A. Haritsis: The government insists on aspirin measures for the unprecedented energy crisis

“The government’s announcements about energy are lagging behind even the corresponding, completely inadequate, measures of January” pointed out the head of Development and Investments of SYRIZA – PS and Messinia MP, Alexis Haritsis.

“Today we tabled an amendment again to reduce the Excise Tax on fuel and gas, which was again rejected by the government,” he continued, explaining (t / s Star Central Greece): “This is a measure that they have already implement by 19 of the 27 EU members and which would give a significant boost to households and businesses “.

“The progressive government of Spain today proceeded with a new increase of the minimum wage to 1167 euros” pointed out the head of Development. “Unfortunately we have a government here that chooses tax cuts for big incomes and direct transfers of 5 billion amid a pandemic, instead of taking support measures for the social majority.”

At the same time, he spoke of “complete devaluation and sale of LARCO, a company unique in its industry throughout the EU, at a time when with a serious plan it could prove to be competitive and contribute to the green transition of our country”. He added: “Strategic companies such as LARCO and PPC, it is crucial to support, with an active role of the public, as” growth arms for the country. ”

“The government is talking about investment, it is talking about jobs, it is talking about a green transition, but all this goes for a walk when it has to serve big private interests,” said Al. Haritsis, concluding: “There must finally be a policy that will support society in these difficult conditions. A progressive way out of the gloomy reality created by the Mitsotakis government.”

Source: Capital

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