Questions and answers What is a “caretaker” government?

The 21st legislative period began with the first sitting of the Bundestag on 25 March. At the same time, the term of office of the Federal Government officially came to an end – but it remains in office in an acting capacity, referred to as a caretaker government. What exactly does that mean? Here are the most important questions and answers at a glance.

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