Politics
Opposition takes aim at justice minister over offshore holdings amendment
The government is being accused of trying to water down the restrictions on the holdings of politicians after New Democracy inserted a last-minute amendment to legislation on judicial reform.
Latest Tempe report kicks off political storm as government claims vindication
New Democracy hopes that the latest technical report on the deadly Tempe rail crash will silence accusations of a cover-up which have dogged the government and boosted the ratings of populist opposition parties.
Mitsotakis burnishes European contacts as legal wrangling continues at home
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is doing what, arguably, he is most comfortable with, which is striding the European stage, as legal issues continue to cause friction between his government and the opposition parties at home.
Government turns attention to public sector in latest effort to woo voters
The government’s recent focus on policy areas which it thinks can help restore its relationship with voters is continuing with a pledge to make improvements in the public sector.
Mitsotakis heads on diplomatic tour of key capitals carrying vital questions
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to embark on a series of significant diplomatic visits starting this Monday, aimed at addressing key geopolitical and economic developments. His itinerary includes Rome, Berlin, and, finally, New York.
Parties gear up for fresh tug-of-war over Tempe investigation
It looks like the latest showdown between the government and the opposition over the Tempe issue is due to begin next week, when PASOK is expected to propose that the immunity of former Transport Minister Kostas Karamanlis be lifted so that he can face felony, rather than misdemeanour, charges in connection to Greece’s deadliest train accident.
Water shortages a growing concern as government warns bills could increase
Government officials are warning that water bills could go up to fund urgent work on water supply networks, while major projects to meet the capital’s needs look set for delays and further cost increases.
After support package, government turns attention to "everyday" issues
Following the positive reception of the support measures for renters and pensioners, the government is focussing on a series of initiatives aimed at improving citizen’s everyday lives by tackling disorder and improving the delivery of public services.
Course of Freedom grabs opposition spotlight as PASOK and SYRIZA drift to wings
A series of opinion polls published over the last couple of weeks have provided no encouragement to PASOK and SYRIZA, its predecessor as the main opposition party, while indicating that Course of Freedom, which positions itself on the extreme left, continues to be the party that is the main vehicle for voters’ frustration.
Polls provide PM with some comfort, spell out size of task for opposition
Recent opinion polls have provided some encouragement to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis that he and his New Democracy party can gradually overcome the damage they suffered since the start of the year due to the fresh attention given to the Tempe issue.