Prosecutors launch investigation into plans for bridge to Sicily

Opposition lawmakers file complaint over planning, execution and transparency of Matteo Salvini project

Italian prosecutors have launched an investigation into a plan by the far-right government to build a multi-billion-euro bridge linking Sicily to the mainland.

The decision to open an investigation comes after a complaint was filed by opposition lawmakers representing leftwing parties. Launched by the Rome public prosecutor’s office on Wednesday, the investigation focuses on the “planning and execution activities” of the bridge and underscores a “lack of transparency” during the design of what advocates say would be the world’s longest suspension bridge.