The framework for integration in Italy

This chapter presents the evolution of the legislative framework for integration and integration policies in Italy, and the different key actors at the national and sub-national levels. The responsibilities with regard to integration of national and sub-national actors are explored, with a discussion of co-ordination and overlap. Decentralisation and the role of local authorities and third-sector service providers are assessed, in terms of gains from reactivity and flexibility as well as losses from fragmented, clashing, overlapping or incomplete coverage and execution. The chapter examines the planning and implementation nationally and regionally. It also includes a detailed analysis of regional funding for integration and a discussion of difficulties to effectively allocate budgeted resources.