The possibility of a referendum in Greece on the Austerity Plan is a pure invention. This is confirmed by the Government of Athens, which has branded the rumors about the popular consultation as journalistic hoaxes. Citizens will not be asked to approve the corrective measures, despite the fact that the Executive and the opposition have not reached an agreement.
The latest plan by the Papandreou government provides for new spending cuts and a series of privatizations for 50 billion euros. In addition to the rejection by the center-right coalition, the provision also received the no from the trade unions. The social partners have mobilized to prevent cuts in salaries and personnel.
Sharp denials also come against those who now take early elections for granted. Even the rumors about the possible resignation of the prime minister, George Papandreou, would be nothing but fantasies. These are hours of hard work for the breathless spokesmen of the Athens government.
