The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC May competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 8: Bonkers have no classic telltale signs of vigorous natural emissions

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A clue to VOLCANIC ASHES.
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Comments on the competition
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1 A faultless construction and (probably) one from a regular AZED contributor; however the blanks are, to my mind, merely a contrivance favoured by Mr Crowther and the clue lacks the surface misdirection of a truly witty composition. Nul points, sorry
8 Naughty but very nice ! 5 points
17 Absolutely inspired – merci beaucoup. 4 points
20 Concise and topical. 3 points
32 Very good economy but a slightly weak definition. 2 points
53 Slightly let down by a surfeit of apostrophes. 1 point