Greek Parliament approves bailout deal despite Syriza rebellion
First entry: 16 July 2015 - 02:15 Athens, 23:15 GMT
Last update: 02:15 Athens, 23:15 GMTPolitics
The
Greek parliament has voted by a large majority to accept the tough
package of tax rises, pension reforms, spending cuts and sweeping
economic liberalisation which the eurozone demands before agreeing a
third bailout.
Despite the Syriza rebellion, 229 MPs voted ‘yes’ (or Nai), 64 voted ‘no’ (or Oxi), and 6 abstained.
Among Syriza MPs 32 voted No, 6 abstained and 1 was absent.
Despite the Syriza rebellion, 229 MPs voted ‘yes’ (or Nai), 64 voted ‘no’ (or Oxi), and 6 abstained.
Among Syriza MPs 32 voted No, 6 abstained and 1 was absent.