The regional governor of Thessaly, Dimitris Koureta, has announced the extension of the terms for the local and thematic vice-governors until December 31, 2025. The announcement impacts various vice-governors across the region, including those responsible for healthcare, cultural affairs, education,…
Christodoulos Topidis, the Governor of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, has defined the roles of Vice Governors and sector heads within the region. Notable appointments include Evangelos Poulilios for Evros and Manolis Tapatzas for Rodopi among others. The continuance of several…
Recent statistics reveal that 45% of local politicians have experienced aggression or intimidation since 2022, a slight decrease from 49% between 2020 and 2022. Verbal aggression is prevalent, with over half reporting threats. Female politicians face more aggression (55%) compared…
Police in Chania have arrested a suspect involved in a shooting incident at a café in Georgioupoli, Apokoronas. The individual was wanted under a warrant for an attempted homicide against a local counterpart. During a search of the suspect’s residence,…
On December 16, 2023, Prime Minister François Bayrou expressed hopes to reveal his government’s composition before Christmas, despite potential delays due to the situation in Mayotte. He is currently consulting various political forces ahead of a question session at the…
The new budget for the Peloponnese Region was passed by majority vote, amounting to nearly €335 million. While the budget is deemed balanced and growth-oriented by regional leaders, opposition representatives, including Dina Nikolaou and Manolis Makaris, criticized it as lacking…
Residents of Banbridge express their shock over the sudden death of a woman in the Laurel Heights area. Local politicians, including DUP MP Carla Lockhart and Alliance Party councillor Joy Ferguson, offer condolences and urge the community to support the…
In François Bayrou’s birthplace of Bordères, pride abounds as residents hail him as a symbol of meritocracy. As Pau’s mayor for a decade, Bayrou has deep ties to this small village of 600, where locals appreciate his humble beginnings as…
Delphine Labails, the mayor of Périgueux in the Dordogne prefecture, announced her decision to step back from her role due to professional burnout. In a statement, she clarified that this is not a resignation but rather a medical leave of…
Gerard Hutch, nicknamed ‘The Monk’, surprised many with over 3,000 first preference votes in the Dublin Central constituency election, despite ongoing legal troubles. His grassroots connection and understanding of local issues resonated with voters, particularly in the North East Inner…
François Rebsamen has announced his resignation as the mayor of Dijon during the upcoming municipal council meeting, confirming his plans in an interview. He will transfer his powers to his first deputy, Nathalie Koenders, whom he will present as a…
Greek Development Minister Takis Theodorikakos visited the offices of the New Democracy party in Larissa to discuss local issues with the party’s regional president, Ilia A. Souflias. The meeting included representatives from various organizations and chambers of commerce, providing a…
