What does the cryptic crossword clue "English campaign – there's an issue (8)" mean?

The definition is "issue". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). E (synonym="English") + MISSION (synonym="”campaign”") = EMISSION; definition: "issue" The answer is EMISSION.

English campaign – there's an issue (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29257 | 23 Across | 2023-12-19 flower

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