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The centre-right coalition won a clear majority. Meloni became Italy's first female prime minister, leading a coalition with Lega and Forza Italia.
Runner-up
Enrico Letta
Turnout
63.9%
The Read
The Italy 2022 General Election took place in 2022 in Italy. The election determined who would hold the office of Chamber of Deputies and Senate.
Giorgia Meloni won the election. Voter turnout was reported at 63.9%, giving a sense of how many people took part in the contest. 2 candidates contested the election: Elly Schlein and Giorgia Meloni.
Details
election year
2022
office contested
Chamber of Deputies and Senate
Country context
This election is connected to Italy. Use the country page to follow broader institutions, offices, and election history.
Government type
Parliamentary republic
Capital
Rome
Legislature
Parliament (Chamber of Deputies and Senate)
Executive
President of the Republic appoints the prime minister after post-election consultations. Government must win confidence in both chambers. President serves as guarantor of the constitution with important reserve powers.
