Well, it's not exactly from Italy's reform minded minister for Public Administration and Innovation, but the email address does say Renato Brunetta's Staff. Was not expecting this!Bit like the days, many moons past, when I managed to get myself in a spot of bother with the staff of … [Read more...]
Brunetta’s Smiley Faces
March 26, 2009 By 2 Comments
Renato Brunetta, Italy's Public Sector and Innovation Minister, has been innovating.In an attempt to bring Italy's, infamous for inefficiency, public sector to heel he's come up with a darling little scheme which Italy's citizens can use to register their approval or not of the performance … [Read more...]
Why Is Italy Short of Cash?
March 16, 2009 By Leave a Comment
On our way back from the mountains yesterday evening, we encountered more than a little traffic. Licence plates from just about everywhere in northern Italy were all over the motorway.Apparently back in 2008, around 65% of the cost of filling up in Italy goes into government coffers. Quite a … [Read more...]
Renato Brunetta’s Bright Idea
October 15, 2008 By Leave a Comment
For those not in the know, Renato Brunetta is Berlusconi's Public Services minister, and he seems to be doing a good job.A big problem for the state sector in Italy is absenteeism, which, of course reduces efficiency and wastes taxpayers money. By simply ensuring that a harder line is taken … [Read more...]
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