Failing in duty (6)

I believe the answer is:

remiss

(Other definitions for remiss that I've seen before include "Derelict in duty" , "delinquent" , "Negligent like misers" , "Neglectful" , "Negligent, derelict" .)

I've seen this clue in The Sun.

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