Across
1
Able to control waste output – mad having tried an alternative (5,7)
8
Might follower of what’s fashionable get elected? (2,5)
9
Cheap hotel set in fine meadow land (7)
11
Opposition forces catholic out? (7)
12
Central resorts said to be sisterly (7)
13
Features of executioner’s equipment lacking nothing (5)
14
Being this arrogant about victory might be unfeeling (9)
16
I know nothing about academic work on compiler (4,3,2)
19
Character initially seen in Greece – maybe Athens? (5)
21
Operatic piece about drug free region in America (7)
23
Suspended woman was deprived of information (7)
24
Clothing that is worn by criminals? (7)
25
Device supplied by poster fitter (7)
26
Scandal about fees charged in London market (12)
Down
1
Toffs eating parsnip skins – they’re generally quite hot! (7)
2
Urban dwellers have connections all around (7)
3
It measures how tricky ads are broadcast (9)
4
Lots providing service on tables outside (5)
5
Where Rolls Royce is found for example – by mistake (2,5)
6
Therefore acquiring a business degree is a restriction (7)
7
Had neat field ploughed up – it’s really serious (4,3,5)
10
Grand antique banner is the best example of its kind (4,8)
15
It gives permission to report as crowd get through (5,4)
17
Attitude adopted by aristocrat over independent African capital (7)
18
Unwilling to join in adult party (7)
19
Some Czechs met a native composer (7)
20
Donated place to house outrageous type of dance (7)
22
Offence caused by cleric who has lost the head (5)