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Greek Parliament Addresses Cretan Taxi Drivers' Grievances

Friday, 19 June 2026/Source: CretaOne/1 min read

Haris Mamoulakis, a SYRIZA member of parliament representing Heraklion, has formally raised taxi drivers' concerns in the Greek Parliament by submitting a written inquiry to the Ministers of Infrastructure and Transport and of National Economy and Finance. The move follows protests from Cretan taxi operators over issues related to their profession, though full details of their specific grievances have not been disclosed. Tourists relying on taxis in Heraklion and across Crete should be aware that the sector is currently under some tension, which could affect service availability or pricing discussions in the near term. It is advisable to confirm taxi availability in advance or consider alternative transport options such as rental cars or bus services while the situation is being addressed at the national level.

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