Prime Minister Gordon Brown has given an upbeat and confident message of opportunity and hope despite warning that 2009 will be "tough".
Speaking at his monthly news conference, Mr Brown said he was sure Britain would be able to meet the challenges ahead.
Mark Simpson reports.
BBC NEWS CHANNEL
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