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Castel Volturno protests planned against proposed repatriation center
A national demonstration is scheduled for October 24, 2026, in Castel Volturno, Italy, to protest the proposed construction of a 120-place Centro di Permanenza per il Rimpatrio (CPR). The project, estimated to cost approximately 43 million euros, has drawn widespread opposition from religious leaders, NGOs, and local organizations.
Cardinal Mimmo Battaglia and various civil society groups, including ActionAid and the regional No CPR Committee, argue that public funds should be redirected toward essential services such as housing, healthcare, education, and employment rather than administrative detention. Critics contend that the current detention model is a failure and that the project ignores the socio-economic needs of a territory with a high concentration of migrant populations.
The demonstration is expected to draw participants from across Italy, with organized gatherings at the Centro Fernandes. Local authorities have issued temporary traffic diversions on Via Domiziana to accommodate the expected crowds.
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ActionAid · Campania · Castel Volturno · Matteo Piantedosi · Mimmo Battaglia · No CPR Committee · Pietro Lagnese · Roberto Fico · Salvatore Saggiomo
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The protest has the support of Campania President Roberto Fico and Bishop Pietro Lagnese. www.nigrizia.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi intends to build one CPR in every Italian region. www.nigrizia.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The proposed CPR facility in the region is estimated to cost 43 million euros. www.nigrizia.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Local ordinance n. 104/26 mandates traffic diversions on via Domiziana on October 24, 2026.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] A national protest against repatriation centers is scheduled for October 24, 2026, in Castel Volturno. www.nigrizia.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bus lines 01-NA, 06-NA, and 08-NA will follow alternative routes due to the demonstration.