Stores across Greece will operate on a festive schedule on December 31, with specific closing times for retail shops and major supermarket chains ahead of New Year closures

At the same time, representatives of protesting farmers and stockbreeders insist that mobilizations will continue in the new year

The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) will suspend access to multiple digital platforms for declarations and payments from December 31, reopening most on January 2, while some services will be available on January 1

Forecasters warn of a cold New Year’s transition, with localized snowfall possible in parts of the Athens region and several other areas across Greece, while overall conditions are expected to remain manageable

Greek farmers plan to escalate nationwide road blockades through New Year’s Eve, closing key highways and alternative routes in a coordinated effort to pressure the government, despite growing divisions within the protest movement

Cold, wintry weather will dominate the New Year period, with frost expected from New Year’s Eve and light rain or snow in parts of Greece.

Banks will operate as normal on New Year’s Eve, while all branches will remain closed on Thursday, January 1, due to the public holiday. Customer service at bank branches will resume on Friday, January 2

A surge of colder air is set to lower temperatures from Friday, bringing frost, rain, and strong northern winds in several regions, with wintry conditions expected to persist through the final days of the year

Greece is set for a cold snap through New Year’s Eve, with frost, rain, and falling temperatures beginning Friday, according to forecasts.

Greek stores and supermarkets are operating under extended holiday hours on Christmas Eve, with adjusted schedules in place through early January as shoppers make last-minute purchases ahead of the holidays

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