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Don't leak my address: Astonishing plea from WikiLeaks boss as he tries to get bail

"WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange tried to hide his bail address from the public in an astonishing move for the man responsible for leaking thousands of diplomatic secrets.

Assange's lawyers argued that the location - a 10-bedroom stately home (emphasis mine) - should not be disclosed on grounds of privacy during yesterday's hearing at City of Westminster Magistrates' Court.But the move was dismissed by District Judge Howard Riddle, who ruled not to reveal the address would conflict with Assange's commitment to open justice."

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"It came before Assange, 39, was granted £240,000 bail, including £200,000 in cash and two sureties of £20,000 - but then had his release blocked when the Swedish authorities lodged a challenge"

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"Despite a string of millionaire and celebrity backers, who include a list of luvvies, lefties and 'internationally renowned' backers, he has yet to raise the £240,000 bail money."