Following a weekend without unrest, the mayor has defended the temporary deployment of the army, but has failed to convince either the opposition or part of his own coalition. The military could remain until the Christmas holidays and beyond: an election campaign dominated by security issues would be an advantage for the centre-right

There are still not enough beds for thousands of students living away from home, but universities are expanding their provision through new halls of residence, investment and scholarships. The greatest difficulties are faced by the largest universities: in addition to protests, concrete solutions are needed to make rents affordable.

The Futuro Nazionale mayoral candidate in the Lombard capital is focusing on security and the ‘caro caso’ issue in a bid to connect with the people of Milan.

Demand for homes in Milan is currently estimated at 35,000, but the number of homes covered by planning permission has fallen from 4,000 in 2022 to 1,000 in 2024. The general meeting of Assimpredil Ance and the City Council’s gamble

“My background and my values lie with the centre-left,” says the former editor of Rep on stage alongside Don Ciotti. This is his first public appearance since announcing his intention to stand for mayor. He speaks about young people, women and marginalisation, drawing applause. He then thanks Sala and Pisapia

The three tenders concerning the former Palasharp, San Romanello and Bovisasca areas, which were due on 26 August, received no bids. Palazzo Marino has announced a further extension to 26 October. This is a welcome move for the construction sector, but not enough to alter the assessment of a plan deemed inadequate.

The president of Fondazione Fiera Milano, Giovanni Bozzetti, has reiterated the need to bring together Italy’s major trade fairs in order to compete on international markets. Following agreements with Parma and Bologna, an alliance with Verona is taking shape: the aim is to transform the ‘Made in Italy’ trade fair sector into a genuine national system

The complaint is against persons unknown and alleges the offences of assault, robbery and incitement to commit a criminal offence. However, from the material to be handed over to the public prosecutor’s office – comprising videos and various witness statements – the active role played by social centres and far-left activists is evident

The president already has a vision that brings together exhibitions, displays, performances, theatre, music and live shows. The aim is to achieve this by developing a programme featuring thematic and monographic exhibitions on leading figures in art, architecture, design and fashion, all linked to the theme explored over the 12-month period