Pay Transparency Directive: Italy implements it on time, but not without caveats

Rapid implementation contrasts sharply with delays elsewhere in Europe, though final text leaves unresolved issues

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On 30 April 2026 Italy’s Council of Ministers approved the legislative decree transposing Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency and equal pay in our country.