Italy's 'Cura Italia' Decree Allocates €25 Billion, Including Cultural and Tourism Support
The Italian Council of Ministers approved the 'Cura Italia' decree, allocating €25 billion to support the economy and workers amid the pandemic. For culture and tourism, measures include extraordinary allowances for workers, social safety nets, a €130 million emergency fund for live entertainment and cinema, voucher refunds for tickets and hotel stays, and a global promotional campaign. Minister Dario Franceschini emphasized close consultation with industry associations. The decree also provides a €100 bonus for workers unable to work remotely.
Key facts
- The 'Cura Italia' decree was approved by the Italian Council of Ministers.
- It allocates €25 billion for economic support.
- A €130 million emergency fund is established for live entertainment, cinema, and audiovisual sectors.
- Voucher refunds are extended to tickets for shows, cinemas, theaters, museums, and hotel stays.
- Extraordinary allowances are provided for workers in tourism, culture, entertainment, cinema, and audiovisual.
- Social safety nets are extended to seasonal workers in tourism and entertainment.
- A global promotional campaign for Italy's image, including tourism and culture, is planned.
- A €100 bonus is granted to workers earning under €40,000 who cannot work remotely.
Entities
Institutions
- Italian Council of Ministers
- Ministero per i Beni e le Attività Culturali e per il Turismo
Locations
- Italy