Thanks, cloverjo.
I was thinking along those lines for 28, but 17 still has me puzzled. I needed TEDS to fit with 60, but have now decided to refill the grid for about the fifth time.
We are certainly getting some real treats this year.
Thanks unclued.
Of all the 'notes' I considered I managed to miss 'ut'.
I had a 'transport' in mind very early on, but it doesn't fit my current grid, hence yet another refill.
Thanks cloverjo and demeter - the penny has finally dropped. This was a great puzzle - one of the best this year. It's kept me away from the housework for days!
a little help please,
after reading this thread am I correct in saying you count the A's in clue 35, B's in clue 36 etc, so A=1, B=0, if so there are no 4's (preamble says from 0 to 4) any help appreciated, as my brain is hurting.