Alberto Buttarelli

Alberto Buttarelli is the president of Federdistribuzione, an influential association representing the interests of large-scale distribution in Italy. He has recently been vocal against the proposal to reinstate Sunday closures for supermarkets, arguing that such a move would be regressive and detrimental to modern society, especially given the changing family dynamics and consumer needs. Buttarelli emphasizes that the current retail landscape demands flexibility and adaptation to maintain competitiveness, particularly in light of challenges posed by e-commerce and economic pressures.