The second election campaign debate between National Leader John Key and Labour Leader Phil Goff was held in Christchurch last night, hosted by The Press newspaper.

Fairfax political journalist Vernon Small live blogged the debate and later said Goff had been routed over policy costings after a promising start.

The Press leaders debate: first 15 minutes

The Press' leaders' debate: last 15 minutes

According to the note on the R2.co.nz page for the coverage full recorded video of the debate will be available here.