What does the cryptic crossword clue "Failure of old Labour (8)" mean?

The definition is "Failure". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). O (synonym="old") + MISSION (synonym="labour as in the labours or tasks of Hercules") = OMISSION; definition: "Failure" The answer is OMISSION.

Failure of old Labour (8)

Times Cryptic #28670 | 19 Across | 2023-08-01 flower

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