Poland’s main teachers union called the situation “absolutely unfathomable” and “unacceptable”.
Agnieszka Wądołowska
Tusk sues Polish state TV for presenting him as “target” for “physical attacks”
The opposition party leader is also suing TVP for “manipulation” in a programme linking him to Russia.
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Working parents in Poland – especially mothers – face new challenges during pandemic, find reports
“The positive trend securing equal opportunities for women on the job market was disrupted by the pandemic.”
Report identifies 187 state-linked lawsuits “harassing” media under current Polish government
But a conservative journalism society says it is “Catholic and patriotic” voices which are under threat.
Polish nurses and midwives union declares “warning strike” over pay demands
Negotiations with the health ministry have collapsed.
“Breathalyser” device that detects Covid in under a minute to be tested at Polish airport
The Polish-made device has been hailed by President Duda.
Polish government urges doctors to contact over-60s who have not received Covid vaccine
Less than 60% of those aged over 80 have received a coronavirus vaccine in Poland, among the lowest figures in the EU.
Conservative group launches university in Poland to “forge elites for the entire region”
Two government ministers will attend the inauguration of the institution, which is closely linked to Ordo Iuris.
Mayor of Polish city making Covid jabs compulsory given police protection after death threats
A crowd of 200 gathered outside his house to protest.
Polish family who saved future Israeli ambassador from Holocaust found seven decades later
The family’s existence was discovered by chance in an old photo album.
Students help elderly entrepreneurs with “Business Grandparents” social media accounts
Many such businesses have struggled during the pandemic.
Polish city moves to make Covid vaccines compulsory for residents and workers
The mayor also wants COVID-19 to be added to the list of diseases for which vaccination is mandatory at the national level.
“Practically no risk” fake Pfizer vaccines entered official circulation, says Polish government
The company confirmed this week that counterfeits were identified in Poland and Mexico.
Polish education minister to stop pupils dropping both religion and ethics classes
He wants to ensure that “some message about the values system will reach young people”.
