Greece to elect mayors and regional governors in a single round from 2028
Greece
Thu, 9 Jul 2026 10:30 GMT
Greece will elect mayors and regional governors in a single round beginning with the 2028 local elections under a new electoral reform announced by the government.
The new system will replace the current two-round voting process, with winning candidates determined through a single ballot using a revised preferential voting mechanism designed to ensure broader voter representation while avoiding runoff elections.
The reform is intended to simplify the electoral process, reduce administrative costs and provide faster election results. Government officials argue that the new framework will improve efficiency while preserving democratic legitimacy.
The proposed changes are expected to take effect in time for the 2028 municipal and regional elections.
