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War & Conflict4h 5m ago

Staff at the Italian prime minister's secretariat are on strike because they are now only allowed to work from home once a week, down from two days.

Rome, Italy

Who
Giorgia Meloni’s staff, USB union
What
Staff at the Italian prime minister's secretariat are on strike because they are now only allowed to work from home once a week, down from two days.
When
Thu, 11 Jun 2026 21:45:07 GMT · 4h 5m ago
Where
Rome, Italy ·
Why
The staff argue that overcrowded offices, crumbling buildings, pest infestations, and Rome’s traffic make commuting difficult, in addition to poor office conditions like inadequate air conditioning, water infiltration, and pest issues.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This strike highlights a growing tension between employee demands for flexible work arrangements and institutional needs for in-office presence, potentially affecting government operations in Italy. The situation also draws attention to the quality of government workplaces.

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  1. Currently Reading4h 5m ago
    Staff at the Italian prime minister's secretariat are on strike because they are now only allowed to work from home once a week, down from two days.
  2. War & Conflict4h 5m ago
    Staff at the Italian prime minister's secretariat are on strike because they must reduce their work-from-home days from two to one per week.
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