A look at how Gordon Brown, David Cameron and Nick Clegg fared in the second of Britain's leadership election debates
GORDON BROWN
Performance:More energetic and interventionist than last week, emphasised his experience repeatedly in government, was quick to focus on Liberal Democrat policies.
Key moment:
Damaged Clegg on the Liberal Democrats’ demand that the Trident nuclear missile system not be replaced. However, his claim that he did not know about Labour leaflets warning pensioners that the Conservatives would cut welfare payments may now become a story in the campaign
The big phrase:"I say to you, Nick, get real."
DAVID CAMERON
Performance:Better than last week, looked at camera directly. Sought to highlight Liberal Democrat policies and the dangers of a hung parliament. Did not manage to explain coherently his Big Society idea, which voters are struggling to comprehend.
Key moment:Scored serious points against Clegg on immigration, a major issue in the campaign.
The big phrase:"I don't think a hung parliament would be good for Britain."
NICK CLEGG
Performance:Looked tired, and was put under pressure by the other leaders in a way they did not manage last week. However, they are in danger of appearing to have ganged up on him.
Key moment:Took a major risk to outline in detail his party's policies on immigration, which effectively amount to an amnesty for one million people. Both Cameron and Brown argued that it would simply spur a new wave of illegal movements.
The big phrase:"Don't let anyone tell you it can't be different, it can."
