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The gaffer in the van? (7)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

foreman

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'the gaffer' is the definition.
('foreman' can be a synonym of 'gaffer')

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(Other definitions for foreman that I've seen before include "Gaffer, boss" , "Fellow in charge" , "spokesman" , "Supervising worker" , "Male supervisor" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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