Major highway projects near completion across Greece
Greece’s major highway projects are nearing completion after decades of delays, including VOAK in Crete and key northern connections, transforming the country’s infrastructure.
Economy
Social household electricity tariff applications now open
Greece’s Social Household Electricity Tariff applications are now open, offering up to 70% discounts on electricity bills for eligible households.
Athens Stock Exchange drops 1.87% amid global market turmoil
Athens Stock Exchange plunges 1.87% as international market turmoil spreads to Greek equities, with banking stocks leading declines amid global uncertainty.
September 2025 pensions in Greece: Payment dates announced
Greece announces September 2025 pension payments totaling €2.44 billion for over 4.3 million beneficiaries, scheduled from August 25-29, 2025.
Vehicle registration fees: Which vehicles are exempt – New ministerial decision
New Greek ministerial decision specifies which public benefit organization vehicles qualify for registration fee exemptions, targeting charitable and social services.
Minimum wage rises to €910: Major boost for 600,000 workers
Greece’s minimum wage will rise to €910 from April 2026, benefiting 600,000 workers while restoring seniority increments that could boost wages by up to 30%.
New labor reform bill: Working hours, hiring, and leave changes explained
Greece’s new labor reform bill introduces major changes to working hours, hiring processes, and employee benefits while maintaining worker protections and rights.
EFKA chief: No changes to retirement age limits planned
EFKA director confirms no retirement age changes planned while announcing major digitization projects to be completed by 2026, improving services for pensioners.
Digital work card reveals explosive 1,105% overtime increase
Greece’s digital work card exposes massive 1,105% overtime surge and widespread labor violations, revealing hidden workplace reality across tourism and retail.
Power theft crackdown: Higher fines from energy authority hit homes and businesses – New criminal penalties coming this fall
Greece’s energy authority increases power theft fines by 5% starting July 2025, with households paying up to 49 cents per kWh and businesses facing even higher penalties.
Housing program from unclaimed inheritances for vulnerable families
Greece introduces revolutionary housing program using unclaimed inheritances to provide homes for vulnerable families without taxpayer burden.
Gianna Hormova: “Vulnerable groups are DYPA’s priority”
First female DYPA director Gianna Hormova outlines ambitious employment programs targeting vulnerable groups, with new subsidized initiatives coming soon.