News from the BBC

George Cross for Army bomb heroes

Two Army bomb disposal experts have been awarded the George Cross for their gallantry in Afghanistan.

UK borrowing less than expected

UK borrowing could be less than forecast this financial year after better-than-expected February figures and revised January data.

Facebook may get 'panic button'

Facebook is considering installing a "panic button" on its site to allow users to report suspected paedophiles, it confirms.

Kidnapped boy and father head home

Sahil Saeed, the boy kidnapped in Pakistan two weeks ago, has been reunited with his father and is heading home to the UK.

Ashcroft tax status row continues

The Lord Ashcroft row re-opens despite documents confirming he did not have to have to be a full UK taxpayer to become a peer.