Italian opposition cries foul as Meloni’s electoral reform passed in secret ballot
Parties vow to challenge law in court, arguing that extra reward for those with 42% of support distorts public representation Europe live – latest updates A…
The Guardian reports: Parties vow to challenge law in court, arguing that extra reward for those with 42% of support distorts public representation Europe live – latest updates A controversial overhaul to electoral law that critics say is aimed at boosting Giorgia Meloni’s chances of clinging on to power in elections next year has been given final approval by the Italian parliament.
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