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Italy loosens court control over public tenders, amid protests
The reform caps penalties for negligent administrators and introduces a 30-day 'silence means consent' rule to accelerate public spending approvals, the government said.
- Italy's parliament approved a reform that reduces controls on public tenders, despite protests from magistrates and opposition lawmakers who believe it will encourage wasteful spending and possible illegality.
- The reform limits the powers of Italy's court of auditors, which ensures compliance with public funds rules.
- The government argues the changes will enhance the economy by speeding up procedures, allowing politicians to approve public works without fear of penalties.
- Opposition Lawmaker Alfredo Bazoli criticized the reform, stating it aims to 'demolish controls on those with power.
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Italy loosens court control over public tenders, amid protests
Italy's parliament on Saturday approved a reform that loosens controls and sanctions regarding public tenders, amid protests from magistrates and opposition lawmakers who say it will encourage wasteful spending and possible illegality.
·United Kingdom
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The reform introduced by the Meloni Government limits the powers of the Court of Auditors, which had recently blocked the construction of the Sicily Bridge.
·Vienna, Austria
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