The fiscal balance, the reforms with a social sign and the improvement of the daily life of the citizens, constitute the road map, in the framework of which the Prime Minister will move Kyriakos Mitsotakisduring his expected speech, on Saturday, at TEF (Thessaloniki International Exhibition).
Mr. Mitsotakis, from the platform of the “Ioannis Vellidis” Conference Center, is expected to present the axes on which government policy will move in 2025, at least.
As ERT broadcasts, reference points will be:
- His treatment housing / demographic.
- Her upgrade of Public Health and her Education.
- OR tax reduction and
- OR increasing disposable income
According to the Government Spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis: “What we are not used to by the Prime Minister is to take out a big basket, to make himself temporarily happy and mortgage the next generations. The central priority of this government, and much more so in the second four-year term, of which we have passed one of the four years, is the increase in citizens’ incomes. We had talked about 1,500 euro average salary in 2023, we are on a path towards that. At the same time, we have increased the minimum wage with a series of interventions.”
According to the ERT report, the support interventions that Mr. Mitsotakis will announce will be measurable, targeted and realistic. The Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kostis Hatzidakis, has stated that the measures to be announced will be “weighed and fair”, while regarding the demographic issue, “the reconciliation of family and professional life” will be sought.
On the tax policy front, the government strategy will reportedly include:
- Abolish the pretense fee.
- Reduction of insurance contributions by 0.5%.
- Another increase in the minimum wage.
- Increase in pensions.
- Support for low-income pensioners.
- Permanent refund of excise duty on agricultural oil.
- Suspension of VAT on construction for 2025.
As Pavlos Marinakis stated: “Following the 50 tax reductions or abolitions of the first four years, the Government will continue in the direction of tax exemptions, permanent tax reduction interventions”.
The 36 meters
The prime minister’s speech in Vellideio is scheduled for half past seven on Saturday afternoon (09/07/24). It is expected that a total of 36 meters will be included.
With the negotiations between the Greek government and the Commission to secure additional fiscal space underway, it is considered a matter of hours before the European Commission gives the green light to increase next year’s spending by an additional 500 million euros. Given this margin, it was decided to give small things but to many social and professional groups.
OR support of the NHS is a priority for the Prime Minister with doctors expected to particularly benefit as on-call pay will increase, increasing their annual income in a bid to attract NHS doctors.
At the same time, in addition to refund of Excise Tax to the farmers, the government will give extra income, but how this will be done will be revealed by the prime minister in his speech. As far as the doctors are concerned, the Prime Minister announced this today in a post, in which he welcomed the signing of the MLA which increases the allowance for barren areas.
At the same time, an announcement is expected for increase in some allowancessuch as the child allowance which will go from 70 euros for each child to 110 euros in an attempt to address the demographic issue.
Housing benefit will also increase for vulnerable families who receive it while an increase in the Minimum Guaranteed Income is also expected. At the same time, those with three children will be assimilated to those with many children.
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Greek PM Kyriakos Mitsotakis Outlines Policy Priorities for 2025
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to deliver a speech at the 88th Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF) on Saturday, September 7, 2024, outlining his government’s policy priorities for 2025 [[1]]. The speech is expected to focus on the fiscal balance, reforms with a social sign, and improvements to the daily lives of citizens.
According to Government Spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis, the central priority of the government is to increase citizens’ incomes. Mitsotakis is expected to present measures aimed at addressing the negative impact of overtourism, which has become a significant concern for the country [[3]].
Housing and Demographic Issues
The Prime Minister is expected to address the housing and demographic crisis in Greece, with a focus on increasing disposable income and reducing taxes [[2]]. The government plans to abolish the pretense fee, reduce insurance contributions by 0.5%, and increase the minimum wage, among other measures.
Healthcare and Education
Mitsotakis is also expected to announce upgrades to the public health system and education sector. The government aims to attract more doctors to the National Health System (NHS) by increasing on-call pay and providing additional support to low-income pensioners.
Tax Reductions and Increased Disposable Income
The Greek government plans to continue its policy of tax exemptions and reductions, building on the 50 tax reductions or abolitions implemented in the first four years of Mitsotakis’ term. The government aims to increase disposable income through a range of measures, including reducing insurance contributions, increasing the minimum wage, and providing support to low-income pensioners.
Other Key Announcements
Other key announcements expected during the speech include an increase in child allowances, housing benefits for vulnerable families, and an increase in the Minimum Guaranteed Income. The government also plans to provide additional support to farmers through the permanent refund of excise duty on agricultural oil.
Conclusion
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ speech at the 88th Thessaloniki International Fair is expected to outline a range of policy priorities aimed at improving the daily lives of Greek citizens, addressing demographic and housing issues, and increasing disposable income. The government’s focus on tax reductions, increased support for vulnerable groups, and upgrades to the public health and education systems are key to achieving these goals.
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Greece’s Roadmap to Fiscal Balance and Social Reform: Prime Minister Mitsotakis’ Vision
In a highly anticipated speech at the Thessaloniki International Exhibition, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is set to outline his government’s economic agenda for 2025, focusing on fiscal balance, social reforms, and improving citizens’ daily lives. The Prime Minister’s roadmap is expected to address critical areas such as housing, demographics, public health, education, tax reduction, and increasing disposable income [[1]].
Prioritizing Citizens’ Income and Fiscal Responsibility
According to Government Spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis, the central priority of the government is to increase citizens’ incomes. The government aims to achieve an average salary of 1,500 euros by 2023 and has already taken steps to increase the minimum wage [[3]]. Marinakis emphasized that the government’s approach is focused on long-term sustainability, avoiding temporary fixes that might mortgage future generations.
Measurable and Realistic Support Interventions
The support measures to be announced by Prime Minister Mitsotakis are expected to be measurable, targeted, and realistic. The Minister of National Economy and Finance, Kostis Hatzidakis, stated that the measures will be “weighed and fair,” with a focus on reconciling family and professional life in the demographic issue [[3]].
Tax Policy and Support for Social and Professional Groups
The government’s tax policy is expected to include several key measures, such as abolishing the pretense fee, reducing insurance contributions by 0.5%, increasing the minimum wage, and supporting low-income pensioners [[3]]. Additionally, the government will provide permanent refunds of excise duty on agricultural oil and suspend VAT on construction for 2025. These measures aim to benefit various social and professional groups, including doctors, farmers, and low-income pensioners.
Support for the NHS and Education
The Prime Minister has made it clear that supporting the National Health System (NHS) is a priority, with plans to increase on-call pay for doctors to attract more NHS doctors [[3]]. Furthermore, the government will announce additional measures to support education, although details are yet to be revealed.
36 Meter Reform Package
The Prime Minister’s speech is expected to include a comprehensive 36-meter reform package, which will outline the government’s vision for the next year. With ongoing negotiations between the Greek government and the European Commission to secure additional fiscal space, the government is poised to announce a range of measures to benefit citizens, including increases in some allowances [[3]].
Prime Minister Mitsotakis’ speech at the Thessaloniki International Exhibition is set to outline a comprehensive roadmap for Greece’s fiscal balance, social reforms, and improvement of citizens’ daily lives. The government’s commitment to increasing citizens’ incomes, supporting social and professional groups, and prioritizing fiscal responsibility will be central to this vision.
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