The possibility of changing the process for granting a state of emergency has emerged, to more quickly provide aid and compensation . Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Matteo Salvini addressed the proposal during his speech in Abruzzo at the League's "Ideas in Movement" initiative, also in light of the recent wave of bad weather that has brought devastation to Sardinia , Sicily, and Calabria.

"Autonomy isn't against the South, Center, or North. Autonomy removes the mask from those who aren't capable of working. Autonomy forces you to face your responsibilities," Salvini said. He added: "Today, the governor can't decide on a state of emergency, but the governor collects data, gathers information, sends documents that reach Rome, and in the Council of Ministers—sometimes with embarrassment—we approve states of emergency 4-5 months later for floods that occurred 6 months earlier ." "Autonomy," the minister continued, "means bypassing this bureaucracy and the governor can declare a state of emergency and intervene a minute later."

Regarding the regions affected by Cyclone Harry, Salvini announced: "I will try to be there as soon as possible, in Sardinia, Calabria, and Sicily."

In his speech, Salvini also took aim, without naming him, at General Roberto Vannacci, following rumors that he might leave the League to launch a new political movement.

"History teaches us that those who leave the League end up in nothingness. Best wishes, and a safe journey, without rancor and with a smile," the Northern League leader said from the stage.

(Unioneonline)