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Guardian Election Daily: Final leaders' debate - the verdict

The final debate of the campaign focused on the crucial issue of the economy. The leaders met in Birmingham and were immediately asked to clarify their plans on spending cuts.

To assess how they got on we have our expert columnists Martin Kettle and Polly Toynbee.

Meanwhile in the 'spin room' backstage at the BBC event in Birmingham, Paul Lewis is on hand to report how the parties are talking up the result.

The early polls following contest gave victory to David Cameron.

The leaders tackled questions on spending cuts, the banking system, tax policy, immigration, education and welfare payments.

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