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How do elections work in Italy?
Italy uses a mixed-member proportional representation system for its parliamentary elections. This means voters cast ballots for both individual candidates in constituencies and for political parties. The system aims to balance direct representation with ensuring that the overall number of seats a party gets in parliament reflects its national share of the vote.
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