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Independent Candidate in May 26
European Parliament Elections Grigorova
Presented by Nomination Committee


Sofia, April 13 (BTA )- Independent candidate in the May 26 elections for Bulgarian representatives in the European Parliament (EP) Vanya Grigorova will strive to represent the Bulgarian workers in the EP, defend their rights and dignity. BTA's National Press Club hosted an event on Saturday of Grigorova's independent candidate nomination committee. Grigorova heads an association called Solidarity Bulgaria and is also an economic adviser to the Podkrepa Labour Confederation, one of the influential trade unions in Bulgaria.

During the presentation of her platform Grigorova advised against being taken up by Euro-scepticism which, she argued, is a result of the long prioritization of the interests of the economic elites. Grigorova pledged to work for a strong lobby in the EP to promote serious cohesion among the EU member states, for putting an end to "the work and social dumping", and "normalizing" the tax system. Otherwise, Euro-scepticism will continue to increase and Europe will disintegrate, she said.

Grigorova said the next EP will be very important in the establishment of the European pillar of social rights, which she said can be a tool to strengthen a social Europe but may become "an act of mendacity".

Grigorova will work to attract the support of trade unionists, of the working Bulgarians, and of the pensioners.

Grigorova was born in Sofia. She holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Marketing from the Sofia University of National and World Economy. She is now a PhD student in the University. Since 2015 she has worked as an economic adviser to the President of the Podkrepa Labour Confederation. LY/ZH//