Alistair Darling

Up and out

Because its public finances are in such a mess, Britain has announced significant tax increases for those with higher incomes. This is an attempt to make Labour voters feel good before next year's general election. It is unlikely to work.

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Oh bugger!

The British do like to swear. But should politicians? Deborah Capras looks at Alistair Darling's recent comments.The British finance minister uses strong language.

Alistair Darling, British finance minister: not happy?

Alternatives to swearing

Alistair Darling recently described British voters as being "pissed off" with the government. Could he have chosen a different expression? Should he have chosen a different expression? Maybe he didn't know any alternatives!

Alistair Darling, British finance minister

So careless, darling!

How careless do you have to be at work to lose your job? What about if you’re so careless that you lose two CDs containing personal details of all UK families with a child under 16?

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