Slovenia goes to polls in election marked by claims of anti-Romany rhetoric
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Slovenia held elections on Sunday between incumbent Prime Minister Robert Golob of the Freedom Movement party and Janez Janša of the Slovenian Democratic party. Polls indicated a narrow lead for Janša, though neither candidate is expected to secure a majority. Campaigners have raised concerns about increasing anti-Romany rhetoric from both candidates, accusing them of scapegoating the Romany minority. The election has become a referendum on the treatment of Slovenia's marginalized Romany population of approximately 12,000, who face significant disparities in life expectancy, infant mortality, and access to basic services. Advocates fear the election's outcome could further erode the rights of Romany communities.
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AI-ExtractedLife expectancy for Roma in Slovenia was 22 years lower than the rest of the population in 2020.
In November, the government passed a law that turned some Romany neighbourhoods into “security zones”.
Golob’s government was accused last year of treating Romany people as a security threat.
Campaigners in Slovenia have warned of a surge in anti-Romany rhetoric as the country heads to the polls.
Polls suggest Janša’s Slovenian Democratic party has a narrow lead.
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