Rome’s Colosseum reopens days after death of worker installing lighting system
ROME, Sept 27 — The Colosseum in Rome has reopened to visitors following the fatal fall of a young worker, reporte...
On September 27, the iconic Colosseum in Rome welcomed visitors again, just days after a tragic incident. The ancient amphitheater, a symbol of Roman history, had been closed for three days following the fatal fall of a 22-year-old worker installing a new lighting system. The exact details of the accident remain undisclosed, but investigators are examining whether all safety regulations were adhered to, and scrutinizing the worker's qualifications.
Despite the ongoing investigation, the Colosseum is now nearly fully accessible once more, with only a small 10 square meter zone around the accident site remaining secured. Around 25,000 tourists were anticipated on the day of its reopening, following an announcement by Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli. The government has also pledged to discuss workplace safety at cultural sites with trade unions, with the CGIL trade union particularly critical of the use of subcontractors and advocating for more stringent safety inspections.
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