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Merger was 'absolutely necessary'

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Lloyds TSB has agreed a takeover deal with Halifax-Bank of Scotland. The American investment bank, Morgan Stanley, is reported to be the latest institution discussing a merger. Chancellor Alistair Darling responds to criticism that the merger could have been avoided.

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