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There are 2 types of Allocation Questionnaires, form N149 and N150.
 
There are 2 types of Allocation Questionnaires, form N149 and N150.
  
N149 should be issued 2 types of Allocation Questionnaires, form '''[http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/11644-allocation-questionnaires-guide-completion.html#post90319 N149 Guide here]''' for claims that are considered likely to be handled by the Small Claims Track, and '''[http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/11644-allocation-questionnaires-guide-completion.html#post90321 N150 Guide here]''' for more complex or higher value claims.
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Form N149 should be issued for claims that are considered likely to be handled by the Small Claims Track See '''[http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/11644-allocation-questionnaires-guide-completion.html#post90319 N149 Guide here]''', and form N150 for more complex or higher value claims. See '''[http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/11644-allocation-questionnaires-guide-completion.html#post90321 N150 Guide here]'''  
  
 
The '''[http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/11644-allocation-questionnaires-guide-completion.html#post90319 N149]''' is very straight forward - in fact the AQ itself, being a 'multi-purpose' document, is not really tailored to the needs of a small claims case.
 
The '''[http://www.consumeractiongroup.co.uk/forum/bank-templates-library/11644-allocation-questionnaires-guide-completion.html#post90319 N149]''' is very straight forward - in fact the AQ itself, being a 'multi-purpose' document, is not really tailored to the needs of a small claims case.

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Allocation Questionnaires - An introduction

From the moment your claim starts in the court, the emphasis will be on moving to a hearing as soon as possible.

If you have followed our guide to claiming then you will have already attempted to reach a settlement without the court's involvement but the Allocation Questionnaire is the final chance to reach settlement via discussion.

What Does Allocation Mean?

The courts recognise that all cases vary and will require different timescales for hearings. To cater for this diversity, the rules create 3 different categories of case management - TRACKS. The AQs, along with the original claim form and any defence, will help a Judge to determine the track for your case. This process is known as the allocation.

What is a Track?

The 3 case management categories are termed tracks;

Small Claims Track

  • For claim values up to £5,000 (excluding injury or housing matters)

Fast Track

  • For claim values between £5,000 and £15,000
  • Where the case can be heard in one day or less

Multi Track

  • Cases which fall outside of the above scenarios

What else Do I Need to Know?

An allocation questionnaire will be sent to both sides, but only if the defendant submits a defence.

  • You have 14 days from receipt of the AQ to return it to the court
  • Failure to meet the deadline could see your case being struck out
  • There is a fee* if your claim exceeds £1,500 in value
  • You must return payment with the form
  • Failure to pay the fee may result in your case being struck out
  • The fee is £100, but you may not have to pay if you are in receipt of certain state benefits.

See Court Fees

Do I Have the Correct Form?

There are 2 types of Allocation Questionnaires, form N149 and N150.

Form N149 should be issued for claims that are considered likely to be handled by the Small Claims Track See N149 Guide here, and form N150 for more complex or higher value claims. See N150 Guide here

The N149 is very straight forward - in fact the AQ itself, being a 'multi-purpose' document, is not really tailored to the needs of a small claims case.

Since the N150 is usually distributed for claims which are likely to fall outside of the scope of Small Claims Track, it is slightly more in-depth and has a few more sections. However, do not be worried if you receive one and your claim is under £5,000 - it could just be a mistake. There is no harm in completing one of these for smaller claims...