Cryptic crossword No 2,754

Nice one LeoNessie. Lots to like in here including some very inventive wordplay indicators. Faves include 1a, 25a, 21d and 23a

Thanks LeoNessie, there was a lot to like here including 13a, 18a, 24a, 1d, 6d, 10d, & 13d. I revealed 8a. More in reply.

Thanks for the puzzle, LeoNessie! If you like you can watch/hear me solve it at twitch.tv/contocrosswords - if you do I hope it's fun/useful!