The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC February competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 5: A number caught in Mt.Etna eruption get compensation.

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A clue to ATONEMENT.
5 comments refer to this clue (from 4 competitors, 1 other)

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Comments on the clue
1.Nice idea but strict Ximeneanism requires 'eruption of ME'.
2.Cryptic reading needs "gets" I think
3.Cryptic grammar requires "gets"
4.Different and appealing but spoiled for me by nounal anagrind and (grammar) 'get' instead of 'getting'
5.Doubt "get" is an acceptable linkword (as opposed to "gets")