South Tyneside County Court and Family Court

South Shields, NE33 1RG
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Address & Directions

Millbank Secretan Way Tyne & Wear South Shields NE33 1RG

Services Available

Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner
Divorce hearings
Domestic abuse
High Court cases – serious or high profile criminal or civil law cases
Housing
Money claims
Benefits

Opening Hours

Court open

Monday to Friday

9am to 5pm

Counter service by appointment only

10am to 2pm (cashless office in operation)

Accessibility & Facilities

Parking

There are no public parking facilities available at the building. Public transport is available to the building via the bus and metro Interchange.

Accessibility Features

Disabled access
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network (Lanyards available on request)
Assistance dogs are welcome
Hearing Loop
Security arch
Public toilets
Disabled toilet
Interview room
Baby changing facility
Wireless network connection
Assistance dogs welcome
Sunflower scheme available

Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement)

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Contact Information

Phone Numbers

Enquiries (National Contact Centre for Civil & Family Court - Monday to Friday 8:30am -5pm)

0300 123 5577

Enquiries (Divorce Contact Centre - Monday to Friday 10am - 6pm)

0300 303 0642

Additional Services

Professional Access Scheme

This court participates in the scheme

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Languages

English

Interpreting Services

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