Changes with consensus
The draft law which foresees the restructuring of the National Intelligence Service (EYP) and changes to the terms for lifting the privilege of confidentiality on communications is a step in the right direction.
Frustration is no solution
When I first heard the serious allegations of child abuse being leveled against the Ark of the World charity I admit that I wasn’t just shocked; I felt something breaking inside of me.
ND commands 7.3-point lead in poll
The poll by the Alco company conducted on behalf of private broadcaster Alpha shows that almost two-thirds (64%) responded that they were not convinced by the Prime Minister’s statement that he and the government had nothing to do with the monitoring of phones using spyware.
13.4 billion euros in EU funding approved for Greece’s agricultural sector
Greece’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP 2023-27) strategic plan, worth 13.4 billion euros, was approved by the European Commission on Monday.
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Androulakis: Wiretapping bill does ‘not get to the heart’ of the problem
Socialist opposition leader Nikos Androulakis said on Monday a draft legislation that would update the procedures Greece’s intelligence service (EYP) is required to take to wiretap citizens offers some positive changes but does not touch the inherent problems of the current system.
Short-term rental categories
The government, local authorities and tourism businesses are trying to strike a balance between regulating the largely unregulated short-term rental market and maintaining tourism’s growth momentum.
Contingency cash set aside in the budget
The budget the government is submitting to Parliament on Monday will be harmonized with the fall forecasts of the European Commission, which bring down growth and raise inflation estimates for 2023.
FM: Greece wants to enhance its relations with the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean
Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias on Monday underlined Greece’s strong will for the further enhancement of the friendly relations with the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean, addressing the event “Latin America and Caribbean Day” on Monday.
Kavala traffic accident leaves one man dead
A traffic accident in central Kavala, north Greece, left one senior man dead on Monday afternoon. According to reports from the scene, an out-of-control car left a trail of destruction, including knocking over a tree and three road pillars, before hitting the man.