What does the cryptic crossword clue "Sometimes a lack of staff as a consequence? (3,3,4)" mean?

The definition is "Sometimes". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). NO (synonym="NO") + WAND (synonym="WAND") + THEN (synonym="as a consequence.") = NOW AND THEN; definition: "Sometimes" The answer is NOW AND THEN.

Sometimes a lack of staff as a consequence? (3,3,4)

Times Cryptic #28701 | 10 Across | 2023-09-06 flower

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