The government of Giorgia Meloni has pushed through the controversial “Safety Decree” which introduces a number of fresh rules to combat crime, illegal migration and the protection of service officers. The legislature approved a bill that provokes opposition and global organisations, but the government believes it is essential to strengthen citizens' security.
What changes the fresh decree?
New government 14 fresh crimes, 9 penalties. and a number of preventive measures. Among the most crucial changes are:
- Fight against illegal housing occupations – for “wild accommodation” threatens now up to 7 years in prisonAnd the police can evict illegal residents without a court order.
- Protection of officers – Police and soldiers can wear private weapons outside the service without permissionand the attack on an officer will be treated as serious crime.
- Bunty in prisons and centres for migrants – rioters can receive penalties from 1 to 5 years imprisonment.
- Road blocks – Illegal blocking of roads ceases to be a violation and becomes a crime punishable by a punishment of up to 2 years in prison, especially if it is organised by groups.
- Combating fraud against seniors and terrorism – increased penalties for extortion and fresh tools to combat organised crime.
- Control of migrants – request to show residence permits erstwhile buying a SIM card.
Reactions: Government vs. Opposition and global Organizations
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in her statement, she stressed that "Legality and safety are pillars of freedom"and the fresh decree is to defend fair citizens, aged and property owners.
However, opposition and left-wing media They criticize the bill by calling it ‘repressive’ and "violating human rights". global organisations, including UN and EU, expressed concern that the fresh government "are threatening freedom of expression and the rights of migrants".
Is Italy More Safe?
The Meloni government consistently implements its tough safety policy, arguing that "State must defend its citizens". Will the fresh government truly reduce crime and illegal migration? Time will tell, but now you can see debate on the limits of safety and freedom Europe is getting stronger.
Con l’approvazione definitiva del Decreto Sicurezza al Senato, il Governoro compie un passo decisivo per rafforzare la tutela dei cittadini, delle fasce più vulgari e dei nostri uomini e donne in divisa.
Interveniamo con determinazione contro le occupazioni abusive,... pic.twitter.com/hDHM1XSW8e
— Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) June 4, 2025
The Meloni government adopted the safety Act: up to 7 years for illegal housing occupation, police evictions without a court order, 2 years for roadblocks, harsh penalties for assaulting police and fraud of elder citizens. The opposition criticises this as a "attack on democracy".https://t.co/NBg1EPMqUS
— Adam Stara (@delestoile) June 5, 2025
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Italian “Safety Decree” approved – tougher penalties for mutiny and roadblocks
