Former British finance minister Alistair Darling has died at the age of 70. Darling, a veteran UK Labour Party politician, served as Chancellor of the Exchequer during the 2008 financial crisis. His death was confirmed by his family's spokesperson and PA Media. Tributes poured in for Darling, with many acknowledging his role in steering the UK through the financial crisis and the Scottish independence referendum. Darling's leadership during the economic turmoil and his commitment to public service were highlighted by various individuals and media outlets.
Alistair Darling, guiding hand in Britain’s financial crisis, has died at 70. https://t.co/12McDH2L95
Alistair Darling, guiding hand in Britain’s financial crisis, dies at 70. https://t.co/LbcTTnJPsS
People enjoyed working with and for Alistair Darling. He was always a pleasure to spend time with. That’s a legacy worth having both as a politician and as a human being, writes @chrisdeerin. https://t.co/1v85vvxIdM
Alistair Darling served unflashily, and made decisions based on factual analysis and detailed consideration, in what he thought were the best interests of the British and Scottish people. He kept his head, writes @chrisdeerin. https://t.co/6TgDraCeK0
Rather than the pursuit of personal glory, Alistair Darling was motivated by a desire to serve the public good, writes @chrisdeerin. https://t.co/ndGBqgiBfm
As the British government’s chief financial cabinet member, Alistair Darling helped stave off a broader economic collapse amid the global turmoil set off in 2008. He has died at 70. https://t.co/8dK5GtCWhY
“Here was a man who listened intently, respected experts and institutions, but who brought a bracing dose of scepticism to every conversation.” @AndrewMarr9 on why Britain was lucky to have Alistair Darling. https://t.co/TifKYDL2AF
People enjoyed working with and for Alistair Darling. He was always a pleasure to spend time with. That’s a legacy worth having both as a politician and as a human being, writes @chrisdeerin. https://t.co/fJfyQkSuZK
Alistair Darling served unflashily, and made decisions based on factual analysis and detailed consideration, in what he thought were the best interests of the British and Scottish people. He kept his head, writes @chrisdeerin. https://t.co/Ju0IABycF7
Rather than the pursuit of personal glory, Alistair Darling was motivated by a desire to serve the public good, writes @chrisdeerin. https://t.co/4lVvIAnIrU
Alistair Darling was a man of great integrity, but what many won’t know is that he was a very funny man. One story from a few (many) years ago… ⬇️ https://t.co/38X3UEEpTE
I’d like to tell you a story about Alistair Darling, one of the nicest and most humble people I’ve ever met. I was talking at the terribly grand Blenheim Literary Festival in 2017 and, somehow, Alistair agreed to be “in conversation” with me regarding my new book. https://t.co/LeHwNoWnUI
Alistair Darling guided Britain through two major crises: the Great Recession and Scottish independence. Even his rivals should give him credit, writes @johnmcternan : 👇 https://t.co/0Fxefqcwcd
Alistair Darling played a huge role in keeping the UK together. @johnmcternan recalls his memorable one-liner against Alex Salmond in 2014 : 👇 https://t.co/0Fxefqcwcd
Alistair Darling dies aged 70: How the man with the most striking pair of eyebrows in Westminster proved he also had the safest pair of hands, writes ANDREW PIERCE https://t.co/rG1y68acrj https://t.co/WRaX5YpInZ
Alistair Darling dies aged 70: How the man with the most striking pair of eyebrows in Westminster proved he also had the safest pair of hands, writes ANDREW PIERCE https://t.co/ZaSYsfWHOJ https://t.co/36buXA8nPe
“Here was a man who listened intently, respected experts and institutions, but who brought a bracing dose of scepticism to every conversation.” @AndrewMarr9 writes on why Britain was lucky to have Alistair Darling. https://t.co/GoMfumujyd
A New Labour stalwart who rose to the occasion as Britain faced economic meltdown in 2008: How Alistair Darling led the UK through the credit crunch as Chancellor... before going on to save the Union at the 2014 Scottish referendum https://t.co/RDr5WWvbvP https://t.co/zFZ2SwvSRr
Remembering former UK Chancellor Alistair Darling's words of wisdom, as Microsoft warms to London once again. Plus, meet the private credit billionaires sitting at finance’s top table. Get the Readout newsletter https://t.co/VH5a5t2y8J
'I never met anyone who didn't like him': Tributes pour in for 'thoroughly kind and decent' ex-Labour chancellor Alistair Darling after his death aged 70 - as video shows the moment George Osborne and Ed Balls learn he has passed away https://t.co/hRRKW6eAcP https://t.co/IG9Ormu8uv
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Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Alistair Darling, who oversaw Britain’s economy during the 2008 global financial crisis, has died at the age of 70 https://t.co/Y4inRblx6y
Ex-UK finance minister Darling, who fought financial crisis, dies https://t.co/IF0lZtAKQ9 https://t.co/V3ox9yUXY6
Former Chancellor Alistair Darling, who oversaw Britain’s economy during the 2008 global financial crisis, has died at the age of 70 https://t.co/5KXLZAC9Wi
Former Chancellor Alistair Darling, who oversaw Britain’s economy during the 2008 global financial crisis, has died at the age of 70 https://t.co/6NSe55LME6
Former Chancellor Alistair Darling, who oversaw Britain’s economy during the 2008 global financial crisis, has died at the age of 70 https://t.co/gKEdHDRE8J
So sorry to learn of death of Alistair Darling. Proud Scot. Proud Brit. Lovely man. Good company. Excellent Chancellor. A life well lived in public service. RIP Alistair.
RIP Alistair Darling, 70. An excellent politician who never got enough credit for helping - with Gordon Brown - save the UK from financial Armageddon with his quick decisive action in the 2008/9 global crisis. He was also a very genuine & nice guy. Sad news. https://t.co/OjU8d4UKU0
Breaking news: Alistair Darling, who was the UK’s chancellor during the financial crisis, has died at the age of 70 https://t.co/kXKvNzfH2x https://t.co/oecQJgvFif
Alistair Darling, veteran UK Labour Party politician and Chancellor of the Exchequer through the 2008 financial crisis, has died aged 70 https://t.co/fG4KZtp4G5
Alistair Darling, veteran UK Labour Party politician and Chancellor of the Exchequer through the 2008 financial crisis, has died aged 70 https://t.co/lzC2UGjIwO
⚠️ FORMER UK FINANCE MINISTER ALISTAIR DARLING DIES AT 70 - PA MEDIA Former British finance minister Alistair Darling has died at age 70, PA Media reported on Thursday, citing his family's spokesperson. https://t.co/tpSdtvZp9u
Just in🔥 Former Chancellor & Better Together leader, Alistair Darling, has died aged 70 after a 'short illness'. https://t.co/e8ZrghWTSu
Former Chancellor Alistair Darling dies aged 70 https://t.co/BhJecAXoy3 https://t.co/a7QRT5x4Po
Alistair Darling, veteran Labour MP and chancellor during the UK's 2008 financial crisis, dies aged 70 https://t.co/iIL9vr98km
Former Chancellor Alistair Darling dies aged 70 https://t.co/4H53wipDOr https://t.co/C56rU3gHHE
Former Chancellor Alistair Darling dies aged 70 https://t.co/3gujzWnJju https://t.co/JdoyLIznOR
Former Chancellor Alistair Darling dies aged 70 https://t.co/gsj0SVNtCF https://t.co/aYEZnlqdDK
BREAKING: Former chancellor and veteran Labour politician Alistair Darling has died aged 70, a spokesperson on behalf of his family said. https://t.co/500I1gtmUV