It was close. In the end, there were actually more “yes” votes than “no” votes with “not bothered” holding the balance of power.
Independent 12,214 by Italicus
I found this a little easier than some Italicus puzzles I've done.
Guardian Cryptic crossword No 29,866 by Vulcan
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/29866.
Financial Times 18,226 by Rosa Klebb
Puzzle from the Weekend FT of November 29, 2025
Independent on Sunday 1,866 by Filbert
The puzzle is available to solve online or download here.
Financial Times Sunday 121 – News by Neo
This month’s topically themed puzzle. Find it to solve online or download at ft.com/crossword
Guardian Quiptic 1358 by Pangakupu
Thank you to Pangakupu. Definitions are underlined in the clues.
Gemelo 16
I’m still finding it hard to get on Gemelo’s wavelength, though in retrospect there’s nothing to cause too much difficulty here, apart from some unfamiliar words (which are part of the fun of these puzzles, so no complaints there). Thanks to Gemelo for the challenge.
Everyman 4,127
The puzzle may be found at https://observer.co.uk/puzzles/everyman/article/everyman-no-4127 in the interactive form and at https://cdn.slowdownwiseup.co.uk/media/documents/obs.everyman.20251123.pdf as a pdf.
Guardian Genius 269 set by Glyph
Once again I get to blog a Genius by a new setter – so welcome, Glyph!
Independent 12213 by Tyrus
Tyrus on a Saturday – that has cheered me up
Guardian Quick Cryptic 87 by Budmo
This week’s 11 x 11 crossword from the Guardian intended to teach cryptic crosswords, found here
Guardian Prize 29,859 / Paul
A Prize puzzle from Paul, with a theme which could divide opinion
Listener No. 4893: Strike Back by Horntail
A neat preamble promises an interesting puzzle, from a new setter Horntail.
Independent 12,212 by Phi
Our always-reliable Friday setter is here again.