Overview
- The government will bring a long-term housing plan to the Council of Ministers before May 1 with a goal of more than 100,000 public and rent-capped homes over ten years.
- New labor rules aimed at cutting in‑work poverty will lean on collective bargaining and include a 5% tax break on raises in new contracts with hiring aid for under‑35s and women.
- An initial €970 million from the budget will fund the recovery of about 60,000 public housing units, with a prime ministerial decree set to steer funds to young couples, separated fathers, workers, and older people.
- Regional plans are expected to add about €3 billion from cohesion funds, with a similar sum forecast from the EU Social Climate Fund to pair with national money.
- Coverage highlights open questions on how the state will pace construction, coordinate with regions and cities, and involve private developers over the decade.