Nuoro Council opposes Poste Italiane administrative merger

The Nuoro City Council has voted unanimously to defend the autonomy of local Poste Italiane branches following a decision to merge administrative functions with Oristano. Local officials and unions expressed concern that the reorganization, reportedly driven by an algorithm, threatens essential services in Sardinia’s internal areas.

Regional Councilor Giuseppe Marco Dessena and the Santu Predu committee warned that concentrating functions in larger hubs could exacerbate depopulation and economic decline. Residents highlighted existing service issues, such as long queues and accessibility barriers, noting that the loss of local decision-making power could further marginalize the elderly and those without digital access.

The Council has committed to seeking legal counsel and building a unified institutional response with other local authorities to bring the matter before the Regional Council.