A mother who went missing with her three-year-old son contacts a newspaper to say they are "safe and happy".

The government is considering reducing tax credits for millions of working families as part of its £12bn welfare cuts, the BBC understands.

The government will sell half of its remaining shares in Royal Mail, and give a further stake to employees, Chancellor George Osborne said.

Postal business Whistl is ending its home delivery service in London, Liverpool and Manchester, putting up to 1,800 jobs at risk.

The police officer filmed in a confrontation with black teenagers at a pool party in Texas was acting out of stress, not racism, says his lawyer.

UK watchdog Ofcom's new chief reveals a plan to help broadband users quit their contracts if their internet speeds are too slow.

David Cameron says he is "content" with the reception he has received so far to his EU reform plans as he prepares to sound out more leaders.

The NHS in England could save £5bn a year with improved staff organisation and a better approach to purchasing everyday items, a review will say.