The education secretary says claims of student loan fraud point to one of the "biggest financial scandals" in the university sector.

An analysis of those awarded the "higher" honours reveals a significant social and regional divide.

HSBC boss Michael Ellam was an adviser to Gordon Brown and now has rejoined government.

Duncan Farrington is recognised for services to agriculture and to the food and drink industry.

Lord O'Donnell tells the BBC the "incredibly demanding job" should have a higher salary.

Simon Case has been undergoing medical treatment for 18 months.

Peers call for a shake-up of the public inquiry system so it gets results for victims.

Talks have been held over the potential collapse of tech firm Atos, which runs vital UK public services.