Thanks drxx.
I did figure out 2d and used the "V" parish.
Keep on forgetting that abrupt means shortened version.
Now it makes sense.
Have come to a complete stop.
Hints on 29a and 10d may provide a nudge.
29a. Outing fatigues medic, who finally veers off (7)
10d. In the primaries, was our Republican
previously your local Democratic mayor? (6)