21 down has been solved. It is niece. The explanation is in the thread. (View Post)

3 down. Yes, Chuka Umunna. A period (of play) in polo is a chukka. Talking or saying out loud “chukka” gives “chuka”. Female is Una and NUM returned is MUN. MUN blocked by UNA = U(MUN)NA. Politician … (View Post)

21 down. Eden’s trouble (and strife) = wife, was Clarissa Spencer Churchill. In relation to Winston Churchill, she was his niece. And remarkably she is still alive. (View Post)

I’d like to add my best wishes to Jonathan, Marquee Mark and their families - and all PBers going through anything similar. All the best. 😀 (View Post)

As Mike has confirmed, the PB Xmas Crossword is “oven ready” and will be served tomorrow. It’s a cracker! (View Post)