Sunday, July 5, 2015

Greece goes to the polls

Greeks are heading to the polls to vote for or against a bailout in a referendum which could determine its future in the eurozone, despite criticism that the question posed on the ballots is unclear.

The vote was called by Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras after 5 months of negotiations over the terms required by international creditors to disburse financial aid.

Eurozone leaders have said a 'NO' result may lead to Greece exiting the euro sooner or later but the Greek government, which has been campaigning for voters to reject the proposal, says it can bargain for a better deal.

So far polls for both the Yes and No camps are neck and neck - as our correspondent Jack Parrock reports from the Greek capital:

IN: "Polls…"

OUT: Jack Parrock, Athens.

TIME: 25 Seconds

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