Tommaso Frattini
Professor @ unimi
Press Coverage
Corriere della Sera
“Migranti, l’italiano che non si insegna” by Gianatonio Stella interviews me and cites findings from the the 4th Migration Observatory report on Immigrant Integration in Europe, 31 March 2023. See article in PDF.
Il Domani
“Concedere più facilmente la cittadinanza porta vantaggi economici per tutti” by Massimo Taddei talks about the main findings of the 7th Migration Observatory report on Immigrant Integration in Europe, 21 March 2023. See article in PDF.
La Stampa
“Integrazione a metà” by Claudia Luise interviews me and reports on the main findings of the 7th Migration Observatory report on Immigrant Integration in Europe, 17 March 2023.
Radio Marconi
Bruno Cadelli interviewed me on Radio Marconi about the main findings of the 6th Migration Observatory report on Immigrant Integration in Europe, 5 May 2022.
The Times
“Asylum seekers want to work — why are we not letting them?”, by Ryan Bourne, April 14 2022,
Repubblica TV
“I Martedì sul Futuro dell’Europa – Migrazione“, 5 April 2022, I have participated in a video debate moderated by Marta Capesciotti (Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini) with Enrica Rigo (Università di Roma Tre) and Pietro Bartolo (European MP).
Secondo Welfare
“Il gender gap e le donne straniere”, by , 28 March 2022 covers the 6th Migration Observatory Report on “Immigrant Integration in Europe”.
Ansa
“Il gender gap pesa di più sulle immigrate, solo il 50% lavora ”, by , 15 March 2022 covers the 6th Migration Observatory Report on “Immigrant Integration in Europe”.
Domani
“La beffa di essere donna e immigrata”, by Massimo Taddei, 14 March 2022 covers the 6th Migration Observatory Report on “Immigrant Integration in Europe”.
Financial Times
“The economic case for migration is clear”, by Giles Merritt, 13 December 2021 refers to our research on the fiscal effects of immigration
Avvenire
“Aerei, droni, satelliti e fondi miliardari ai regimi. Non per salvare i naufraghi ma per frenare i flussi“, by Nello Scavo, 17 November 2021, cites our article “Quell’irresistibile voglia di muri” on LaVoce.info .
La Voce in capitolo - podcast
“Governare i flussi migratori“, podcast written by Irene Solmone and Massimo Taddei, 28 May 2021. We discussed the economic effects of immigration on host countries and the role of migration policies.
Eticaeconomia
“Il fenomeno migratorio e le condizioni degli stranieri in era pandemica “, by , 21 May 2021, covers the 5th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Eticaeconomia
“Il processo d’integrazione degli immigrati in Europa. A che punto siamo?“, by Rama Dasi Mariani, 14 February 2021, covers the 5th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Il Venerdì di Repubblica
“Immigrati poco istruiti (proprio come gli italiani)“, by Massimiliano Di Giorgio, 13 March 2020, covers the 4th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Il Sole 24 ore
“L’Italia è il paese con gli immigrati meno istruiti“, by Andrea Carli, 21 February 2020, covers the 4th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
La Repubblica
“Per rimpatriare gli irregolari servirà un secolo“, by Alessia Candito, 16 June 2019, covers findings of our report on “Border Enforcement and Refugees in Europe” presnted at the XXI European Conference of Rodolfo De Benedetti Foundation.
Avvenire
“La crisi, i flussi e l’accoglienza: C’è molta improvvisazione“, by Daniela Fassini, 15 June 2019, covers the presentation of our report on “Border Enforcement and Refugees in Europe” at the XXI European Conference of Rodolfo De Benedetti Foundation.
La Repubblica
“La gestione delle migrazioni: respingimenti e rimpatri contro accoglienza. Quale modello?“, by Alessia Candito, 15 June 2019, covers the presentation of our report on “Border Enforcement and Refugees in Europe” at the XXI European Conference of Rodolfo De Benedetti Foundation.
La Repubblica
“Meno occupati dei “locali” e più poveri: la radiografia degli immigrati in Europa“, 2 February 2019, covers the 3rd LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
TG1
The main Italian TV news, TG1 – RAI 1, on its 8pm edition on 1 February 2019 covers the presentation of the 3rd Migration Observatory Report and interviews me about the main findings.
La Stampa
“Uno straniero su due è europeo. Il dossier che smonta l’invasione”, by Filippo Femia, 1 February 2019, covers the 3rd LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Infodata-Il Sole 24 ore
“Immigrazione: come stanno davvero di salute i migranti irregolari?“, by Cristina Da Rold, 19 January 2019, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
Avvenire
“Se la sanità discrimina i migranti“, by Stefano Pasta, 14 December 2018, discusses the 2018 Naga Report.
Avvenire
“Immigrati, chi è irregolare ha la salute più a rischio“, by Stefano Pasta, 14 December 2018, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
La Repubblica
“Migrazioni, aumentano i cittadini stranieri irregolari arrivati da meno di un anno calano quelli con lunga permanenza“, 13 December 2018, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
La Stampa
«Così curiamo gli immigrati irregolari», by Chiara Baldi, 13 December 2018, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
El Mundo
“Cada vez sabemos más de inmigración”, by John Muller, 9 July 2018, refers to our RSUE paper on “What drives the legalization of immigrants? Evidence from IRCA”
El Paìs
“Los refugiados devuelven más de lo que reciben”, by Miguel Ángel Criado, 20 June 2018, refers to our EJ paper on fiscal effects of immigration and to our EP paper on the economics and politics of refugee migration.
Il Sole 24 Ore
“Nativi e non nativi italiani. Gli immigrati non sono troppi ma troppo poveri”, by Cristina Da Rold, 11 June 2018 talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
The economist
“Britain creates a more hostile environment for immigrants”, May 14th 2018 by J.T. refers to our EJ paper on fiscal effects of immigration
Percorsi di Secondo Welfare
“L’immigrazione come opportunità per l’Europa?”, by Francesca Prunotto, 10 marzo 2018, talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
Affari Internazionali
“Migranti: Italia/Ue, gap d’integrazione uguale gap d’istruzione”, 5 Mar 2018 – Emmanuela Banfo, talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
Redattore Sociale
“Ci rubano il lavoro? Ecco il rapporto tra immigrazione e occupazione”, 1 March 2018, talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
The Economist
“How “regularising” undocumented immigrants brings benefits”, 17 October 2017, mentions my work disussing link between residency status and economic outcomes.
Altreconomia
“Migranti e lavoro: una ricerca sfata alcuni falsi miti”, 14 February 2017, by Chiara Carovani covers the 1st “Migration Observatory’s Report: Immigrants’ integration in Europe”
La Stampa
“Abolizione del reato di clandestinità e apertura a canali di immigrazione regolare”, by Camilla Colombo covers panel discussion at Triennale
Linkiesta
“Gli immigrati hanno salvato la Regina e questa non è la più grande crisi dei rifugiati”, by Francesco Floris, cites our research on the impact of immigration on the UK labour market and public finances.
The Guardian
“Our public services depend on EU migrants”, by Alan Travis, Tuesday 14 June 2016, cites results of research on the impact of migration on public services
The Financial Times
“Free Lunch: Cameron’s diversionary deal”, by Martin Sandbu, February 22, 2016, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Atlantic
“Can the Welfare State Survive the Refugee Crisis?”, by Heather Horn, 19 February, 2016, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Irish Times
“World View: Cameron’s pleading on migrants opens pandora’s box”, by Patrick Smyth, 2 February, 2016, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Irish Times
“Patrick Smyth: Migrants least welcome in European countries that need them the most”, by Patrick Smyth, Oct 17, 2015, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Economist
“The snarling dud of May”, Print edition, Oct 10th 2015, cites results and shows graphs of our paper on fiscal impact of immigration in the UK
Next Quotidiano
“Perché Londra sbaglia a voler cacciare i migranti europei”, 31 August 2015 refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
Financial Times
“Immigration clichés – Evidence before feelings”, by Ferdinando Giugliano, 28 May 2015 refers to research on wage and fiscal effects of immigration
BBC News
“Interest rates would be higher without immigrants” , by Robert Peston, 14 May 2015, cites results of research on wage effects of immigration
City A.M.
“General Election 2015: Ukip’s immigration policy will create “a shrinking and ageing” population, claims leading economist”, by Catherine Neilan, 16 April 2015 cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The New York Times
“Effort to Curb Immigration in Britain Hits a Bump”, by Stephen Castle, March 4, 2015, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Economist
“Raise the drawbridge”, Print edition, Apr 11th, 2015, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
Repubblica
“Migranti irregolari, fuori dai “radar” dell’assistenza e da ogni altro diritto”, by Maurizio Bongioanni, 12 Gennaio 2015, about Naga research report
Linkiesta
“L’Inghilterra diventa più ricca con i nostri migranti”, di Silvia Favasuli, interviews me about research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Economist
Print edition, Nov 8th 2014 “The Germans strike back” cites results of our study on the fiscal effects of immigration
The Economist
Print edition, Nov 8th 2014 “What have the immigrants ever done for us?” cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
Il Sole 24 Ore
6 November 2014, “Gli immigrati fanno bene a Londra” by Nicol Degli Innocenti, interviews me about research on fiscal effects of immigration
Sky News
“Paying their way?”, by Ed Conway comments on results of paper on the fiscal effects of immigration, Nov 5, 2014
The Guardian
“It’s simply incorrect to say migrants represent a huge cost to Britain”, by Alan Travis, 5 November, 2014 refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
Financial Times
“EU migrants pay £20bn more in tax than they receive”, by Helen Warrel, 5 November 2014, page 4. refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Independent
“European Union migrants add £20bn to the British economy – in just a decade”, by Nigel Morris, 4 Novembre 2014, front page article, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Guardian
“UK gains £20bn from EU migrants”, by Alan Travis, 5 November 2014, front page article, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
La Stampa
“Gran Bretagna, la forza degli immigrati “Pagano più tasse, hanno meno benefit” , articolo di Claudio Gallo, 5 Novembre 2013 refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
BBC News
“Recent immigrants to UK ‘make net contribution”, 5 November 2013, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Economist
“A fresh headcount”, 2 November 2013, print edition
Radio Marconi
Bruno Cadelli interviewed me on Radio Marconi about the main findings of the 6th Migration Observatory report on Immigrant Integration in Europe, 5 May 2022.
The Times
“Asylum seekers want to work — why are we not letting them?”, by Ryan Bourne, April 14 2022,
Repubblica TV
“I Martedì sul Futuro dell’Europa – Migrazione“, 5 April 2022, I have participated in a video debate moderated by Marta Capesciotti (Fondazione Giacomo Brodolini) with Enrica Rigo (Università di Roma Tre) and Pietro Bartolo (European MP).
Secondo Welfare
“Il gender gap e le donne straniere”, by , 28 March 2022 covers the 6th Migration Observatory Report on “Immigrant Integration in Europe”.
Ansa
“Il gender gap pesa di più sulle immigrate, solo il 50% lavora ”, by , 15 March 2022 covers the 6th Migration Observatory Report on “Immigrant Integration in Europe”.
Domani
“La beffa di essere donna e immigrata”, by Massimo Taddei, 14 March 2022 covers the 6th Migration Observatory Report on “Immigrant Integration in Europe”.
Financial Times
“The economic case for migration is clear”, by Giles Merritt, 13 December 2021 refers to our research on the fiscal effects of immigration
Avvenire
“Aerei, droni, satelliti e fondi miliardari ai regimi. Non per salvare i naufraghi ma per frenare i flussi“, by Nello Scavo, 17 November 2021, cites our article “Quell’irresistibile voglia di muri” on LaVoce.info .
La Voce in capitolo - podcast
“Governare i flussi migratori“, podcast written by Irene Solmone and Massimo Taddei, 28 May 2021. We discussed the economic effects of immigration on host countries and the role of migration policies.
Eticaeconomia
“Il fenomeno migratorio e le condizioni degli stranieri in era pandemica “, by , 21 May 2021, covers the 5th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Eticaeconomia
“Il processo d’integrazione degli immigrati in Europa. A che punto siamo?“, by Rama Dasi Mariani, 14 February 2021, covers the 5th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Il Venerdì di Repubblica
“Immigrati poco istruiti (proprio come gli italiani)“, by Massimiliano Di Giorgio, 13 March 2020, covers the 4th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Il Sole 24 ore
“L’Italia è il paese con gli immigrati meno istruiti“, by Andrea Carli, 21 February 2020, covers the 4th LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
La Repubblica
“Per rimpatriare gli irregolari servirà un secolo“, by Alessia Candito, 16 June 2019, covers findings of our report on “Border Enforcement and Refugees in Europe” presnted at the XXI European Conference of Rodolfo De Benedetti Foundation.
Avvenire
“La crisi, i flussi e l’accoglienza: C’è molta improvvisazione“, by Daniela Fassini, 15 June 2019, covers the presentation of our report on “Border Enforcement and Refugees in Europe” at the XXI European Conference of Rodolfo De Benedetti Foundation.
La Repubblica
“La gestione delle migrazioni: respingimenti e rimpatri contro accoglienza. Quale modello?“, by Alessia Candito, 15 June 2019, covers the presentation of our report on “Border Enforcement and Refugees in Europe” at the XXI European Conference of Rodolfo De Benedetti Foundation.
La Repubblica
“Meno occupati dei “locali” e più poveri: la radiografia degli immigrati in Europa“, 2 February 2019, covers the 3rd LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
TG1
The main Italian TV news, TG1 – RAI 1, on its 8pm edition on 1 February 2019 covers the presentation of the 3rd Migration Observatory Report and interviews me about the main findings.
La Stampa
“Uno straniero su due è europeo. Il dossier che smonta l’invasione”, by Filippo Femia, 1 February 2019, covers the 3rd LdA-CCA Migration Observatory Report on Immigrant Integration in Europe.
Infodata-Il Sole 24 ore
“Immigrazione: come stanno davvero di salute i migranti irregolari?“, by Cristina Da Rold, 19 January 2019, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
Avvenire
“Se la sanità discrimina i migranti“, by Stefano Pasta, 14 December 2018, discusses the 2018 Naga Report.
Avvenire
“Immigrati, chi è irregolare ha la salute più a rischio“, by Stefano Pasta, 14 December 2018, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
La Repubblica
“Migrazioni, aumentano i cittadini stranieri irregolari arrivati da meno di un anno calano quelli con lunga permanenza“, 13 December 2018, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
La Stampa
«Così curiamo gli immigrati irregolari», by Chiara Baldi, 13 December 2018, covers the 2018 Naga Report.
El Mundo
“Cada vez sabemos más de inmigración”, by John Muller, 9 July 2018, refers to our RSUE paper on “What drives the legalization of immigrants? Evidence from IRCA”
El Paìs
“Los refugiados devuelven más de lo que reciben”, by Miguel Ángel Criado, 20 June 2018, refers to our EJ paper on fiscal effects of immigration and to our EP paper on the economics and politics of refugee migration.
Il Sole 24 Ore
“Nativi e non nativi italiani. Gli immigrati non sono troppi ma troppo poveri”, by Cristina Da Rold, 11 June 2018 talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
The economist
“Britain creates a more hostile environment for immigrants”, May 14th 2018 by J.T. refers to our EJ paper on fiscal effects of immigration
Percorsi di Secondo Welfare
“L’immigrazione come opportunità per l’Europa?”, by Francesca Prunotto, 10 marzo 2018, talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
Affari Internazionali
“Migranti: Italia/Ue, gap d’integrazione uguale gap d’istruzione”, 5 Mar 2018 – Emmanuela Banfo, talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
Redattore Sociale
“Ci rubano il lavoro? Ecco il rapporto tra immigrazione e occupazione”, 1 March 2018, talks about Migration Observatory 2nd Annual Report
The Economist
“How “regularising” undocumented immigrants brings benefits”, 17 October 2017, mentions my work disussing link between residency status and economic outcomes.
Altreconomia
“Migranti e lavoro: una ricerca sfata alcuni falsi miti”, 14 February 2017, by Chiara Carovani covers the 1st “Migration Observatory’s Report: Immigrants’ integration in Europe”
La Stampa
“Abolizione del reato di clandestinità e apertura a canali di immigrazione regolare”, by Camilla Colombo covers panel discussion at Triennale
Linkiesta
“Gli immigrati hanno salvato la Regina e questa non è la più grande crisi dei rifugiati”, by Francesco Floris, cites our research on the impact of immigration on the UK labour market and public finances.
The Guardian
“Our public services depend on EU migrants”, by Alan Travis, Tuesday 14 June 2016, cites results of research on the impact of migration on public services
The Financial Times
“Free Lunch: Cameron’s diversionary deal”, by Martin Sandbu, February 22, 2016, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Atlantic
“Can the Welfare State Survive the Refugee Crisis?”, by Heather Horn, 19 February, 2016, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Irish Times
“World View: Cameron’s pleading on migrants opens pandora’s box”, by Patrick Smyth, 2 February, 2016, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Irish Times
“Patrick Smyth: Migrants least welcome in European countries that need them the most”, by Patrick Smyth, Oct 17, 2015, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Economist
“The snarling dud of May”, Print edition, Oct 10th 2015, cites results and shows graphs of our paper on fiscal impact of immigration in the UK
Next Quotidiano
“Perché Londra sbaglia a voler cacciare i migranti europei”, 31 August 2015 refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
Financial Times
“Immigration clichés – Evidence before feelings”, by Ferdinando Giugliano, 28 May 2015 refers to research on wage and fiscal effects of immigration
BBC News
“Interest rates would be higher without immigrants” , by Robert Peston, 14 May 2015, cites results of research on wage effects of immigration
City A.M.
“General Election 2015: Ukip’s immigration policy will create “a shrinking and ageing” population, claims leading economist”, by Catherine Neilan, 16 April 2015 cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The New York Times
“Effort to Curb Immigration in Britain Hits a Bump”, by Stephen Castle, March 4, 2015, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Economist
“Raise the drawbridge”, Print edition, Apr 11th, 2015, cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
Repubblica
“Migranti irregolari, fuori dai “radar” dell’assistenza e da ogni altro diritto”, by Maurizio Bongioanni, 12 Gennaio 2015, about Naga research report
Linkiesta
“L’Inghilterra diventa più ricca con i nostri migranti”, di Silvia Favasuli, interviews me about research on fiscal effects of immigration
The Economist
Print edition, Nov 8th 2014 “The Germans strike back” cites results of our study on the fiscal effects of immigration
The Economist
Print edition, Nov 8th 2014 “What have the immigrants ever done for us?” cites results of research on fiscal effects of immigration
Il Sole 24 Ore
6 November 2014, “Gli immigrati fanno bene a Londra” by Nicol Degli Innocenti, interviews me about research on fiscal effects of immigration
Sky News
“Paying their way?”, by Ed Conway comments on results of paper on the fiscal effects of immigration, Nov 5, 2014
The Guardian
“It’s simply incorrect to say migrants represent a huge cost to Britain”, by Alan Travis, 5 November, 2014 refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
Financial Times
“EU migrants pay £20bn more in tax than they receive”, by Helen Warrel, 5 November 2014, page 4. refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Independent
“European Union migrants add £20bn to the British economy – in just a decade”, by Nigel Morris, 4 Novembre 2014, front page article, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Guardian
“UK gains £20bn from EU migrants”, by Alan Travis, 5 November 2014, front page article, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
La Stampa
“Gran Bretagna, la forza degli immigrati “Pagano più tasse, hanno meno benefit” , articolo di Claudio Gallo, 5 Novembre 2013 refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
BBC News
“Recent immigrants to UK ‘make net contribution”, 5 November 2013, refers to our research on fiscal effects of immigration in UK
The Economist
“A fresh headcount”, 2 November 2013, print edition