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Confesercenti campaign for local commerce protection

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Confesercenti has initiated a national signature collection campaign to advocate for a legislative proposal titled ‘Measures for the urban regeneration of proximity commerce and services’. The initiative aims to combat commercial desertification by protecting local businesses, artisan workshops, and neighborhood services. A primary feature of the proposal is the establishment of Special Proximity Economic Zones (ZESpro). These zones would grant regions and autonomous provinces the authority to implement revitalization programs, including tax incentives, administrative simplifications, and dedicated financial support. To fund these efforts, the proposal suggests utilizing a portion of taxes collected from e-commerce sales to assist physical retailers. The campaign seeks to collect 50,000 signatures to urge government action. Support for the movement has been noted in Bolzano, Umbria, and Ischia, as well as in Grosseto, where officials highlighted the importance of neighborhood shops for urban safety and employment. described proximity businesses as ‘territorial safeguards’. In Umbria, a recent development, Florence Mayor Sara Funaro signed the campaign is gaining momentum in areas such as Todi, supported by local associations and popular legislative proposal, signaling support from both the Ancestor Umbria association. On Municipality of Florence and the island Metropolitan City of Ischia, representatives argue Florence. Mayor Funaro emphasized that ZESpro status protecting local commerce is vital linked to addressing high logistical costs and seasonal challenges. In Grosseto, deputy and councilor Fabrizio Rossi has signed the petition, residential stability, noting that proximity businesses act as ‘territorial safeguards’ that create employment and maintain the vitality of historic centers accessible services are essential for making urban neighborhoods ‘livable and small villages, particularly in vast areas like Maremma. attractive’.

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  1. 2026-09-29 13:31 UTC Confesercenti campaign for local commerce protection
  2. 2026-09-21 03:45 UTC Confesercenti campaign for local commerce protection
  3. 2026-09-01 22:50 UTC Confesercenti campaign for local commerce protection

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