Anne Carrion 
The conversion of the 2026 Milleproroghe Decree extends employment incentives for young people, women and workers in Special Economic Zones, with reliefs of up to 100%.
The 2026 Budget Law sets out significant changes to employment-related rules, including incentives, tax reliefs, family support measures and pension reforms affecting employers.
The new Incentives Code reorganises business aid and introduces delocalisation rules, including repayment obligations, sanctions and restrictions on future incentives.
The renewed Metalworking Industry National Agreement introduces updates on pay, welfare, fixed-term contracts, procurement, safety and protections for vulnerable workers.
The new EU Directive on European Works Councils strengthens information and consultation rights and sets new obligations for multinational companies
The renewed National Collective Agreement for Executives in the Tertiary, Distribution and Services sectors (2026-2028) introduces salary increases, welfare measures, and updates on social contributions and flexible contracts.
Decree-Law No. 159/2025 introduces new rules on health and safety at work, including insurance premium criteria, digital ID cards, the credit licence system and prevention-focused training.
Italy’s new Entry Quota Decree 2026-2028 sets over 497,000 entries for foreign workers, introducing streamlined procedures and updated eligibility criteria.
Italy’s Decree-Law No. 146/2025 simplifies entry procedures for foreign workers and reinforces authenticity checks and permit safeguards.
Italy’s Law No. 144/2025 delegates to the Government new powers on pay, collective bargaining, and transparency to ensure fair remuneration and tackle underpaid work.
Italy’s first law on artificial intelligence sets out key principles and rules, with specific implications for employment and professional services.
Updates from the Italian Revenue Agency on fringe benefits for company cars used for both business and private purposes.
