But the government says the veto is “not a defence of free speech” but protection for “paedophiles and scammers”.
Alicja Ptak
Poland fails in bid to block EU’s Mercosur trade deal, as farmers protest in Warsaw
Poland says it plans to challenge the agreement at the Court of Justice of the European Union.
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Coal produces less than half of Poland’s power for first time
Electricity produced from coal in April amounted to 6.5 terawatt-hours (TWh), almost 10% lower than last year.
Poland launches free preventative healthcare programme for people aged 20+
The scheme offers individuals a series of medical tests and a doctor’s consultation leading to a personalised health plan.
Poland’s gold reserves now larger than European Central Bank’s, says Polish central bank chief
“This shows the stability, abundance and solvency of the Polish economy,” says Adam Glapiński.
Poland cuts interest rates for first time since 2023 citing weaker economic activity and slowing inflation
The 50-basis-point cut to 5.25% was in line with market expectations.
Poland only EU country with positive consumer sentiment
Poland has recorded the strongest rise in consumer sentiment across the EU this year.
Polish city plants flowers to tackle wild boar problem
Species such as hyacinths appear to repel wild boars due to their intense scent.
Presidential candidate reports far-right rival to prosecutors for antisemitic remarks during TV debate
Grzegorz Braun talked about the “problem of Judaisation”, meaning that “Jews have far too much say in Polish affairs”.
Exhumation of Poles massacred by Ukrainians in WWII begins in Ukraine
Previously, Kyiv had banned such exhumations from taking place since 2017.
“Don’t be Chamberlain of this war,” Polish FM tells president after Ukraine “compromise” comments
Radosław Sikorski’s remarks came after Andrzej Duda called on Ukraine to make concessions to bring an end to the war.
Warsaw stock exchange benchmark index tops 100,000 points for first time
Poland’s stock market has been the world’s best performing so far this year.
Poland to move ahead with major deregulation package after presidential vote, says Tusk
The prime minister described the plans as the most significant overhaul of Poland’s legal and administrative system since joining the EU.
Polish regulator fines public TV for documentary about influential priest
One of the documentary’s creators says she is considering legal action in response.
