14a One inside wards off evil spirits (6) F?????
22a On the verge of retirement (5, 3, 3) ????? ??? ?E?
12d Reg is wrong to promise fruit (9) G???N????
15d An obstinate person had dire trouble (3, 4) ??E ???
17d Cancelled a surprise order for the hairdresser? (3, 3) ?L? ???