What does the cryptic crossword clue "Concerning help that's available if needed (2,7)" mean?

The definition is "available if needed". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). INRE (synonym="Concerning") + SERVE (synonym="help") = IN RESERVE; definition: "available if needed" The answer is IN RESERVE.

Concerning help that's available if needed (2,7)

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