Free municipal premises in Ferrera Moncenisio for a cash machine and pharmacy
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The municipality of Ferrera Moncenisio, a small Alpine village in the Susa Valley, has decided to make its own municipal premises available free of charge in order to attract operators willing to set up a cash withdrawal point and a service for distributing medicines and over-the-counter products. The initiative, promoted by the administration led by mayor Mauro Carena, was launched in response to the progressive closure of bank and post office branches in small mountain towns [1].
The initiative
The municipality, located in the Val Cenischia area, aims to guarantee residents and tourists access to credit and the continuity of basic healthcare, reducing the need to travel down to the valley for essential daily needs. The measure is part of a broader set of local initiatives aimed at strengthening nearby services and protecting vulnerable groups [1].
The mayor's statements
Mayor Mauro Carena commented on the administration's choice, stressing the will not to give in to mountain isolation: "We are aware that the general trend is for branches and services to be withdrawn across the whole territory, but we believe in this and do not want to give up asserting our needs" [1]. According to reports, even a single local service can have a significant impact on the life of an Alpine border community that is also frequented by hikers [1].
Sources
- L'Agenda News — 3 November 2026