Chancellor defends economy target

UK faces 'profound economic crisis'
Chancellor Alistair Darling says the UK is facing the worst economic crisis in 60 years and warns of a "profound" downturn.

'Time needed' for 10p tax changes
Chancellor Alistair Darling says "it will take time" to finalise concessions promised to those hit by tax changes.

Banks must pass on cuts - Darling
Chancellor Alistair Darling tells mortgage lenders to play their part by passing recent interest rate cuts on.

Darling puts up car and drink tax
Chancellor Alistair Darling unveils big increases in tax on alcohol and high polluting cars in his first Budget.

UK increases car and drink taxes
Chancellor Alistair Darling unveils big increases in tax on alcohol and high polluting cars in his first Budget.