Where pseudonyms have already been allocated (such as by a Royal Commission), a party seeking fresh pseudonyms for use in subsequent court proceedings must demonstrate that the absence of fresh pseudonyms would materially increase the risk to the individuals concerned. A general, unspecified assertion of risk is insufficient. The practical risk that layering additional pseudonyms may itself increase the risk of inadvertent disclosure is a relevant consideration.
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