The latest Brexit news in Italy / Photo by Christian Lue on Unsplash
The latest Brexit news in Italy / Photo by Christian Lue on Unsplash

As we all know, Brexit news is constantly changing and in recent times, due to COVID-19, Brexit has almost disappeared from the headlines. However, in the latest developments for Brits living Italy, the British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Italian counterpart, Giuseppe Conte, have stressed the need to strengthen the relationship between the two countries following the United Kingdom's departure from the European Union.

Amidst the uncertainty of exact details of what a Brexit deal would mean, the heads of government discussed areas of common interest such as trade, investment and security. The British leader clearly stated that it is his intention to protect the rights of EU citizens living in the UK after the transition period for Britain's exit from the EU and stressed the important role that the Italians have played in the UK.

London faces the second phase of Brexit negotiations with the 27 EU member states over the remainder of 2020, in which the future relationship between the two sides of the Channel must be established.

Regarding residency questions for Brits in Italy, the Italian Foreign Office has also confirmed that British residents in the country will continue to be able to live legally in Italy. And, moreover, they will be able to do so even in the worst possible Brexit scenario where no deal can be reached in this second phase of negotiations. This news is undoubtedly a great relief to thousands of British people who are waiting to find out how exactly the UK will say goodbye to the rest of the EU. Click here for more information on how to register as a resident in Italy.