Tracking politics for Italy — coverage from the newsroom in Rome.
Politics · National NewsItaly's March 22-23 referendum on judicial reform splits judges and prosecutors. Learn what the Nordio Reform means for your legal rights and constitutional protections.
Economy · PoliticsYoung buyers drive Italy's mortgage boom with 80% state guarantees, 3.28% rates, and under-36 programs. Complete 2026 guide to qualifying, costs, and timing.
Economy · PoliticsMilan court orders Taranto steel plant shutdown by Aug 2026 unless environmental fixes made. 25,000 jobs at risk as government warns sale could collapse.
Economy · PoliticsEU-Mercosur trade deal advances as Uruguay and Argentina ratify, opening 700M consumer market to Italian exports despite farmer protests and court referral.
Economy · PoliticsEuropean Central Bank reports €1.25B loss in 2025, blocking profit payouts to Italy's Treasury. Recovery expected by 2026. What this means for you.
Politics · National NewsJustice Ministry chief faces charges over Libyan war crimes suspect release. What the Almasri case means for Italy's judiciary before March referendum.
Politics · National NewsItaly's parliament debates new voting rules that could guarantee stable majorities by 2027. Understand how this electoral reform affects your representation.
Politics · National News41-year-old man arrested in Giardini Naxos, Sicily under Italy's new femicide law. Case highlights protective orders, victim support protocols, and the 1522 helpline for survivors.
Politics · National NewsItaly's government proposes new voting rules for 2027 with automatic coalition bonus at 40%. How the changes eliminate direct candidate voting and reshape your ballot.