Navigating Public Sector High Court Litigation in England and Wales

Our report, Navigating Public Sector High Court Litigation in England and Wales, offers a unique perspective on the dynamics of High Court cases from 2014 to 2024.

In collaboration with Solomonic, we have undertaken a comprehensive analysis of ten years of public sector litigation trends.

Key insights:

• Overall Trends: Discover key trends in public sector High Court litigation, with comparisons to other types of parties.
• Sector Analysis: Gain insights into how litigation dynamics differ among various public sector organisations, including central and local government, public services, regulators, and arms-length bodies.
• Data-Driven Navigation: Learn how court data can assist public bodies and their advisers in navigating dispute resolution and litigation.

This report both complements existing government analyses and also provides a deeper understanding of public sector litigation dynamics. By combining these analyses, public sector entities and those who work with the public sector can better understand litigation dynamics.

Latest update: Key trends in 2025 so far

In this update, we highlight four key insights from refreshed data for the first half of 2025 – insights that matter for anyone navigating an increasingly complex litigation environment. Discover how the landscape is evolving and what it could mean for your organisation.