November 4, 2026

Central Election Commission of LatviaGovernment

Latvia · founded 1922

What it is

The Central Election Commission of Latvia is the independent public authority responsible for the organization and administration of all national elections and referendums across Latvia. It ensures free, fair, and legally compliant voting for the Saeima, European Parliament, local councils, and popular initiatives. Originally established in July 1922 for the election of the first Saeima, it ceased operations during the Soviet occupation and was officially re-established in December 1992 following the restoration of national independence.

People

Māris Zviedris
Chairperson of the Central Election Commission
Andris Kulbergs
Prime Minister and Leader of the United List
Aldis Austers
Member of the Central Election Commission (abstained)
Raimonds Lejnieks-Puķe
Parliamentary candidate (appeal dismissed)

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