European Works Councils: new Directive coming soon
The new EU Directive on European Works Councils strengthens information and consultation rights and sets new obligations for multinational companies
Newsflash & Insights
CCNL (Italy’s national collective bargaining agreement) for Business Executives: what’s introduced with the renewal
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.
Occupational health and safety: publication of a new Decree
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.
Foreign employees: publication of Flow Decree 2026-2028
Italy’s new Entry Quota Decree 2026-2028 sets over 497,000 entries for foreign workers, introducing streamlined procedures and updated eligibility criteria.
New rules for foreign workers entering Italy
Italy’s Decree-Law No. 146/2025 simplifies entry procedures for foreign workers and reinforces authenticity checks and permit safeguards.
Remuneration: delegation of powers to the Government approved
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.
First law on artificial intelligence passed
Italy’s first law on artificial intelligence sets out key principles and rules, with specific implications for employment and professional services.
Cars assigned for both business and personal use
Updates from the Italian Revenue Agency on fringe benefits for company cars used for both business and private purposes.
Workers with serious illnesses: new measures to safeguard health-related needs and the right to work
New protections under Law no. 106/2025 for workers affected by serious illnesses: leave, medical time off, remote work and job retention.
Protection against unlawful dismissal in small businesses: the Constitutional Court ruling
The Constitutional Court has ruled that the cap on compensation for unlawful dismissal by small businesses is unconstitutional, as it fails to ensure adequate, personalised redress and deterrence.
Heat Emergency 2025: the new guidelines for safety at work
A new Protocol has been signed to address the heatwave emergency at work: it introduces prevention measures, simplified income support schemes and safeguards for employers.
Employee emails and Internet: new measures from the Italian Data Protection Authority
The Italian Data Protection Authority sanctions the Lombardy Regional Authorities and calls on employers to review how email and Internet data is managed in the workplace.
