Italy amends contested migrant repatriation bonus scheme
By Angelo Amante
Published on April 24, 2026.
Italy's government has amended a decree amending rules to reward lawyers who assist in repatriation of migrants. The decision was made after opposition parties argued that it could be unconstitutional. The changes were part of a broader security package that parliament had to approve by April 25 or it would lapse. Under the original plan, lawyers assisting migrants with voluntary repatriation would receive state funding only if the process was successfully completed. However, the changes now stipulate that payments will be made to lawyers and other professionals assisting migrants.
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