Referendum, live news: today the voting goes on until 3 PM. Yesterday recorded turnout at 46%
The constitutional referendum on justice reform is taking place today, with voting open until 3 PM, following a record 46% turnout yesterday.
Referendum, polling places open at 7, voting until 3 PM. Record turnout of 46% on Sunday
There was a record voter turnout of 46.07% for the constitutional referendum in Italy, with polling places open today from 7 AM to 3 PM.
Expert calls Meloni's scare tactics before the referendum 'completely wild'
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's claims regarding the release of dangerous criminals as part of a constitutional reform have been criticized by experts as unfounded and exaggerated.
All Means Are Used: Italians Have Difficulty Understanding the Referendum
The article discusses concerns among Italians about a proposed constitutional change that may affect legal proceedings and the potential release of serious criminals.
Voting on Changes to the Justice System Begins in Italy
Voting has begun in Italy on a referendum regarding constitutional reforms proposed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, aimed at separating the careers of judges and prosecutors.
With the draw, the currents are gone. And the founding fathers would approve...
The article discusses how a non-existent constitutional rule has been applied for decades in Italy, suggesting that reforms should eliminate the informal political currents in judiciary appointments.
Conviction and personal experience. Why the reform is necessary
The article advocates for a constitutional reform in Italy that clarifies the roles of judges and prosecutors and emphasizes the importance of voting in the upcoming referendum despite past campaign failures.
Referendum, polling stations open: voting on justice reform. First turnout data at noon
Polling stations have opened in Italy for a constitutional referendum on justice reform with about 51 million eligible voters, and the first turnout data will be available at noon.
Constitutional reform project in Zimbabwe: opposition leader Tendai Biti arrested
Zimbabwe's political tensions escalate as opposition leader Tendai Biti is arrested during a rally against proposed constitutional reforms.
Italy votes on the constitutional referendum that will test the strength of Giorgia Meloni
Italy is holding a crucial constitutional referendum that seeks to reform the judiciary and serves as a major electoral test for Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government.
DRC: The Debate on Constitutional Reform Raises the Question of Adherence to Existing Rules
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, discussions on potential constitutional reform are overshadowing the more critical issue of adhering to existing legal frameworks, according to a recent Institute Ebuteli report.
Justice Referendum 2026, here is what you need to vote
It is important for Italians to understand the voting process and requirements for the upcoming constitutional referendum on justice reform scheduled for March 22 and 23, 2026.
'Center Shift' Leads to a 'Loss of Trust,' Wandering Liberals Face Uncertainty
The recent House of Representatives election in Japan shows a significant decline in liberal forces exemplified by the Constitutional Democratic Party's shift to a centrist reform alliance amidst mixed results.
A Country Defending the Constitution
The article critiques a proposed constitutional reform in Italy that may undermine the judicial system by granting excessive power to the executive branch.
Scalfaro Also Wanted This Reform in '95
Lamberto Dini reflects on his long political career and expresses support for constitutional reform, citing a past conversation with President Scalfaro regarding judicial changes.
Separation of careers, two CSMs, lottery: what the Nordio reform provides and the controversial points
Italians will vote on the Nordio-Meloni constitutional amendment regarding the separation of judicial careers and other key reforms.
Will the President Sign the PIP Reform? There Are Constitutional Doubts
The article discusses potential constitutional doubts surrounding the PIP reform awaiting the President's signature in Poland.
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Óscar Cantón Zetina, President of the Senate's Constitutional Points Commission, initially stated there would be minor changes to the electoral reform proposed by President Claudia Sheinbaum, only to later retract his statement, highlighting dysfunction in the legislative process.
Justice referendum, polling open on Sunday 22 and Monday 23 March: voting guide
Italians will vote on a constitutional referendum regarding judicial reform on March 22 and 23.
State Police: Barau Vows Constitutional Safeguards for Nigerians
The Deputy President of the Senate, Barau Jibrin, has pledged to address concerns regarding the establishment of state police as part of ongoing constitutional reforms in Nigeria.
El Salvador is close to allowing life imprisonment for "murderers, rapists, and terrorists"
El Salvador's Legislative Assembly approved a constitutional reform allowing life imprisonment for serious crimes, which must now be ratified to become law.
What the constitutional reform approved in El Salvador means: Bukele moves forward with life imprisonment
El Salvador's legislature has approved a constitutional reform that allows for life imprisonment for serious crimes, removing historical restrictions on such penalties.
Understanding Dino's Decision on the Compulsory Retirement of Judges and Its Consequences
Brazil's Supreme Court Minister Flávio Dino declared the compulsory retirement of judges for serious disciplinary infractions unconstitutional as discussions advance in the Senate regarding a constitutional amendment on the issue.
El Salvador approves the constitutional change promoted by Bukele to allow life imprisonment
The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador has approved a constitutional reform allowing life imprisonment for serious crimes like murder and terrorism, backed mainly by the ruling party.
El Salvador establishes life imprisonment for murderers, rapists, and terrorists at the proposal of Nayib Bukele
The Legislative Assembly of El Salvador has approved a constitutional reform to establish life imprisonment for murderers, rapists, and terrorists, following a proposal by President Nayib Bukele.
President Yoon's Call for Constitutional Revision, Minister Jeong Seong-ho Says Ministry of Justice Will Begin Legal Review
Justice Minister Jeong Seong-ho stated that the Ministry of Justice will initiate a legal review on constitutional revision following President Yoon's directives.
Bukele changes the Constitution to establish life imprisonment in El Salvador
El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele oversees a constitutional reform allowing life sentences for serious crimes, amid criticism for his government's human rights record.
Bukele promotes a constitutional reform to endorse life imprisonment in El Salvador
The Salvadoran government led by President Nayib Bukele has passed a constitutional reform allowing life imprisonment for severe crimes, amid criticism from human rights organizations.
Constitutional electoral reform: Less privilege and more citizen participation, says Segob
The Mexican Secretary of the Interior, Rosa Icela Rodríguez, presented a constitutional reform initiative aimed at reducing privileges, expanding democratic rights, and enhancing citizen participation during a public conference.
Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania: Defiance is not a strategy
The CDU is blocking a constitutional reform in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, which aims to prevent parliamentary obstruction by a strengthened AfD, highlighting divisions among democratic factions.
Referendum, the reform is a drug that does not heal
Italy is set to hold a referendum on a constitutional reform that seeks to modify seven articles related to the autonomy of the judiciary and the balance of powers in the government.
"Voting No is Feminist". Directors, singers, and jurists call from 1,700 women for the referendum
1,700 women, including directors, singers, and jurists, have united to advocate against the reform proposed by Meloni-Nordio, claiming it undermines constitutional balances and women's rights.
These are the mandatory requirements to obtain Italian nationality by descent
Italy's Constitutional Court has upheld a reform restricting nationality by descent, limiting it to children and grandchildren of Italian citizens born abroad.
Climate Group: 'Carbon Reduction Future Cannot Be Shifted... Stop Adding 'Convex Path' Options'
A climate group has criticized the ongoing discussions regarding the inclusion of a 'convex reduction path' in the national carbon neutrality law reform process, arguing it shifts reduction burdens to the future.
Fontana: "As a lawyer, I say that this reform is necessary: don't let yourselves be instrumentalized"
Attilio Fontana, the president of Lombardy, urges voters to support the constitutional reform of the justice system in Italy, emphasizing its historical significance and need for change.
FI unites the Yes Italy. Tajani: 'We are different from Gratteri'
Antonio Tajani, the leader of Forza Italia, emphasizes the significance of a campaign supporting constitutional reforms in a referendum, asserting it reflects a desire for change among Italians.
The No and the Apocalypse Letter. "The lives of citizens at risk"
A coalition of anti-government groups in Italy is organizing protests against Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ahead of a constitutional referendum intended to reform the judiciary.
History of constitutional and justice referendums. Separation of careers: this is the third attempt
The upcoming referendum on justice reform by Meloni's government marks Italy's fifth constitutional referendum since 1946.
Labor Reform: Without Public Debate, the Issue is Constitutional and Democratic
Argentina's Congress has approved a controversial labor reform law that raises constitutional and democratic concerns due to its implications for long-standing social rights.
A judge declared unconstitutional an article of the labor reform
A judge in Córdoba, Argentina, ruled that a provision of the labor reform is unconstitutional, citing issues with equality before the law.
Justice, the latest quip on the referendum: "Puts citizens’ lives at risk"
The ongoing electoral campaign for Italy's constitutional reform referendum on justice is intensifying, with opponents warning of threats to judicial independence.
Celebrate Failure
The article discusses how the Mexican government, led by Morena, seems to embrace failure following the rejection of a proposed constitutional reform to the electoral model and party system.
Center-right Ogawa encourages political fundraising parties, a stark change from the Constitutional Democratic Party
Ogawa Junya of the Center for Reform expressed his encouragement for political fundraising parties, marking a significant shift from the stance of the former Constitutional Democratic Party.
Miners prepare adjustments in response to the 40-hour workweek
The mining industry in Mexico is strategizing to adapt to the reduction of the workweek from 48 to 40 hours, mandated by a constitutional reform set to be gradually implemented by 2030.
Referendum, the FdI event in Milan. "Eradicate the cancerous power of the currents"
The event organized by Fratelli d’Italia in Milan focuses on advocating for the constitutional reform in response to the upcoming referendum.
In the United Kingdom, with the end of 'hereditary peers', the House of Lords undergoes a small revolution
The UK has abolished hereditary peers from the House of Lords through a recent constitutional reform, marking a significant modernization of this institution.
Senior Citizens Mobilize to the Constitutional Court for Reform of the Cootad
Senior citizens, beneficiaries of the municipal program, protested at the Constitutional Court following urgent economic reforms to the Cootad approved by the Assembly.
On paper, the autonomy of municipalities – From the central government to multi-level governance
The event held in Athens discussed the constitutional autonomy of local governments and the challenges they face due to limited resources and state intervention.
Electoral reform advances in the Chamber of Deputies; commissions approve the draft and send it to the plenary
The Mexican Chamber of Deputies' Constitutional Points and Electoral Political Reform commissions have approved a proposed electoral reform aimed at modifying the proportional representation system, reducing electoral funding, and prohibiting immediate re-election starting in 2030.
Ruling party accelerates healthcare payment reform, opposition plans to appeal to the Constitutional Court
The Lithuanian ruling party is rapidly advancing healthcare payment reforms, with an imminent vote expected next week, while the opposition threatens to challenge the reforms in the Constitutional Court.