The Italian government has taken a firm stance against Electrolux’s proposed restructuring plan, signalling that Rome is prepared to intervene financially to prevent large‑scale redundancies across the company’s domestic production network.

Electrolux recently outlined a plan that includes 1,700 job cuts, the closure of Cerreto d’Esi, and the discontinuation of several product lines across its Italian sites. The announcement triggered immediate political and union backlash, prompting the Ministry of Industry to call the plan “unacceptable”.

Industry Minister Adolfo Urso stated: “The plan is unacceptable, we must withdraw it immediately.” He has demanded that Electrolux return with a revised proposal that protects employment and aligns with Italy’s industrial‑policy priorities.

A formal meeting between the government and Electrolux is scheduled for 25 May.