Impact Level: Notification
Locations Affected: Athens, Greece
Tracking Id: RINTP4783267370
Description:
As per reports, pensioners’ organizations have announced a protest rally outside the Ministry of Labour in Athens to demonstrate against the government’s income policy at 1100 local hours (0900 hours UTC) on Tuesday (16 December).
• The protest aims to express opposition to the government’s income policy and pension-related measures announced in the 2025 state budget.
• Pensioners allege that the new state budget provides for austerity measures, taxes, and cuts that increase inequities and burdens on retirees.
• Demonstrators claim that inflation and profiteering remain uncontrolled, eroding purchasing power.
• Pensioners complain about the ongoing six percent health contribution on primary and supplementary pensions, describing it as a double burden for old-age and widow pensioners that constitutes additional and dramatic income reduction without corresponding improvement in EOPYY (National Organization for Healthcare Services Provision) and ESY (National Health System) services.
Impact:
• Pedestrian and vehicular traffic on Stadiou Street and surrounding areas near the Ministry of Labour in central Athens may experience disruptions during the scheduled protest.
• Access to the Ministry of Labour offices may be restricted or delayed for scheduled appointments and official business during the demonstration period.
• Public transportation services including buses and metro stations near Stadiou Street may face minor delays or route adjustments to accommodate the demonstration.
• Businesses and commercial establishments on Stadiou Street and adjacent streets may experience reduced customer access and foot traffic during the protest hours.
Recommendations:
• Individuals with scheduled appointments at the Ministry of Labour or nearby government offices on Tuesday (16 December) are advised to confirm appointments in advance and allow additional travel time.
• Public transportation users are advised to check service status with Athens public transport operators and anticipate possible delays or route modifications near the protest area.
• It is advised to follow updates from the Hellenic Police (https://www.astynomia.gr/) regarding traffic management measures and security arrangements.
Sources:
• https://athina984.gr/2025/12/03/syntaxioychoi-syllalitirio-stis-16-dekemvrioy-sto-ypoyrgeio-ergasias/
• https://www.astynomia.gr/
