N149/N150/N151 Allocation Questionnaire
Allocation questionnaires are sent to both parties when a claim is disputed. The court uses these forms to determine which track your case should follow and where it should be heard.
N149 Allocation Questionnaire
About Allocation Questionnaires
The N149/N150/N151 forms are sent to both parties if the claim is going to be disputed. The court uses the filled in forms to determine how the case should be allocated (i.e. which track and where the case should be heard).
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Details on how to fill in allocation questionnaires are provided in our defended claims guide.
View Defended Claims Guide →Understanding Court Tracks
The court system uses three different tracks to manage cases based on their value and complexity. Your allocation questionnaire response helps the court decide which track is most appropriate:
Small Claims Track
Up to £10,000
Simple claims, informal hearings, limited costs
Form: N149A
Fast Track
£10,000 - £25,000
Standard procedure, fixed trial timetable
Form: N149B
Multi-Track
Over £25,000
Complex cases, flexible case management
Form: N149C
When You'll Receive an Allocation Questionnaire
• After a defence is filed: When the defendant disputes the claim
• Both parties receive forms: Claimant and defendant both complete questionnaires
• Deadline for return: You must return the form by the date specified by the court
• Fee may be required: For claims over £1,500, the claimant may need to pay an allocation fee
Download Allocation Forms
The links below will take you to the official forms on GOV.UK. The specific form you receive depends on which track the court proposes for your case:
Form N149A
Small ClaimsNotice of proposed allocation to the small claims track
For claims up to £10,000 that will follow the small claims procedure
Form N149B
Fast TrackNotice of proposed allocation to the fast track
For claims between £10,000 and £25,000 following standard procedure
Form N149C
Multi-TrackNotice of proposed allocation to the multi-track
For complex claims over £25,000 requiring individual case management
What to Include in Your Response
Essential Information:
- • Case details and your role (claimant/defendant)
- • Witnesses you intend to call (if any)
- • Expert evidence you want to use
- • Whether you want a hearing or paper-only decision
- • Preferred location for hearings
- • Any disabilities or special requirements
Important Considerations:
- • Be honest about case complexity
- • Consider costs implications of different tracks
- • Think about time and travel for hearings
- • Submit within the court's deadline
- • Keep copies of all documents
What Happens After Submission
After both parties return their allocation questionnaires, the court will:
1. Review all responses and case details
2. Decide on the appropriate track for your case
3. Issue directions for how the case will proceed
4. Set dates for any hearings or deadlines
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Track Summary
Key Points
- • Both parties must complete
- • Deadline set by court
- • Determines case track
- • Fee may be required (£1,500+)