Cryptic crossword clue
Work permit oddly failing to protect staff covered by scheme 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word EMPLOYMENT

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The straight part
We know that "Work" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case work = employment.
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 EMPLOYMENT mean?

EMPLOYMENT noun
  1. The work or occupation for which one is used, and often paid
  2. The act of employing
  3. A use, purpose
  4. The state of being employed
  5. An activity to which one devotes time
  6. The number or percentage of people at work

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