1 Yet, public debt in Italy remains at a high level. The opportunity offered by the ongoing recovery must be seized to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio with increasing determination. Progress on this front and on structural reforms will help reduce the persistent growth gap with respect to the EU average.
The visitor space is truly a new departure for the Bank. In this space, we will meet with the public, hear their views, tell them about what we do and why we do it. Our visitors will range from the local community here in North Wall quay to citizens across the country, from schoolchildren on tours to civic groups and everyone in between.