Still remains in force for the stalls (6)

I believe the answer is:

stands

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'for the stalls' is the definition.
('stand' can be a synonym of 'stall')

I can't explain the rest of the clue.

(Other definitions for stands that I've seen before include "Remains upright" , "Tiered seats in stadiums" , "Remains in force" , "In which to sit at football matches" , "Remains unchanged" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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