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The Italian government plans to cut nearly 7,000 teaching and administrative positions in public schools due to declining student numbers. This decision has sparked strong reactions from unions, school directors, parents, and student organizations, who argue it undermines the public education system. The budget for 2027 includes a reduction of 4,925 teaching positions and 2,049 administrative roles, totaling 6,974 positions. These cuts follow previous reductions planned for 2025 and 2026, leading to a total decrease of nearly 15,000 positions over three years. Critics assert that the demographic decline should prompt smaller class sizes and improved education quality, not further staff reductions. Concerns also arise regarding the impact on auxiliary staff, which could affect student supervision and safety. Student organizations are planning protests against these cuts, advocating for better-funded and more inclusive public education.