Italy seeks resources to retain 1,000 PNRR administrative experts

Italian Minister for Public Administration Paolo Zangrillo has committed to securing the necessary funding to retain 1,000 experts currently assisting with the National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). Speaking in Florence, Zangrillo emphasized that these professionals are essential for accelerating administrative procedures and helping local authorities, such as municipalities, provinces, and regions, implement PNRR projects.

The minister noted that the employment of these experts has already been extended through 2026, and he intends to request additional resources to maintain their services into 2027. Zangrillo highlighted the importance of preserving the specialized skills these individuals have acquired within the public administration. Additionally, he mentioned ongoing investments in staff training through the creation of regional training hubs, with a new hub planned for Tuscany.