Over 800,000 people in Greece apply for heating allowance

More than 800,000 people in Greece have applied for a heating allowance announced by the government, local media reported on Thursday.

Some 1.3 million people qualified for the government support package announced earlier this month amid sky-rocketing energy prices and the winter season.

People who qualify for the aid will receive allowances ranging from €100 ($104) to €800. Those living in mountainous areas will be entitled to €1000 extra allowance.

Those who apply for the allowance for the first time and those who will use heating means other than natural gas will be entitled to up to €1,600 depending on marital status and income level.