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Italy Extends Christmas Bonus, Reopens Tax Agreement Amid Union Strikes
The Italian government approved extending the Christmas bonus and reopening a tax agreement for the self-employed, prompting union strikes and political debate.
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Italian GovernmentCouncil Of MinistersCgilUilBrothers Of Italy (Fdi)
Mario SensiniGiancarlo GiorgettiLuca CirianiMaurizio Leo
- What additional funding has been proposed for certain initiatives?
- Among other proposed amendments are a \u20ac500 annual contribution for extracurricular activities for children under 14, and \u20ac700 million for addressing rising prices in public works projects (though more than \u20ac1 billion is needed).
- How many more people will benefit from the Christmas bonus, and how much will the expansion cost?
- The extension of the Christmas bonus will increase beneficiaries from one to two million, costing an additional \u20ac100 million. The tax agreement for self-employed individuals will reopen until December 12, allowing for adjustments to tax payments.
- What was the reaction of unions to the government's measures, and what is the government's response?
- Minister Giorgetti criticized the unions' strike, deeming it pointless given the government's tax reduction measures and bonus expansions. The unions, however, remain critical, viewing the measures as favorable to tax evaders.
- What other provisions are included in the government's decree besides those related to taxes and bonuses?
- The government's decree also includes provisions such as funding for Rome's Metro C, limitations on turnover for public administration, and potential changes in the role of mayors in organizations receiving public funding.
- What measures did the Italian government approve concerning the tax agreement for self-employed workers and the Christmas Bonus?
- The Italian government approved the reopening of the biennial tax agreement for self-employed workers and extended the Christmas Bonus to include single parents and other previously excluded categories.