# Northern Cyprus electoral reform and upcoming elections

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/northern-cyprus-electoral-reform-and-upcoming-elections
> Updated: 2026-10-11T07:14:29.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Northern Cyprus is preparing for simultaneous general and local elections scheduled for December 6. The transition to this combined electoral model has generated debate; supporters suggest it may reduce invalid votes and increase efficiency, while critics argue it restricts freedom of choice and creates logistical complexities that could confuse voters.

As the election approaches, the political landscape is characterized by competition between the Republican Turkish Party (CTP) and the National Unity Party (UBP). Recent polling indicates the CTP leads with 37.5% compared to the UBP’s 33.1% following the distribution of undecided voters. The CTP has focused its platform on fiscal discipline, meritocracy, and combating corruption.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: Turkish Cypriots to hold dual elections on December 6

Turkish Cypriots will hold simultaneous local and parliamentary elections on December 6, with the CTP leading in recent polls over the UBP.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkish-cypriots-to-hold-dual-elections-on-december-6

### 2026-09-28: Northern Cyprus voters react to combined general and local elections

New regulations in Northern Cyprus combining general and local elections on December 6 have caused voter uncertainty and debate over electoral complexity and voting freedom.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/northern-cyprus-voters-react-to-combined-general-and-local-elections

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