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9 Outburst, storm. Out, admittedly gay, R, Republican, inside Bust, raid.

IN SOLVE N CY
Don't see where the N comes from, though.

Thanks, that's a help

Thanks, its a ropey clue.

Many thanks...had a feeling I was clutching at the proverbial straws. Now sorted with your very useful hint.

So has Cyclops made a mistake with 11a?

Elected = IN
What you should do = SOLVE
Vacated city = CY

Ruinous state = INSOLVE(N)CY

Where does the N come from?

Or is “city” NYC (New York City), but surely “vacated” isn’t a fair anagram hint? That would be cheesy if it is!

Yes, 11 appears to be a Cyclopean gaffe. I wrote in the answer and didn't notice.

Last two for me!
10ac
Miss hugging Date with Elasticated top, figure flattering wear (6)

??R?L?

GIR(D)L(E) is that correct ?

5dn
For example, filled with goods, like an old chest? (5)

S???Y

SOGGY ?????

Yes, GIRDLE

SAGGY rather than soggy - SAY is "for example"

Thank you for help