Cryptic crossword clue
Change of policy: you are to arrest visiting solicitor 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word TURNABOUT

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The straight part
We know that "Change of policy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case change of policy = turnabout.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does TURNABOUT mean?

TURNABOUT noun
  1. The act of turning about so as to face in the opposite direction
  2. A reversal of a decision or opinion etc; a change of mind or flip-flop
  3. A merry-go-round.

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