The Greek government is introducing a new electoral law for local elections, aiming to overhaul the selection process of mayors and regional governors. Key reforms include:
- Elimination of the second voting round: A candidate securing over 42% wins directly.
- Alternative mayoral selection method: If no candidate surpasses 42%, voters will indicate a second-choice mayor from other tickets.
- Reduction in the number of council candidates and abolition of Municipal Units as electoral bases.
- Municipal councilors to be elected citywide, and public servant secondments to municipal roles to end.
- Local elections postponed from October to late November for smoother administrative transition.
- Discussions on absentee and electronic voting, including enabling non-resident voters to vote where they live.
