Italy imposes limits on non-Italian speakers in classrooms

Italy’s government has implemented a new decree that sets an upper limit on the number of students in each classroom who have limited Italian language skills.

The measure also prohibits the use of face-covering Islamic veils in school environments, as per the new rules.

Premier Giorgia Meloni’s administration stated the policy is intended to promote integration through improved language learning.

Support for the decree has been expressed by right-wing political allies of the government.

Critics, including educators, unions, and opposition parties, have raised concerns that the rules may lead to students being required to attend schools farther from their homes.

Opponents argue that the policy risks politicizing immigration and its social implications.