What's the government response timeline for Italy?
Response timeline
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COVID-19 government response timeline for Italy
Find out what policies Italy has implemented to combat the pandemic.
Jan 23rd, 2020Jan 23
Level 1 of 4
C8: International travel controls - screening arrivalsDetails
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=salastampa&p=comunicatistampa&id=5372
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Level 1 of 4
C8: International travel controls - screening arrivalsDetails
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/archivioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&area=nuovocoronavirus&comunicati.page=7
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Level 1 of 4
C8: International travel controls - screening arrivalsDetails
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=salastampa&p=comunicatistampa&id=5376
HideJan 27th, 2020Jan 27
Level 1 of 4
C8: International travel controls - screening arrivalsDetails
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=salastampa&p=comunicatistampa&id=5382
HideJan 28th, 2020Jan 28
Level 1 of 4
C8: International travel controls - screening arrivalsDetails
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=salastampa&p=comunicatistampa&id=5385
HideJan 30th, 2020Jan 30
Level 3 of 4
C8: International travel controls - ban arrivals from some regionsDetails
"Italy on Jan. 30 barred all commercial flights to and from China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan, the same day two Chinese tourists from hard-hit Wuhan tested positive for the new type of coronavirus in Rome." https://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/italy-turkey-screen-arriving-passengers-coronavirus-68774305
HideJan 31st, 2020Jan 31
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
"Dichiarazione dello stato di emergenza in conseguenza del rischio sanitario connesso all'insorgenza di patologie derivanti da agenti virali trasmissibili." https://www.gazzettaufficiale.it/atto/serie_generale/caricaDettaglioAtto/originario;jsessionid=m-TCzlLUKBrw2D8F4H4Xlg__.ntc-as1-guri2a?atto.dataPubblicazioneGazzetta=2020-02-01&atto.codiceRedazionale=20A00737&elenco30giorni=false
HideJan 31st, 2020Jan 31
Level 1 of 3
H2: Testing policy - only those who both (a) have symptoms AND (b) meet specific criteria (eg key workers, admitted to hospital, came into contact with a known case, returned from overseas)Details
First two ppl test positive in Italy, both Chinese tourists - were symptomatic and met deemed eligible for testing hence indicating the country had commenced testing symptomatic and eligible patients. https://www.corriere.it/cronache/20_gennaio_30/coronavirus-italia-corona-9d6dc436-4343-11ea-bdc8-faf1f56f19b7.shtml
HideJan 31st, 2020Jan 31
Level 2 of 2
H3: Contact tracing - comprehensive contact tracing; done for all identified casesDetails
Reports about the first 2 tourists to test positive in Rome describe a comprehensive attempt at contact tracing and isolation. "Health surveillance has already been activated - explain from the Lazio Region -, at the moment people are all asymptomatic and do not cause concern" - https://www.corriere.it/cronache/20_gennaio_31/virus-primi-due-casi-italia-due-cinesi-marito-moglie-italia-dieci-giorni-e365df1c-43b3-11ea-bdc8-faf1f56f19b7.shtml
HideFeb 1st, 2020Feb 01
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)
Feb 21st, 2020Feb 21
Level 2 of 2
C7: Restrictions on internal movement - internal movement restrictions in placeDetails
"Istituzione della zona rossa nei seguenti comuni: Codogno, Castiglione d’Adda, Casalpusterlengo, Fombio, Maleo, Somaglia, Bertonico, Terranova dei Passerini, Castelgerundo e San Fiorano in provincia di Lodi; Vò Euganea in provincia di Padova.? Non è consentito l'ingresso nè l'uscita di persone da questi comuni." https://www.nextquotidiano.it/coronavirus-dove-sono-i-venti-contagiati-in-italia/
HideFeb 22nd, 2020Feb 22
Level 3 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for all-but-essential workplaces (eg grocery stores, doctors)Details
Targeted lockdown in the North starting Feb 22 ( https://www.garda.com/fr/crisis24/alertes-de-securite/316651/italy-towns-in-lombardy-and-veneto-placed-on-lockdown-february-22-update-5)
HideFeb 23rd, 2020Feb 23
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Feb 23rd, 2020Feb 23
Level 2 of 2
C3: Cancel public events - require cancellingDetails
Feb 23rd, 2020Feb 23
Level 4 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - restrictions on gatherings of 10 people or lessDetails
https://www.la7.it/nonelarena/video/lelenco-dei-comuni-in-quarantena-a-causa-del-coronavirus-23-02-2020-308963 Localised quarantine in Lombardy
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Level 2 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - require not leaving house with exceptions for daily exercise, grocery shopping, and 'essential' tripsDetails
https://www.la7.it/nonelarena/video/lelenco-dei-comuni-in-quarantena-a-causa-del-coronavirus-23-02-2020-308963 Localised quarantine in Lombardy
HideFeb 23rd, 2020Feb 23
Level 2 of 2
C7: Restrictions on internal movement - internal movement restrictions in placeDetails
https://www.la7.it/nonelarena/video/lelenco-dei-comuni-in-quarantena-a-causa-del-coronavirus-23-02-2020-308963 Localised quarantine in Lombardy
HideFeb 26th, 2020Feb 26
Level 2 of 3
H2: Testing policy - testing of anyone showing Covid-19 symptomsDetails
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/covid-19-testing/ Italy announced on Feb. 26 that it would relax its testing criteria to the point that contacts linked to confirmed cases or recent travelers to outbreak areas would not be tested anymore, unless they show symptoms.
HideFeb 27th, 2020Feb 27
Level 2 of 2
H3: Contact tracing - comprehensive contact tracing; done for all identified casesDetails
https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/livinghit.aspx?Section=1.4%20Monitoring%20and%20surveillance&Type=Section
HideFeb 28th, 2020Feb 28
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=salastampa&p=comunicatistampa&id=5461
HideMar 4th, 2020Mar 04
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Mar 4th, 2020Mar 04
Level 2 of 2
C3: Cancel public events - require cancellingDetails
http://www.governo.it/it/articolo/coronavirus-firmato-il-dpcm-4-marzo-2020/14241 "shows, events and shows of any kind.. are cancelled" "sports events and competitions of all types and disciplines, held in every place, both public and private, are also suspended"
HideMar 4th, 2020Mar 04
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
Mar 5th, 2020Mar 05
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Mar 7th, 2020Mar 07
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=salastampa&p=comunicatistampa&id=5468
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Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
Mar 9th, 2020Mar 09
Level 2 of 2
C3: Cancel public events - require cancellingDetails
Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announced, effective immediately: "All sports events and outdoor gatherings would now be forbidden. The days of young people gathering at outdoor events and pubs were over." - https://www.nytimes.com/2020/03/09/world/europe/italy-lockdown-coronavirus.html
HideMar 10th, 2020Mar 10
Level 3 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for all-but-essential workplaces (eg grocery stores, doctors)Details
Countrywide lockdown: "On Monday, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte ordered people to stay home and seek permission for essential travel" ( https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51810673)
HideMar 10th, 2020Mar 10
Level 2 of 2
C3: Cancel public events - require cancellingDetails
Nationwide lockdown https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51810673
HideMar 10th, 2020Mar 10
Level 4 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - restrictions on gatherings of 10 people or lessDetails
Nationwide ban on public events https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51810673
HideMar 10th, 2020Mar 10
Level 2 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - require not leaving house with exceptions for daily exercise, grocery shopping, and 'essential' tripsDetails
Nationwide Lockdown - everyone expected to stay at home except for exceptional trips https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51810673
HideMar 10th, 2020Mar 10
Level 2 of 2
C7: Restrictions on internal movement - internal movement restrictions in placeDetails
Nationwide Lockdown https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51810673
HideMar 10th, 2020Mar 10
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/archivioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&area=nuovocoronavirus&comunicati.page=1; https://www.iss.it/documents/20126/0/Poster+Raccomandazioni+isolamento+rev+12+marzo+%281%29.pdf/d409de34-8bba-a220-10e8-e7e8a33963c3?t=1584027346339 - public health poster
HideMar 11th, 2020Mar 11
Level 1 of 2
C5: Close public transport - recommend closing (or significantly reduce volume/route/means of transport available)Details
Mar 12th, 2020Mar 12
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Mar 12th, 2020Mar 12
Level 1 of 2
C5: Close public transport - recommend closing (or significantly reduce volume/route/means of transport available)Details
Law passed giving government powers to reduce services to minimum that is essential, but unclear whether/when powers used. http://www.governo.it/it/articolo/coronavirus-conte-firma-il-dpcm-11-marzo-2020/14299 (Translated: "The President of the Region with the ordinance referred to in article 3, paragraph 2, of the law decree of 23 February 2020 n. 6, can schedule the service provided by local public transport companies, even if not scheduled, aimed at reducing and eliminating services in relation to the health interventions necessary to contain the coronavirus emergency based on actual needs and for the sole purpose to ensure the minimum essential services... The provisions of this decree take effect from March 12, 2020 and are effective until March 25, 2020.")
HideMar 12th, 2020Mar 12
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/archivioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&area=nuovocoronavirus&comunicati.page=0
HideMar 14th, 2020Mar 14
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/archivioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&area=nuovocoronavirus&comunicati.page=0
HideMar 16th, 2020Mar 16
Level 3 of 4
C8: International travel controls - ban arrivals from some regionsDetails
Mar 17th, 2020Mar 17
Level 1 of 2
E1: Income support - government is replacing less than 50% of lost salary (or if a flat sum, it is less than 50% median salary)Details
Mar 17th, 2020Mar 17
Level 1 of 2
E2: Debt/contract relief - narrow relief, specific to one kind of contractDetails
Mar 17th, 2020Mar 17
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/archivioComunicatiNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&area=nuovocoronavirus&comunicati.page=0
HideMar 18th, 2020Mar 18
Level 1 of 2
E2: Debt/contract relief - narrow relief, specific to one kind of contractDetails
Some renters, depending on income and employment status can ask for postponement of rental payments. Some tax reductions. https://www.thelocal.it/20200318/coronavirus-the-financial-help-available-in-italy-and-how-to-apply
HideMar 20th, 2020Mar 20
Level 1 of 2
C5: Close public transport - recommend closing (or significantly reduce volume/route/means of transport available)Details
Public transport is reduced by 75%, but remain operational throughout the country https://www.ilsole24ore.com/art/la-battaglia-trasporto-pubblico-regione-vuole-chiudere-milano-intende-garantire-lavoratori-ADVcEhE?refresh_ce=1
HideMar 20th, 2020Mar 20
Level 3 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - require not leaving house with minimal exceptions (eg allowed to leave once a week, or only one person can leave at a time, etc)Details
Stricter lockdown rules are introduced - exercise outside is forbidden http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/news/p3_2_1_1_1.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=notizie&p=dalministero&id=4283
HideMar 21st, 2020Mar 21
Level 1 of 2
C5: Close public transport - recommend closing (or significantly reduce volume/route/means of transport available)Details
Public transport is reduced by 75%, but remain operational throughout the country https://www.ilsole24ore.com/art/la-battaglia-trasporto-pubblico-regione-vuole-chiudere-milano-intende-garantire-lavoratori-ADVcEhE?refresh_ce=1
HideMar 25th, 2020Mar 25
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Executive Order No. 19, 25 March 2020. Art. 1, prov. p (p. 79). Source: https://www.gazzettaufficiale.it/eli/gu/2020/03/25/79/sg/pdf
HideMar 25th, 2020Mar 25
Level 3 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for all-but-essential workplaces (eg grocery stores, doctors)Details
Executive Order No. 19, 25 March 2020. Art. 1, prov. s, z, ff (p. 79). Source: https://www.gazzettaufficiale.it/eli/gu/2020/03/25/79/sg/pdf
HideMar 27th, 2020Mar 27
Level 1 of 2
E1: Income support - government is replacing less than 50% of lost salary (or if a flat sum, it is less than 50% median salary)Details
Mar 27th, 2020Mar 27
Level 1 of 2
E2: Debt/contract relief - narrow relief, specific to one kind of contractDetails
Some renters, depending on income and employment status can ask for postponement of rental payments. Some tax reductions. https://www.thelocal.it/20200318/coronavirus-the-financial-help-available-in-italy-and-how-to-apply
HideApr 1st, 2020Apr 01
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
Apr 7th, 2020Apr 07
Level 1 of 2
C5: Close public transport - recommend closing (or significantly reduce volume/route/means of transport available)Details
Public transport is reduced but remains operational throughout the country. The decision will continue until May 3. Source: https://www.ivg.it/2020/04/coronavirus-stretta-sui-trasporti-prorogate-fino-al-3-maggio-le-limitazioni-a-treni-e-aerei/
HideApr 7th, 2020Apr 07
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
Apr 7th, 2020Apr 07
Level 2 of 3
H2: Testing policy - testing of anyone showing Covid-19 symptomsDetails
Source: https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/livinghit.aspx?Section=1.5%20Testing&Type=Section
HideApr 7th, 2020Apr 07
Level 2 of 2
H3: Contact tracing - comprehensive contact tracing; done for all identified casesDetails
https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/livinghit.aspx?Section=1.4%20Monitoring%20and%20surveillance&Type=Section
HideApr 10th, 2020Apr 10
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Executive Order, 10 April 2020. Art. 1, prov. k (p. 97). Source: https://www.gazzettaufficiale.it/eli/gu/2020/04/11/97/sg/pdf
HideApr 10th, 2020Apr 10
Level 3 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for all-but-essential workplaces (eg grocery stores, doctors)Details
Executive Order, 10 April 2020. Art. 1 & 2 (p. 97-98). Source: https://www.gazzettaufficiale.it/eli/gu/2020/04/11/97/sg/pdf
HideApr 10th, 2020Apr 10
Level 2 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - require not leaving house with exceptions for daily exercise, grocery shopping, and 'essential' tripsDetails
Lockdown measures are relaxed slightly https://www.repubblica.it/cronaca/2020/04/10/news/coronavirus_giuseppe_conte_riaperture-253677426/?ref=RHPPTP-BH-I253671889-C12-P2-S2.4-T1&refresh_ce=
HideApr 12th, 2020Apr 12
Level 2 of 2
C5: Close public transport - require closing (or prohibit most citizens from using it)Details
Transportation is limited to emergencies & freight transportation. The decision will continue until May 3. Source: https://www.ivg.it/2020/04/coronavirus-stretta-sui-trasporti-prorogate-fino-al-3-maggio-le-limitazioni-a-treni-e-aerei/
HideApr 23rd, 2020Apr 23
Level 2 of 3
H2: Testing policy - testing of anyone showing Covid-19 symptomsDetails
Source: https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/livinghit.aspx?Section=1.5%20Testing&Type=Section
HideApr 23rd, 2020Apr 23
Level 2 of 2
H3: Contact tracing - comprehensive contact tracing; done for all identified casesDetails
Sources: https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/livinghit.aspx?Section=1.4%20Monitoring%20and%20surveillance&Type=Section *** https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-italy-technology/italy-tests-contact-tracing-app-to-speed-lockdown-exit-idUSKBN21Z0VJ
HideMay 1st, 2020May 01
Level 2 of 2
C3: Cancel public events - require cancellingDetails
All cancelled until May 17. Source: https://www.teamworld.it/concerti-festival/coronavirus-italia-concerti-instore-eventi-musicali/
HideMay 1st, 2020May 01
Level 4 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - restrictions on gatherings of 10 people or lessDetails
Both public and private gatherings are banned until May 17. Source: https://www.teamworld.it/concerti-festival/coronavirus-italia-concerti-instore-eventi-musicali/
HideMay 1st, 2020May 01
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
Updated Website and 24-hours available hotline. Source: http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/
HideMay 4th, 2020May 04
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
May 4th, 2020May 04
Level 1 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - recommend closing (or recommend work from home)Details
"Phase 2 of Italy's plan to ease restrictions began Monday (May 4), with more than 4 million people expected to return to work, some public transport services restored, and many businesses set to reopen, Italy's Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announced on Facebook. 'Like never before, the future of the country will be in our hands.' Although industries such as textiles and manufacturing are restarting, many non-essential stores remain closed. While bars and restaurants were allowed to reopen from Monday, they can only offer takeaway." Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2020/05/04/europe/europe-coronavirus-reopening-lockdown-intl/index.html
HideMay 4th, 2020May 04
Level 0 of 2
C5: Close public transport - no measuresDetails
Trains, buses and airports are now opened but under strict sanitary measures. Source: https://www.corrieremarittimo.it/logistic-transport/oggi-litalia-prova-a-ripartire-mezzi-pubblici-le-nuove-regole/
HideMay 4th, 2020May 04
Level 1 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - recommend not leaving houseDetails
"A new government decree comes into force from May 4th, replacing the strict lockdown rules that had been in place nationwide for more than seven weeks. While it gives back some liberties, including going to the park and exercising outdoors, freedom of movement remains limited – especially over longer distances." Source: https://www.thelocal.it/20200504/phase-two-what-changes-in-italy-from-may-4th
HideMay 4th, 2020May 04
Level 1 of 2
C7: Restrictions on internal movement - recommend not to travel between regions/citiesDetails
"From May 4th you are allowed to return to your permanent place of residence in Italy, even if it means going from one region to another. But once you get home you're expected to stay there: you can't go back and forth between two addresses. And if you're travelling to the south of Italy, some regions have imposed a mandatory quarantine for anyone returning from the north." Source: https://www.thelocal.it/20200504/phase-two-what-changes-in-italy-from-may-4th
HideMay 4th, 2020May 04
Level 2 of 4
C8: International travel controls - quarantine arrivals from some or all regionsDetails
* Italy has begun relaxing some of its strict lockdown rules, but most restrictions on travel -both international and domestic- remain in place. The new decree authorized travel for "proven work needs, situations of need, or health reasons." It's also permitted travel across different towns within the same region. * The country has not technically banned foreign visitors from coming and most Italian airports are now opened. * Anyone returning to Italy from overseas is obliged to spend two weeks in self-isolation. Sources: https://www.thelocal.it/20200504/phase-two-what-changes-in-italy-from-may-4th *** https://www.thelocal.it/20200505/what-are-the-rules-on-travel-around-italy-during-lockdown-phase-two
HideMay 16th, 2020May 16
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Goverment announced closure to the end of the academic year. Classes continue through distance learning. Source: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-italy-education/italian-schools-to-reopen-in-september-education-minister-idUSKBN22P1PK
HideMay 16th, 2020May 16
Level 2 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for some sectors or categories of workersDetails
Manufacturers, construction companies and some wholesalers are allowed to re-open as per the 4th of May. Other sectors, e.g. bars, restaurants, hairdressers etc remain closed. Sources: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52687448 https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-italy-conte/italy-to-start-lifting-coronavirus-lockdown-from-may-4-conte-idUSKCN2280QR
HideMay 16th, 2020May 16
Level 2 of 2
C3: Cancel public events - require cancellingDetails
- Public events, concerts, instore and shows closed till June 14 2020, as per an announcement made by the Italian Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte. Sources: https://www.iq-mag.net/2020/05/concerts-to-return-to-italy-in-june/ https://www.teamworld.it/concerti-festival/coronavirus-italia-concerti-instore-eventi-musicali/
HideMay 16th, 2020May 16
Level 0 of 2
C5: Close public transport - no measuresDetails
Public transport open country-wide but operating under strict sanitary guidelines. Sources: http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioNotizieNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=notizie&p=dalministero&id=4631 http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/covid-19-information-and-updates-for-tourists.html
HideMay 16th, 2020May 16
Level 1 of 2
E2: Debt/contract relief - narrow relief, specific to one kind of contractDetails
The Italian government has provided tax and employment-related relief through the "Cura Italia" decree (17th March 2020) and the "Liquidity'" decree, which intend to assist business by providing loan guarantees, government assumption of non-market risks and certain targeted tax relief (8th March 2020). Source: https://home.kpmg/xx/en/home/insights/2020/04/italy-government-and-institution-measures-in-response-to-covid.html
HideMay 16th, 2020May 16
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
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May 16th, 2020May 16
Level 2 of 3
H2: Testing policy - testing of anyone showing Covid-19 symptomsDetails
Testing remains available to symptomatic inviduals nation-wide. Some regions started testing with ELISA/CLIA serological tests to detect antibodies against SARS-CoV-2, including Lombardy, Toscany and Lazio. Source: https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/countrypage.aspx
HideMay 16th, 2020May 16
Level 2 of 2
H3: Contact tracing - comprehensive contact tracing; done for all identified casesDetails
Contact tracing app to be released by end of May 2020. Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/federicoguerrini/2020/05/19/after-weeks-of-debate-italys-covid-19-contact-tracing-app-almost-ready-to-debut/#4f26ad2d1c5e
HideMay 18th, 2020May 18
Level 2 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for some sectors or categories of workersDetails
From May 18, a nation-wide gradual reopening of some more workplaces has been allowed (following the first easing of the lockdown on the 4th of May), including accomodation facilities (e.g. hotel), museums and culture places, bars, cafes, restaurants, shops and hairdressers. Wellness centres, spas, gyms and sports centres, including swimming pools remain closed. Sources: http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/covid-19-information-and-updates-for-tourists.html ; https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2020/05/18/bars-restaurants-shops-reopen-italy-lockdown-measures-eased/ However, some regions have decided to anticipate or postpone the opening of different activities, taking into account their compatibility with the development of the contagion.
HideMay 18th, 2020May 18
Level 0 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - no restrictionsDetails
The goverment decree of the 17th May 2020 does not set any formal limits on how many friends/people one can see, however the goverment urgers everyone to avoid large gatherings, observ social distanting and wear masks indoors. Source: https://www.thelocal.it/20200518/what-changes-in-italy-from-may-18th
HideMay 18th, 2020May 18
Level 1 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - recommend not leaving houseDetails
"Autocertificazione"i.e. self certification justifying the reason behind being outside no longer needed for movements within the region. Source: https://www.thelocal.it/20200518/what-changes-in-italy-from-may-18th
HideMay 18th, 2020May 18
Level 2 of 2
C7: Restrictions on internal movement - internal movement restrictions in placeDetails
Travelling within the Italian regions is allowed. Travelling outside the region you are in is allowed for only proven work needs, emergency situations or health reasons. From the 3rd of June travel between different regions will be allowed. Source: http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/covid-19-information-and-updates-for-tourists.html
HideMay 18th, 2020May 18
Level 3 of 4
C8: International travel controls - ban arrivals from some regionsDetails
Till 2nd of June 2020 travel abroad (to and from foreign states) is forbidden, except for proven work needs, emergency situations or health reasons. In these cases a quarantine period of 14 days applies. Travelling from and to the Vatican City or the Republic of San Marino to the adjacent regions is allowed. Sources: http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/covid-19-information-and-updates-for-tourists.html http://www.viaggiaresicuri.it/approfondimenti-insights/saluteinviaggio
HideMay 19th, 2020May 19
Level 1 of 2
E1: Income support - government is replacing less than 50% of lost salary (or if a flat sum, it is less than 50% median salary)Details
The Italian Government with Law Decree 19 May 2020 no. 34 ("Decreto Rilancio"), effective as from 19 May 2020, enacted certain measures including: - domestic workers: monthly payment of 500 euros ($544) - self-employed, freelancers and seasonal-workers: to receive a 600-1000 bonus ($653-1089) - unemployed: 400-800 euros ($435-871) for three months (may, june, july) - lay-offs extended for 9 months Sources: https://www.leggioggi.it/2020/05/20/nuovo-decreto-rilancio-maggio-bonus-aiuti-novita-famiglie-lavoratori-imprese/ https://www.thelocal.it/20200514/what-you-need-to-know-about-italy-relaunch-decree
HideMay 20th, 2020May 20
Level 1 of 2
E2: Debt/contract relief - narrow relief, specific to one kind of contractDetails
The "relaunch decree" effective from the 20th of May introduces several measures to help workers and the economy. Key debt/contract relief measures include: - Tax breaks for business: vast majority of businesses to be exempt from IRAP tax for the year and smaller companies benefiting from discounted utility bills and tax credits to help pay rent. - Funds to support small and medium enterprises - Incentives to those investing in companies impacted by the crisis - Scrapping of the first IMU instalment for hotels and guest-houses Sources: https://www.lavoripubblici.it/news/2020/05/CRONACA/23745/Decreto-Rilancio-2020-Ecco-il-testo-del-decreto-legge-pubblicato-sulla-Gazzetta-ufficiale https://www.thelocal.it/20200514/what-you-need-to-know-about-italy-relaunch-decree
HideMay 22nd, 2020May 22
Level 0 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - no restrictionsDetails
The goverment decree of the 17th May 2020 does not set any formal limits on how many friends/people one can see, however the government urgers everyone to avoid large gatherings, observe social distancing and wear masks indoors. Source: https://www.thelocal.it/20200518/what-changes-in-italy-from-may-18th
HideMay 25th, 2020May 25
Level 2 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for some sectors or categories of workersDetails
"Gyms and swimming pools reopened in most regions on 25 May, with strict social distancing rules, but not in Lombardy, the northern region at the epicentre of Italy's crisis" Nightclubs, theatres and cinemas remain closed. https://www.bbc.com/news/explainers-52575313
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Schools to remain closed until September 1st. https://www.bbc.com/news/explainers-52575313
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 2 of 2
C3: Cancel public events - require cancellingDetails
The government of Italy has announced that Public events will begin again on the 15th of june. This will include shows and concerts of upto 1000 people https://www.iq-mag.net/2020/05/concerts-to-return-to-italy-in-june/
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 0 of 2
C5: Close public transport - no measuresDetails
There are no measures to close public transport during COVID-19. however, there are measures for social distancing and hygiene for public transport use http://www.salute.gov.it/portale/nuovocoronavirus/dettaglioNotizieNuovoCoronavirus.jsp?lingua=italiano&menu=notizie&p=dalministero&id=4631
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 1 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - recommend not leaving houseDetails
Although some restrictions are being lifted, the governments reccommends staying at home as social distancing measures are still required to reduce cases. https://www.schengenvisainfo.com/news/italy-may-not-lift-travel-restrictions-if-social-gatherings-continue/
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 0 of 2
C7: Restrictions on internal movement - no measuresDetails
All travel between Italian regions is allowed. The ban was lifted as of the 2nd of June. People can now travel between Italian regions without curfew or restrictions http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/covid-19-information-and-updates-for-tourists.html
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 3 of 4
C8: International travel controls - ban arrivals from some regionsDetails
International travel is banned until the 3rd of June for citizens and non-citizens http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/covid-19-information-and-updates-for-tourists.html
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 1 of 2
E1: Income support - government is replacing less than 50% of lost salary (or if a flat sum, it is less than 50% median salary)Details
The Italian government announced measures to preserve jobs and support income of laid-off workers and self-employed https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 2 of 2
E2: Debt/contract relief - broadDetails
The government of Italy announced relief measures for small and medium enterprises, corporations and households. This is in the form of grants, tax defferals and other liquidity measures https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 2 of 2
H1: Public information campaigns - coordinated public information campaign (eg across traditional and social media)Details
THere is a targeted public information campaign https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 2 of 3
H2: Testing policy - testing of anyone showing Covid-19 symptomsDetails
Testing is being offered to symptomatic individuals https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/countrypage.aspx
HideJun 2nd, 2020Jun 02
Level 2 of 2
H3: Contact tracing - comprehensive contact tracing; done for all identified casesDetails
Comprehensive contact tracing being practiced. This has been supplemented by surveillance serology testing in some regions. https://www.thejakartapost.com/news/2020/06/09/over-half-of-people-tested-in-italys-bergamo-have-covid-19-antibodies.html https://www.covid19healthsystem.org/countries/italy/countrypage.aspx
HideJun 3rd, 2020Jun 03
Level 0 of 4
C8: International travel controls - no restrictionsDetails
Italy opened all borders to european travellers as of the 3rd of June. It is reported that travellers can enter Italy without quarantine or temperature checks for screening. https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-news/italy-just-reopened-its-borders-to-european-travel http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/covid-19-information-and-updates-for-tourists.html
HideJun 11th, 2020Jun 11
Level 2 of 4
C8: International travel controls - quarantine arrivals from some or all regionsDetails
https://it.usembassy.gov/covid-19-information/ US Embassy in Italy On June 11, 2020, the Italian government issued a follow-up decree extending travel provisions that went into effect on June 3, 2020. Under these provisions, persons traveling to Italy from member states of the European Union, states party to the Schengen Agreement (the non-EU states party to the Schengen Agreement are: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland), the United Kingdom, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino, and the Vatican City State will no longer be required to self-isolate under the supervision of health authorities for 14 days unless they have stayed in other countries during the 14-day period prior to entering Italy. For those traveling from a country not listed above, including the United States, travel to Italy will be allowed only for proven work, urgent health needs, or to return to your place of residence.
HideJun 12th, 2020Jun 12
Level 1 of 2
E1: Income support - government is replacing less than 50% of lost salary (or if a flat sum, it is less than 50% median salary)Details
"employers who have benefited from the ordinary, extraordinary or derogating salary supplement treatment, for the entire period previously granted, up to a maximum duration of fourteen weeks, may benefit from additional four weeks also for periods starting before 1 September 2020. The maximum duration of eighteen weeks remains unchanged, considering the recognized treatments cumulatively." See the archived link: http://www.governo.it/node/14766
HideJun 15th, 2020Jun 15
Level 2 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - require closing (or work from home) for some sectors or categories of workersDetails
"Theatres and cinemas reopened on 15 June, but there is a strict limit of 200 people allowed inside venues Nightclubs will be allowed to open their doors on 14 " https://www.bbc.com/news/explainers-52575313
HideJun 15th, 2020Jun 15
Level 2 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - restrictions on gatherings between 101-1000 peopleDetails
"Theatres and cinemas reopened on 15 June, but there is a strict limit of 200 people allowed inside venues" https://www.bbc.com/news/explainers-52575313
HideJul 9th, 2020Jul 09
Level 3 of 4
C8: International travel controls - ban arrivals from some regionsDetails
On July 9, the Italian Health Minister Roberto Speranza announced that Italy was closed to people travelling from Armenia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, Bosnia, Chile, Kuwait, North Macedonia, Moldova, Oman, Panama, Peru and the Dominican Republic. The ban applies to everyone who has spent any time in any of those countries within the past 14 days, regardless of nationality or residency. See the archived link: https://www.thelocal.it/20200709/italy-bars-entry-to-13-high-risk-countries
HideJul 15th, 2020Jul 15
Level 2 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - restrictions on gatherings between 101-1000 peopleDetails
Announced by Italy's health minister Roberto Speranza, on 14 July and to take effect from 15 July, is the continued prohibition of public gatherings of people, until 31 July. https://www.wantedinrome.com/news/italy-extends-covid-19-restrictions-until-31-july.html
HideJul 17th, 2020Jul 17
Level 3 of 4
C8: International travel controls - ban arrivals from some regionsDetails
People travelling from the following countries are allowed to enter Italy: -EU countries -Countries part of the Schengen agreement -United Kingdom, Andorra, Monaco, San Marino and Vatican City Anyone who stayed in a country other than the above mentioned 14 days prior to their entry to Italy, will have to isolate for 14 days. -The ban on 13 countries remains - Armenia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Brazil, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Chile, Kuwait, North Macedonia, Moldova, Oman, Panama, Peru and Dominican Republic. http://www.italia.it/en/useful-info/tourism-restarts-in-italy.html https://www.wantedinrome.com/news/italy-bans-entry-from-13-countries-over-covid-19-fears.html
HideJul 22nd, 2020Jul 22
Level 1 of 2
E1: Income support - government is replacing less than 50% of lost salary (or if a flat sum, it is less than 50% median salary)Details
On July 22, the government agreed on a €25 billion (1.6 percent of GDP) that extends income support for families. This new package has been submitted to Parliament for approval. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19
HideJul 27th, 2020Jul 27
Level 3 of 3
C1: School closing - require closing all levelsDetails
Schools are planned to reopen on 14th Sept.
HideJul 27th, 2020Jul 27
Level 1 of 3
C2: Workplace closing - recommend closing (or recommend work from home)Details
Businesses seem to have largely reopened including bars and entertainment venues. It is still recommended to work from home if possible. Unable to find any specific industries that are required to close. "There is a broad reopening of commercial establishments such as shopping centres and restaurants." https://www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/europe/italy "Restaurants, pubs, bars, shops, hairdressers, salons and beaches have been given permission to open, as have libraries. All must have measures in place to enforce social distancing museums and archeological sites have been given permission to open. Entry must be prebooked online" https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy/coronavirus
HideJul 27th, 2020Jul 27
Level 2 of 4
C4: Restrictions on gatherings - restrictions on gatherings between 101-1000 peopleDetails
"It also strictly limits to 200 the number of people who may visit cinemas or museums at any given time, regardless of venue size."
HideJul 27th, 2020Jul 27
Level 0 of 3
C6: Stay at home requirements - no measuresDetails
No current instruction to remain home. Exercise and recreation is permitted in public parks and spaces. Social distancing rules apply and masks are required in some regions. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy/coronavirus
HideJul 27th, 2020Jul 27
Level 2 of 4
C8: International travel controls - quarantine arrivals from some or all regionsDetails
Quarantine applies to arrivals from (or those who have travelled through in the last 14 days) a country which still has self-isolation requirements. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/italy/coronavirus
HideAug 8th, 2020Aug 08
Level 3 of 4
C8: International travel controls - ban arrivals from some regionsDetails
Ban exists for the following countries: Armenia, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Chile, Kuwait, North Macedonia, Moldova, Oman, Panama, Peru, Dominican Republic, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia. Link: https://www.esteri.it/mae/en/ministero/normativaonline/decreto-iorestoacasa-domande-frequenti/focus-cittadini-italiani-in-rientro-dall-estero-e-cittadini-stranieri-in-italia.html
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