1 across, 28 across. Divide the other across answers – classify as good or bad. 4 letters, 3 letters, 5 letters, 4 letters, 3 letters and 5 letters.
9 across. Elizabeth I’s favourite cheese. 9 letters.
10 across. Name for boy sheltered by Irish aunt. 5 letters.
11 across. Mythical deities remained years later. 6 letters.
12 across. Buffoon in staff initially unfriendly, needing change of heart. 8 letters.
13 across. They invariably obey head of state in Arab country. 6 letters.
15 across. Not knowing what a dozen Popes were called. 8 letters.
18 across. Some highly-placed Asians live surrounded by strongmen. 8 letters.
19 across. Libertine casting lascivious look over letters found in bathroom. 6 letters.
21 across. Wicked person always embracing false idol. 8 letters.
23 across. Silly people doctor’s seen in pairs. 6 letters.
26 across. Camera equipment that’s used for play. 5 letters.
27 across. Cereal crop on island, one delivered in late December. 9 letters.
28 across. See 1 ac.