Greece to toughen laws on sex crimes after wave of abuse allegations

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis wears a protective face mask during a parliamentary session on revelations of abuse in arts and sports, in Athens, Greece, February 25, 2021. REUTERS/Alkis Konstantinidis

ATHENS (Reuters) - Greece will toughen laws to combat sexual abuse and protect minors, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said on Thursday following a cascade of recent scandals in culture and sport.

"Greek society underwent a shock when it began to learn about its hidden facades," Mitsotakis told parliament.