What did he say about wages in the Armed Forces and Security Forces
For the prices of coastal tickets And the powerful motivation by the government to contain or even reduce them, for the transport equivalent, the actions it has taken to tackle the problems of the islanders, but also about the political timeliness, the Minister of Maritime and Island Policy spoke. Vassilis Kikilias In an interview he gave to T/SKA.
Referring to Easter ticket prices, clarified that these days Ferry companies have 20% -30% for Greek families on all trips, while discounts of 50% have other groups such as students, multipurpose etc.
Regarding the increases in ticket prices that the market had announced that it would apply on May 1, due to the shift of ferry companies to the most expensive “green fuel”, the minister explained that With the amendment passed to Parliament for a 50% reduction in port fees, the coasts were given a powerful incentive to contain prices. And the speedboats, which already use this fuel, will even be able to reduce prices.
“I understand that because of the climate crisis, the EU requires ships to use green fuels that cost a lot. We, however, as a government had to find a way to protect our fellow citizens. 50% reduction in port charges in all ports of the country, plus the concessions, Millions of euro.
For islanders’ movements Mr Kikilias said he had come to consult with the government’s financial staff, under Vice -President Mr. Hatzidakis, so that the transport equivalent would start in May and be paid normally. On the issue that arose on Astypalaia-Kalymnos routes on Easter for the needs of breeders, he replied that it was resolved, as it was decided that the “Kalymnos Island” ship was decided to start routes on Good Tuesday. In addition, from May 1st and in collaboration with Ane Kalymnos, one will be added to the 4 itineraries.
Asked about salaries in the Armed Forces and Security Forces replied: “Look, I spoke once to the timing that needed it. From there you have officially heard from the most formal lips and at the top level that what the government will announce, will be made by the Prime Minister at the TIF. The government surrounds them with confidence, with love and love, their families.
There should always be care of it. I totally agree with those who say that there are no money, and economic policy cannot be reckless. That is why you saw that when there was a problem, this in the ferry with price increases, under the Chief Vice -President, Mr. Kostis Hatzidakis, I worked with Mr. Papastavrou, the Minister of Energy, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. It does with the support of our travelers. Based on these data, so should politicians work. “
For the explosion in her offices Hellenic Train He said that “the self -righteousness of terrorism has been condemned horizontally and each by the whole of Greek society, we must not go back to such times. We have confidence in the Greek Police, and we must have confidence and let it do its job and the judiciary.
Finally, he was called upon to comment on the political news, V. Kikilias said: “The Greek government and the prime minister have tried to protect Greek society and our fellow citizens to many challenges, in an international environment that is not normal for us to do so. And to say that “look to see, there are some people like us, they think like us, take care of us, protect us and serve the public interest. So I have learned to politicize. “