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Greece Bans Sunbeds, Umbrellas, Bars on 198 Beaches

Greece has designated 198 beaches as protected and announced the launch of the ‘MyCoast’ platform for shoreline use auctions and violation reports.

Greece Announces Steep Fines for Beach Access Violations

The Greek government has announced fines up to 60,000 euros to ensure that Greece’s beaches are always accessible to the public.

Greece’s Economy Overtakes EU Average, Says Commissioner Gentiloni

European Commissioner Gentiloni commended Greece for the positive performance of its economy.

Greece to Prohibit Golden Visa Properties from Becoming Airbnbs

Greece is set to implement changes to its Golden Visa program, which include not allowing investors to enter acquired properties in the STR market.

Real Estate Agents React to Greece’s Proposed Golden Visa Changes  

Property market insiders are opposed to the Greek Finance Ministry’s decision to increase the golden visa threshold.

Greece Tops Global 2024 List for its Golden Visa Program

Greece’s popular golden visa scheme is among the world’s Top 3 most attractive investment migration programs for 2024.

Greek Lawmakers Take Action to Protect Public Beach Access

For the first time, Greece will introduce steep fines for obstructing access to public beaches.

Athens Airport Stock Market Listing Procedure Begins

The listing of Athens International Airport SA on the Athens Stock Exchange is scheduled to be completed in February.

Athens Airport Stock Market Listing in the Pipeline

Draft legislation tabled in Greek parliament paves the way for the listing of Athens International Airport on the Greek stock exchange.

Greece Passes New Tourism Tax, Short-term Rental Rules

Greek lawmakers voted in favor of an updated tax bill which includes a tourism charge and new short-term rentals rules.

Greek Updated Law Includes New Tourism Tax, Rules for Short-term Rentals

The Greek Economy Ministry has tabled an updated draft law that includes rules for Airbnb-style rentals.

Greece’s New Airbnb Rules to Take Effect in the New Year, Says Minister

Greece’s new short-term rental regulations, which include taxation, will go into effect at the beginning of the new year.

Greek Government Welcomes Moody’s Credit Rating Upgrade

The Greek government welcomed Moody’s decision to upgrade the country’s credit rating from Ba3 to Ba1 with a stable outlook.

Greece Clamps Down on Public Beach Violations Prompted by Angry Citizens

Protests over shoreline use violations, which have seen thousands of umbrellas and seaside bars cover Greek beaches, are increasing.

Greek Hoteliers Strengthen Cooperation with Key Ministers

Greece’s hoteliers and key ministers of the government strengthened ties at the annual general assembly of the Hellenic Hoteliers Federation.

Greece Gets Tough on Employee Rights Violations Ahead of Tourism Season

Special units from Greece’s Labor Inspection Body (SEPE) will be carrying out heightened checks at hotels to ensure that labor laws and security regulations are being implemented.

Tighter Safety Rules for Hotels in Greece, More Inspections

Starting this month, Greece’s Labor Inspection Body will be carrying out checks at hotels to ensure laws and safety regulations are being implemented.

Ferry, Airline Employees in Greece Must Self-test for Covid-19

Employees in Greece’s transport sector are among those that must undergo mandatory self-testing for Covid-19 once a week.

Greece Announces New €1bn Covid-19 Relief to Shield Jobs

Greece announced a new 1-billion-euro round of Covid-19 support aimed at keeping impacted businesses above water and jobs in place.

Greek Finance Ministry Extends Deadlines for Tax Debt Payments

Greek taxpayers affected by the Covid-19 pandemic will have until the end of the year to pay their dues, according to the Finance Ministry.
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