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Bolzano and Merano Mayoral Run-offs Mark Key Turning Point in Regional Politics

Centre-right Corrarati and centre-left Andriollo compete in Bolzano, as SVP neutrality and low voter turnout shape uncertain outcomes.

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Overview

  • Bolzano's mayoral run-off pits centre-right candidate Claudio Corrarati against centre-left Juri Andriollo, with polls open until 22:00 today.
  • The Südtiroler Volkspartei (SVP) has opted for neutrality, leaving its voters free to decide, despite holding significant sway in the outcome.
  • Turnout by 11 AM in Bolzano was 12.0%, reflecting a decline compared to the first round and previous elections, raising concerns over voter engagement.
  • Economic and agricultural groups within the SVP back Corrarati, while prominent SVP figures, including Oskar Peterlini and Martha Stocker, endorse Andriollo.
  • Simultaneously, Merano's run-off features SVP's Katharina Zeller against incumbent centre-right mayor Dario Dal Medico, highlighting broader regional political shifts.