From numbers to values: Unimpresa supports Cisl’s appeal for a modern and inclusive labor pact
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Irpef tax reform: €18 billion cost excludes self-employed and freelancers
Italy’s 2025 tax overhaul favors employees and leaves out over 10 million workers
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Youth hiring bonus 2025: how to get full contribution relief for hiring under-35 workers
Complete guide to the rules, eligibility, and application process for the under-35 hiring incentive under the Cohesion Decree
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Women Bonus 2025: golden opportunity for companies hiring women
Permanent contracts and up to €650/month in exemptions: here’s how the new hiring incentive works
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Workplace training reform: clearer, smarter, more inclusive rules now in force
Published in the Official Gazette the new State-Regions Agreement on health and safety training: duration, KPIs, updates and attention to workers
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Italy, the country of poor wages
Over 6 million workers earn less than €1,000 a month: CGIL raises the alarm
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Ponte dei Congressi: €300 million to reconnect Rome across the Tiber
ANAS and Rome sign a deal: new bridge, green park and urban regeneration project to link EUR and Fiumicino
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Overtime, but with caution: how to avoid legal risks and penalties
Five practical scenarios for companies and employees: what the law says, what contracts provide, and the actual risks involved
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Youth bonus: a golden chance to hire under-35s at (almost) zero cost
From May 16, 2025, applications open for the incentive under the Cohesion Decree: up to €650 per month for each permanent young hire
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Youth and women hiring bonus: how to apply on the INPS portal and get up to €650/month
New INPS incentives under the Cohesion Decree for employers hiring under 35s and disadvantaged women
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Sick leave medical checks: INPS simplifies the request and tracking system
Two new features make it easier for employers to request and monitor employee medical checks
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Easy INPS adds new features to streamline correction notes
Three new macro-causes for contribution discrepancies now available to employers and intermediaries
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Employee classification: the hidden risk that could backfire
Why choosing the right category, qualification, tasks and level matters more than you think
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Youth bonus 2025: hiring under-35s gets cheaper, but mind the bureaucratic traps
Green light for the contribution exemption for employers hiring young workers on permanent contracts—but retroactive applications remain an issue
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Women’s hiring bonus 2025: up to 24 months of contribution relief for companies in Southern Italy and gender-imbalanced sectors
The implementing decree is now official: employers can get up to €650 per month for each newly hired woman
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Italy 2035: 3 million workers will be missing
A shrinking workforce raises national concerns
According to Cgia di Mestre’s research office, by 2035 Italy will face a loss of 3 million workers. This drop is due to the ageing population and falling birth rate, resulting in a severe reduction of the working-age population. The repercussions will ripple through every sector of the economy.
Small and medium enterprises in the crosshairs
The SMEs, the backbone of the Italian economy, will suffer the most. With fewer workers available, productivity may decrease, skill shortages will increase and many businesses, especially in transport and tourism, could face operational difficulties. A GDP slowdown is also expected, which could undermine public debt sustainability and reduce investment attractiveness.
Public finances and welfare under pressure
Fewer workers mean lower tax revenues and higher spending on pensions and healthcare. This imbalance could strain the public finances and threaten the entire welfare system. The risk of a structural crisis is real if no action is taken.
Possible solutions
Italy must act now by increasing female workforce participation, attracting skilled immigration, investing in training and digital transformation, and encouraging smart automation. Without decisive reforms, the country risks running out of both labor and prospects.
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Goodbye to the bandolier: Italian Carabinieri change gear, but the union wants more
A historic shift after 211 years
One of the most iconic symbols of the Italian Carabinieri is being retired. The General Command has officially decided to eliminate the use of the bandolier during operational duties. After 211 years of presence in the uniform, this emblematic accessory will no longer be worn in any operational context—whether on foot, in vehicles, on horseback, or during surveillance of sensitive targets.
Though globally recognized as a symbol of the force, the bandolier has now been deemed outdated and even detrimental to the safety of Carabinieri in action. The focus now shifts to functionality and protection in the field, in line with the evolving needs of law enforcement.
MOSAC approves, but asks for more
The change has been positively received by MOSAC, the Independent Carabinieri Union Movement, but the response is far from unconditional praise. Luca Spagnolo, legal representative of the union, welcomed the move but also expressed hope that it marks just the beginning of a broader process of modernization.
Among the most urgent requests is the adoption of a polo shirt for summer operations, to replace the traditional blue shirt. This is not just about comfort: the union points out that the current summer gear fails to protect officers from heat-related risks, and does not comply with the Italian Health and Safety Law (Legislative Decree 81/2008).
Beyond uniforms: safety and dignity at stake
While MOSAC appreciates the removal of the bandolier, it warns against mistaking symbolic gestures for structural change. “Taking away an uncomfortable accessory or replacing a shirt does not improve the actual working conditions of Carabinieri,” Spagnolo stresses.
The union highlights deeper concerns: the purchasing power of salaries, adequate compensation for operational risks, and the need for real workplace dignity. Without addressing these core issues, even progressive measures risk becoming, as MOSAC puts it, “pastries handed to a people asking for bread.”
Symbolic gesture or real reform?
The abolition of the bandolier is undoubtedly a symbolic milestone, but whether it leads to a broader transformation remains to be seen. MOSAC sends a clear message: modernization must go beyond the uniform. It must guarantee rights, security, and recognition for those who serve.
As the operational and economic challenges increase, MOSAC prepares for future battles—because true protection for the Carabinieri comes not only from safer uniforms but from real, measurable improvements in their professional lives.
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Workplace Deaths in Italy: A Silent Massacre That Won’t Stop
The Tragic Toll of January 2025
The first month of 2025 brings a grim toll: 60 workplace deaths, 15 more than in the same period last year, marking a 33.3% increase. Among them, 46 died on the job, while 14 lost their lives commuting.
The most affected regions are Umbria, Trentino-Alto Adige, Calabria, Basilicata, Puglia, and Piemonte, while Lombardy and Veneto report the highest number of victims overall.
Which Sectors Are Most Affected?
The sector most affected by workplace fatalities is transportation and warehousing, with 6 victims. This is followed by manufacturing and construction, each with 4 deaths. These numbers highlight the persistent lack of safety in these industries.
Age and Nationality of the Victims
The most at-risk age groups are 55-64 years (with 4.5 fatalities per million workers) and 15-24 years (2.5 per million). This shows that both experienced workers and young employees are dangerously exposed to occupational hazards.
Another shocking statistic is the number of foreign workers who died: 10 out of 46, with a mortality rate of 4.2 per million workers, more than double that of Italians (1.7 per million).
A Never-Ending Crisis: The Most At-Risk Regions
The Safety and Environment Observatory classified Italian regions by risk level:
- Red zone (risk over 125% of the national average): Umbria, Trentino-Alto Adige, Calabria, Basilicata, Puglia, and Piemonte.
- Orange zone: Campania and Veneto.
- Yellow zone: Lombardy, Liguria, and Marche.
- White zone (risk below the national average): Tuscany, Lazio, Sicily, Emilia-Romagna, Abruzzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Molise, Sardinia, and Valle d’Aosta.
Fewer Injury Reports, but More Fatalities
A seemingly positive note is the 0.9% decrease in total injury reports compared to January 2024, from 42,166 to 41,800. However, workplace fatalities continue to rise, proving that fewer reports don’t mean safer conditions.
The Most Dangerous Day? Tuesday
Data analysis reveals that Tuesday is the deadliest day of the week, with 23.9% of all workplace fatalities occurring on this day.
How Can We Stop This Massacre?
Stricter safety regulations, better training, and investments in preventive technologies are essential. The safety and well-being of workers must be a national priority.
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