Including claimant data on the Register of Judgments, Orders and Fines

Closed 16 Jan 2024

Opened 21 Nov 2023

Overview

This consultation considers a proposal to amend the law to allow for the names of claimants of money judgments in the County Court and High Court to be published on the Register of Judgments, Orders and Fines in England and Wales.

The consultation seeks views on:

  • the potential benefits of including claimant names on the Register
  • any potential disadvantages and/or risks to either the claimant or defendant as a result of the publication of this data.

As part of the consultation, we have sent this consultation paper to key stakeholders.

We welcome views from users of the courts and the Register and any other organisations or individuals with an interest in the proposal.

Audiences

  • Citizens
  • Legal professionals

Interests

  • Courts
  • Debt