A European Public Prosecutor’s Office investigation into alleged irregular agricultural subsidies in Greece is expanding, with a new parliamentary file reportedly examining political interference, senior officials, and potential misuse of EU funds between 2021 and 2022.
Former PM Alexis Tsipras charges that the OPEKEPE farm subsidies scandal isn't the only financial wrongdoing taking place in Greece, attributing responsibility to the Mitsotakis government, in a post this week over a recent capital increase by the Public Power Corp.
Three men (aged 26, 23, and 22) have been identified as suspects and were arrested in connection with the 19-year-old’s death
New national housing strategy consolidates more than 45 support schemes worth €7 billion, while introducing a social housing model and a digital platform to expand affordable rental supply and address demographic pressures.
A fresh case file reportedly implicates a former senior minister and several ruling party MPs in the ongling agricultural subsidy scandal, adding new pressure on the Greek government
Lawmakers from the governing party express concern over Mitsotakis’ constitutional reform plans and handling of the EPPO probe into the OPEKEPE agricultural subsidies scandal, as tensions rise within the ruling party ahead of its congress.
Eligible drivers can apply for fuel aid of up to €60, with income-based criteria covering most households and additional support for diesel users
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Case files naming eight New Democracy lawmakers and two former ministers have arrived at the Hellenic Parliament, triggering two separate constitutional processes and forcing the immediate resignation of three government ministers.
New case files sent to Parliament could determine the extent of politicians’ involvement, as opposition pressure mounts and government reshuffle rumors intensify
The government unveils diesel subsidies and fertilizer aid to ease rising costs, alongside emergency measures to contain a livestock disease outbreak affecting producers.
Businesses can apply until April 7 for a government program covering up to 80% of hiring costs, aiming to boost full-time employment in selected regions.
As part of the deal, Motor Oil Hellas and Alter Ego Media will enter the shareholding structure of the company that operates the ANT1+ platform, the first Greek streaming platform and one that has recorded significant growth
Analysts view the measures as largely short-term “firefighting,” as volatile oil prices and ongoing war pressures continue to drive inflation and strain the economy.
Finance Minister says support measures like the Fuel Pass and tax cuts remain under consideration, depending on the duration of the Middle East crisis and potential EU flexibility.
Gas station owners in Greece warn that additional price adjustments are expected in the coming days.
The deadline for submitting new applications is now set for 30 June. However, the ministry notes that the window may close earlier if available funds are exhausted before that date.
According to the report, the relevant information is contained in a previously unattributed case file containing recorded phone conversations legally obtained by police in the first phase (2021-22) of the investigation
Swiss-based investment bank UBS highlights the convergence of spreads between state bonds in the Eurozone, calling it “historic” in a report. UBS notes the European spreads are at their lowest level since 2008, with the disparity between the lowest and highest state bonds standing at 60 base points. The investment bank also refers to the […]