D.M. 13.12.12.
9 across. Without question Liberal replaces MP,breaking rule. 7 letters. --l-c--
7 down. Opportunity for women to host trendy party. 6 letters.I believe te last letter is W
15 across. Novelist upset about German character in Athens. 5 letters.s-g--
3 down Loose relative loses face. 5 letters. u--i-
4 down.I replace blankets for beggar.9 letters. s-ppl---t Could this be SUPPLIANT ?