G. Georgantas: For the first time compensation in four months after the disaster

An advance of up to 60% of the estimated compensation will be given by ELGA to those affected by the frost of January 2022, ie just four months after the disaster, announced the Minister of Rural Development and Food, George Georgantas, answering a topical question from the MP of the Movement for Change , Andrea Poula, on “When will the advances from ELGA be given to the affected farmers of Argolida”.

In order for the compensation to be given, said Mr. Georgantas, an amendment was submitted that enables the Agency to make advances within May, while then, by June 30, the full results of the individual audits are expected to follow. repayment. According to Mr. Georgantas, in order to complete the assessments in time, the amount of the appraisers’ compensations is increased from 2,400 euros to 4,800 euros. and they are given the opportunity to work on the weekend as well.

For his part, the MP of the Movement for Change, A. Poulas, expressed his satisfaction for the answer of the minister, noting that “the farmers do not ask, they have a problem [..] and especially the Argolides. When their entire crop is destroyed, these people must cultivate. And for this, coming you and giving them the advance payment, as you mentioned, I believe that you are giving a solution to a huge social problem of Argolida “.

SOURCE: ΑΠΕ-ΜΠΕ

Source: Capital

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