One finds reason for passing nothing during recess (7)

I believe the answer is:

coroner

(Other definitions for coroner that I've seen before include "He presides over an inquest (7)" , "One investigating death" , "Medico-legal officer" , "Official holding inquests" , "One presides at inquests" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.

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