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Thanks Brendan. Is 1 dn then an eastern country. Still don't get the 4 letter word in reverse around the H.

The four letter synonym for back is not reversed

No Barny, the word is not reversed, it's literally a synonym for "back".

Not the easiest puzzle, I agree. But some brilliant moments. 22a,16 d is an absolute gem (and a reminder of just what a toe-rag his lordship is).

Hi Jack, agreed, but at least he's got his "fragrant" wife (see judge's comments) for company :-)

I need some help please

24,3d Beauty bedding a fit provider of social service (10)
I have C?S??O???R

and

6D Light fluffy rice inspiring old maestro (10)
I have ?H???i????

Any hints please

I'm more glad than ever that I threw this one away!
24 a loose slang for "beautiful person" around A and 3 letters I can't parse! Def "provider of social service"

24 c a sew orker

Hi Hwel,

6d def is Light. Anag of rice around an old maestro.

6 definition is light

Anagram of rice round a ‘maestro’