The large-scale demonstrations in Brescia seemed to be a signal. Subsequently, illegal rallies, sit-in petitions, riots, petitions and other large-scale gatherings of people occurred in various Italian cities.
In addition, local people generally report that public security is deteriorating and government inaction is rapidly increasing. Faced with this situation, Rome is not blind. Of course, it also knows what is causing it.
As the main promoters of this change of regions into provinces, the king and the prime minister are certainly aware of the difficulty this time. It can be said that the difficulty of promoting the conversion of regions into provinces this time is much greater than the previous efforts to seize military power and change the prime minister.
The reason is simple, because this is taking back power from local governments, which will naturally lead to unanimous opposition from local interest groups. These objections may not be as loud as those from the military or high-level government, but their deterrence is much higher than the first two. Because
They are the cornerstone of the Italian government and the foundation of the power structure.
Think about it, Rome issued a decree, and although the local government expressed its approval, its execution was greatly reduced. Only God knows how effective this decree will be.
This soft-nail approach should not be too simple for veteran bureaucrats who are familiar with government operations.
As for the current situation in Italy, it is obvious that these old bureaucrats are using soft nails. Faced with this situation, the Prime Minister, as one of the promoters, had to convene a cabinet meeting to discuss how to deal with it. After all, if you want to break this soft nail,
Nails are not easy at all.
"Everyone, everyone has seen the current situation in the local area. What do you think of it?"
Antonio sat in the chair and spoke out what was to be discussed at this meeting, while the ministers present also looked around because it was not easy to answer at this time.
"Otherwise, we will push back the time for converting a district into a province to give others some buffering time."
The speaker was Home Secretary Edlas. Because local slack in governance affects the operations of various government departments, the Ministry of Interior has the greatest impact. In addition, the Ministry of Interior has the greatest jurisdiction over local governments, so this time the slack in governance of various local governments has caused great concern.
Edras, who used to hold great power but now has the most responsibility, is sitting on pins and needles.
As soon as he spoke, he immediately attracted opposition. Finance Minister Tejela retorted, "How can this be done? If the announcement of converting districts into provinces is postponed, it will not encourage the arrogance of local forces."
Well, I think it should be accelerated. Only with a harsh attitude can local officials know that Rome's decision cannot be questioned."
If we want to say which department supports the conversion of districts into provinces the most, it is the Ministry of Finance. Taking away the power to control local finances is simply a waste of money for the Ministry of Finance, so it is also the department that supports the policy the most.
Tejela's words immediately made Edras furious. He slammed the table and said, "What you're doing will only intensify conflicts and pit the local government against the central government. Don't blame me for not reminding you then."
As the Minister of the Interior, Edras was usually very dignified, but his sudden slap on the table made other ministers startled.
But at this time, Prime Minister Antonio knocked on the table and said, "Be careful when talking about things."
The Prime Minister came forward and made everyone else quiet down. Even the two angry people calmed down.
Antonio felt that it was a mistake to hold a meeting on this matter, but since it was already held, it must be made clear.
"I need to remind you here that the policy of converting a district into a province will not be postponed or brought forward. This matter must be implemented. Even if the local government does not understand it, it still needs to be implemented. I will reject any objections to converting a district into a province.
I don’t want to hear it. Your Ministry of Interior must strictly implement this."
Faced with the Prime Minister's roll call, Edlas, as the Home Secretary, could say nothing but agree.
However, the Prime Minister's approach made other ministers understand. Later, others also put forward some opinions, but as for the most fundamental solution to the maladministration, no one touched it.
"These old foxes."
After the meeting was over, Antonio couldn't help but curse angrily when he returned to his office. Of course he also knew what these people were planning, because it was very difficult to deal with these old fools who were slacking on government, because in order to deal with them, one must have enough resources.
A good reason, otherwise it will be a mess.
As for using military means or other means, don't even think about it, not even the king. Because Italy is a country ruled by law, if you want to deal with a person, you must use the law. If the other party has not broken the law, even the king has no right to deal with him.
Of course, this is a rule on the surface. Who knows what it is like in private, but at least on the surface everyone must abide by it. If anyone is exposed, then the law must punish those who violate the rules.
And here’s the problem. There are quite a few bureaucrats who are slacking off in their administration. It’s just as difficult to change the official system as it is to use aircraft carriers as the core in the era of dreadnoughts. It’s extremely difficult.
But before Antonio could sigh, he suddenly heard the phone ringing. When he looked carefully, it was the red phone on the desk, which was a dedicated line connected to the palace.
"Hello, I'm Antonio...Okay, tell your majesty that I'll be there in a minute."
After putting down the phone in his hand, Antonio opened the door and said to the secretary beside him. "Get the car ready, I'm going to the palace."
When Antonio arrived at the palace, he saw a man walking out of the palace gate and getting into an ordinary black carriage.
Antonio moved in his heart and said to the secretary on the side. "Lores, let's find out who this person is."
"Okay Prime Minister."
Then Antonio entered the palace and met the king who summoned him this time in the office.
"Prime Minister, what do you think of this local protest?"
Before he could say hello, King Carlo spoke first.
Faced with the problem raised by the king, Antonio did not want to hide it and said directly. "This matter is not easy to handle because there are too many local officials involved. If a big fight is made, it will cause local chaos. But if we don't push it now, it will cause chaos."
No, this will lead to the decline of Roman authority."
The Prime Minister is worthy of being a Prime Minister. He can see at a glance the biggest problem in converting a district into a province. Of course, once this kind of thing starts, it cannot be stopped because there is no way out.
"So what do you think should be done next?"
Facing Carlo's inquiry, Antonio thought for a moment and said, "Although the struggle here seems a bit troublesome, as long as we are determined, in four to five years, the local resistance will be eliminated."
The method mentioned by the Prime Minister is to take time to slowly compete with local forces and use the power of the central government to gradually replace those who are in opposition.
Carlo also admitted that this method is not bad, but the only dissatisfaction is that the time span is too long and will affect Italy's economic development and all aspects of society.
"This speed is too slow and not very good."
Seeing that the king rejected his suggestion, Antonio was not discouraged, because he also knew that this method had too many shortcomings and was not suitable. However, there was no way out, so he tried it.
As if he had seen through the Prime Minister's heart, Carlo immediately said, "Actually, I have a way, and that is to invite Cruz, the leader of the National Socialist Party, to join the cabinet and serve as Minister of the Interior."
