In 2023, these one hundred premises in Cagliari were sanctioned for illegal occupation of public land due to the irregular and unauthorized positioning of outdoor tables. A record.

During checks by the local police in the various neighbourhoods, particularly in the historic centre, it also emerged that 45 bars and restaurants had never asked for a concession.

Mayor Paolo Truzzu responds to those who speak of "obstinacy" that "controls protect everyone".

For his part, Emanuele Frongia, president of Fipe Confcommercio, comments: «Whoever is abusive is in the wrong, but the rules must be revised».