1. Like some canine relations? (6)
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2. Before going out, I arrange for a drink (8)
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3. He made noteworthy scores as English opener in cricket (5)
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Sorry- the composer is GRIEG
I was pointing out that the cricketer was Greig- but that's a red herring as I think the cricket here is GRIG with an E in for English