The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC June competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 2: A morsel of fish with tail removed served up French-style on bits of tagliatelle and followed by gateaux to finish (more added to the bill!)

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A clue to COLLOP / SURTAX (Right & Left).
3 comments refer to this clue (from 3 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Bit long-winded, and surface seems forced
2.Using French for 'on' is not really wordplay
3.Nice definition of surtax!