Giuridico e Amministrativo

💸 A proposed 30% increase in the Italian tourist tax, revealed as part of the new budget law, could result in tourists facing costs close to €300 million, raising total revenue to over €1 billion. Assoturismo Confesercenti criticizes this as counterproductive, potentially stifling domestic demand and failing to reinvest revenue in the tourism sector. President Vittorio Messina urges that funds should enhance tourism services and infrastructure, emphasizing transparency and targeted allocation.

📖 Manufaktur Jörg Geiger GmbH's appeal was rejected by the European Union Court, confirming the invalidity of the "PriSecco" trademark, initially registered in 2015. The EUIPO had already declared it invalid in 2022, citing its resemblance to the protected Prosecco designation. The case highlights ongoing legal efforts by Sistema Prosecco, representing three consortiums, to safeguard the Prosecco name against exploitative imitations like "Primasecco" and "Nosecco." The German company has two months to appeal.

📅 ANAC accommodates Fiavet Confcommercio's requests, simplifying school trip contracts under the Codice Appalti. Schools, as decentralized public administrations, can now directly award contracts up to €221,000, up from €143,000, without tendering procedures. Language courses enjoy a €750,000 threshold. Fiavet's Giuseppe Ciminnisi expresses satisfaction but seeks further regulatory changes to protect small agencies and enhance educational offerings. The new rules allow multiple educational experiences without exceeding community thresholds.

🚩 Le compagnie aeree lanciano un allarme per il nuovo Entry/Exit System (EES), attivo dal 2025 nell'area Schengen che include 29 paesi. Implementato per monitorare i viaggiatori extra-UE, il sistema richiede la registrazione di impronte digitali e immagini facciali. A Madrid-Barajas, i controlli di sicurezza si allungano da 30 secondi a 3-5 minuti per passeggero, causando potenziali ritardi di ore sui voli ad alta affluenza. Solo i bambini sotto i 12 anni sono esentati.

📚 A partire dal 20 ottobre, il Ministero del Turismo attiverà una procedura digitalizzata per il riconoscimento delle qualifiche professionali di guida turistica ottenute all'estero, consentendo l'esercizio in Italia. La piattaforma è destinata a guide di Stati UE, SEE o Svizzera, con possibile tirocinio o prova attitudinale in italiano. Per guide di Paesi extra-UE e non Svizzeri, è obbligatoria una prova attitudinale in italiano. Le guide saranno iscritte nell'elenco nazionale e riceveranno un tesserino digitale con QR code.

✈ The EU Transport Commission confirmed compensation for air passengers remains after a 3-hour delay, countering consumer association concerns. Felice D’Angelo, CEO of ItaliaRimborso, noted this preserves compensation rights for 70% of passengers. New compensation rates are €300 (up to 1,500 km), €400 (1,500-3,500 km), and €600 (over 3,500 km), adjusting every three years based on the EICP. Every five years, the EU will review these regulations, ensuring up-to-date traveler protections.

📜 5 settembre 📍 Torino: La Corte d’Appello ha emesso una sentenza storica a favore delle denominazioni d’origine protette italiane. Il caso coinvolgeva il formaggio “Gran Riserva Italia”, accusato di evocare illegittimamente il Grana Padano DOP “Riserva Oltre i 20 mesi”. Stefano Berni del Consorzio Tutela Grana Padano sottolinea l'importanza della decisione, che si basa su precedenti giurisprudenziali europei. La sentenza rafforza la protezione DOP-IGP contro evocazioni ingannevoli.

💰 Sul sito del Ministero del Turismo, pubblicato il decreto per il tax credit relativo al miglioramento delle infrastrutture. Questo decreto, parte del PNRR, riguarda il credito d'imposta dell’art. 1, comma 1 del decreto-legge del 6 novembre 2021, n. 152, noto come "IFIT". Scopri i dettagli per accedere al beneficio fiscale: Ministero del Turismo.

📅 Feb 12, 2025, Italy: The Meloni government authorizes 9,783 additional foreign workers for tourism jobs, addressing labor shortages in hospitality. The second phase of the 2025 decree flussi, initially assigning 70% of quotas on Feb 12, releases remaining quotas. This strategic political move targets filling roles like waitstaff, chefs, receptionists, and cleaners, as vacancies persist annually due to a lack of qualified candidates—highlighting Italy's growing need for skilled seasonal workers.

🛂 Schengen's Entry/Exit System (EES) launched across 29 countries, including non-EU states like Switzerland, Iceland, and Norway. Yesterday marked the official start after delays. It collects biometric data (fingerprints, facial scans) from non-EU travelers. Travelers can stay 90 out of 180 days. Kids under 12 are exempt from fingerprinting. Fully operational by April 2026, self-service kiosks assist registration. During the transition, passport stamps will be phased out.