16a, 2words, 2.2. ?t ?l, Athenian character seen on lake with others.
17d, 8lets, ?a???I??, Relevant stuff.
23a, 6lets, ?????t, Journalists scrap outside flat.
24d,5lets, ??a??, Being keen, start to strum string instrument.
29a, 7lets, T?????t, Top and tail ugly palm.