Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002518/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Nikolaos Anadiotis (NI)
Greece was among the first four Member States to submit national recovery plans in April 2021,[1] securing through the Recovery and Resilience Facility – a critical tool for rebuilding its economy after the pandemic – resources totalling EUR 35.95 billion,[2] a significant financing opportunity for its economic transformation. However, serious concerns have been raised regarding the way in which the resources are allocated, their accessibility, and the overall transparency of the process.[3]
According to analysts and independent bodies, a large part of the financing is directed to already strong businesses through banking tools with strict credit criteria, resulting in the exclusion of many small and medium-sized enterprises and social initiatives, especially on the periphery. There have been delays in the necessary reforms, proposals for the downgrading of projects and a lack of social consultation and accountability, as the process of evaluating and approving projects is carried out with limited publicity and without civil society playing an active role.
In view of the above, the Commission is asked:
- 1.What problems have been identified in the course of implementing the Greek recovery plan and what recommendations have been made?
- 2.Are there any indications of lack of transparency or exclusion of potential beneficiaries (such as SMEs, local authorities)?
- 3.What measures are being taken to strengthen civil society participation and democratic accountability in the management of European funds in Greece?
Submitted: 23.6.2025