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Italy's Meloni Faces Pushback on Migrant Lawyer Incentive Repeal

4/21/2026

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Premier Giorgia Meloni's government plans to repeal a €615 incentive for lawyers representing migrants who voluntarily return.
President Sergio Mattarella refused to approve the measure, citing concerns from the opposition and constitutional experts.
The security decree must be enacted by April 25 to avoid lapsing and may be amended through a separate decree.
The security bill includes preventive detention for known troublemakers during demonstrations.
It also aims to enhance police protection.

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Premier Giorgia Meloni's government plans to repeal a €615 incentive for lawyers representing migrants who voluntarily return.
President Sergio Mattarella refused to approve the measure, citing concerns from the opposition and constitutional experts.
The security decree must be enacted by April 25 to avoid lapsing and may be amended through a separate decree.
The security bill includes preventive detention for known troublemakers during demonstrations.
It also aims to enhance police protection.