In the demonstration held in Thessaloniki, on the occasion of the 89th TIF, they gave the present and the SYRIZA president spoke. Socrates and the mayor of Athens Harris Duke.
According to sources, one of the main topics they discussed, It was the depreciation of local government, with the two referring to its “economic strangulation” by the government. The two politicians stressed that this situation leads to a critical institution for the functioning of local communities.
Mr Famellos and Mr Doukas also emphasized that the progressive forces, the collective bodies of the government and the mayors themselves need to take a clear position. As they have noted, they must raise their stature, defend the institution and the citizens and claim their fair demands, speaking openly about Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ plans.
Shortly afterwards, the prime minister announced the restriction of local government responsibilities, deducting the urban planning, which sparked new reactions.