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In forceLeave required for further proceedings in relation to publication of same defamatory matter
23 Leave required for further proceedings in relation to publication of same defamatory matter
If a person has brought defamation proceedings for damages (whether in this jurisdiction or elsewhere) against any person in relation to the publication of any matter, the person cannot bring further defamation proceedings for damages against the same defendant in relation to the same or any other publication of the same or like matter, except with the leave of the court in which the further proceedings are to be brought.
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