If the constitutional process is not brought to a successful conclusion before the European elections, then the whole process might run out of steam.

The country will also need 'new forms of social welfare' instead of its current system which is excessively centred on pensions.

No one, no social group, can today avoid the commitment to contribute to the clean up of public finances in order to prevent the financial collapse of Italy. The sacrifices will not be in vain, especially if the economy begins to grow again

We owe it to our children to give them a dignified and hopeful future.

If the constitutional process is not brought to a successful conclusion before the European elections, then the whole process might run out of steam.

Now is the time to show maximum responsibility. It is not the time to pay off old scores nor for sterile partisan recriminations. It is time to re-establish a climate of calmness and mutual respect.

The principal of unity and indivisibility of the republic are the essential reference points.