In Case you Missed it – A News Wrap-up

• Marc Survey: How Many Greeks Smoke?

In absolute numbers the smokers in Greece correspond to 2.2 million people, the majority of whom are male aged between 35-54, a number that has remained unchanged over the past years.

• Red Sea Instability Seen Boosting Cruise Ship Tourism in Greece

Major cruise lines are avoiding the area by canceling or adjusting itineraries, and have not scheduled any passage in the area until the Spring.

• Greek Hotels Urgently Seeking 30,000 Employees for Hire

The study, carried out on behalf of the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels (HCH), found that the Greek hospitality sector is in immediate need of 30,000 employees to meet the tourist demand.

• Greece Shoreline Bill Causes Stir Among Environmental Groups

In a statement issued on Tuesday, WWF Greece claims that if approved the bill will allow the uncontrolled “commercial exploitation” of the country’s coasts, river and lake beds, and beaches at a particularly crucial time when the climate crisis is imminent.

• Eurostat: North Aegean Among Poorest Regions in European Union

More specifically, the North Aegean ranked 3rd from the bottom among the 242 European regions included in the report, recording one of the lowest per capita GDPs.