17a Militant follower (6) -E-L--
26a Preference (6) L-K-R-
52a Elimination (7) -E-O-A-
6d After all stoppages (4) -E--
Many thanks in advance for any help :)...
47a Big win at bridge (5,4) G---E, -L-M
28d Party official (10,4) G-A-A-M-N, W-I-
45d Relating to a Christian rite (9) ---T-S-A-
Any help appreciated...