Cryptic crossword

ACROSS

1. Feline connections, we hear (4)

3. The result of people putting their hands together (8)

8. Those attending the opening of the Games had a meal... (4)

9. ...on condition that it’s supplied (8)

11. Etiquette to be observed by those who are taking courses (5,7)

13. One-eyed implement to cause irritation (6)

14. The poster must be rewritten quickly (6)

17. Keep an eye on directorates – they provide information (6-6)

20. Trygon straying all over the place (8)

21. This shows the cost of the hedging tool (4)

22. Does some blowing up, leading to the general’s downfall (8)

23. See 6 Down

DOWN

1. Is thundery but becomes sunnier (8)

2. Celebrated maitre d’hotel’s reason for refusing a reservation? (7)

4. Being dreadfully hard up could indicate female segregation (6)

5. Part of the house made from existing space (6,4) 6 & 23Ac. Prepared for war, but supplies too few weapons (5,4)

7. Finishes off the scraps (4)

10. One in charge of the tolls (4-6)

12. Provides comfort once loss is adjusted (8)

15. Ruler is in disorder and more grumpy (7)

16. Royal direction to have a feast (6)

18. Window giving different view of the Loire (5)

19. Watery spot to which Elsie endlessly goes back (4)