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September 20, 2026

Greece: New economic relief, island prices probed — FrontPages.eu, September 20, 2026

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Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a horizontal increase in the heating allowance and an extension of the diesel fuel subsidy for October. He also stated that Greece would consider a temporary reduction in fuel tax if the European Union permits it. Meanwhile, an investigation is underway into the justification of supermarket prices on Greek tourist islands, with authorities questioning the monitoring of violations. These economic developments come as new data reveals a continuing decline in birth rates across the country. In other news, the funeral of Margarita Papandreou, former wife of Prime Minister Andreas Papandreou and a significant women's rights activist, was attended by family, friends, and political figures. Additionally, the Hellenic Police are now utilizing drones and mapping technology to combat crime in Athens, and the ongoing investigation into the death of Georgios Mazonakis continues, focusing on clients' dealings and the retrieval of medical records.

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Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a horizontal increase in the heating allowance and an extension of the diesel fuel subsidy for October. He also indicated that Greece would explore a temporary reduction in fuel tax if the European Union grants permission. Concurrently, an investigation is delving into the justification of supermarket prices on Greek tourist islands, examining violations and potential profiteering.

News247: Mitsotakis: If the EU allows it, we will examine a temporary reduction in fuel…

Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis stated that Greece will consider a temporary reduction in fuel tax if the European Union permits it.

in.gr: Are prices in tourist island supermarkets justified? Who controls them?

An investigation delves into the justification of supermarket prices on Greek tourist islands, questioning who is monitoring violations and greed, featuring insights from market control authorities and consumer associations.

Kathimerini: Horizontal Increase in Heating Allowance, Extension of Diesel Subsidy

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis announced a horizontal increase in the heating allowance and an extension of the subsidy for diesel fuel for October.

The investigation into the death of Georgios Mazonakis continues, with authorities now focusing on the dealings of the accused doctors and the retrieval of relevant medical records as part of the ongoing probe.

Ναυτεμπορική: Death of Mazonakis: Clients' dealings and file recovery

The investigation into the death of Georgios Mazonakis's clinic continues, focusing on the dealings of the accused doctors and the retrieval of medical records.

Greece is experiencing a continued decline in birth rates, a trend that persists although at a slower pace, raising concerns about its impact on families and the country's demographics.

Ναυτεμπορική: Birth rates fall in Greece

The number of births in Greece is declining, with the trend continuing but at a slower pace, affecting families.

The Hellenic Police are implementing new strategies to combat crime in Athens, including the use of drones and crime mapping technology. Separately, a 14-year-old was arrested in Vrilissia for a severe assault on a classmate, resulting in a kidney rupture for the victim.

News247: Vrilissia: 14-year-old arrested for assaulting classmate, victim has kidney…

A 14-year-old has been apprehended in Vrilissia for severely assaulting a classmate, who sustained a kidney rupture.

Ναυτεμπορική: Drones, police, and crime mapping in Athens

The Hellenic Police are utilizing drones and mapping technology to combat crime in the city center of Athens.

The funeral of Margarita Papandreou, the American-born former wife of Greek Prime Minister Andreas Papandreou and a prominent advocate for women's rights, was held today, attended by family, friends, and notable political figures.

in.gr: Family, friends, politicians attend Margarita Papandreou's final farewell

The funeral of Margarita Papandreou was attended by her family, friends, and prominent political figures, marking a significant public farewell.

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