When you've picked one you like the look of,
www.dpreview.com tend to be quite good at writing up the point & shoots as well as the full-on DSLRs, so just have a read through the full review if they have one in case there are any particular criticisms.
I'm afraid I know very little about what's currently "hot" in the world of budget point and shoots, so can't recommend anything.
Jambo