Investigatory Powers Tribunal

The Investigatory Powers Tribunal (IPT) is a first-instancetribunal and superiorcourt of record in the United Kingdom. It is primarily an inquisitorial court.

It hears complaints about surveillance by public bodies, primarily the intelligence services. It does not hear complaints about surveillance by private bodies.

It is a part of the Home Office but operates independently. It is also separate from the administration of the rest of the UK tribunals system.