Italian transport sector faces criticism over Matera bus contract and railway safety

In Matera, urban mobility assessor Daniele Fragasso rejected claims of a "perfect crime" in the city's public‑transport contract dispute, insisting the municipality acted correctly and is awaiting clarification from the Basilicata regional authorities.

Separately, Democratic Party transport coordinator Antonio Casella condemned what he described as propaganda on railway safety, urging immediate concrete measures such as strengthening railway police forces, increasing station security and launching a dedicated national safety plan.