The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

CCCWC January competition voters’ comments
 
Clue no. 7: Ash expert's in a flap after onset of epidemic in trees

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A clue to HOLMESIAN.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1.Vague definition and nounal anagram indicator "flap" make me discount this.
2.An original take generally well executed, except that I'm not a fan of the imperative a.i., esp. following the letters anagrammed