What's the best small hatchback on a £1500 budget?

My son lives and works in London and needs a small and cheap car for short local plus some longer journeys. A economical to run hatchback with space for a load and room for four people occasionally, to...

I want to buy a cheap, reliable car with low insurance - what do you recommend?

I want to buy a cheap car with low insurance. It needs to be reliable and I'm not bothered about the badge. What do you recommend?

What's the best, cheap first car for an 18 year old driver?

What's the best first car for an 18 year old driver? I need something older and cheap. My budget is about £1500 - £2500. Also, how do I check if the car has any issues, i.e. outstanding finance, been involved...