What does the cryptic crossword clue "A politician beginning to survey current measures (4)" mean?

The definition is "current measures". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). A (from clue) + MP (abbreviation="politician") + S (first_letter="survey") = AMPS; definition: "current measures" The answer is AMPS.

A politician beginning to survey current measures (4)

Daily Mail Cryptic #17084 | 12 Across | 2023-04-26 flower

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