Italian unions announce national protests over cost of living and healthcare cuts

The USB union has organized a national mobilization scheduled for December 12, involving protests and marches across Italy. The movement aims to address the rising cost of living and express opposition to the Meloni government. Key union demands include improved workplace safety, revisions to collective bargaining agreements, and economic guarantees.

In the Imperia region, the FP Cgil and Uil Fp unions have denounced healthcare reforms and service management in Liguria. They allege that recent administrative decisions have led to organizational confusion and logistical instability. The unions specifically cited the temporary closure of the Imperia Community Hospital due to structural deficiencies as evidence of a management model that prioritizes political image over consistent healthcare services and worker rights.