The stage is now set for the general election following Alistair Darling's last budget before we take to the polls.

Students, first-time buyers and savers all got a mention in the House of Commons earlier, but for many it's the tax increases on petrol, alochol and cigarettes we are most eager to hear about.

Our reporter Susan Hilder took a look at what today's budget means for Kent and the UK.

• For more on the budget see Kent Business.