Greek Government Urges PASOK to Submit 13th Pension Bill for Costing

The Greek government is demanding that the PASOK party formally submit its legislative proposal for a 13th pension payment. Government spokesperson Pavlos Marinakis specifically called on PASOK leader Nikos Androulakis to present the bill to parliament so that its financial implications can be properly assessed.

This push from the government follows a recent parliamentary exchange, described as a "duel," between the prime minister and Androulakis concerning the proposed pension increase. The government's stance is that without a formal proposal, the cost of such a measure cannot be accurately calculated, creating a point of contention in the ongoing political debate.

Marinakis indicated that there is a significant discrepancy between the government's understanding of the proposal and its potential cost. He stressed the need for a concrete legislative text to move forward with any meaningful discussion or evaluation of PASOK's plan. The government appears ready to debate the merits of the proposal once it is officially tabled.