Said Tanya: “Reporting ban applications are consistently being sought in cases such as the charges before the court, more often than not without procedures being adhered to, despite the Judicial Studies Board publishing refreshed guidance in 2019.

“This is grossly impacting on open justice and creates disparity among defendants appearing in court, given the near constant attempts to keep alleged sexual cases anonymous, generally because of threats to self-harm.

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It is crucial to ensure transparency and adherence to procedures in court cases, especially when it comes to reporting bans. Failure to follow established guidelines can indeed compromise open justice and lead to inequalities among defendants. This issue highlights the need for consistent application of the law to uphold fairness and accountability in legal proceedings.