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Trial date windows for the Business and Property Division

Details of dates when trials are likely to take place at the Business and Property Division of the High Court.

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HM Courts & Tribunals Service
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22 November 2016
Last updated:
1 October 2026
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Applies to England and Wales

About trial date windows

Business and property cases are usually given a 5-day window during which they are listed to start at the High Court.

Length of trial Trial held within these dates Final day for appointment to fix trial date
1 to 2 days 1 December 2026 to 26 February 2027 30 September 2026
2 to 5 days 4 May 2027 to 26 November 2027 30 September 2026
6 to 10 days 25 October 2027 to 29 February 2028 30 September 2026
Over 10 days From 11 January 2028 30 September 2026

Next available date to list an application hearing before a High Court judge:

Time estimate Next hearing date Final day for appointment to fix application date
Half a day or less 26 October 2026 30 September 2026
1 day 23 November 2026 30 September 2026
More than 1 day 14 December 2026 30 September 2026

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