Slovenians narrowly keep parliamentary investigation law
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Ljubljana, Slovenia on October 11, 2026. Newest first.
Janez Janša is a long-time leader of Slovenia's right-wing SDS party and has served multiple terms as prime minister. Slovenia allows referendums to challenge laws passed by the National Assembly.
Slovenians voted in a referendum on whether to overturn the Law on Parliamentary Investigation adopted in May 2026. Reported results show the law was upheld by a narrow 51% to 49% margin.
Why it matters: The close vote reflects deep polarisation over parliamentary oversight powers linked to Janez Janša's government.
Slovenians voted in a referendum on whether to overturn the Law on Parliamentary Investigation adopted in May 2026. Reports indicate the law was narrowly upheld, with a roughly 51% to 49% split.
Why it matters: The near-even result reflects deep polarisation over parliament's oversight powers under Prime Minister Janez Janša.