Italy’s energy decree set for EU state aid review after agreement with regulator
( October 16, 2026, 16:10 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Italy's energy decree — aimed at shielding households and businesses from high electricity prices — will undergo EU state aid scrutiny, after the national government and the European Commission reached an understanding on the measures. Italy will notify the aid under the Middle East Crisis Temporary State Aid Framework — known as Metsaf — and sector-specific rules, with Brussels pledging a priority review while minimizing competition distortions.The press release, in Italian, follows....
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