What does the cryptic crossword clue "Model former politician protecting key city transport (9)" mean?

The definition is "Model". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). EX (synonym="EX") + E (synonym="musical key") + MP (synonym="MP") + LA (synonym="LA") + RY (synonym="RY") = EXEMPLARY; definition: "Model" The answer is EXEMPLARY.

Model former politician protecting key city transport (9)

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