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Self-determination in the Rockies

The Canadian province of Alberta flirts with secession, raising awkward memories of Britain's departure from the EU.

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Spain deals in the far right

An election in Spain's biggest region deals a further blow to the idea of single-party government.

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Labour and Tories both face their demons

Local elections in Britain show the far right still in the lead, but with some signs of its position weakening.

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Bulgaria makes a decision

Bulgarian voters end their long period of instability by choosing an anti-corruption but pro-Russian prime minister.

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Hungary and Victoria

Victoria's attempt to shut out independents fares badly in court, just as the Hungarian election shows the danger of trying to rig election rules.

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Landslide in Hungary

A stunning opposition victory in Hungary gives hope to the democratic world and tells us that authoritarians are not invincible.

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Charles Richardson Elections, Europe 1 Comment 13 April 202613 April 2026

All eyes on Hungary

Hungary's future is on the line on Sunday, and with it a certain model for right-wing politics around the world.

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Bumper European roundup

News from elections in Denmark, Slovenia, Spain and Germany, plus a referendum in Italy.

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France’s mainstream holds on

France's municipal elections wind up, with not much change and a continued strong showing from the mainstream parties.

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Slovenia & Denmark

Slovenia and Denmark are both going to the polls, with both sets of incumbents in some difficulty.

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