Crossword

[S21DanReb]

Hi there, stuck on the following and would appreciate your help:

7a The problem before us ?a???
19A a punative measure ?O?
5d Security is lifted in the store ???O?i?

Many thanks

[frugalfred]

5d deposit ("is" reversed in "depot" - store)

[frugalfred]

19a rod. A linear measure, esp. for land, equal to 51/2 yards (approximately 5.029 m), and "spare the ROD, spoil the child, e.g.)

[S21DanReb]

Many thanks frugalfred. I think the last one 7a - The problem before us might be 'facet'. Your help with the other two is greatly appreciated. Hope you have a good night.

[frugalfred]

Thanks Danreb. Couldn't see my way through that first one. I don't see what facet has to do with "the problem"? BUT - inspiration - FACER will be it. A sudden difficulty or obstacle.