Meloni government: Why the number of party-switching politicians is falling dramatically

In Italy, hundreds of MPs have switched from one party to another during their term in parliament. Under Prime Minister Meloni, this number has fallen sharply. Experts see this as a sign of growing political stability.

Almut Siefert
10. March 2026
Chamber, Communications from the Prime Minister in view of the European Council Chamber, Communications from the Prime Minister in view of the European Council. In the photo: the Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the Minister for Relations with Parliament Luca Ciriani, the Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Matteo Salvini, the Minister for European Affairs Tommaso Foti ROme, Dec 17th 2025, Credit: Francesco Fotia Avalon Italy, Italia, Rome
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during a speech in Parliament in Rome. (IMAGO / Avalon.red)

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Last updated: 10. March 2026