Reading clockwise around the perimeter are six theme words, in random order, one of which starts in square 38. The other two theme words are the unclued lights, one of which can be preceded by one normal solution which solvers should highlight.
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11 Limerick perhaps, shortened to make an impression (5)
12 Go to the front outside of Leatherhead (4)
13 Hurried, getting caught by Henry’s farm (5)
14 European gentleman concealed gaol-break (7)
15 With due respect to gun-dog – here’s the leader (4,6)
17 Kid is tense. Relax! (5)
20 Person in short race, small and peripheral (8)
21 The way extremists go (3,3)
23 Left harbour bearing wine (4)
26 Smooth main road (5)
27 Tin and sodium found amongst the Small Isles (5)
28 Like some previous edition? (4)
30 Back issue about furious vagabonds (6)
31 It’s secret, so be quiet – the both of you! (4-4)
36 Male captivated by goddess revealing bust (5)
38 Spirit and energy oneself embraces during fight (6,4)
40 Didn’t lie – was a candidate (5)
41 Against cutting prank (4)
42 Consolation, if repeated, at that point (5)
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