Giorgia Meloni wins vote on controversial ‘bonus seat’ changes to electoral system
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni secured a parliamentary majority after a vote approving changes to Italy’s electoral system that add bonus seats for parties receiving at least 42% of the vote. The new law, aimed at ensuring stable governance, has been criticized by opposition parties who claim it skews representation. They plan to contest the measure in court, arguing it undermines proportionality.