With reference to the strong protests of the persons engaged in the archaeological excavations of Thessaloniki Metro Project, ATTIKO METRO S.A. hereby informs you as follows:
- The expedient commencement of the works in all worksites, including those presenting archaeological interest, was and still is the evident and direct objective of the Company since its establishment. ATTIKO METRO S.A. makes every possible effort to make available new sites in Thessaloniki Metro Project, so that new areas are opened for archaeological survey purposes.
- Persons engaged in the excavations will be re-hired based on social criteria, which will be developed with the participation of representatives of the employees too.
- Finally, the salary policy to be implemented by the company shall be the policy adopted by the Ministry of Culture for respective projects also funded by the National Strategic Reference Framework (ESPA).