In-work poverty in Italy

This chapter focuses on in-work poverty in Italy. After introducing the most important elements in the Italian production and regulatory system having an influence on in-work poverty, the focus turns to a targeted analysis of the four Vulnerable and Under-Represented Person (VUP) groups. First, the composition and the direct measures that affect in-work poverty are considered for each VUP group. The measures that indirectly influence in-work poverty of the four VUPs by type of household are then analysed. Finally, some concluding remarks are provided on the strengths and weaknesses of national legislation and on how it affects the different VUP groups.