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Acquitted Prefect on Migrant Crisis
Domenico Cuttaia, former head of the Venice prefecture, discusses his acquittal, the challenges of managing the migrant crisis, and the lack of cooperation from local authorities.
Italian
Italy
PoliticsItalyRefugees And MigrationLocal GovernmentMigrant CrisisAcquittal
Venice PrefectureMinistry Of The Interior
Domenico CuttaiaMichela Nicolussi Moro
- Why was the hub in Cona opened?
- The decision to open a migrant hub in Cona was due to the inability to find suitable housing in smaller towns, despite advocating for dispersed accommodation. Cuttaia emphasizes the moral obligation to provide shelter to those arriving in distress.
- How does Domenico Cuttaia feel after being acquitted?
- Domenico Cuttaia, the former head of the Venice prefecture, expresses relief at his acquittal. He highlights the constant support received from citizens throughout the trial and emphasizes that no mayor, even those who opposed his migrant policies, personally attacked him.
- What happened to Cuttaia's career after the investigation?
- Cuttaia's career continued after leaving Venice, despite the investigation. He was appointed commissioner against racketeering and usury by the Ministry of the Interior, highlighting continued confidence in his work.
- What is Cuttaia's perspective on the current migrant situation?
- Cuttaia expresses gratitude to journalists for their objective reporting during the trial. He notes that the reduced number of migrant arrivals has changed the situation, and he is now retired.
- What challenges did Cuttaia face in managing the migrant crisis?
- Cuttaia states that the lack of cooperation from local authorities in Veneto made it difficult to find housing for asylum seekers. This resulted in the necessity of using large centers like the ex-military base in Cona, instead of the preferred dispersed accommodation.