The Pnrr decree, which concerns the governance structure of the Pnrr and is linked to the Italian Recovery and Resilience Plan, has sparked controversy in Italy. However, there are other aspects that are not covered and have no connection with the Pnrr, such as the law on abortion. During a daily press briefing, European Commission for Economic Affairs spokesperson Veerle Nuyts expressed her position on the ongoing debate on abortion in Italy.
The European official’s statement has caused controversy in Italy over the government’s use of European funds. Riccardo Magi, Secretary of +Europa, criticized the government’s use of PNRR funds to introduce pro-life associations into clinics, stating that it is a political move that offends women, freedoms, dignity, and is an improper use of funds. Similarly, parliamentarians from the 5 Star Movement of Social Affairs commissions criticized the government for including a rule to allow pro-life associations into counseling centers in the Pnrr decree. They stated that this action was shameful as it used European funds for ideological propaganda and restricted women’s rights.
In conclusion, they highlighted that instead of focusing on resolving issues affecting Italian consultants by adopting their bill presented to the Chamber, which proposes providing resources and qualified personnel to ensure compliance with the law on abortion, the government prioritizes retrograde propaganda over women’s rights.