There are too many emergency admissions to hospitals in England, according to the government spending watchdog.

Energy Secretary Ed Davey is expected to unveil more details of the government's proposals to review competition in the energy market.

New York City Council votes to raise the minimum age for buying cigarettes from 18 to 21, a move the bill's sponsor says will save "many" lives.

A list of "shell" companies where firms keep money offshore will be published to discourage tax evasion, David Cameron will announce later.

MPs will vote later on whether to let the government start spending money on preparations for the HS2 high-speed rail project.

Up to 550 more police officers could be operational in the West Midlands, under plans by the police and crime commissioner.

A potential new HIV treatment has a "profound and unprecedented" impact on the virus, according to a pair of studies.

Former prime minister describes himself as an ex-politician, despite still being an MP.