Governance and Electoral Law: Questions and Improvement Proposals
June 2, 2026
The recent electoral process in Cyprus has raised questions about the electoral legislation from 1979. Candidates with fewer preference votes are elected, while others with more remain outside the Parliament. Many believe that the results do not reflect the true will of the citizens due to distortions in the legislation. Proposals for improvements, such as horizontal voting, have been put forth. The electoral law is complex and requires simplification for better understanding.