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I meant the "L".

You're right as regards 18,32 - but it is still a proper word that is being replaced by another word. The resulting word is not a proper word. I've finished it now, and submitted it, so I'm pretty sure I've got the right words, - it all fits.

Thanks, I'm on the right lines then but so far struggling to find any others. I may be some time.

A very enjoyable Genius after an excellent Prize xword from the now 90 Araucaria - has highlighted for me the blandness of the AZED sandwiched between them!

A very clever "Paul", I thought, Ixion. I loved the subtlety of 13d

Would I be right in thinking that the pre operative answer to 7 across could equally be applied to Ken Dodd as to Gladstone?

yes

Thanks Ixion - it's a rare treat for me to have a day off on the day the Genius comes out. Must plan it again.

Finished! (I did go and tidy the garden for a while, honest.) 13dn was also my favourite but 26ac took me the longest, wasn't seeing direct as a verb.

I still can't see 26a teenieleek, can you help me please.