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Italy's parliament approves Meloni's controversial electoral law reform amidst coalition divisions
3 sourcesFirst reported 6 days agoUpdated 6 days ago
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What all sources covered
- Italy's lower house of parliament approved a government plan to overhaul the electoral law on July 16, 2026.
- The reform has faced significant opposition, with critics alleging it aims to secure Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's political position ahead of the 2027 elections.
- There were notable defections within Meloni's ruling coalition during the voting process, highlighting divisions in the government.
- This marks one of the most substantial changes to Italy's electoral system in recent history.
- The bill will now proceed to the Senate for further consideration.
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Cyprus MailFirst
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Ιταλία: Πέρασε το νομοσχέδιο Μελόνι για αλλαγή του εκλογικού νόμου – Διχασμός στην κυβέρνηση
To Vima· 6 days ago
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Italy’s parliament backs Meloni’s contested electoral reform
Cyprus Mail· 6 days ago
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Ιταλία: «Πύρρειος νίκη» για τη Μελόνι μετά τις διαρροές στον κυβερνητικό συνασπισμό – Πέρασε το νομοσχέδιο για τον εκλογικό νόμο
Naftemporiki· 6 days ago