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Tsipras and ND renew hostilities amid speculation about ex-PM’s plans
PoliticsGreek Politicsto personal finances. Whereas just 21 pct of Greeks say that they manage to put money aside... recently reported that sources close to Tsipras say the former PM has no immediate plans to return to frontline politics. They say that he will wait until the next elections take place before making any
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Unhappy voters struggle to find alternatives as PM faces fresh attack from veteran conservatives
PoliticsGreek Politics. Almost half of respondents – 43 pct – say they will not be going on holiday this summer, citing high... a credible alternative among opposition parties, while 56 pct say their vote at the next elections will be motivated by protest, versus 34 pct who say they will vote for stability. The findings confirm those
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Newsletter 467 - 20/06/2025
%, up from 16.1%. Polls also reveal deep voter disillusionment. Nearly half (43%) say they will skip... up slightly to 25%. Meanwhile, 53% say no opposition leader presents a credible alternative. Voter motivation also tilts toward protest—56% say they’ll vote out of frustration, compared to 34% voting
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Mitsotakis pledges faster reforms as polls capture disaffection after subsidy scandal
PoliticsGreek Politicsto elect a new government, versus 26.3 pct who say New Democracy should be given a third term. Around three in four voters (74.5 pct) say the government handled the farm payments scandal poorly, while roughly the same portion (74 pct) say their faith in the government has been shaken. The one bright
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Wildfires and healthcare failings test government over summer season
PoliticsGreek PoliticsMitsotakis has interrupted his schedule for a briefing. Reports say numerous homes, businesses... crews despite boasting of more hires. Critics say the government continues to place too much emphasis... to the firefighting effort; however, critics say the utility is neglecting its legal duty to maintain
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Government defends tax-cut package against opposition criticism
PoliticsGreek Politicsthe board, but critics say it fails to address the soaring cost of living. Ministers have been... the relevant directives. Opposition parties say his response showed the arrogance and rigidity... that the benefits are seen directly in taxpayers’ pockets. His critics, however, say the tax cuts will not make
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Government pins hopes on payments, OPEKEPE shake-up to stem farmers’ protests
PoliticsGreek PoliticsGovernment ministers say they are confident overdue payments will hit farmers’ bank accounts..., with draft legislation tabled this week. The government proposals, which ministers say have... of food. In addition, 26 pct say they have limited their travel, 25 pct have cut back on eating out
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PM touts strong economy and housing measures but voters focus on everyday worries
PoliticsGreek Politicssaying they have felt a positive impact, while 61 pct say they have not felt any benefit, and 24.... The majority say they are worried to varying degrees about making ends meet in 2026, with 12 pct saying... pct say they expect the ongoing parliamentary inquiry into OPEKEPE to deliver accountability, with 69
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Government fails to break deadlock in dispute with farmers as SYRIZA loses MEP
PoliticsGreek Politicsthey say is the majority of peaceful farmers while painting the protesters as militants with political... recommendations. Official opposition PASOK have proposed what they say is a “costed and feasible.... The standoff is set to continue, as the protesters say they are settling in for the long haul, while
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Newsletter 493 - 06/02/2026
” after New Democracy is the undecided, at 18.4%. Another 8.2% say they would back “another party”, while 6.3% would abstain. Appetite for something new is evident: 18% say they are “very likely...% who say the same about a new party led by former SYRIZA leader Alexis Tsipras. Among undecided voters
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