Two-speed coffeebreak CRYPTIC CLUES

Two sets of clues – but the answers are the same

ACROSS

1 Quick way to reach new pet’s abode (9) 8 Energy can’t improve play (5) 10 A foundation is corrupt (5) 12 Produce island broadcast (3) 13 Sticking with jerk (3) 14 Aide made odd impression (4) 15 Hate being tested, possibly (6) 16 Second instrument is out of tune (5) 18 Hear silent arrangement (6) 20 Sailor finds the French skilful (4) 22 Appearing to have food (3) 23 In favour of compromise (3) 24 Begin small quiche (5) 25 Compensate by sending a note (5) 26 Separate new Easter egg (9)

DOWN

2 Speed around large venue (5) 3 Devours a set recipe (4) 4 Beat or crumple head wear (6) 5 A step taken quickly (5) 6 A lie rises about show in parts (9) 7 Convenience for mild soldiers (9) 9 Wheel gets round mat (7) 11 Two components have minor role (3,4) 15 He’s good at karate (3) 17 Chap to tear out an appliance (6) 19 Room for small cape to whirl (5) 21 Improve cries of derision on time (5) 23 Quietly nag about painful emotion (4)