The Greek Ministry of Finance has announced that December 31st marks the final day for paying the 2025 vehicle registration fees, with no extensions granted. New penalties for late payments are now tiered, starting with a 25% increase if paid…
UK ministers have ordered safety checks on post-war school buildings due to fears of defects affecting thousands of schools. After months of delays, contractors have been appointed for the inspections. The announcement comes alongside news of rising sickness rates among…
The Irish hospitality and tourism sector faced significant challenges in 2024, including rising food and labor costs and a stable VAT rate of 13.5%. Despite a decrease in visitor volumes, international tourists spent more during their stay. The introduction of…
Greece faces a heated political debate as economic issues, particularly rising costs and household struggles, dominate discussions. The government cites income increases and tax reductions in the new budget, while the opposition argues these measures are insufficient. Key figures from…
During the final day of the 2025 budget discussions in the Hellenic Parliament, SYRIZA President Socrates Famellos criticized the New Democracy government for its handling of the economy, highlighting issues faced by working families due to low wages and rising…
The impending expiration of measures allowing restaurant vouchers to be used in supermarkets and limiting employer reimbursements for transport is causing concern in France. Following the government reshuffle, two significant changes may take effect on January 1, 2025, potentially complicating…
Betty Brown, the oldest victim of the Post Office IT scandal, faces a paltry compensation offer of only 29% of her claim. After years of financial strain from the Horizon system’s introduction, Brown expressed her disgust over the treatment she’s…
During the commemoration of the Polytechnic uprising, Dimitris Koutsoumbas, General Secretary of the Communist Party of Greece, highlighted the relevance of the slogans from the 1973 protests in today’s context, emphasizing the ongoing struggles of the Greek people, particularly young…
In a recent interview, Greek Minister Akis Skertzos highlighted the urgent need for affordable housing amid rising demand and limited supply, exacerbated by tourism and short-term rentals. To address these challenges, the government has launched the ‘My Home’ policy, offering…
