Cryptic crossword No 1,372

Thanks for a fun puzzle, Ottsel. I found quite a range of difficulty, with the north mostly going in very quickly but a struggle, and ultimately a few reveals required, in the south. I enjoyed the creativity and inventiveness on display with particular favourites the outrageous 10a, 18a, 21a, 3d and 16d. Spoilers…

Thanks Ottsel, good fun .. the outrageous 10a probably my favourite 🤣 Spoilers ....