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An alarming episode in Fucino
A young Maghrebian farm worker was recently abandoned in front of the hospital in Pescina, in the province of L'Aquila, after suffering a serious injury to his leg caused by an agricultural vehicle used for harvesting carrots. This episode, reported by Flai-Cgil of the Province of L'Aquila, has rekindled attention on working conditions in the agricultural sector, especially for foreign workers, who are often victims of exploitation and abandonment.
Working conditions in the agricultural sector
The young man, left alone after the accident without any assistance from his employer, was subsequently transferred to the emergency room in Avezzano, where he underwent surgery. This case is not isolated; it represents a clear example of the dramatic conditions in which many day laborers operate in the region. Flai-Cgil denounces that these are no longer isolated incidents, but a system that weighs on the shoulders of the most vulnerable workers, unloading the burden of profit on them.
Gangmastering and undeclared work
The recent incident has reopened the debate on gangmastering and illegal work in the agricultural sector, especially in the Fucino area, where many migrants are employed in conditions bordering on legality. Flai-Cgil spoke of an “organized system of exploitation,” calling for urgent intervention by local and national institutions to guarantee workers’ safety and rights. In addition, the union obtained international protection for the young man, who had arrived in Italy after a long journey from Turkey and had found work for about three months.
Responsibilities and ongoing investigations
The competent authorities are currently reconstructing the dynamics of the incident and verifying the employer's responsibilities. This episode highlights the need for decisive action to combat the phenomenon of gangmastering and guarantee decent working conditions for all farm workers, regardless of their origin. Flai-Cgil has announced legal and awareness initiatives to address this issue and protect the rights of agricultural workers.