Where multiple respondents are represented by the same counsel and there is no conflict of interest between them, security for costs on appeal should be assessed by reference to one set of costs (solicitor and counsel), not separate costs for each respondent. Investments held in a superannuation fund do not constitute assets against which a costs order can be effectively enforced for the purposes of security for costs applications.
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