Because of harsh alcotes consumption alcohol fell by 50%because of which restaurants inflated prices, and Greek economy Preparing for shock.
Side effects of new COC
The noise rose because of the new Traffic codewhich the government introduces on Greek roads. This is not just amendments – it is Dragon rulescreating side effects for society and the economy.
According to the new norms, Alcotes on the roads They are carried out constantly. As a result, alcohol consumption was reduced by 50%. Catering establishments compensate for losses in price growth, and many bars began to pour Dangerous “bombs” Instead of normal drinks. In hotels and many restaurants, a glass of vodka is already worth 18 euros.
The food also went up: in a restaurant by the beach Wuliagmens Frozen squid is served at the price 18 euros. The difference between “Nammos” and a haggard cafe is erased – the prices are equally robber.
Economic consequences
Since restaurants live due to the sale of alcohol, many establishments will be forced Close or Reduce staff. This will lead to growth unemployment In key sectors – Tourism and catering. At the same time, the state will lose tax revenues.
The absurdity of the law
New COC provides lifelong deprivation of rights for repeated violation. It is enough to exceed the speed by 2 km/h twice – and the driver will be left without rights forever. Cameras fix the violation automatically, excluding circumstances.
These laws were created by high income people who have personal drives. They do not understand how ordinary citizens live. Expect justice from them in the definition of limits alcohol and speed naive.
The reaction of society
Citizens have already begun to organize and use applications for bypassing block posts. As a result, really dangerous drivers will drink, and then change the route to avoid the police. Thus, the new COK gives birth instead of safety chaos and distrust of the authorities.
Who wins
Experts note: Insurance companies Actively lobbying new COC. Under the pretext of taking care of security, measures that are beneficial to specific players, but destructive to society and the economy, are pushed.
While the roads remain broken, no code will save from tragedies. First you need to build normal roads, and then educate drivers. Everything else is hypocrisy.
The author’s opinion may not coincide with the opinion of the editorial office.
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