Cryptic crossword No 1,402

Thank you, Marble. Your debut here, I think, and, for the most part, a very impressive one. 17a and 3d in particular are quite superb, and other good ones include 8a, 12a, 13a and 14d. A few spoilers in reply; I look forward to your next venture.

Very good. I liked 9a and 17a. Thanks.

Hi Marble, and welcome to MyC. Lots of playful fun in this. Very enjoyable, thanks. My favourites were 9a 10a 17a 3d 14d and 2d. Cheers. Look forward to your next

Sorry to be a week late in welcoming you to the site, Marble. As Gollum says, it can be quite a supportive place and there is plenty of constructive criticism aimed at helping everyone improve. Plenty of imaginative ideas and fun and some very decent clues in here. Faves include 17a (see Reply), 20a (see Reply), 2d, 3d, 14d and 23d. Spoilers in Reply. Thanks. PM

Thanks Marble, lots to enjoy here. PostMark has already highlighted a few issues to think about, so just some faves from me: 10a, 17a, 14d & 23d. Thanks again!