Campania Governor De Luca Battles Culture Minister Sangiuliano Over Blocked Cohesion Funds
The ongoing conflict between Campania Governor Vincenzo De Luca and Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano has escalated regarding the stalled cohesion funds, with De Luca accusing the central government of obstructing regional progress. He emphasized that €1.3 billion is earmarked for a financial reserve through the POC Fund, yet 290 contracting stations risk insolvency as they cannot finish projects by December. De Luca also pointed out that €500 million is designated to complete ongoing works, contrasting this with Emilia-Romagna's receipt of €120 million in 2021, while Campania has endured 18 months of negotiations without resolution. He noted that project costs have surged by 30% due to delays. The TAR Campania has mandated the Department for Cohesion to finalize assessments in 45 days. Sangiuliano countered, asserting that the Ministry of Culture has allocated over €800 million to Campania.
Key facts
- Campania Governor Vincenzo De Luca disputes Culture Minister Gennaro Sangiuliano over blocked cohesion funds.
- De Luca claims the Region set aside €1.3 billion from its own budget for a POC Fund reserve.
- 290 contracting stations have not completed works by December, risking insolvency for 290 municipalities.
- €500 million from the POC Fund is earmarked to help municipalities complete projects.
- Emilia-Romagna received an advance of €120 million in FSC funds in 2021, while Campania waits 18 months.
- Delay has increased project costs by 30%, damaging businesses and families.
- TAR Campania ruled in favor of the Region, giving 45 days for assessment completion.
- Sangiuliano stated the Ministry of Culture allocated over €800 million to Campania; only 37% of 2014-2020 funds used.
Entities
Artists
- Stefano Monti
Institutions
- Artribune
- Ministero della Cultura
- Ministero per le Politiche di Coesione
- Agenzia della Coesione
- Presidenza del Consiglio
- TAR Campania
- Ragioneria Generale dello Stato
- Unione Europea
- Regione Campania
- Ansa
Locations
- Campania
- Italia
- Napoli
- Piazza Plebiscito
- Emilia Romagna
- Campi Flegrei