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Last three, all interlinked (no letters for one) have me stumped. Explanations would be appreciated also. Hope my letters are OK. I believe they are, but .....
1D. Saw first sign of Alpine peaks (6) ?a???a
2D. Go to the Pasha, elevated to office, finally (4) ?e??
10A. Taking it easy in Frence holiday home? Au contraire! (4) ???? (linked to the other two)

For those still trying, methinks there's a slight error in 11A clue. Should be "bit" not "bits"

Could 1D be maxim-a?

Indeed it is, Ixion. Derves me right for foolishly concentrating on Alpine peaks. Brill!
This makes 10A ?i??

10a is hidden in the clue!

Gee, Big Dave - thanks a lot. I must have gone thru it several times looking for an enclosure. Such is my trust in you, that I immediately spotted it on your advice(and feel suitably chastened)

Oh! And 2D is now ?e?e

Ah! I goddit. I'll not spoil it for you BD & Ixion. ?e?e are correct. Just ask if you give up. Couldn't have done it without your help.