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The CDU and far-right AfD have led in polls in the run-up to the election, but the makeup of the new Bundestag is uncertain. Follow the results live as they come in• The exit poll

Bridget Phillipson calls 2.5% target ‘ambitious’ days before PM meets with Donald Trump in WashingtonKeir Starmer is unlikely to set out a plan this week for when the UK will increase its defence spending to

The UK leader has been advised to choose his words carefully at this week’s crucial White House meeting• Keir Starmer lays down Ukraine peace demand ahead of Trump talksWhen Keir Starmer is advised on how

The treasurer will continue to lobby US officials for an Australian exemption to steel and aluminium tariffs Greens want Labor’s new Medicare plan implemented before electionThe federal Greens have welcomed the Albanese government’s plan to

An independent standards authority says the industry must learn from recent scandals and create safer working environmentsNew guidelines will be issued this week for the UK’s creative industries after a series of scandals including reports