When completing a court form — particularly one relating to time limits, extensions, or permission to proceed — Question 10 (“What information will you be relying on in support of your application?”) can feel daunting. Many people worry about whether they must disclose everything, how much detail is needed, and whether sensitive information such as medical evidence must be included. A clear understanding of what the court expects can help you complete this section confidently and effectively.
Understanding the issue or context
You are completing a court form and Question 10 asks what information you will rely on. You are unsure whether this means all your medical reports, all correspondence, and all attempts you made to obtain help.
This is a common concern, especially when the application relates to:
- missed deadlines
- mental health impacts
- difficulties accessing legal advice
- delays outside your control
Providing the right level of information is important because the court uses it to decide whether your application has merit.
The legal rules or framework
Purpose of Question 10
The court must understand why you are asking for the order or extension and what evidence supports your explanation. This section tells the judge:
- what documents you have
- what facts you rely on
- how those documents support your position
The court is not expecting full argument here — simply a clear list of the evidence you will be attaching.
Evidence that is relevant
You should rely on documents that help the court understand:
- your medical condition, and how it affected your ability to act or meet deadlines
- your attempts to obtain help, such as letters or emails to organisations
- responses (or lack of responses) showing you made reasonable efforts
- any timeline information, such as when symptoms worsened or when support was unavailable
The court is interested in evidence that makes sense of why the delay occurred and why your application is reasonable.
Practical steps to take (step-by-step guidance)
- List each category of evidence clearly
For example:- Medical evidence
- Correspondence with legal organisations
- Notes of attempts to seek help
- Any supporting statements
- Timeline documents
- Only include evidence that is relevant to your explanation
Do not worry about including irrelevant paperwork.
Focus on documents that help answer:
Why was I unable to act sooner? - Reference documents by description, not detail
For example:- “Medical report from Dr X dated… addressing my mental health during the relevant period.”
- “Email correspondence with [organisation] showing unsuccessful attempts to obtain advice.”
- Attach copies of the documents you list
The court must be able to see the evidence you refer to. - If evidence is sensitive
You can still include it, because the court treats such documents confidentially.
You may write:- “Medical evidence — sensitive information enclosed.”
- Avoid over-disclosure
More is not always better.
Include everything relevant, but do not overload the court with unnecessary records.
Common pitfalls to avoid
- Writing too little
Saying only “I will rely on medical evidence” is not enough. Be specific about what types of documents you are including. - Writing too much detail
You do not need to summarise the content of each document — the court will read them. - Leaving out correspondence
Attempts to seek help often strengthen an application. - Forgetting to attach the documents
Listing evidence without attaching it can delay or weaken the application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to disclose all my medical reports?
Only the reports that are relevant to the period and the issue you are explaining.
If you have multiple reports but only a few relate to the timeframe or the impact on your ability to act, use those.
Should I include emails from organisations that didn’t help me?
Yes. These demonstrate that you made reasonable attempts to get assistance.
Do I need to explain each document in detail?
No. Question 10 requires a list, not a full argument.
Can I mention evidence I will obtain later?
You may say:
“Further evidence may be supplied if requested by the court.”
But attach all available documents now.
Will the court see my medical information?
Yes, but it is treated confidentially and not disclosed to parties without proper legal basis.
What if I am worried I will miss something?
Attach what you have now.
If the court needs more, they will tell you.
Conclusion
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