In The Spotlight Quiz

[Giselda21]

Hi just this last question has me stumped. All help appreciated. Thanks in anticipation.

Ye unknown racoon was caught in the net. ( 3,6)

[bobbinwales]

Is there a theme?

[bobbinwales]

Ray Cooney?

[bobbinwales]

Anagram, altho looks like they cheated by spelling raccoon wrong

[Giselda21]

Yes the theme is things related to the theatre.

[Giselda21]

Thanks Bobbin. He wrote a play called caught in the net.

[BeverleySA]

Would appreciate a clue to No 26 Can Penny get tie where he cries when lonely (9)
Really struggling if anyone can help.
Thank you

[Giselda21]

Yes can give you the answer if you require or do you want a clue

[smouse]

Remember the setter has requested no clues or answer to be asked

[BeverleySA]

Hi Griselda would prefer a clue please as the setter has asked that we don't ask directly for the answer.
Thank you

[pulse876]

I know the setter has been contacted about the wording on the quiz sheet and he stated in response that he did not want anyone to ask for any sort of help on the internet. I believe he is aware of this thread and the previous one started by the same original poster, both of which are therefore contrary to the rules of the quiz.

In addition the setter has stated on the past on this site "If people refuse to obey the rules set by the compiler please do not enter the quiz".

[BeverleySA]

If that is the case then it should be stated on the quiz sheet - it just states not to ask directly for answers.

[Giselda21]

Clue to number 26

Gene Pitney lyric

[BeverleySA]

Thank you Griselda - but I've decided not to enter this quiz - it's a shame as the charity will miss out but I feel quite bullied about this and am just walking away.
I think quiz setters should make the rules clear so that they can be followed. I just asked for a clue in good faith.

[Giselda21]

Sorry to hear that Beverley, I agree it's bullying.
Some people are so sanctimonious!

[dannyk13]

Beverley, as has been quoted several times, it is not the duty of AB to comply with setters requests re their competitions.If a question is asked it is up to the AB member whether, or not, to post an answer.

[BeverleySA]

Thank you for the support.

[dannyk13]

You're welcome Beverley.

[Mamyalynne]

It's sad when a fun hobby that helps raise funds for good causes becomes a squabbling ground.

A plea from me to setters to make their rules clear and unambiguous and written bold where all quizzers can see them.