The ruling by the court, which considers salary and benefit issues affecting judges and prosecutors, may point to a similar fate for similar legal challenges by public sector unions
In their statement, the appellants argue that the anticipated environmental damage far outweighs the minimal energy gains such a small-scale project might bring.
The first bailout from institutional creditors sought by Greece in May 2010 had resulted in the axing of the two extra months of pay
Former Greek Prime Minister Antonis Samaras has criticized the Council of State’s recent decision upholding the constitutionality of same-sex adoption, calling it a "blow to the traditional family".
The Council of State (CoS), Greece’s Supreme Court on administrative matters, has launched an investigation into the judicial handling of serious cases involving the awarding of public works contracts. According to sources, the emergency inspection focuses on high-profile cases involving public construction projects in the region of Halkidiki. Allegations have surfaced accusing public officials of […]
Based on the high court’s decision, an outlay of 350,000 euros to demolish the top floors of the Coco Mat hotel will be borne by a prefectural administrative entity
The Council of State, Greece's highest court, released a detailed decision today regarding the new building construction regulations it has ruled unconstitutional.
Provisions of a law allowing higher building heights, but on smaller expanse of land were ruled unconstitutional; 'loophole' allows validity for current licenses
The Council of State has challenged a presidential decree downgrading art school degrees, citing constitutional violations
Council of State will review the constitutionality of landmark laws allowing same-sex marriage, tax code changes for freelancers, non-state Unis
Council of State clears legal hurdle for extradition of Turkish businessman Ali Yesildag, a prominent fugitive fleeing a murder conviction in Turkey
This move signals a new chapter for the Council of State following the passage of legislation designed to modernize and accelerate case resolution, benefiting citizens.
12-character single code (three letters, nine numbers) to replace a handful of other serial sequences used for transactions with public sector, banks etc.
The motion was filed earlier this month by three local citizens’ and environmental groups and generated a high court decision for a temporary stay in construction