According to international surveys and lawyer opinions the Italian employment protection system is one of the most rigid in Europe. During recent years this rigidity has been significantly reduced in matters of contract initiation but as far as the legal termination of such contracts are concerned, this is much easier said than done. This article highlights first of all the reasons for such inflexibility and its effect on employment especially regarding already established means for terminating a contract legally.
International Journal of Comparative Labour Law and Industrial Relations