Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 31136
Hints and Tips by Deansleigh
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BD Rating – Difficulty * Enjoyment ***
Good morning from Hampshire, where the winter sun has made a welcome appearance after yesterday’s relentless rain. I found this puzzle to be fairly gentle for a midweek back-pager, and it was my quickest solve of the week so far. 7d and 13d both made it onto my podium today, but my favourite has to be the superb 12a. Many thanks to today’s setter.
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