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Economic relations

Constitution of the Italian Republic

Article 38

Every citizen incapable of working and without the means for his or her livelihood is entitled to social maintenance and assistance. Workers have the right to have adequate means for their living requirements provided for and ensured in cases of accident, illness, disability, old age and involuntary unemployment. Persons with disabilities or handicaps have the right to education and inclusion in the workplace. The tasks laid down in this article shall be performed by bodies and institutions established or supported in their action by the State. Private-sector assistance may be freely provided.

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