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Rascal with strong accent needs no introduction (5)

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I believe the answer is:

rogue

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'rascal' is the definition.
(both can mean a scoundrel)

'accent needs no introduction' is the wordplay.
'accent' becomes 'brogue' (brogue can mean a Scottish or Irish accent).
'needs no introduction' means to remove the first letter.
'brogue' with its initial letter taken away is 'ROGUE'.

'with strong' is the link.
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(Other definitions for rogue that I've seen before include "Diverging from type" , "A dishonest or unprincipled person" , "Villain - freak" , "Wild animal driven away from herd" , "Deceitful and unreliable scoundrel" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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