Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Scruffy type's anxiety meeting councillor in broadcast (9)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "Scruffy type". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is SCARECROW. Explanation: CARE + CR (councillor) in SOW (broadcast)
Ended up getting this from the crossing letters. I never once suspected the correct wordplay.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Scruffy type's anxiety meeting councillor in broadcast (9)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SCARECROW.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "Scruffy type's anxiety meeting councillor in broadcast (9)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a charade (building blocks) as its wordplay technique.