3 to go in bottom left corner. Absolutely stumped!
26a Better money for the most important officials (3,5)
I have: T?P,???S?
I'm assuming it's TOP something.
24a Stole aboard alien vessel (1-4)
I have: E-?O??
I assume the alien is ET
22d Fur cap removed from scoundrel (5)
I have: O????
Here I have no clue at all
All help much appreciated as always!