In Measures announced by the Prime Minister, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, at the TIFon Saturday night, the Minister of Labor reported, Ceramic Victory Speaking to ERTNews, describing them as “radical and brave tax reform” with a horizontal nature that concerns all taxpayers. As he pointed out, the aim is to expand the available income of citizens by reducing tax rates.
In addition, he noted that “there is no better way to support citizens than to broaden the disposable income” and emphasized that employees will see increased net amounts in their payroll since January 2026, without engaging employers, since they are net tax.
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It is worth noting that on issues of arbitrariness of employers, it called on citizens to report to 1555 even anonymously.
As for pensioners, the Minister explained that:
– 671,000 maintain a personal difference, with the majority ranging from 100-200 euros.
– From January 2026 everyone will see even a partial increase.
– From 2027 the personal difference has been completely abolished.
– Pensioners will benefit from both the tax reform, as well as the permanent reinforcement of the 250 euros that will be given each November to the most vulnerable.
While proceeding with examples: A pensioner with a pension of 1,080 euros will see a total annual increase of 593 euros from the upcoming adjustment, tax reduction and aid in November.
Responding to Al. Tsipras for labor, Mrs Kerameos stressed that the country today has unemployment at 8% from 18% in 2019, 500,000 new jobs, reduce insurance contributions by 5 points and an increase in the minimum wage from € 650 to € 880 net, with a target of € 950.
As he underlined, “the new labor market has the lowest 17 -year unemployment and higher wages”, noting that the bill is coming to boost workers’ rights and reduce bureaucracy. Among other things, it provides:
– Four -day work (Monday -Thursday) for parents.
– Extension of pregnancy and childbirth allowance to more women.
– Incessant parental leave allowance.
– Extension of digital working card to new sectors, with already 1.35 million workers being covered.
In closing in terms of working conditions in tourism and focus, the declared overtime increased by 855%, while in the first seven months of 2025, 1.5 million overtime were recorded than 2024, which translates into more revenue for employees and insurance system.