To address recruiting difficulties experienced by some of Italy's regions, characterised by major discrepancies between north and south, the government will set up regional competitive exams with local assignments. The first will be held in June in Campania. The Ministers of Public Service and Education have also announced the creation of a university program with direct reserved access.

"Talent Exchange" is a programme organised by the Federal government. It allows both civil servants and permanent contract staff to carry out temporary assignments (six to twelve months) in another public organisation so that they can share their experiences and acquire new skills. A specific scholarship is available.

As a result of the latest collective bargaining negotiations (OK18), a National Fund, with a three-year, €23 million budget – has been created to support skill-building amongst civil servants. It can be used to help finance certain individual training measures not covered by employers as well as related expenses, such as transport and accommodation.