Italy's Government Cracks Down on English Language Use with Hefty Fines
Italy's right-wing Brothers of Italy party is proposing a law that would fine people up to €100,000 for using non-Italian words or phrases in official communications, including mispronouncing Italian words like "Bruschetta." The proposed law seeks to stop "Anglomania," which "demeans and mortifies" Italian language and culture. The law would require Italian residents to use their native language for the promotion and use of public goods and services and could face fines between €5,000 and €100,000 for using other languages. The culture ministry would form a committee to advise on how to properly pronounce Italian words to avoid fines.