The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC February competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 1: A bit of help, essentially, at sea?

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A clue to LIFEBOAT.
5 comments refer to this clue (from 5 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Neat – but a lifeboat if needed would surely be more than "a bit" of help?
2.Brilliant!
3.Neat idea, but the def. is too weak. A mop could be 'a bit of help'.
4.Nicely done.
5.Lovely surface and concise. In my top eleven. Then made it to my number four.