The government will fund an additional reduction in diesel prices as part of measures aimed at easing pressure on consumers and businesses affected by rising energy costs

Greek manufacturers are facing pressure over planned price reductions on essential goods as rising oil costs and energy uncertainty create new challenges ahead of the September measures.

Eligible beneficiaries of several government-backed home renovation and energy efficiency programs will now have until November 30, 2026, to complete approved projects under revised funding arrangements.

The government is weighing an increase to its annual support payment for around 1.7 million pensioners, with the final decision expected after the summer based on the country's fiscal performance.

Eligible recipients in Greece have until the end of July to use the balance on their Fuel Pass digital card. Any unused funds will be returned to the state once the deadline passes.

Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos says government measures to curb profiteering have reduced prices, while talks continue on further cuts for essential goods.

A €150 payment per child will be automatically credited to eligible households in two stages, with the first payments completed by June 30 and a second phase covering eligible newborns by August.

Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis outlined a series of policy initiatives during an update from Brussels, including a new consumer protection framework, a price comparison app, and expanded tourism subsidies alongside major infrastructure plans

From Airbnb curbs and rent rebates to debt restructuring and a €150-per-child payment, the legislation touches nearly every corner of the economy.

The new digital database will track welfare payments and social benefits received by citizens, aiming to strengthen oversight and reshape state support policies

A €500 million program will offer up to €36,000 per property to renovate vacant and aging homes, with applications opening in September after an initial eligibility screening phase

Speaking at a conference on Greece’s demographic challenges, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis also confirmed a €150 support payment per child will be distributed in June as part of broader family support measures

The new social tourism scheme includes free stays on selected Aegean islands, subsidized travel benefits, cash grants for large families and scholarships for high-achieving students

During his monthly meeting with President Konstantinos Tasoulas, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stressed the need to accelerate government work, highlighting recovery fund projects, cost-of-living measures and support for families

More than 80% of families are expected to receive the support measure next month, as the government monitors the economic impact of tensions in the Middle East and rising energy prices

Nearly one million households are expected to receive an extraordinary child support payment by the end of June, with amounts linked to the number of children and family income.

The aim of the support package is to compensate for the steep increase in diesel costs and support the overall sustainability of the sector

With inflationary pressures returning amid rising fuel prices, the government is preparing targeted relief measures funded by a €200 million reserve. The plan aims to cushion households from higher energy and transport costs while preserving fiscal stability

A new government measure provides expanded rental support for public sector employees stationed away from home, with phased payments and retroactive benefits set to deliver up to three months’ rent relief in 2026

With €1.2 billion in fiscal space unlocked by a better-than-expected 2025 surplus, Greece is weighing business tax cuts and further household relief ahead of a major government announcement in Thessaloniki this September.