Today (10 July 2026), the political debate over the cost-of-living crisis moves to the Hellenic Parliament, pitting New Democracy (ND) against PASOK. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is expected to face off with PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis, who has submitted an urgent parliamentary question on rising living costs.
Androulakis Accuses Government of Silent Taxation
Speaking in Parliament, Androulakis focused squarely on food prices, calling inflation in this sector “the biggest wound” — citing a 42% increase in Greek food prices, well above the eurozone average of 36%. He challenged the government: “Which wages are actually rising?” and described the ongoing cost-of-living pressures as “a silent tax on every citizen’s income.”
Criticism Over Market Meeting at Maximos Mansion
Androulakis also criticized a recent meeting held at the Maximos Mansion — the official seat of the Greek Prime Minister — between government officials and key market stakeholders. He characterized the resulting agreement among major retailers as a “tacit admission” of a cartel-like arrangement in the food supply chain.
Follow the live parliamentary session as the debate unfolds.