Italian local politics: Budget updates and by-election news

Several local political developments are unfolding in the Marche and Abruzzo regions of Italy. In San Benedetto del Tronto, the City Council is set to convene to discuss budget variations, including increased revenue from Irpef and tourist taxes, alongside expenses for utility increases and insurance premiums. Key agenda items include the progress of a new hospital and the management of cremation services.

In Chieti, the City Council will address approximately 5 million euros in funding dedicated to urban security and mobility. This includes over 721,000 euros for emergency repairs and infrastructure restoration following severe weather events that caused landslides and road damage.

Additionally, a parliamentary by-election is approaching in the province of Chieti to fill the seat vacated by Alberto Bagnai following his appointment to the Antitrust Authority. Four candidates—Luciano D’Amico, Mario Colantonio, Massimo Pasqualone, and Danilo Ranieri—are competing for the seat, which serves as a political test ahead of the 2027 general elections.