Italy's Prime Minister has said his government will support the restoration of the basilica of St Benedict in Norcia, which was destroyed by a recent earthquake
Matteo Renzi said that the fixing the church is a symbol of putting "Europe back together."
ANSA reported that the leader said restoring a religious building is a way to unite people.
Following the earthquake the Italian bishops' conference provided the government with a list of churches that need repairs.
The conference said churches are a place of "gathering, recognition, and celebration" and will work to restore identity to the region.
Since August Italy has been hit with a number of deadly earthquakes, the strongest with a 6.6-magnitude tremor that struck on October 30th.
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Article by Hannah Tooley
Hannah Tooley is a multimedia journalist for Premier.
