What does the cryptic crossword clue "Publication of article on whacking children (3,3,5)" mean?

The definition is "Publication". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). THE (synonym of "article") + BIG (synonym of "whacking") + ISSUE (synonym of "children"); definition: "Publication" The answer is THE BIG ISSUE.

Publication of article on whacking children (3,3,5)

Times Cryptic #28605 | 13 Down | 2023-05-17 flower

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