The Unimpresa Study Center report has revealed that 14.4% of the Italian population, which is about 8.5 million people, are at risk of poverty. This group faces highly precarious economic conditions with almost 2 million unemployed individuals and 6.6 million “working poor.” Additionally, over 5 million people are classified as being in absolute poverty, bringing the total number of Italians in partial or extreme difficulty to almost 14 million.
Despite a slight decrease in the number of people at risk of poverty in recent years, the challenge for the Italian government is to reduce this number even further. The report highlights the importance of supporting these individuals and preventing their situation from worsening.
To combat poverty in Italy, efforts have been made to create conditions for businesses to grow, invest and create new jobs. The Unimpresa study center recommends reducing bureaucracy and taxes while providing incentives for those who create new stable jobs. It emphasizes that the government should prioritize supporting businesses to address the issue of poverty effectively.
The report also indicates that part-time workers with fixed-term contracts have seen an increase while the number of employees with full-time contracts has decreased. It is essential to implement measures to support these workers and prevent them from falling into poverty. Efforts need to be made to ensure stability in employment and income for vulnerable workers.
In conclusion, reducing poverty remains a significant challenge for Italy’s government, but by implementing policies aimed at supporting businesses and creating stable employment opportunities, it can help alleviate some of this hardship for millions of citizens who are currently at risk or living in poverty.