Greek Press

PHILELEFTHEROS “Five ambassadors at the presidential palace” President Tassos Papadopoulos yesterday met with the German ambassador while ambassador Tasos Tzonis met with the ambassadors of Italy, Ireland, Holland and Hungary. The Cypriot government presented its policy, which is based on the European council’s conclusion for the movement on the green line and help for the Turkish Cypriots as well as their participation in the European programmes. The topic of the ports and airports was raised but no suggestion was made.

POLITIS “6 cents a drop” The liberalisation of fuel prices has seen an increase in the cost of petrol. The cabinet announced the abolition of the PMBS system and two companies Petrolina and EKO announced their increase in petrol prices by six cents. However, the government is opposed to the increases as they feel they are too high. Due to the free market it is not out of the question that other companies will have different prices.

ALITHIA “Matsis not wanted in Astromeritis or Potami” DISY rebel Yiannakis Matsis is unwanted in Astromeritis and Potami and has had to cancel his scheduled visits to the areas. According to information, Matsi had asked to visit Astromeritis and to attend the church. Yet members and friends of DISY have said they don’t want him.

HARAVGHI “Energetic bam” A chain of consequences is expected to take hold of the economy, but also burn holes in consumers’ pockets, due to the increase in fuel prices after the liberalisation of prices and the abolition of the PMBS system. Petrol and diesel prices have gone up by 5-6 cents per litre according to petrol companies. It is suspected that this will create problems in the economy and the prices in the market are set to soar.

MACHI “GSP still without a licence” The mayor of Latsia has reminded the public that the new GSP stadium is still without a licence or certificate of approval. The stadium’s authorities have not conformed to the necessary procedures nor do they have proof for the security of the area and the safety of the audience or the houses in the vicinity. The mayor also referred to the damage after the AEK-AEL match and said that he would study all the legal measures needed to avoid a repeat event.

SIMERINI “Storm from fuel” The liberalisation of fuel prices was implemented yesterday and the increase in prices will have a damaging effect on the economy. Companies are now allowed to set their own price for petrol. The new prices are set to bring increases on all products, affecting consumers’ finances.

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