Implement with a broad, flat blade (7)

I believe the answer is:

spatula

(Other definitions for spatula that I've seen before include "Flat blade for mixing" , "Flexible knife-like instrument" , "Kitchen utensil" , "Thin tool for mixing or spreading soft substances" , "Broad implement for mixing or spreading" .)

I've seen this clue in the Irish Times (Simplex) and The Irish Times.

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