearing centres in England and Wales
Short answer: Tribunals decide disputes in specific areas of law, such as employment, immigration and asylum, and social security benefits. They are usually less formal than courts. Find the venue named on your notice below, and bring your paperwork and photo ID.
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East Midlands
- General Regulatory Chamber · LE1 8DJ
- Mental Health Tribunal · LE1 8FR
East of England
- Watford Tribunal Hearing Centre · WD17 1HP
- Yarl’s Wood Immigration and Asylum Hearing Centre · MK44 1FD
London
- Harmondsworth Tribunal Hearing Centre · UB7 0HD
- Hatton Cross Tribunal Hearing Centre · TW14 0LS
- Taylor House Tribunal Hearing Centre · EC1R 4QU
- Upper Tribunal (Administrative Appeals Chamber) · EC4A 1NL
- Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) · EC4A 1NL
- Upper Tribunal (Tax and Chancery Chamber) · EC4A 1NL
North East
- Care Standards Tribunal · DL1 1RU
North West
Scotland
- Glasgow Tribunals Centre · G2 8GT
South East
- Ashford Tribunal Hearing Centre · TN23 1YB
- Havant Justice Centre · PO9 2AL
South West
Wales
Yorkshire and the Humber
- Bradford Tribunal Hearing Centre · BD3 7BH
Other venues
- Asylum Support Tribunal
- Blackpool Tribunal Venue
- Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal
- First-tier Tribunal (Lands Registration Tribunal)
- First-tier Tribunal (Property Chamber) - Residential Property Division
- First-tier Tribunal (Special Educational Needs and Disability)
- First-tier Tribunal (Tax Chamber)
- First-tier Tribunal (War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation)
- Leeds Tribunal Business Property Court
- London Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
- Midlands Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
- North East Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
- North West Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
- Pathogens Access Appeal Commission
- Primary Health Tribunal
- Proscribed Organisations Appeal Commission
- Rochdale Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
- Scotland Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
- South East Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
- Special Immigration Appeals Commission
- Upper Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum) Chamber - Judicial Review
- Upper Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum) Chamber Statutory Appeal
- Wales and South West Social Security and Child Support Tribunal
About tribunals
Tribunals are specialist decision-making bodies. Instead of dealing with every kind of dispute, each tribunal handles a particular area of law, and its judges and members have expertise in that area. They exist so that ordinary people can bring or defend a claim in a setting that is less formal, faster and often cheaper than a traditional court.
Common types of tribunal
| Tribunal area | What it decides |
|---|---|
| Employment | Disputes between workers and employers, such as unfair dismissal and discrimination |
| Immigration and asylum | Appeals against decisions on immigration, asylum and nationality |
| Social security and child support | Appeals about benefits and child maintenance |
| Property | Disputes involving leases, rents and housing standards |
| Tax | Appeals against tax decisions |
| Health, education and social care | Appeals about special educational needs and care standards |
Which tribunal hears your case depends on the subject of your dispute. Your notice states the name of the tribunal and the hearing centre.
What a hearing is like
Tribunal hearings are less formal than court trials. There is no jury. A judge, sometimes sitting with experienced members, listens to both sides, asks questions and decides. Judges and lawyers often do not wear wigs or gowns. The room may be a hearing room rather than a traditional courtroom, and people often sit around a table.
A typical hearing runs like this:
- You arrive, go through security and tell the clerk you are there.
- You wait until your case is called.
- The judge explains how the hearing will work.
- Each side explains its case and answers questions.
- The decision may be given on the day or sent to you in writing.
Preparing for your hearing
- Read your notice, which gives the time, address and what to bring.
- Gather all documents and evidence, with copies.
- Arrive early, with photo ID.
- Ask for adjustments, such as an interpreter or step-free access, before the day.
- Think about whether you want advice or a representative.
Hearing centres
Tribunal hearing centres are often in modern office-style buildings in city centres, and some are shared with courts. Security is normally in place. Use the venues above to check the address, and read your notice carefully, because the right building matters. Our guide to finding your courtroom and security checks explain what to expect on arrival.
Hearing lists
Tribunal lists are published on the official service. We link to it from each venue page, but we do not republish tribunal lists. If you cannot find your case, read why isn’t my case listed? and contact the tribunal named on your notice.
Watching a hearing
Many tribunal hearings are open to the public, though some are private. Read the public gallery guide, and ask the venue if a particular hearing is open.
Other directories
Courts are different from tribunals. See the county courts, Crown Courts and magistrates’ courts directories. The court finder searches everything.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a tribunal and a court?
Tribunals are specialist bodies set up to decide particular kinds of disputes, such as employment or benefits. They are usually less formal than courts and often do not need lawyers.
Do I need a lawyer at a tribunal?
Not always. Many people represent themselves, and tribunals are designed to be accessible. Advice from a solicitor or advice charity can still help.
Can I watch a tribunal hearing?
Many tribunal hearings are open to the public, but some are private, for example where sensitive personal information is involved. Ask the venue before you travel.
Is my hearing held by video?
Some tribunal hearings are held remotely. Your notice will tell you how to join, and you should test your equipment before the day.