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After a week away, there is a corner I can't sort out, as ever. This week it is top left. I think 1a is long term, but I cant see why.
But I think help with 4d would be of most use
4d Unpack unusual electrical elements, retaining cases for instruments (8).
I ave (not much) ---L--S.
I cant sor this clue at all. As ever, help gratefully accepted. Thanks you.

ukuleles. (first/last letter of words).

Astonishing! Lovely clue. Thank you. That also scuppers long term, but I will sort that out.

Smiffy think athletic event for 1ac

Ah yes, I had minimum for tiny amount, even though I couldnt at all get coal into the clue in any way.

Long jump