Italian Parliament on Wednesday approved the renewal of a public holiday in honor of St. Francis of Assisi, which is one of the patrons of the country. This holiday was first introduced in 1958but in 1977 it was abolished in the austerity measures. According to Reuters report, TASR reports this.
The holiday will fall every year at 4 October with effect from next yearthat will be at the same time 800. The anniversary of the death of St. František of Assisi – died in 1226. “This public holiday will be an option To celebrate an exceptional man and remind us every year who we are and what connects us”Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said in a statement of Italy.
The Lower Chamber of the Italian Parliament It approved the relevant bill last week in the ratio of 247 to two. The Senate Committee on Constitutional Affairs took him out on Wednesday in accelerated proceedings.
Reuters recalls that St. František was known for his close relationship to nature and inspirational sermons. He also founded the Franciscan order. It was canonized in 1228.
This holiday will be included in 12 existing public holidays in Italy. According to the government’s estimates, its inclusion among the holidays will cost the state approximately EUR 10 million at overtime for police officers and health workers, Reuters reports.
