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414 Pleadings—inconsistent allegations etc (1) A party may make inconsistent allegations or claims in a pleading only if they are pleaded as alternatives. (2) However, a party must not make an allegation or new claim that is inconsistent with an allegation or claim made in another pleading of the party without amending the pleading. Note Pt 2.7 (Amendment) deals with amendment of pleadings.

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