Italy: 2021 Finance Law includes pandemic-related employment and pension measures

On 30 December 2020, definitive approval was given to Italy’s 2021 Finance Law that officially maintains certain emergency measures aimed at mitigating the social impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. Among its innovative elements is compensation for self-employed workers who have lost at least 50% of their income that will apply for a trial period of three years. The Conte government has also introduced measures in the law to facilitate retirement for older workers, extend paternity leave, and promote the employment of women.