CRYPTIC CLUES

Across

7. 8. A inhabited Where lot appear to give region due the (9,4) in camper a ring? (4,4)

9. Tax on loyalty and respect? (4)

10. 1000 assorted clues to body tissue (6)

12. A way of approach to a meeting place (6)

14. Commencement of display (3,3)

16. He fits out object with magical power (6)

18. One not needed by chief cook (4)

20. Inspector returns chopper to collier (8)

22. Mental agility from nimble, slim monarch (5,8)

Down

1. Domestic regulation affords some independence (4,4)

2 & 15Dn. No place for a private secretary? (6,6)

3. Morally low HQ (4)

4. 50 per cent untouched by old player? (4,4)

5. Does it show things in a wicked light? (6)

6. Rhythm needed to inflict defeat? (4)

11. Plea for half open international agreement (8)

13. Not able to perceive US engine breaking down (8)

15. See 2 Down

17. Calling for care and skill – like whist? (6)

19. The time that mostly belongs to us? (4)

21. Keen to help about five (4)