The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 54: Royal Navy splits fee it deducted from insolent disorganised Admiral

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A clue to NELSON / PRINCE (Right & Left).
5 comments refer to this clue (from 5 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Runs together well and nice wordplay, fairly plausible surface.
2.Works even if not very flattering to the RN or its admiral
3.Another decent ‘Royal Navy’ clue
4.Among the cleanest clues here, both in surface and in wordplay+definition.
5.Of the many excellent clues this clue edged it for me with its pleasant rhythm, clear indicators and a seamless join between clues.