Italy 2022 General Election
Italian general election held September 2022. The centre-right coalition won and Giorgia Meloni became prime minister.
Italy 2022 General Election is one of the tracked elections shaping power in Italy.
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Office at stake
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Winner profile
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Election Result
Clear outcome summary for this recorded election.
The centre-right coalition won a clear majority. Meloni became Italy's first female prime minister, leading a coalition with Lega and Forza Italia.
At a Glance
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.
Election Snapshot
- Status
- Recorded
- Election Year
- 2022
- Country
- Italy
- Office Contested
- Chamber of Deputies and Senate
- Winner
- Giorgia Meloni
- Turnout
- 63.9%
- Candidates
- 2
- Linked Offices
- 1
Result Overview
The centre-right coalition won a clear majority. Meloni became Italy's first female prime minister, leading a coalition with Lega and Forza Italia.
Quick Facts
- Won by Giorgia Meloni
- Voter turnout: 63.9%
- 2 candidates tracked
Details
- election year
- 2022
- office contested
- Chamber of Deputies and Senate
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Italy
Parliamentary republic in Southern Europe. Founding EU member with a fragmented multi-party system and frequent coalition governments.
Elly Schlein
Leader of Italy's Democratic Party since 2023. Progressive politician and former vice president of Emilia-Romagna.
Giorgia Meloni
Prime Minister of Italy since 2022. Leader of Brothers of Italy and the first woman to hold the office.
Prime Minister of Italy
Head of government of Italy. Leads the Council of Ministers and depends on parliamentary confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who won the Italy 2022 General Election?
- The Italy 2022 General Election was won by Giorgia Meloni. Giorgia Meloni ran as the candidate of Brothers of Italy (centre-right coalition).
- Who came second in the Italy 2022 General Election?
- The runner-up in the Italy 2022 General Election was Enrico Letta. The contest between Giorgia Meloni and Enrico Letta defined the central dynamics of this election.
- What was the voter turnout for the Italy 2022 General Election?
- Voter turnout for the Italy 2022 General Election was 63.9%. Turnout levels reflect public engagement with the democratic process and can be influenced by factors such as voter registration requirements, election accessibility, the competitiveness of the race, and public trust in political institutions.
- When did the Italy 2022 General Election take place?
- The Italy 2022 General Election took place in 2022. Electoral timing in Italy is governed by constitutional requirements and may be influenced by the political circumstances of the moment.
- What offices were contested in the Italy 2022 General Election?
- The Italy 2022 General Election determined who would hold the office of Chamber of Deputies and Senate. The powers and responsibilities of this office make the election significant for the country's governance and policy direction.
- Which country held the Italy 2022 General Election?
- The Italy 2022 General Election was held in Italy. The country's electoral system, political culture, and institutional framework shaped how the election was conducted and what the results mean for governance.
- Who were the candidates in the Italy 2022 General Election?
- 2 candidates participated in the Italy 2022 General Election, including Elly Schlein, Giorgia Meloni. The field of candidates reflects the political landscape and the range of options available to voters.
- What was the outcome of the Italy 2022 General Election?
- The centre-right coalition won a clear majority. Meloni became Italy's first female prime minister, leading a coalition with Lega and Forza Italia.
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Trust & Coverage
- Page Type
- Election dashboard
- Last Updated
- March 21, 2026
- Sources
- Graph-backed
- Data Coverage
- Comprehensive(85/100)
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Head of government of Italy. Leads the Council of Ministers and depends on parliamentary confidence.