It seems that by accident, I have published early – profuse apologies!
A very interesting and absorbing challenge from Brendan, well worthy of the Prize slot.
Day: 11 July 2025
Listener No 4873 Needs Must by JFD
Dave Hennings’ Crossword Database tells me that this is JFD’s fifth Listener crossword.
Financial Times 18,104 by GAFF
Apologies for the lateness of the blog. A well-constructed themed crossword from Gaff.
Independent 12,092 by Phi
Phiday entertainment as usual.
Cryptic crossword No 29,744 by Pasquale
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/29744.