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.
Economy
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.
September 2025 pension payments: When do disbursements begin
Greece’s September 2025 pension payments begin this week with funds available from August 25. Two-phase disbursement starts Tuesday for non-salaried workers.
Asset Declaration 2025: Key changes and what you need to know
Greece’s 2025 asset declaration process introduces automatic bank data extraction but comes with new compliance challenges and potential penalties for errors.
Greek workers lead Europe in working hours – Eurostat data
Greek workers top European rankings with longest working hours, averaging 39.8 hours weekly while 12.4% work over 49 hours – double the EU average.
Student housing costs soar: Rents reach astronomical heights
Student housing costs in Greece reach new heights as families struggle with soaring rents that can triple between Athens and provincial cities.
Asset Declaration 2025: Platform open until October 31 – Who must file
Greece’s asset declaration platform remains open until October 31, 2025, with new automated banking integration streamlining the filing process for officials.
Greek Citizens Report Over 267,000 Tax Evasion Cases Through Digital Platforms
Greek citizens report over 267,000 tax evasion cases through digital platforms, with new scoring system prioritizing most serious violations for immediate audit.
OPEKA: Early payments for 17 benefits scheduled for August
Greek welfare organization OPEKA accelerates August benefit payments, providing early access to 17 social support programs starting Thursday, August 28.