The Portuguese Communist Party released a note, criticising the transfer of National Health Service hospitals to the Misericórdias (charitable institutions). The Party stated that this move means privatisation.
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KKE's response to wildfires in Greece
In the heat of summer, wildfires are sweeping through a number of countries, including Greece. The Communist Party of Greece assessed the situation regarding the fires in various parts of the country, which caused the death of several firefighters, among other damages.
PCTE emphasises shortcomings that cause fires
The Communist Party of the Workers of Spain issued a statement regarding the fires that affect various parts of the Communist of Madrid.
Communist Party of Poland commemorates Gierek
A delegation of the Communist Party of Poland (KPP) participated in events marking the 25th anniversary of the death of former Polish leader Edward Gierek.
People should make their own fund
The following article entitled "The people should make their own fund, send them back the bill with a strong KKE", was published in Rizospastis Weekend, publication of the Communist Party of Greece.
AKEL stands by those affected by fires
On the occasion of the completion of one year since the deadly fires in the Limassol district, an AKEL delegation held a broad meeting on 21 July with the community leaders of the fire-stricken areas, the vice-president of the Union of Communities of Cyprus and the president of the Limassol District Local Government Organization.