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Centrist D66 narrowly leads far-right PVV in knife-edge Dutch vote, exit polls show The centrist Democrats 66 (D66) have taken a slim lead in the Dutch parliamentary election, according to exit polls, narrowly ahead of the far-right Party for Freedom (PVV) in a tightly contested race that could reshape the country’s political landscape. Radio France Internationale · Oct 30, 2025
Geert Wilders failed in government, but the far right retains its grip on the Netherlands A media in thrall to Wilders’ party ensures its agenda is entrenched in Dutch politics and will dominate Wednesday’s election, says political scientist Cas Mudde The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2025
The Dutch election: key players and main issues in the snap poll Voters could swap a rightwing government for a more moderate coalition – but the fragmentary political system makes many outcomes possible The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2025
Majority of Dutch parties' election programmes violate rule of law, report claims A total of 12 of 15 Dutch political parties running in the October elections have proposals that violate the rule of law, according to the Dutch Bar Association. Euronews · Oct 20, 2025
Dutch parties embrace TikTok (again) ahead of the October election The social media platform was previously banned by several parties due to security concerns. Euronews · Oct 17, 2025
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Claiming the Standard Deduction? Here Are Five Tax Breaks for Retirement in 2025 If you’re retired and filing taxes, these five tax credits and deductions could provide thousands in relief (if you qualify). Kiplinger · Oct 9, 2025
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Taxpayers lose £400m as result of investment fund set up by Rishi Sunak Report shows 334 companies backed by Future Fund, set up in May 2020 by then chancellor, have since gone under The Guardian - UK · Sep 18, 2025
Geert Wilders’ far-right party leads polls two months before Dutch vote Topics including migration, the economy, housing and foreign affairs are expected to dominate the campaign. Euronews · Aug 29, 2025
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The Guardian - UK · Jun 5, 2025 Thursday briefing: How Geert Wilders’ exit from Dutch coalition might set up his own comeback In today’s newsletter: The Dutch government collapsed after Wilders pulled out of the coalition – leaving renewed political uncertainty as parties scramble to redefine their positions
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